China expels two former defense ministers from Communist Party as military purge deepens

Former Defense Ministers Li Shangfu and his predecessor Wei Fenghe have both been expelled from the Communist Party  China on Thursday expelled its former Defense Minister Li Shangfu and his predecessor from the ruling Communist Party over corruption allegations, state broadcaster CCTV reported, deepening a sweeping purge within the top ranks of the military. Li was removed in October […]

China is watching warily as Putin and Kim forge new ‘alliance’

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin ride a Mercedes-Benz at a welcoming ceremony in Pyongyang on June 19, 2024. Gavriil Grigorov/Pool/AFP/Sputnik/Getty Images Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world.Hong KongCNN —  As Russian President Vladimir […]

China Threatens Death Penalty for Taiwan Independence Advocates Amid Escalating Tensions

China escalated its pressure on Taiwan on Friday, threatening to impose the death penalty in extreme cases for “diehard” Taiwan independence separatists, despite having no jurisdiction over the democratically governed island. This latest development adds to a series of actions aimed at intimidating Taiwan since Vice President Lai Ching-te’s election victory in January. Taiwan has […]

China Expels Former Defense Ministers Li Shangfu and Wei Fenghe Over Corruption Allegations

China has expelled its former Defense Minister Li Shangfu and his predecessor Wei Fenghe from the ruling Communist Party over corruption allegations, state broadcaster CCTV reported on Thursday. This move deepens a sweeping purge within the top ranks of the military. Li was removed from his position in October last year without explanation after disappearing […]

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Visit Russia Amid Strengthening Bilateral Ties

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Russia for the first time since the Kremlin’s invasion of Ukraine, underscoring the deepening ties between New Delhi and Moscow despite India’s close relationship with Washington. Preparations are underway for Modi’s visit to Moscow, with dates to be announced soon, Kremlin spokesperson Yuri Ushakov confirmed via […]

China and EU to Start Talks on Tariffs for Chinese-Made Electric Vehicles

China and the European Union have agreed to initiate discussions on the planned imposition of tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) imported into the European market, senior officials from both sides announced on Saturday. Germany’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck revealed that EU Commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis had informed him about the forthcoming negotiations with China. This […]

Chinese BYD Launches First EV Sedan Model in Japan

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has officially launched its first EV sedan model in the Japanese market, marking a significant step in its global expansion efforts. The launch event, held on Monday, showcased the BYD Seal, an electric sedan that the company hopes will appeal to Japanese consumers looking for sustainable and high-performance vehicles. […]