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Hong Kong lawmakers hold special session, nearing vote on law that could further quash dissent
Hong Kong’s lawmakers met in a special session to resume debate on a proposed national security law Tuesday, paving the way to grant the government more power to quash dissent in the southern Chinese city
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March 18, 2024 at 8:22 AM
China's economy shows signs of improvement, but its property sector is still in the doldrums
China has reported its manufacturing and investment improved in the first two months of the year, while weakness in the property sector weighed on the economy
March 18, 2024 at 8:22 AM
March 15, 2024 at 11:42 AM
China's stock regulator pledges to boost the quality of listed firms and crack down on market abuses
China’s markets regulator has renewed its efforts to pep up the stock market, pledging to raise the quality of companies listed on domestic markets
March 15, 2024 at 11:42 AM
March 14, 2024 at 11:10 AM
Chinese city officials issue a rare apology after authorities harass journalists on live TV
City officials in eastern China have apologized to local journalists after authorities were shown pushing them and trying to obstruct reporting from the site of a deadly explosion
March 14, 2024 at 11:10 AM
March 13, 2024 at 6:11 AM
Elderly retirees face big losses after Chinese trust goes bust, reflecting turbulent economy
Some investors in a troubled Chinese trust fund are facing financial ruin under a government plan to return a fraction of their money back
March 13, 2024 at 6:11 AM
March 13, 2024 at 2:14 AM
Iran, Russia and China show off their ships in a joint naval drill in the Gulf of Oman
China, Iran and Russia have begun a joint naval drill in the Gulf of Oman, a crucial waterway near the mouth of the Persian Gulf
March 13, 2024 at 2:14 AM
March 11, 2024 at 10:38 AM
China's congress ends with a show of unity behind Xi's vision for national greatness
China's national congress has concluded its annual session with the usual show of near-unanimous support for the ruling Communist Party's blueprint for the year
March 11, 2024 at 10:38 AM
March 8, 2024 at 11:18 AM
China trumpets rising car exports to Russia as its envoy holds talks in Ukraine
The divide between China and Europe over the war in Ukraine was on display this week
March 8, 2024 at 11:18 AM
March 8, 2024 at 10:46 AM
Behind the doors of a Chinese hacking company, a sordid culture fueled by influence, alcohol and sex
China’s hacking industry is vast but also suffers from shady business practices.
March 8, 2024 at 10:46 AM
March 8, 2024 at 10:14 AM
China's top court, prosecutors report surging cyberscams, stress protecting national security
China has reported large increases in arrests and cases of phone and internet scams last year, as leaders showcase the ruling Communist Party's determination to safeguard national security and public order
March 8, 2024 at 10:14 AM
March 7, 2024 at 11:34 AM
Hong Kong court affirms landmark sedition conviction for pro-democracy activist
A Hong Kong court says criticizing laws or chanting anti-government slogans can be enough to jail someone for sedition
March 7, 2024 at 11:34 AM
March 7, 2024 at 11:18 AM
China accuses US of devising tactics to suppress China despite improvement in relations
China’s foreign minister is accusing the U.S. of devising tactics to suppress China’s rise and he has criticized the Biden administration for adding more Chinese companies to its sanctions lists
March 7, 2024 at 11:18 AM
March 7, 2024 at 9:58 AM
US diplomat criticizes China for using coercion and intimidation as it presses maritime claims
The top American diplomat for East Asia and the Pacific is criticizing China for using intimidation tactics against other countries in the region to press its sweeping maritime claims in the South China Sea
March 7, 2024 at 9:58 AM
March 6, 2024 at 12:46 PM
China says economy got a strong start in 2024, sets sights on latest technology, upgrading factories
Top Chinese financial officials have outlined details of the ruling Communist Party's plans for the year, saying a 5% target for economic growth is within reach after a strong start to the year
March 6, 2024 at 12:46 PM
March 5, 2024 at 12:20 PM
China’s coast guard caused collision at sea, Philippines says
The Philippines accused China's coast guard of carrying out "dangerous manoeuvres" that led to a collision between its coast guard ship and a Chinese vessel in the South China Sea.
March 5, 2024 at 12:20 PM
March 4, 2024 at 12:06 PM
China seeks ways to revive slowing economy and salvage property market as annual congress convenes
China's efforts to restore confidence and rev up the economy will top the agenda during this month’s meeting of the ceremonial national legislature
March 4, 2024 at 12:06 PM
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Senate passes $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, but tough path ahead in House
The United States Senate has passed a $95 billion foreign aid bill for Israel, Taiwan and Ukraine, setting up a showdown in the House of Representatives.
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Drones put on dazzling dragon show in skies over China
Drones formed giant dragons and a phoenix in the skies over China to welcome the Spring Festival.
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Chinese hackers spent up to 5 years in US networks: Cyber officials
Hackers from China spent up to five years in U.S. networks as part of a cyber operation that targeted U.S. critical infrastructure, law enforcement agencies said.
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US intelligence officials issue new bulletin about Chinese hackers
A new bulletin warns that China has shifted from a “strategy” of using hacking to commit economic espionage to a strategy of using hacking to disrupt how Americans go about daily lives.
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China looks to ‘wreak havoc in US
Intelligence leaders are warning that the country's civilian infrastructure, including water and power systems, is vulnerable to hackers now working on behalf of the Chinese government.
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FBI director shares warning about Chinese hackers on US infrastructure
Director Christopher Wray said that hacking and economic espionage from China is the “defining threat of our generation.”
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China’s hackers targeting ‘American infrastructure,’ FBI director says
FBI Director Christopher Wray testified before the House select committee on the Chinese Communist Party.
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DOJ disrupts Chinese hacker effort to use malware to hijack US-based routers
The 'Volt Typhoon" operation targeted U.S. infrastructure, the FBI director said
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China's hackers are preparing to 'wreak havoc' and 'cause real world harm' to Americans: FBI director
China's hackers are preparing to "wreak havoc" and "cause real world harm" to Americans, FBI Director Christopher Wray warned on Wednesday.
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Chinese-manufactured drones 'pose a significant risk to critical infrastructure and U.S. national security,' DHS and FBI warn
Chinese-manufactured drones "pose a significant risk to critical infrastructure and U.S. national security," DHS and FBI warn.
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Taiwan loses another diplomatic ally, while unofficial US delegation offers support following presidential election
One of Taiwan's few remaining diplomatic allies has cut ties with the self-governed island in favor of Beijing.
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Victory for ruling-party candidate in Taiwan’s presidential election
William Lai Ching-te, despised by China for his pro-independence stance, was voted in as Taiwan's new president as China angrily threatened to take the self-governed island by force.
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3 months ago
Xi told Biden at summit that China plans to reunify with Taiwan
China's President Xi Jinping told President Joe Biden at their recent summit of China's intention to unify with Taiwan.
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President Xi says China plans to try to reunify with Taiwan: Sources
Xi told President Biden this at a recent summit, according to ABC News sources.
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Rescuers search rubble after deadly China earthquake
Rescue workers comb through collapsed buildings trying to find people trapped, after China's deadliest earthquake in 10 years killed at least 118 people.
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3 months ago
Nikki Haley highlights differences with Trump on China, fentanyl, national debt
Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley sought to draw a distinction between her and Republican frontrunner Donald Trump on Thursday in an interview with ABC News.
3 months ago
4 months ago
WHO monitoring respiratory illness in China
ABC News contributor Dr. Alok Patel talks about a respiratory illness spiking in China and the World Health Organization’s efforts to monitor the spread.
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CDC monitoring increase in respiratory illnesses and hospitalizations in China
ABC News medical contributor Dr. Alok Patel joins ABC News Live anchor Diane Macedo to talk about yearly flu shots, mycoplasma and COVID-19 restrictions in China.
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China's health care system struggles
A surge of respiratory illnesses has caused long lines of people waiting for care.
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Respiratory illness surging in parts of China
The National Health Commission and the National Administration of Disease Control and Prevention say they are monitoring illnesses and encouraging vaccinations to prevent spread.
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What to know about the respiratory illnesses surging in some parts of China
Some parts of China have been experiencing a surge of respiratory illnesses such as flu and RSV, in the first winter since the country eased its COVID-restrictions.
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Outbreak of children suffering respiratory illness strains China’s healthcare system
The World Health Organization said the outbreak was caused by a rise in “known” viruses, such as influenza.
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New virus concerns within China
The World Health Organization is asking Beijing for more details for the spike on respiratory illnesses and clusters of pneumonia in children.
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Northern Chinese hospitals overwhelmed with children with respiratory illnesses
The World Health Organization consulted with Chinese health authorities and reported an increase in respiratory illnesses but not any “unusual or novel diseases.”
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Biden-Xi summit: Modest outcomes, from fentanyl to pandas: ANALYSIS
But both men agreed on the need to keep lines of communication open.
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US-China summit closes with war of words
President Joe Biden sparked some controversy after telling reporters he believes China President Xi Jinping is a dictator. China responded, calling Biden's remarks absurd and irresponsible.
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APEC Summit fallout: Pres. Biden describes Chinese president as “dictator
Plus, billionaire Elon Musk under fire over antisemitic comment and we dive into the debate tearing TikTok apart.
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Biden calls Xi talks 'constructive and productive'
ABC News’ Selina Wang has the details on the outcome from yesterday's historic summit and what else world leaders are doing at the APEC summit.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping to dine with Iowa 'old friends' during visit to the U.S.
One of the old friends who will be at the dinner is former U.S. Ambassador to China Terry Branstad, who was in his first term as Iowa governor when he met Xi during that 1985 visit.
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How US-China relationship moves forward after meeting between leaders
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby discusses President Joe Biden and President Xi Jinping's first face-face meeting in more than a year amid tensions in the U.S.-China relationship.
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Biden says progress made in high-stakes summit with Xi
Fentanyl, artificial intelligence, climate change, the Middle East and Taiwan were discussed during President Joe Biden's four-hour meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, sources told ABC News.
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Biden and Xi talk fentanyl, Taiwan, military communication and more in 4-hour meeting
Biden and China's President Xi Jinping on Wednesday held their first face-face meeting in more than a year amid tensions in the U.S.-China relationship
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China says Biden's 'dictator' rhetoric is 'extremely wrong' following leaders' California meeting
China condemned Biden's words, with Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning saying this kind of speech is "irresponsible political manipulation."
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Biden, Xi meet at high stakes summit
President Joe Biden and China's President Xi Jinping held their first face-face meeting in more than a year amid tensions in the U.S.-China relationship.
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