Bang Xiao

Donald Trump plans to heavily increase tariffs on Chinese imports, leaving many in China anxious about their livelihoods for the next four years.

On Taiwan's national day, the disconnect between international enthusiasm for the island's independence and its domestic politics paints a complex picture of its evolving identity.

The bursting of China's economic bubble has exposed deep vulnerabilities in the Chinese Communist Party — and threatens Xi Jinping's legacy.

A deal with the Philippines on the South China Sea reflects a longstanding balancing act by China, but the broader outlook reveals the regional power could be changing its tone on big issues.

The conclusion of the Chinese Communist Party's 20th Third Plenum marks a significant moment in Chinese politics, as Xi Jinping appears to be laying the groundwork for an unprecedented fourth term.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit to Australia is strategically timed and full of diplomatic gestures. It could significantly influence Anthony Albanese’s upcoming election campaign.

Officials, diplomats and police in Canberra are furiously preparing for Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who will fly into Australia later today at a crucial time for Beijing and the Australian government.

On the night of the Tiananmen Square massacre, a new mother witnessed the influx of casualties in the emergency room while her propaganda artist husband was in Sydney. Thirty-five years later, the couple reveal how the brutal crackdown has impacted the rest of their lives. 

The recent debate highlights a deeper issue in how we treat those who come to Australia seeking better opportunities. It's time to reconsider how we view migrants and listen to their voices during times of public and political outcry.

An old Chinese idiom perfectly encapsulates the essence of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi's current visit to Australia, and his priorities reveal Beijing's willingness to re-engage directly with business leaders, writes Bang Xiao.