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Chinese Consul-General Pan Qingjiang welcomed Wits University students back from an enlightening tour of China,.
Xi Jinping expresses eagerness for strategic discussions with Vietnamese leaders during his visit to Hanoi.
There are no winners in a tariff war, the Chinese president has said.
Amidst the challenges posed by Trump's tariffs, Professor David Monyae suggests that South Africa should enhance its trade with China and explore new markets.
The Chinese Consulate General in Joburg has awarded nearly R500,000 in bursaries to empower tertiary students in Gauteng, marking a significant step in educational support and international cooperation.
Consul General Pan Qingjiang pledged to enhance cooperation between Chinese and South African women during a prestigious gala in Johannesburg, celebrating International Women’s Day and the strong bilateral ties between the nations.
Since taking office, US president Donald Trump has implemented policies that have been notably hostile towards China. They include trade restrictions. Most recently, a 20% tariff was added to all imports from China and new technological restrictions were imposed. But this might add fresh opportunities for Africa.
In a landmark move following Jack Ma's meeting with President Xi Jinping, Chinese tech giant Alibaba announces its largest-ever technology investment of R921 billion, focusing on artificial intelligence and cloud computing infrastructure. This strategic shift comes as Chinese tech stocks experience a remarkable revival, signalling a potential end to the sector's regulatory challenges.
Chinese President Xi Jinping reinforced the strategic partnership between Beijing and Moscow, describing the two nations as 'inseparable neighbours' united in mutual support.
Over the past year, the AU has united and led African countries in vigorously advancing integration, actively responding to regional and global challenges.
Xi Jinping highlights the critical role of the private sector in China's economic future, urging entrepreneurs to embrace opportunities and overcome challenges.
In a pointed response to Donald Trump's proposal for military spending cuts, Beijing challenges Washington to lead by example, citing America's position as the world's largest military spender.
Derrick Avenue in Cyrildene buzzed with excitement as the China Town Johannesburg Community celebrated the Lunar New Year, featuring prominent officials and vibrant festivities.
Global markets brace for impact as US-China trade tensions escalate, with Trump imposing fresh tariffs on Chinese goods while deliberately postponing talks with President Xi Jinping. Beijing's immediate retaliation with counter-tariffs on US energy and vehicles signals a deepening economic confrontation between the world's largest economies.
In a heartfelt message for the Lunar New Year, President Ramaphosa celebrates the Year of the Snake, highlighting the importance of Sino-South African relations during the festive celebrations.
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko secured an unprecedented seventh term with 86 percent of votes, prompting immediate congratulations from Russia's Putin and China's Xi Jinping. While Moscow hails the victory as 'undoubted' support from the people, Western leaders and exiled opposition condemn the election as a farce.
In a strategically significant diplomatic exchange, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin conducted high-level talks via video link from Beijing's Great Hall of the People, demonstrating their growing alliance amid Western concerns. This virtual summit, amidst global geopolitical tensions and the ongoing Ukraine conflict, underscores Beijing's delicate balance between claimed neutrality and its deepening partnership with Moscow.
Chinese Consul General in Durban Li Zhigong said the “friendly” relations between China and KZN, which continued to develop presently, and has yielded positive results in various sectors, including agriculture.
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African nations must seize the opportunity to strengthen China-Africa relations amidst global uncertainty, say the writers.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday sent his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, a letter of condolences over the tragic consequences of the earthquake in the Tibet Autonomous Region.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Botswanan President Duma Boko on Monday exchanged congratulations over the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic ties between the two countries.
As South Africa reaffirms its commitment to the One China policy, actions by individuals (politicians) that threaten China-South Africa relations ought to be reprimanded and regarded with caution.
A devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 53 people and collapsed "many buildings" on Tuesday, state media reported, with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal's capital Kathmandu and parts of India.
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a New Year message through China Media Group and the internet Tuesday evening in Beijing to ring in 2025.