Zhao Ziwen

Compliance questions remain and Beijing’s approval for the spin-off is not guaranteed, observers say.

Formal designation in new executive order ‘not necessarily bad’ for Beijing amid cooperation with Washington on drug issues, analysts say.

All cancelled flights are operated by Chinese carriers and involve most of the country’s major airlines.

Opposition-controlled legislature will hold a series of hearings before a formal vote in May.

Analysts say Riyadh’s investment target of nearly US$1 trillion may not be feasible – and it’s more about optics than a binding commitment.

He also praises Chinese innovation, noting advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), chip development, aerospace and military technology.

Chinese military could learn from rival’s strengths in search and rescue response, but also its weaknesses in maintenance and training.

The volatile situation in the Middle East and the greater role played by China in the region may give the US pause for thought.

Beijing may seize on growing distrust of Washington and pitch itself to Global South as the more stable power, observers say.

The Canadian prime minister will have the economy and the US on his mind when he lands in Beijing next week.