Neither Washington nor Tehran wants Beijing on the opposite side, analyst says.

Although the total number of infections has increased in the mainland city, there are fewer people in serious condition, according to the Wuhan Municipal Commission.

Communist Party releases book of president’s speeches from the past six years.

Few signs of extra precautions visible in Wuhan city on Saturday despite spike in number of infections the previous day.

Comments made by Xi Jinping last month intended to encourage China’s ‘rightful struggle’ against foreign interference, says Beijing official in charge of region’s affairs.

Round-up started on Boxing Day, after about 20 rights defenders from around the country attended a clandestine meeting in Fujian province, pro-democracy activist says.

The Chinese president’s prediction of surprises and threats was followed by a year in which the leadership was tested and bolstered, featuring relief measures on some fronts but a toning down on others.

It was not clear if Guo talked to Lam but his presence spoke volumes about Beijing’s concerns, observers say.

Zhu Guangyao says World Trade Organisation is in ‘real danger of being suspended’ after move to block appointment of new judges to Appellate Body

Beijing’s response to agreement reflects caution about possible missteps ahead while Americans give details of its pledges to boost imports.

Beijing’s man for restive regions is believed to have expanded the police force and network of internment camps where Muslim minorities are held.

Time for a new approach, and shared interest in North Korean denuclearisation a good place to start, former US negotiator suggests.

Former US negotiators say lack of credibility is hampering efforts on both sides.

Business leader warns contingency plans are being made in case violence flares again in troubled city.

English-language documentaries produced by CGTN television show graphic images of terrorist attacks in far western region, where a million Muslims have been reportedly detained.

Warnings echo comments by former US secretary of state Henry Kissinger who said even a ‘relatively minor crisis’ could spiral out of control.

Beijing has a range of strong options to retaliate against possible American sanctions on Chinese officials in far western region, advisers say.

Wang Zhimin, head of the liaison office, refused to discuss reports that he would be moved to another post and asked reporters if they thought he was ‘looking great’.

Praising Macau for its application of ‘one country, two systems’, Communist Party’s No 3 leader says Hong Kong must heed the central government’s policies.

Unrest in the city is a struggle between safeguarding ‘one country, two systems’ and destroying it, and any attempts to challenge national sovereignty, security and unity are ‘doomed to fail’, Communist Party mouthpiece says.

Soldiers in bright basketball jerseys made no effort to hide their colours, but what was the real reason for them being on the streets?

Sides discuss ‘core issues’ for phase one trade agreement, Xinhua says.

Foreign ministry says London and Washington did not ‘sternly condemn’ torching of man in the city.

Decision should ‘abide by the principle of consultation’, foreign ministry says in response to report US offered to co-host meeting with Chile on American soil.

‘Costs for Hong Kong will be unbearable’ if it does not act, Wang Zhenmin says amid fears that Beijing could impose the legislation itself after last week’s meeting of Communist Party elite made national security a priority.

Chief executive, speaking in Beijing, makes it clear that Hong Kong’s role under the ambitious national development project has not diminished despite ongoing unrest.

Sources say she will be briefed on key policies on protest crisis, as well as enactment of national security law.

Statements issued after Communist Party gathering stress importance of ‘one country, two systems’ but suggest closer focus on security and national sovereignty.

‘One country, two systems’ is key to China’s governance, and national education should be strengthened, especially for civil servants and youth, head of Basic Law committees says after Communist Party plenary.

Communique issued at end of four-day session says party will ‘establish a sound legal system and enforcement mechanism for safeguarding national security’ in the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau.