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China's Xi to visit North Korea next week for 1st time in 7 years

BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea next week at the invitation of leader Kim Jong Un, the two countries' state media said Friday, in what would be his first trip to the country since June 2019.

Bangkok Post

Global Market: Hong Kong financial stocks tumble as China tightens capital outflow controls

Hong Kong financial shares fell Friday. Beijing's new capital controls are causing concern. Global banks with mainland China business face tighter rules. Offshore account openings and fund flows are under stricter scrutiny. This impacts wealth management and cross-border banking services. Investors are watching the effects on business growth and earnings.

The Economic Times

Xi Jinping set for North Korea trip on Monday in first visit to Pyongyang in seven years

The trip comes just weeks after Xi separately hosted US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing.

Euronews

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Putin's word of caution on India-China ties; rejects notion that Pakistan is under Beijing's control

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated Moscow will not interfere in India-China relations, expressing confidence in Prime Minister Modi and President Xi resolving border disputes. Putin emphasized Russia's strong ties with both nations, asserting that its relationships do not negatively impact each other. He also highlighted potential defense cooperation with India.

The Times of India

Rubio Marks Tiananmen at 37: 'No Amount of Censorship Can Erase the Past'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio marked Tiananmen's 37th anniversary, vowing censorship can't erase 1989 — and Beijing pushed back. A look at what June 4 still means.

Latin Times

Chinese leader Xi Jinping will travel to North Korea next week in first visit since 2019

Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit North Korea next week. This marks his first trip in almost seven years. The visit follows North Korea's recent reveal of a new facility for producing nuclear bomb ingredients. This development signals North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's intent to solidify his…

The Economic Times

Beijing slams US comments on Tiananmen Square crackdown as 'smear' of China

On 4 June 1989, the Chinese government sent troops and tanks to crush protests calling for political reform in and around the central square in the capital Beijing.

Euronews

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China Slaps Travel Ban on New Zealand Lawmakers for Visiting Taiwan

China has banned four New Zealand MPs from entering its territory for a year following their visit to Taiwan, escalating diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Wellington.

International Business Times UK

'A Heartless Act': China Blocks Families of Tiananmen Victims From Visiting Graves on 37th Anniversary

Chinese authorities have barred Tiananmen Mothers from visiting graves on the 37th anniversary of the 1989 crackdown, tightening restrictions on public remembrance.

International Business Times UK

China, US clash over anniversary of Tiananmen crackdown

Beijing has condemned as "smears" US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's comments on the Tiananmen Square clampdown, as people outside China mark the anniversary.

AAP

China’s Tiananmen crackdown: A timeline of 1989 events

Thirty-seven years ago, China's military violently ended pro-democracy protests in Beijing's Tiananmen Square. The government has never released a full death toll, with estimates ranging into the thousands. This event, marked by student-led demonstrations and a government crackdown, remains a sensitive topic in China. Landmark dates leading up to the…

The Economic Times

Hong Kong police stop artist from marking Tiananmen crackdown anniversary

Performance artist was trying to attach 6.4m long thread, apparent reference to June 4 crackdown date, to street signpost when police showed up

The Independent UK

Hong Kong artist who tried to mark Tiananmen massacre intercepted by police

Public acts to commemorate the 1989 killings have become increasingly sensitive in Hong Kong

The Guardian - UK

‘Every year I get new pictures’: the fight to preserve the memory of Tiananmen

Amid growing censorship at home under the rule of Xi Jinping, efforts to document the massacre of 4 June, 1989, are intensifying abroad

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The Independent UK

Yvette Cooper says she raised Jimmy Lai case during China trip

Foreign secretary says ‘really important’ working relationship established between UK and China after years of frosty relations

Evening Standard

Yvette Cooper vows to continue raising Jimmy Lai case with Chinese government

The Foreign Secretary was asked by reporters about the pro-democracy campaigner’s detention during her two-day trip to China.

Euronews

EU trade chief to meet China envoy amid heated trade tensions

Brussels is moving to crack down on Chinese overcapacity flooding the EU market, despite Beijing’s retaliation threats.

The Independent UK

A Hong Kong artist tries to mark the Tiananmen crackdown. He was quickly stopped by police

A performance artist in Hong Kong has tried to display a red thread to remember the victims of the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown

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Euronews

China is a ‘very big problem’ for EU sanctions against Russia, O’Sullivan tells Euronews

Exclusive: As the bloc readies its 21st sanction package against Russia for the country’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine, the EU Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan revealed to Euronews that Beijing remains a “very big problem” for the efficacy of measures.

AAP

CKGSB Opens Applications for Asia Start Program in November 2026 after a Successful May Edition

BEIJING, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) successfully completes its May edition of the Asia Start Program. The May cohort brought together a diverse group of 25 senior executives from 19 countries across Europe, Australia, Asia, and the Americas, representing industries ranging from technology…

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Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business Opens First Permanent Beijing Campus

BEIJING, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business (CKGSB) today announced the opening of its first permanent campus in Beijing, marking a major milestone in the school's 23-year journey of developing leaders capable of shaping the future in an increasingly complex and uncertain world. Located in…

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The Peninsula Hotels Celebrates Five of its Hotels Receiving Condé Nast Traveler's Inaugural Triple Crown Award

HONG KONG, June 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Highlighting the brand's enduring legacy, The Peninsula Hotels is proud to announce that The Peninsula Bangkok, The Peninsula Beijing, The Peninsula Shanghai, The Peninsula Tokyo, and The Peninsula Chicago have been named to the inaugural Condé Nast Traveler Triple Crown collection.

The Times of India

Bangladesh considers Malaysia, not China, for PM’s 1st overseas visit

In a bid to avoid sending a geopolitical signal favouring either Beijing or New Delhi, Dhaka could drop China for Malaysia as the destination for PM Tarique Rahman ’s first overseas visit after assuming office, said sources in Bangladesh’s foreign ministry.

Evening Standard

Cooper accuses Tories of China ‘withdrawal’ and rejects Blair criticism

The Foreign Secretary accused opponents of ‘cancel culture’ foreign policy as she defended the Labour Government’s warming relations with Beijing.

International Business Times UK

Johns Hopkins Gamer Built A $1 Billion AI Startup At 29 — Reached 20 Million Users In Just 3 Years

Vast, a Beijing startup, surpasses $1 billion valuation with $200M funding for Tripo AI, transforming text into 3D models. Discover its global impact and plans for an 'interactive TikTok' in gaming.

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