The U.S. has become a "side character" in the global story of renewable energy, experts say. China dominates the sector, with positive implications for the climate and their economy.

China will keep expanding domestic demand and support the broader economy with more proactive policies in 2026, the Politburo, a top decision-making body of the ruling Communist Party, was cited as saying on Monday by state media Xinhua.

China’s renminbi is lagging the currencies of key trading partners, making Chinese goods and services cheap and helping to drive exports.

China’s central bank added to its gold reserves for a 13th straight month, according to data released on Sunday.

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said he had made progress in persuading Beijing to grant rare earth export licenses to German manufacturers during his visit on Monday, but signalled they did not receive any from the first batch issued.

No end in sight to spat between Japan and China over Taiwan, as neither Tokyo nor Beijing shows signs of backing down.

BEIJING -- China and France pledged deeper cooperation on global issues like the war in Ukraine and trade, as France prepares to take on the presidency of the Group of Seven next year. French President Emmanuel Macron met with China's Xi Jinping on Thursday morning as part of a three-day state visit focusing on trade and diplomacy.

China on Monday pledged to defend its sovereignty and warned against "external interference" after the U.S. unveiled a new security strategy aimed at building up military power to deter conflict with Beijing over Taiwan.

Visa services between India and China had been halted after the 2020 border clashes. However, the Ministry of External Affairs announced on November 26 that tourist and business visas for Chinese nationals are now fully operational.