Politics

Former Chinese Presidential Aide Sentenced to Life in Prison for Corruption

Kat De Guzman   | Jul 05, 2016 07:49 AM EDT

Cracking down on corrupt political officials has been one of the biggest platforms of Chinese President Xi Jinping since he took office and now it has been reported that the former Chinese presidential aide to retired President Hu Jintao has been sentenced to life in prison. read more

China Reacts to Taiwan Missile Firing Incident, Seeks 'Responsible' Explanation

Som Patidar   | Jul 03, 2016 07:59 AM EDT

China on Friday said it is seeking a 'responsible' explanation from Taiwan about the missile firing incident. read more

Beijing to Uphold Sovereignty Over China-Controlled Islands in the South China Sea Amid Impending Hague Court Ruling

Desiree Sison   | Jul 03, 2016 07:50 AM EDT

President Xi said Beijing will never compromise on the sovereignty of the territories it controls in the disputed waters as he called on the CPC to strengthen its military and maintain absolute power in the country. read more

South China Sea: Beijing to Conduct Military Drills Around Paracel Islands to Reassert Claims Over Disputed Region

Som Patidar   | Jul 03, 2016 06:59 AM EDT

China will carry out military drills to assert its claim over disputed reefs and islands in the South China Sea from July 5 to 11. read more

China's Communist Party Celebrates 95 Years of Existence

Iesha javed   | Jul 02, 2016 07:39 AM EDT

The Communist Party of China (CPC) celebrated its 95th anniversary on Friday, July 1, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The occasion was marked by a speech from President Xi Jinping, which came at the end of a week-long series of events, ceremonies, and concerts; attended by elite businessmen, politicians and celebrities. read more

Chinese President Xi Jinping Congratulates Newly-Sworn Philippine Leader Rodrigo Duterte

Kat De Guzman   | Jul 01, 2016 06:13 AM EDT

Chinese President Xi Jinping has congratulated Rodrigo Duterte, after he was sworn in as the 16th president of the Republic of the Philippines on Thursday. read more

China's Internet Czar Lu Wei Resigns

Ellie Froilan   | Jul 01, 2016 07:33 AM EDT

China's internet czar has stepped down as the deputy head of the Central Committee's publicity department. read more

China to Become 'Outlaw State' if it Rejects Arbitration Court Ruling to be Handed Down on July 12

Desiree Sison   | Jun 30, 2016 06:33 AM EDT

China risks being branded as an "outlaw state" by the international community if it will not respect the verdict of the Hague-based arbitration tribunal on the Philippines' case against Beijing on the South China Sea dispute, which is expected to be handed down on July 12. read more

Both Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton Want to Implement Stricter American Trade Policy Especially Towards China

Kat De Guzman   | Jun 30, 2016 02:28 AM EDT

Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump have made it a point in their recent statements that they will implement stricter American trade policies - especially toward China - if either wins the presidential race this coming November 2016 elections. read more

Arbitration Court in Hague to Deliver Verdict on South China Sea Case on June 12

Girish Shetti   | Jun 29, 2016 03:43 PM EDT

The Permanent Court of Arbitration in Hague, Netherland is set to deliver a verdict on the South China Sea case between the Philippines and China on June 12, the court said in a statement released on Wednesday. The eagerly awaited verdict, which is expected to go against China, is certain to increase tension in South China Sea region. read more

China’s top Internet Regulator Likely to step down soon: Report

Girish Shetti   | Jun 29, 2016 10:37 AM EDT

China's top internet regulator, Lu Wei, is likely to step down soon and will be replaced by his current deputy, Xu Lin, people familiar with the matter said on Wednesday. read more

Taiwan's Planned Missile System Test in US Surely to Infuriate China

Desiree Sison   | Jun 28, 2016 06:38 AM EDT

In a move likely to anger Beijing, Taiwan plans to test its newest missile system in the United States next month, media reports said on Monday. read more

Taiwan seeks to Deepen Ties with Panama to Counter China’s Influence in the Region

Girish Shetti   | Jun 28, 2016 05:29 AM EDT

Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen kick started her first overseas trip in Panama on Saturday as Taiwan aims to deepen bilateral relationship with one of its key allies read more

China, Russia Slam US for Anti-Missile Systems Deployment Worldwide

Desiree Sison   | Jun 27, 2016 07:32 AM EDT

China and Russia have slammed the United States and its ­allies for jeopardizing global stability by deploying missile systems worldwide, according to a joint statement issued by the two countries on Saturday. read more

China Cuts a Communication Link With Taiwan

Rina S.   | Jun 26, 2016 04:36 AM EDT

China reported that it has halted a communication mechanism with Taiwan. The measure has been taken as a response to the failur of Taiwan's new government to affirm the "One-China" principle. read more

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