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Thursday briefing: What we learned from the foreign secretary’s trip to China

In today’s newsletter: The UK foreign secretary met senior Chinese officials for talks in Beijing – was there anything to gain?

The Guardian - UK · Aug 31, 2023

James Cleverly’s China visit is ‘latest stage of project Kowtow’, says Iain Duncan Smith

The former Tory leader said the foreign secretary’s meetings with Chinese officials were ‘pointless

The Independent UK · Aug 30, 2023

Western politicians face tough balancing act on visits to Beijing

UK’s James Cleverly is latest to travel to Beijing hoping to improve ties and change Chinese foreign policy

The Guardian - UK · Aug 30, 2023

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Isolating China would be a mistake, says UK foreign secretary

On trip to Beijing, James Cleverly says Britain is ‘clear-eyed’ about its disagreements with world’s second largest economy

The Guardian - UK · Aug 30, 2023

Key questions around James Cleverly’s visit to China

The last UK foreign secretary to visit China was Jeremy Hunt in 2018.

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2023

Top US and Chinese commerce officials agree to discuss trade conditions

Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said she and her Chinese counterpart agreed Monday to exchange information on U.S. export controls that frustrate Beijing and set up a group to discuss other commercial issues, but neither side appeared ready to make concessions on disputes that have plunged relations to their lowest level…

France 24 · Aug 28, 2023

Top US and Chinese commerce officials express support for better trade conditions

U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and her Chinese counterpart have expressed support for improving trade conditions as Raimondo begins a visit to Beijing as part of U.S. efforts to improve chilly relations

The Independent UK · Aug 28, 2023

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China-brokered Saudi-Iran deal driving ‘wave of reconciliation’, says Wang

Beijing’s top diplomat lauds improving ties between Iran and Saudi Arabia, calls for full resumption of nuclear deal.

Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2023

China's foreign minister visits Cambodia days after incumbent premier hands off the job to his son

China’s foreign minister visited Cambodia to reaffirm his country’s commitment to the southeast Asian country after its incumbent prime minister handed off the job to his son following a one-sided election last month

The Independent UK · Aug 13, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims to have foiled Russian hacking of armed forces combat system – as it happened

Ukrainian special service says it has ‘blocked the illegal actions of Russian hackers who tried to penetrate military networks’

The Guardian - AU · Aug 8, 2023

Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 531 of the invasion

At least seven killed in double strike on residential area of Pokrovsk; Russia claims to have shot down Ukrainian drones over Belgorod

The Guardian - AU · Aug 7, 2023

US formally invites China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Washington

Washington says invite extended to Wang’s predecessor in June was officially transferred to Beijing’s new top diplomat.

Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2023

China: Qin Gang mystery intensifies as articles wiped from ministry site reappear

References to missing former foreign minister’s final activities were reinstated on government website after being erased

The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2023

China criticises ‘malicious hype’ over Qin Gang disappearance

Foreign ministry spokesperson comments on speculation a day after refusing to answer questions about ex-minister

The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2023

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Al Jazeera · Jul 26, 2023

What will Qin Gang’s replacement mean for China-US relations?

Ousting of Qin Gang could shift US-China dynamics but is unlikely to change the overall trend towards warming ties.

The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2023

China signals ‘business as usual’ in foreign policy with return of Wang Yi

Mystery surrounds removal of Qin Gang as foreign minister, but one thing is clear: Xi Jinping retains tight control

The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023

China's sharp-tongued foreign minister is ousted, but his combative style is expected to continue

China’s sharp-tongued foreign minister, Qin Gang, was something of an avatar for nationalist Communist Party leader and President Xi Jinping, warning of “conflict and confrontation” with the U_S_, the stakes of which could be the “future of humanity.”

The Guardian - AU · Jul 26, 2023

Rumours swirl over dramatic fall of Xi loyalist Qin Gang

Sacked foreign minister’s rise was linked to his ties to president; his disappearance and dismissal have caused a scandal

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Caixin Global · Jul 26, 2023

Shanghai Composite Index Fell 0.26% on Wednesday

Shenzhen Component Index closed down 0.47%

Al Jazeera · Jul 25, 2023

Wang Yi replaces Qin Gang as Chinese FM: What to know

Removal of Xi’s trusted adviser seen as ‘huge embarrassment’ as predecessor Wang Yi is reappointed to post he once held.

Evening Standard · Jul 25, 2023

China removes foreign minister Qin Gang after mysterious absence

Mr Qin has not been seen publicly since 25 June when he met with officials from Sri Lanka, Russia and Vietnam

WEKU · Jul 25, 2023

China has replaced its foreign minister, absent from public for a month

China is removing its foreign minister, Qin Gang, and reappointing his predecessor, veteran diplomat Wang Yi, to fill the position.

France 24 · Jul 25, 2023

China replaces foreign minister with predecessor amid speculation over weeks-long absence

China on Tuesday removed outspoken Foreign Minister Qin Gang from office and replaced him with his predecessor, Wang Yi, in a move that has already fueled rumors over the personal lives and political rivalries of China's Communist Party elite.

Caixin Global · Jul 25, 2023

Wang Yi Replaces Qin Gang as Foreign Minister

Qin Gang, who was last seen in public on June 25, has been replaced by his immediate predecessor Wang Yi, the party’s top diplomat

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2023

Still no sign of Qin Gang as China says foreign minister has been replaced

Beijing announces former US ambassador has been removed from office after speculation about his whereabouts

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