Hong Kong pro-independence lawmakers blocked from taking oath
Hong Kong`s legislature again descended into chaos Wednesday as pro-Beijing politicians blocked the swearing in of two new lawmakers who want a split from China, in an increasingly divided parliament.
Oct 19, 2016, 13:44 PM IST
Taiwanese President calls for renewed talks with China
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen on Monday called for a resumption of talks with China and pledged that "anything" can be on the table for discussion.
Oct 10, 2016, 11:35 AM IST
Hardik Pandya spotted in Hong Kong holidaying with girlfriend Lisa Sharma – PICS & VIDS!
Pandya, so far, has represented India 16 times on the T20 International circuit and made 78 runs.
Oct 08, 2016, 16:03 PM IST
Hong Kong activist deported from Thailand `at China`s request`
Hong Kong democracy campaigner Joshua Wong returned home Wednesday after being deported from junta-run Thailand, where he was due at events commemorating a massacre of student activists, as he and his supporters blamed China for his detention.
Oct 05, 2016, 20:16 PM IST
Hong Kong activist held in Thailand `at China`s request`
Hong Kong democracy campaigner Joshua Wong was stopped from entering junta-run Thailand, where he was due at events commemorating a massacre of student activists, an official said Wednesday, as supporters blamed China for his detention.
Oct 05, 2016, 12:21 PM IST
Hong Kong leader calls for unity with China as protesters gather
Hong Kong`s leader called on the city to unite behind its current political system Saturday in the face of increasing calls for independence from China, as protesters were bundled from the auditorium where he was speaking.
Oct 01, 2016, 07:34 AM IST
Hong Kong marks 2nd anniversary of `Umbrella Revolution`
The anniversary of the "Umbrella Revolution" comes as tensions remain high in the semi-autonomous city, with fears growing that China is tightening its grip.
Sep 28, 2016, 21:01 PM IST
Taiwan braces for super typhoon Meranti
The super typhoon will likely dampen celebrations and disrupt traffic during the four-day Mid-autumn Festival holiday period starting Thursday.
Sep 13, 2016, 11:21 AM IST
Newly elected Hong Kong lawmaker Eddie Chu reports 'death threats'
A Hong Kong lawmaker advocating more autonomy from China who won a seat in landmark elections last weekend said Thursday he had received "death threats" before and since the polls as he reported them to police.
Sep 08, 2016, 14:05 PM IST
Hong Kong pro-democracy candidates retain veto in key vote
A group of young Hong Kong pro-democracy activists pulled off a stunning election victory, gaining a foothold in the southern Chinese city's legislature and setting the stage for a new round of political confrontations with Beijing, official results showed on Monday.
Sep 06, 2016, 00:36 AM IST
Divided Hong Kong goes to polls as Beijing watches
Hong Kong goes to the polls today in an election which for the first time sees young independence activists calling for a complete break from China running for office.
Sep 04, 2016, 06:28 AM IST
China's government flexes muscles with Uber, DreamWorks probes
The Chinese government said on Friday it was investigating two high-profile takeover proposals involving US companies, the latest sign of its growing influence on whether deals are approved - even those appearing to have little impact in China.
Sep 03, 2016, 09:02 AM IST
Hong Kong records 188 new HIV cases
A total of 188 new cases of HIV infection were reported in Hong Kong in the second quarter of 2016, health officials said on Tuesday.
Aug 30, 2016, 21:29 PM IST
This woman's jaw-dropping heroics on world's tallest skyscrapers will take your breath away - See Pics
'Rooftopping' by Insta-famous Angela Nikolau will take your breath away.
Aug 24, 2016, 17:19 PM IST
Hong Kong protest leaders may face jail as China tensions rise
Three leaders of Hong Kong`s "Umbrella Revolution" face possible jail sentences Monday over protests that sparked massive rallies in 2014, as fears grow that Beijing is closing its grip on the city.
Aug 15, 2016, 02:37 AM IST
Ex-Philippine leader meets senior China official to mend ties
Ramos took his characteristic informal approach to the press conference, asking reporters to stand beside him to ask questions and pose for the cameras.
Aug 12, 2016, 12:21 PM IST
Philippines seeks formal talks with China amid South China Sea tensions: Ramos
China claims almost the entire South China Sea, through which more than USD 5 trillion of trade moves annually.
Aug 12, 2016, 09:16 AM IST
Anger as Hong Kong pro-independence leader barred from polls
Hong Kong was returned from Britain to China in 1997 under an arrangement that guarantees civil liberties unseen on the mainland.
Aug 02, 2016, 19:05 PM IST
Typhoon Nida makes landfall in China after shutting down Hong Kong, hundreds stranded
Typhoon Nida, the strongest to have hit the Chinese coast in 33 years, today made a landfall in south China, packing winds of up to 151.2 kmph and causing major traffic disruptions and flight cancellations that left hundreds of people stranded.
Aug 02, 2016, 18:44 PM IST
UK and China regulators discuss framework for financial projects
British and Chinese securities watchdogs are discussing an agreement that will pave the way for landmark financial services projects between the countries, sources said, easing fears that Britain could be a less attractive partner for such deals after last month`s vote to leave the European Union.
Jul 30, 2016, 10:08 AM IST
