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Chinese President Xi Jinping (left) has warned the situation in the Middle East is “very critical”. He made the comments in a phone call with his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin (right) on Thursday. Photo: AP
Israel-Iran conflict

Xi urges Iran and ‘especially Israel’ to cease fire during call with Putin

Russian leader confirms Moscow is ready to mediate Middle East conflict in conversation with Chinese president.

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Israel-Iran conflict

Israel ‘ready to keep talking to China’ despite criticism of Iran air strikes

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US-China relations

China urges US to ‘look at the whole picture’ on tariffs to see true trade ties

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China's economic recovery

China records bumper capital inflow as Gulf investors hedge against US

China saw a US$33 billion capital inflow in May, as investors seek a safe haven and reduce their US exposure amid rising global instability.

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China has recorded a strong inflow of foreign capital into its bond and equities markets in recent months, as investors look to hedge against the United States. Photo: EPA-EFE
Belt and Road Initiative

Opinion | Israeli strikes one more challenge for new China-Iran rail corridor

Weeks before the air strikes, a new overland trade route was launched that could help Iran evade sanctions and advance its regional ambitions.

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Israel-Iran conflict

China may offer to play ‘constructive’ role in mediating Iran-Israel conflict

Beijing has expressed its willingness to play a ‘constructive’ role, but there may be limits on what it can achieve.

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My Take

Opinion | Israel-Iran conflict is latest test of China’s self-proclaimed neutrality

Echoing Moscow, Islamabad and Pyongyang, Beijing’s alignment with Tehran challenges its credibility as a neutral mediator.

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Israeli security forces inspect destroyed houses that were struck by a missile fired from Iran on Saturday. Flaring tensions between the two adversaries have put China’s self-proclaimed neutrality under the spotlight again. Photo: AP
Israel

China’s Tehran ties complicate calls for Iran-Israel restraint

Beijing has called for Israel and Iran to curtail their conflict, but it has not made full use of its leverage to rein in Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.

Israel

China’s Wang Yi decries ‘unacceptable’ Israeli attack on Iran, urges diplomacy

In calls with Israeli and Iranian counterparts, China’s top diplomat says peaceful settlement still ‘viable’, warns of ‘dangerous precedent’.

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US-Iran tensions

Chinese envoy urges Israel to halt ‘risky’ Iran attacks, warns of consequences

China’s UN ambassador calls for end to escalation as Israel’s ‘Operation Rising Lion’ raises concerns about a full-blown war between rivals.

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Israel’s Iron Dome air defense system fires to intercept projectiles over Tel Aviv on Saturday. Photo: AP
Iran

China warns of fallout from Israel’s strikes on Iran, eyes role in easing crisis

Beijing voices ‘grave concern’ over Israel’s attacks, while analysts say future of conflict depends on how the US and China intervene.

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Smoke billows from a site in the Iranian capital Tehran early on Friday morning. Photo: AFP
China-Africa relations

Egypt is replacing Cairo – and China is helping build the new capital

Chinese construction giant will build, operate and maintain Egypt’s newest city which will replace Cairo as the country’s capital.

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Diplomacy

Opinion | China as a global conflict mediator: from ambition to action

From Saudi-Iran rapprochement to Myanmar ceasefires, China’s conflict diplomacy also aims to protect its own interests.

Asean

Opinion | Asean-GCC-China summit signals a redrawing of trade away from the US

The partnership offers a chance to reduce US reliance through new supply chains, trade agreements and regional production in critical sectors.

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Leaders join hands before the Asean-GCC-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on May 27. Photo: EPA-EFE
Asean

Opinion | Beyond trade, Asean-GCC-China summit heralds Asia’s cultural renaissance

The recent meeting in Kuala Lumpur transcended economics and geopolitics, representing a pivotal moment of inter-civilisational engagement.

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Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and China’s Premier Li Qiang at the Aseam-GCC-China Summit in Kuala Lumpur on May 26. Photo: Handout
Banking & finance

Investment ties between China and the Middle East to get stronger: EWPartners

Investment firm backed by Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia says ties to strengthen thanks to global trade uncertainties.

Foreigners in China

China offers visa-free travel to 4 Gulf countries following landmark meeting

Passport holders from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain will be allowed to stay for up to 30 days under year-long trial policy.

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US-China relations

‘Asian alliance’: how China is forging a new power centre amid the trade war

China is already deepening ties with Southeast Asia and Middle East, and may even be paving way for a powerful new ‘Asian Union’, analysts say.

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Leaders from China, Southeast Asia and the Gulf states pose for a photo at an inaugural forum bringing together the three sides in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Tuesday. Photo: AFP
China-Asean relations

China, Asean, Gulf states deliver ‘elaborate’ message on economic, energy ties

Meeting seen as effort to boost trade networks amid ‘volatile landscape’, touts economic integration, energy security and ‘grave concerns’ on Gaza.

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War and conflict

Opinion | Why China is the real winner of the India-Pakistan conflict

The India-Pakistan conflict offered China a stage to challenge Western dominance in the arms race.

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International Property

Capital from Hong Kong, mainland China sets sights on UAE property

Inquiries from Chinese buyers surge and Hong Kong’s Gaw Capital and Black Spade Capital make investments.

The Abu Dhabi skyline, pictured on May 14, 2025. Photo: AFP
Middle East

Opinion | How Trump’s Middle East tour revealed Gulf states’ priorities

While the Gulf states seek benefits from Washington and Beijing, Chinese leaders must deliver more tangible support to secure recent gains.

US President Donald Trump walks with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during an arrival ceremony at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 13. Photo: AP
Banking & finance

Hong Kong offers vital linkages in aiding Qatar-China investment growth, bank says

Standard Chartered’s Huen sees opportunities in financial services and technology as Qatar seeks to diversify from oil and gas.

US-China relations

In Saudi Arabia, US and China vie for influence and the kingdom wins: analysts

Donald Trump’s recent ‘landmark’ deals with Riyadh valued at US$600 billion described as pledges rather than guarantees of investment.

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China’s rising Mideast influence looms as Trump seeks investment, security deals

As US leader begins high-stakes regional trip, Gulf states may hedge bets through further economic, currency collaboration with Beijing, analysts say.

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US President Donald Trump is welcomed to Saudi Arabia by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Riyadh’s airport on Tuesday. Analysts said Washington may pressure Gulf states to scale back their use of the renminbi in future trade negotiations. Photo: AP
Hong Kong stock market

Hang Seng Indexes eyes better market connectivity with Qatar Financial Centre

Agreement is part of deals signed during John Lee Ka-chiu’s trip to Qatar and Kuwait, his second to the Middle East, amid frayed ties with the US.

Boats moored in front of high-rise commercial buildings in Doha, the capital of Qatar. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong, mainland delegation eyes insights on Middle East regulatory landscape

Markets in Qatar and Kuwait present ‘strong potential’ for diversification amid trade war due to region’s high GDP per capita, CEO says.

China's military weapons

Egyptian pilot on board China’s J-10 fighter jet renews arms sale speculation

Analysts said a deal with the long-standing US ally could reshape the regional geopolitical landscape.

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