Visitors who cannot pre-book through Chinese apps – requiring a WeChat account and ability to read Chinese – are locked out of many attractions. These obstacles may affect China’s soft power abroad as well as tourism, say analysts.
‘Those who complain about China’s overcapacity are not concerned about China’s production capacity, but rather their own market share,’ Wu Hongbo tells state-owned outlet in wide-ranging interview.
Japanese Ministry of Defence says it monitored the WZ-10 UAV flying near Okinawa within air defence zone in the East China Sea, which Tokyo says has been visited by Chinese ships every day this year.
Sandy Lam was star guest at the HK Phil’s three 50th anniversary shows, shining in her 75-minute sets. She was joined by singer-songwriter Anthony Lun and Cantopop legends Frances Yip and Elisa Chan.
Whether Indonesia can maintain friendship with China amid ‘dramatic geopolitical changes’ will require ‘superb political wisdom’, Beijing-based foreign policy group says.
Beijing’s pledge comes after Holy See hosts Shanghai bishop for Concilium Sinense centenary, offers to ‘renew and develop’ 2018 deal on appointing bishops.
In an interview with Xinhua, the Russian leader commends Beijing’s peace efforts and its ‘unprecedented level of strategic partnership’ with Moscow.
A recent songwriting camp in Hong Kong brought Chris James, Gaston Pong and Chiyo – who between them have written for BTS, Tia Ray, and Priscilla Abby – to create all-but-guaranteed chart-toppers.
Leo1Bee, the artist behind conceptual record Wilderness, talks about his influences, love of R&B and why his latest album is his critique of society that has been a long time in the making.
Analysts say China has long called for a ceasefire anyway, whereas any demand that it explicitly condemn Russia is likely to fail.
Taiwanese vice-president-elect Hsiao Bi-khim was reportedly tailed during her trip to Prague last month.
Top diplomats reaffirm commitment to 20-year-old conduct agreement, promise strengthened trade ties.
Roxanne Seeman has written for Barbra Streisand, The Jacksons and Phil Collins among others. Now she is penning Cantopop and Mandopop songs. The New Yorker reveals what shaped her Chinese sensibilities.
Global South’s growing willingness to organise exhibitions outside Western influence on display at Beijing shows, according to observers.
Foreign vice-minister Chen Xiaodong warns that relations are ‘at a crossroads’ and says Manila must pay ‘serious attention to China’s concerns’.
In talks in Shanghai, former ambassador Cui says the company can contribute to understanding between the two countries.
Chinese president’s message to Russian counterpart following concert hall attack that killed 143 shows Moscow can expect Beijing to ‘stand in solidarity’ with it on security, analyst says.
Chinese diplomat’s comments at ICJ appear to endorse armed struggle against Israel in what analyst calls an ‘unanticipated shift’ in stance, but others deny this marks a radical departure, noting Beijing still favours two-state solution.
‘Solemn representations’ made to New Delhi after Indian prime minister inaugurates Himalayan project on visit to the sensitive region.
Models imposed from outside have brought neither ‘stability nor prosperity’ to African countries, foreign minister tells ‘two sessions’ press conference.
Fresh from his Grammy win last month, A-list producer Khris Riddick-Tynes reflects on a sterling career that has seen him work with the likes of Ariana Grande, Toni Braxton and Tia Ray.
Observers say China is in a good position to act as arbitrator in the Israel-Gaza war. So what’s stopping it?
Shanghai-based rapper and ‘fortune-teller’ Feezy – of hip-hop trio Straight Fire Gang – offers his predictions for the future of the genre in China.
The US must ensure ‘fair entry treatment and full dignity’ for Chinese citizens, Chinese Public Security Minister Wang Xiaohong tells US counterpart Alejandro Mayorkas in Vienna.
State media says Chinese and Western ideas about the mythical creatures are worlds apart.
People’s Liberation Army conducts routine operations in the contested waterway on Lunar New Year’s Eve after Manila orders increase in troops in northern province near Taiwan.
Immigration authorities say 1.8 million trips will be made in and out of the mainland each day, more than triple last year’s levels.
Singer-songwriter Tia Ray tells Post Magazine about the inspiration behind her new album, Allure, and why she wanted to step out of her comfort zone for her coming English-language release.
Pledge from NPC Standing Committee chair Zhao Leji comes during meeting with Djiboutian counterpart Dileita Mohamed Dileita marking 45 years of diplomatic ties.
Busy Hong Kong singer, songwriter and producer JNYBeatz talks about crossing genres and inspiring new producers in his latest project, Vision Music, Hong Kong’s first beatmaking school.
