More signs of economic problems in China ... shops and factories weren't as busy as expected in July ... AND a surprise cut in interest rates to try to support... read more →
China’s condemned Taiwan’s vice-president William Lai as a “troublemaker through and through” for briefly visiting the United States on his way to Paraguay. Mr Lai is a front-runner to become... read more →
The head of NASA says if China gets to the south pole of the moon before America, Beijing might claim the area exclusively. He says the way Beijing has built... read more →
NASA says its Artemis II mission is proceeding on schedule and remains slated to orbit the moon's South Pole next year. U.S. officials say there is a space race to... read more →
Firms using facial recognition in China will be required to obtain consent or legal permission before collecting personal information, draft regulations released Tuesday said, while stipulating the rules would not... read more →
The Philippines says it won't abandon the disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea after Beijing told it to remove a grounded warship from the area. Manila earlier accused China's coast... read more →
The Philippines says it won't abandon the disputed Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea after Beijing told it to remove a grounded warship from the area. Manila earlier... read more →
A BRICS summit in Johannesburg this month will seek to enhance the five-nation grouping's trade ties with Africa. This was communicated by the host South Africa. The continent has emerged... read more →
Tuugi Chuluun, Loyola University Maryland The Chinese economy’s sheer size and rapid growth are impressive. China maintained one of the highest economic growth rates in the world for more than... read more →
Bhaso Ndzendze, University of Johannesburg and Siphamandla Zondi, University of Johannesburg Eager to escape perceived western domination, several countries – mostly in the global south – are looking to join... read more →