China and Taiwan: A really simple guide
China sees self-ruled Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be under Beijing's control - and has not ruled out the use of force to take the island.
Asian news from Beijing
What's behind China-Taiwan tensions?
All eyes are on Taiwan ahead of a pivotal presidential race that has been described as a choice between peace and war with mainland China.
China sanctions five US defence firms over Taiwan arms sales
China has announced sanctions on five Western defence firms over the latest round of US arms sales to Taiwan.
Xi signals marked shift in tone for China on US – but with Biden’s off-the-cuff ‘dictator’ comment can it last?
Editor’s Note: Sign up for CNN’s Meanwhile in China newsletter which explores what you need to know about the country’s rise and how it impacts the world.
Sri Lanka declares moratorium on research ships for a year amid Indian concerns over Chinese vessels
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka has declared a moratorium on foreign research ships entering its waters for a year amid concerns from India over Chinese research vessels docking in its neighborhood.
A competition Chinese chess player says he’s going to court after losing his title over a defecation
BEIJING (AP) — A competitor in Chinese chess says he has sued the national association in China for mental distress after he was stripped of a title for drinking alcohol and defecating in the bathtub of his hotel room at a recent competition.
Zhongzhi Enterprise Group: Chinese shadow bank files for bankruptcy
A major Chinese shadow bank has filed for bankruptcy on the grounds it was unable to pay its debts.