China on the Global Stage: international affairs, trade and overseas M&A

Feb 07, 2026 09:00 AM

Weekend Long Read: Why Climate Change Is Making Your Chocolate More Expensive
From the Amazon to West Africa, heat and drought are shrinking cocoa pods and altering flavors, forcing manufacturers to rewrite recipes
Feb 05, 2026 18:18 PM

Putin Plans Two Visits to China in 2026 as Ties Deepen
Chinese leader speaks with both Trump and Putin in a single day as Moscow and Beijing pledge to stand ‘back-to-back’ against external pressure
Feb 05, 2026 05:28 AM

Xi, Trump Discuss Trade, Taiwan, and Upcoming China Visit
The U.S. president confirmed his April visit to China, while Xi reiterated Beijing’s stance on Taiwan and stressed the importance of bilateral relations
Feb 05, 2026 03:29 AM

Xi and Putin Vow to Uphold Global Stability in Virtual Summit
The two leaders’ video meeting comes as they mark key relationship anniversaries and pledge deeper strategic collaboration
Feb 04, 2026 18:44 PM

Li Ka-Shing’s Port Unit Starts Arbitration Against Panama
Hong Kong conglomerate alleges breach of faith after Supreme Court in Panama declares operating contract unconstitutional, while a Maersk unit steps in temporarily
Feb 02, 2026 16:15 PM

Asia-Pacific Emerges as Global Hotspot for High-Tech Identity Fraud
A new report identifies the region as the fastest-growing area for AI-driven scams, with criminals shifting focus from quick theft to long-term account takeovers
Feb 02, 2026 10:03 AM

Maersk Unit Takes Over CK Hutchison Panama Ports After Court Ruling
Use of Danish shipping giant as ‘temporary manager’ seen as compromise amid U.S.-China friction under Trump
Jan 31, 2026 20:39 PM

Analysis: U.S. Allies Flock to Beijing to Hedge Against Trump’s Policies
While leaders like Canada’s Mark Carney and the U.K.’s Keir Starmer look to diversify trade away from ‘America First,’ deep security dependence on Washington limits the scope of their pivot
Jan 31, 2026 03:14 AM

Canberra Reasserts Intent to Retake Darwin Port From Chinese Operator
Prime Minister Albanese says the northern hub used by U.S. Marines must return to Australian hands, prompting Beijing to warn of consequences
Jan 30, 2026 20:52 PM

Panama Top Court Cancels Li Ka-Shing Family’s Canal Port Contracts
Hutchison Ports PPC says it hasn’t been formally notified and is weighing legal action as China’s Foreign Ministry pledges to protect corporate interests
Jan 30, 2026 12:49 PM

In Depth: Finland’s Stubb Warns World Order at a Crossroads
Finnish President Alexander Stubb told Caixin at Davos the West faces a stark choice between deal-driven multipolarity and rules-based multilateralism, arguing that the latter can survive only if power shifts toward the Global South
Jan 30, 2026 09:55 AM

China Weighs Visa-Free Travel for U.K. Citizens, Cuts Whiskey Tariffs
Beijing creates financial working group and cuts alcohol duties during Prime Minister Starmer’s visit, aiming to reset the strategic partnership
Jan 29, 2026 17:03 PM

Xi and Starmer Pledge to Reset U.K.-China Ties in Beijing Meeting
The leaders agree to a stable strategic partnership as London navigates economic headwinds and Washington’s protectionism
Jan 28, 2026 15:59 PM

U.K. Aims to Reduce ‘Volatility’ in China Ties as Starmer Visits Beijing
In the first visit by a British leader since 2018, Keir Starmer seeks to reduce volatility and boost trade without alienating the Trump administration
Jan 23, 2026 17:49 PM

McKinsey China Chief Cautions Companies Against Hiding Chinese Origins
At Davos, Joe Ngai advises businesses to embrace their identity, but not their predilection for price wars, as they expand overseas
Jan 22, 2026 04:13 AM

Caixin Luncheon at Davos Highlights Urgency for Global Growth Rethink
Caixin’s CEO Lunch gathers policymakers and business elites to chart post-crisis economic models amid China-U.S. tension
Jan 21, 2026 08:50 AM

Saudi Arabia Courts Chinese Builders for Vision 2030 at Davos
A high-ranking delegation in Switzerland highlights billions in contracts awarded to Chinese state-owned firms for the $62.2 billion Diriyah development
Jan 21, 2026 00:04 AM

China’s He Lifeng Warns Against Protectionism at Davos, Cites Risks of ‘Law of the Jungle’
Amid rising tensions over global trade, China’s vice premier defends multilateralism and invites cooperation on climate, investment, and reform
Jan 16, 2026 18:58 PM

Philippines Waives Visas for Chinese Travelers to Boost Tourism
New policy grants 14-day visa-free access to main airports, aiming to catch up with gains made by Malaysia and Singapore
Jan 15, 2026 20:42 PM

Iran Tells China Domestic Unrest Was Incited by ‘Foreign Forces’
Tehran says it is prepared for foreign interference but remains open to dialogue, as China’s foreign minister Wang Yi warns against a return to the ‘law of the jungle’