Putin begins visit in China, underscoring Moscow's ties with Beijing
Russia and China have forged an informal alliance against the United States and other democratic nations that is now complicated by the Israel-Hamas war.
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Cheng Lei, detained Australian journalist, is freed by China
Australian journalist Cheng Lei has been allowed to leave the country and is back home in Australia after being detained for more than three years on charges of espionage.
Making cities 'spongy' could help fight flooding — by steering the water underground
Almost all of China's medium and large cities are susceptible to floods. Some experts are promoting a solution called sponge cities — urban landscapes that are softer and meant to absorb more water.
Bogotá has some of the worst traffic. It's finally getting a metro, with China's help
Colombia's capital is home to 11 million people — and to some of the worst traffic jams in the world. Now Chinese companies are building its first metro line.
Latest on Ukraine: China's foreign minister visits Russia after Kim Jong Un's trip
Catch up on key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Biden denies improved ties with China's adversaries is meant to contain Beijing
The remarks came after the U.S. elevated relations with Vietnam to the level of a comprehensive strategic partner, the highest level of international partnership.
Taiwan suspends work, transport and classes as Typhoon Haikui slams into the island
The storm is expected to continue toward China after crossing over Taiwan. Authorities in the Chinese city of Shantou in Guangdong province are advising residents to take precautions.
Meta says Chinese, Russian influence operations are among the biggest it's taken down
Facebook's parent company says both operations used fake accounts across social media sites to promote Chinese and Russian interests
How high tensions between China and the U.S. are impacting American companies
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo is set to travel to China at a time when U.S. executives and investors are facing increasing uncertainty and risk doing business there.
How Biden used Camp David to elevate a summit with Japan and South Korea
For 80 years, presidents have brought foreign leaders to the rustic mountain retreat known as Camp David. President Biden worked to tap into that history for talks with Japan and South Korea.