Western indifference to Israel’s thirst for war defines a grotesque year of hypocrisy
As China and Russia weigh up their options in anticipation of Donald Trump’s second presidency, horrified countries in the Global South see Gaza as an emblem of US and European double standards
China says ‘politically motivated’ US and EU sanctions are damaging Uyghur minority, as trade drops dramatically
Xinjiang authorities claim ‘anti-China forces in the international community’ are ignoring region’s efforts to protect human rights
China and India seek to improve relations and tilt world’s economic axis
Border-dispute talks could reshape political alliances in Asia
‘I have to get out of this place’: At home with his parents, my friend longs for a return to Shanghai
Anchored down by a spell with his family, my friend longs for a return to Shanghai
China loosens fiscal policy to boost domestic demand next year
Statement calling for ‘an appropriately loose monetary policy’ marks first easing of China’s monetary policy since 2010 in the wake of the global financial crisis
Inside the Chinese city that makes 80% of the world’s Christmas decorations
In Yiwu, more than 600 businesses produce an estimated 80 per cent of the world’s Christmas decorations
Yoon’s impeachment could have big implications for South Korea’s position on China
South Korean president’s closer alignment with the United States has not been popular at home
China tight-lipped over South Korean president’s six-hour imposition of martial law
US makes no criticism of Yoon’s attempt to suspend his country’s democratic institutions
South Korea martial law: Yoon Suk Yeol’s decision will have far-reaching consequences
President’s actions will almost certainly cost him his office as impeachment proceedings planned against him
China’s tradition of confinement after giving birth: ‘I made it to the sixth day and then I just had to have a shower’
Beijing Letter: Tradition of confinement after birth in China seen to have psychological and physical benefits for mother and baby
Hong Kong Letter: Harsh jail sentences may harm financial centre and trading hub reputation
Imprisoning of 45 former politicians and activists convicted under Beijing’s National Security Law could trigger the imposition of US visa restrictions on multiple Hong Kong officials
‘The more information you have, the more you’re free,’ Jimmy Lai tells Hong Kong trial
Former publisher in custody for almost four years since arrest under national security law
Jimmy Lai trial to resume in Hong Kong a day after 45 pro-democracy activists jailed
Former newspaper publisher (76) could face life sentence if convicted under draconian national security law imposed by Beijing
Trump’s return is an opportunity to confront urgent questions about Europe’s future
Donald Trump's return as US president is a clarifying moment that should make European policymakers look again at the terms of the transatlantic relationship
China may be better prepared for Trump this time
Beijing has been on a charm offensive directed towards the rest of the world, including the European Union