International

Taiwan Flags Provocative Chinese Drone Flight

By BPN News Desk January 18, 2026

Taiwan said a Chinese military drone carried out what it described as a provocative flight over a Taiwan-controlled island in the South China Sea, raising concerns over regional security and stability. Incident Over Pratas Islands According to Taiwan’s defence authorities, the unmanned aerial vehicle flew over the Pratas Islands, also known as Dongsha, which are […]

International

China, Canada Say Ties Have “Turned Around” In Beijing Talks

By BPN News Desk January 16, 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met in Beijing as part of Carney’s first official visit by a Canadian leader in nearly a decade. Xi said recent diplomatic engagement has opened a new chapter in relations and described improvements as a “turnaround” in ties between the two countries. Both leaders pledged […]

Business

US Approves Nvidia AI Chip Sales to China

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

The United States has approved the sale of Nvidia’s advanced artificial intelligence chips to China under specific regulatory conditions, marking a calibrated easing of earlier export restrictions. Conditional Approval Framework The approval allows Nvidia to export select high-end AI chips after meeting compliance requirements set by US authorities. These include

International

China Records Trade Surplus Despite Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

China posted a record trade surplus in 2025 despite continued tariff measures imposed by the United States, underlining the country’s strong export performance amid global trade tensions. Exports Offset U.S. Slowdown Official customs data showed China’s total trade surplus rose to nearly $1.2 trillion in 2025, the highest on record. Exports grew steadily through the […]

International

China Criticises US Sanctions at UN Security Council

By BPN News Desk January 14, 2026

China has criticised recent US-led sanctions on trade with Russia, saying that Western nations are using the Ukraine conflict as a pretext to impose unilateral measures that disrupt normal international trade relations. The comments were made during a United Nations Security Council meeting on the situation in Ukraine. Beijing’s Position China’s deputy UN representative

International

Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit China

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to visit China from January 14 to 17, marking his first official trip to the country since taking office. The visit comes at a time when both sides are seeking to stabilise and rebuild bilateral ties after several years of strained relations. Talks on Trade and Cooperation During […]

International

China Voices Support for Somalia After Visit Postponed

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

China has expressed support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity following the postponement of a planned visit by China’s top diplomat to Mogadishu. Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke by phone with his Somali counterpart during his annual Africa tour, reaffirming backing for Somalia as tensions rise over regional issues. The scheduled visit to Somalia, part […]

International

Japan Slams China’s Dual-Use Export Ban

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

Japan has criticised China’s decision to ban exports of certain dual-use items to Japan, calling the move unacceptable and warning of its potential impact on economic and security ties between the two countries. Tokyo said the restriction runs counter to international trade norms and unfairly targets Japan amid rising regional tensions. What the Export Ban […]

National

India Launches New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

India has launched a new e-Business visa category for Chinese nationals to facilitate smoother entry for business-related activities. The visa, officially introduced at the start of January, allows eligible Chinese citizens to apply online for short-term business travel to India without visiting an Indian embassy or consulate. Purpose of the e-Business Visa The new visa

International

China Rejects US “World Judge” Role After Maduro Capture

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

China has strongly criticised the United States after Washington’s forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to the United States to face legal charges. Chinese officials said no country should act as the “world’s judge” or impose its will on other nations, calling such unilateral actions a violation of national sovereignty and international […]