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Hope and inspiration: China-Greece cultural dialogue's contemporary relevance

BEIJING, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: The second World Conference of Classics convened on June 9 and 10 in Athens, Greece. The conference brought together renowned scholars and experts from China, Greece, and other nations, providing a platform for participants to discuss how classical wisdom…

AAP

North Korea, China claim wins from Xi visit, but limits remain

Chinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea, with both nations claiming significant gains. The trip boosted North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's international standing and deepened Pyongyang's alignment with Beijing. Discussions focused on cooperation, sidestepping sensitive topics like denuclearization and the United States. This visit marks a shift in regional…

The Economic Times

China warns EU on new sanctions over Ukraine war

China has issued a stern warning to the European Union. Beijing opposes proposed EU sanctions targeting Chinese companies. These measures aim to curb support for Russia's war in Ukraine. China states it will protect its legitimate rights. The EU's latest package targets Russia's war economy, including drone production.

The Economic Times

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Japan PM Sanae Takaichi’s step-grandson enrols in Chinese university amid Tokyo-Beijing row

Bilateral relations between Japan and China hit a roadbump following Takaichi’s pro-Taiwan remarks

The Independent UK

Xi's North Korea visit aims to showcase China's influence: analyst

Chinese President Xi Jinping wrapped up on Tuesday his first visit to North Korea in seven years, saying it had established a deeper and clearer path for development of ties, the official Xinhua news agency said. At the summit in Pyongyang, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un reaffirmed support for…

Bangkok Post

Unbreakable Kim? China's Xi visits Russia-backed North Korean leader

It takes convincing these days to get China's leader to go abroad. Xi Jinping has just wrapped up what was only his first foreign visit of 2026. Why Pyongyang? It's hard to deduce from official readouts of that two-day state visit to neighbouring North Korea. Was it politeness after a…

France 24

Why Xi visited Kim after seven years: China’s bid to keep North Korea close

During President Xi Jinping's inaugural visit to North Korea in seven years, he strongly emphasized China's steadfast allegiance to its ally, showcasing Beijing's intention to reaffirm its regional power dynamics. Even as North Korea strengthens its bonds with Russia and clings to its stance on nuclear discussions, China remains focused…

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Why Xi’s silence on North Korea’s nuclear weapons is a victory for Kim Jong Un

Analysts interpret China’s omission of the word ‘denuclearisation’ during the president’s recent visit to the neighbouring country as a tacit acceptance of its nuclear status

The Independent UK

The Philippines protests China's floating 'structure' on the disputed South China Sea shoal

The Philippines has protested China’s deployment of what Manila describes as a floating “structure” with personnel on a disputed shoal in the South China Sea, fearing it could be a part of Beijing’s effort to turn the uninhabited atoll into an island base

The Independent UK

French embassy in China abruptly cancels Pride Month film programme

Screening for the films Enzo and Eat the Night has been cancelled in Beijing

The Independent UK

Analysis: Chinese President Xi's silence on nuclear arms is a gift to North Korea's Kim Jong Un

Chinese and North Korean state-run media devoted thousands of words to President Xi Jinping’s summit with leader Kim Jong Un in North Korea this week but didn't mention a key matter for Washington: the North’s steadfast pursuit of nuclear weapons that could threaten the United States and its allies in…

The Independent UK

BYD and Alibaba among big names aiding China’s military, Pentagon says

Updated Pentagon list includes swathe of China’s top technology firms in move that could inflame tensions between the countries

The Guardian - UK

Beijing condemns US move to blacklist Chinese companies

China said Tuesday that it “firmly opposed” the US decision to blacklist major Chinese companies including Alibaba and Baidu, after Washington accused them of aiding the Chinese military. Beijing warned against what it called the “unreasonable suppression” of Chinese firms and called on Washington to correct its decision.

France 24

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un pledge to ‘resist US aggression’ during rare North Korea summit

Xi and Kim pledge to keep ‘resisting US aggression and aiding Korea’

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Euronews

China's Xi vows to bring ties with North Korea to 'new heights' during rare visit

It was Xi's first visit to North Korea in seven years. Xi and Kim last met in Beijing in September after viewing a military parade alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and other foreign leaders.

The Economic Times

China's Xi vows unwavering support for North Korea's Kim in rare Pyongyang visit

President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's unwavering commitment to safeguarding common interests and supporting Kim Jong Un during a rare summit in Pyongyang. The leaders agreed to strengthen strategic ties, with Xi emphasizing opposition to hegemony and promoting regional stability. The visit highlights Beijing's view of Pyongyang as a strategic asset.

The Economic Times

US says BYD, Baidu and Alibaba and other tech giants are aiding China's military

The U.S. has updated its list of Chinese companies aiding Beijing's military, adding tech giants like Alibaba and Baidu, alongside chipmakers CXMT and YMTC. This move, superseding a 2025 list, could heighten U.S.-China tensions and impact firms through future contracting restrictions.

The Economic Times

US says BYD, Baidu and Alibaba are aiding China's military

America has released a new list of Chinese companies it believes support Beijing's military. Major firms like Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD are included. Other companies like WuXi AppTec and RoboSense Technology are also on the list. While not imposing immediate sanctions, the Pentagon will stop contracting with these firms in…

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International Business Times

Xi And Kim Push For Increased Cooperation As Beijing And Pyongyang Get Closer

Kim Jong Un hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping in Pyongyang on Monday with a large-scale ceremonial welcome featuring military honors, flag-lined streets and coordinated displays across the North Korean capital as part of a rare visit by the Chinese leader.

France 24

‘A special sense of closeness’: China’s Xi vows stronger ties with North Korea in rare visit

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said that China world not swerve from its commitment to safeguarding common interests with North Korea or waver in its support for Kim Jong Un during a rare summit between the two leaders in Pyongyang. The summit comes at a time when China's economy,…

The Economic Times

190 vs 620: India has nuke edge over Pakistan but can it deter China?

China is rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal, outpacing India in warhead numbers and technological advancements. India is enhancing its nuclear triad, focusing on a survivable second-strike capability. The expansion of India's submarine fleet and missile readiness are key developments. India's nuclear planning now emphasizes longer-range systems targeting China.

The Economic Times

Amidst Iran, Ukraine conflicts, China President Xi Jinping, North Korea leader Kim Jong Un sends message to Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin

Chinese president's first trip to North Korea since 2019 and also his first foreign visit this year.

The Economic Times

India, China should stick to 'right strategic perception' of being cooperative partners, not rivals: Beijing

China urges India to view them as cooperative partners, not rivals, emphasizing mutual development and opportunities. Beijing supports dialogue between India and Pakistan to resolve differences. Meanwhile, Russia's President Putin highlighted his nation's strong, independent ties with both India and China, stressing that Moscow's relationships with each do not negatively…

Euronews

Hong Kong proposes letting city leader decide what counts as national security offence

After massive democracy protests rocked the Asian financial hub in 2019, Beijing imposed a national security law that has been used to arrest many leading activists.

The Times of India

While world makes beeline for Beijing, Xi flies to North Korea - Why China is worried about Kim Jong Un and Russia

Chinese President Xi Jinping has landed in North Korea for his first overseas trip of the year.

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