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July 4, 2024 at 3:02 PM

Europe is slapping tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. Here's what to know.

The European Union is moving to sharply increase customs duties on electric vehicles made in China
July 4, 2024 at 3:02 PM
FILE - Jerry Gan, CEO of Geely Auto Group unveils the Galaxy Starship a new technology flagship AI-driven SUV prototype during Auto China 2024 in Beijing, Thursday, April 25, 2024. The European Union threatened on Wednesday, june 12, 2024, to hike tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, escalating a trade dispute over Beijing's subsidies for the exports that Brussels worries is hurting domestic automakers. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan, File)
June 27, 2024 at 10:17 AM

China calls on scientists of all nations to study lunar samples, except the US

China’s space officials said Thursday they welcomed scientists from across the world to apply to study the lunar rock samples the Chang’e 6 probe brought back to Earth in a historic mission, but noted there were limits to that cooperation, specifically...
June 27, 2024 at 10:17 AM
Bian Zhigang, Deputy Director of the China National Space Administration listens to a question from a foreign journalist during a press conference at the State Council Information Office in Beijing, Thursday, June 27, 2024. China's space officials said Thursday they welcomed scientists from across the world to apply to study the lunar rock samples the Chang'e 6 probe brought back to earth in a historic mission, but noted there were limits to that cooperation, specifically with the U.S. (AP Photo/Andy Wong)
June 25, 2024 at 4:59 PM

China’s lunar probe lands with 1st samples from far side of moon

The return vehicle touched down in China’s Siziwang Banner after a 53-day mission.
June 25, 2024 at 4:59 PM
The return vehicle touched down in China’s Siziwang Banner after a 53-day mission.
June 25, 2024 at 4:42 PM

China's lunar probe returns with 1st samples collected from far side of the moon

China's lunar probe Change'6 returned to Earth Wednesday with the first-ever samples of rock and soil collected from the far side of the moon.
June 25, 2024 at 4:42 PM
Officials prepare to recover the landing module of the Chang'e-6 moon probe after it landed in Inner Mongolia, in northern China on June 25, 2024.
June 24, 2024 at 3:26 PM

Leader of NATO member Poland visits China, talks to Xi about Ukraine, peace and trade

Polish President Andrzej Duda has met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping for talks on Ukraine, peace and bilateral trade on a visit to Beijing that brings the leader of a NATO member to a country that has backed Russia in its full-scale invasion of Ukraine
June 24, 2024 at 3:26 PM
Chinese President Xi Jinping, left and Poland's President Andrzej Duda review the honour guard during the welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, Monday, June 24, 2024.(Pedro Pardo/Pool Photo via AP)
June 24, 2024 at 12:54 PM

China, EU are open to talks on plans to hike tariffs on Chinese EVs

Officials say that China and the European Union are open to holding talks on the EU's recent decision to sharply raise tariffs on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles
June 24, 2024 at 12:54 PM
FILE - Leapmotor vehicles are parked outside a showroom in Hangzhou in eastern China's Zhejiang province on May 14, 2024. China and the European Union are open to holding talks on the EU’s recent decision to sharply raise tariffs on imports of Chinese-made electric vehicles, officials from both sides say. (AP Photo/Caroline Chen, File)
June 22, 2024 at 4:19 PM

India boosts defense ties with Bangladesh to become counterweight to China

India and Bangladesh on Saturday moved to bolster their defense relationship and signed agreements for expanding cooperation in maritime security, ocean economy, space, and telecommunication sectors, as New Delhi tries to present itself as a regional p...
June 22, 2024 at 4:19 PM
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, left, talks to her Indian counterpart Narendra Modi during a press statement after their delegation level meeting in New Delhi, India, Saturday, June 22, 2024. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup)
June 21, 2024 at 1:56 PM

Chinese coast guard collides with Philippine ship in disputed South China Sea

Chinese coast guard sailors were seen with long knives and machetes, swarming Philippine vessels on a resupply mission.
June 21, 2024 at 1:56 PM
VIDEO: Chinese coast guard collides with Philippine ship in disputed South China Sea
June 21, 2024 at 6:54 AM

Historic flooding in China's Guangdong kills nine, warnings issued for other areas

Nine people have died and six are missing after downpours in recent days caused historic flooding in rural parts of Guangdong province in southern China, after the province saw heavy rains that destroyed homes and roads
June 21, 2024 at 6:54 AM
In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, rescuers look under a vehicle in a flood-affected area in Sishui Township of Pingyuan County, Meizhou City, southern China's Guangdong Province, Thursday, June 20, 2024. Multiple people have died and several people were reported missing after downpours in recent days caused historic flooding in rural parts of Guangdong province in southern China, while authorities warned Friday of more flooding ahead in other parts of the country. (Lu Hanxin/Xinhua via AP)
June 21, 2024 at 1:36 AM

US renews warning after officials say Chinese forces seized 2 boats in Philippines

ABC News' Britt Clennett reports on the Philippines accusing China of piracy after China rammed a vessel from the Philippines that was on a re-supply mission in disputed waters.
June 21, 2024 at 1:36 AM
VIDEO: US renews warning after officials say Chinese forces seized 2 boats in Philippines
June 17, 2024 at 2:17 PM

Putin to visit Kim Jong Un in North Korea

Kim Jong Un “cordially” invited the Russian president after Kim visited Russia last September.
June 17, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Kim Jong Un “cordially” invited the Russian president after Kim visited Russia last September.
June 11, 2024 at 9:31 PM

4 Iowa college instructors stabbed while visiting China

A suspect has been arrested in the daytime attack against the visiting educators as they were sightseeing in a park on Sunday.
June 11, 2024 at 9:31 PM
VIDEO: 4 Iowa college instructors stabbed while visiting China
June 11, 2024 at 2:33 PM

4 US college professors stabbed in China

The Cornell College professors, taking part in an exchange program, were stabbed in broad daylight while walking in a park in the northeastern Chinese city of Jilin.
June 11, 2024 at 2:33 PM
VIDEO: 4 US college professors stabbed in China
June 11, 2024 at 1:54 PM

4 instructors from Iowa college stabbed in China in 'horrifying attack': Officials

The instructors, from Cornell College in Iowa, were visiting a partner institution in Jilin City, China.
June 11, 2024 at 1:54 PM
Tourists walk past a gateway with the name "Beishan" seen at the Beishan Park in northeastern China's Jilin province on Jan 23, 2020.
June 11, 2024 at 11:24 AM

4 instructors from Iowa college injured in China in 'horrifying attack': Governor

The instructors, from Cornell College in Iowa, were visiting a partner institution in Jilin City, China.
June 11, 2024 at 11:24 AM
The instructors, from Cornell College in Iowa, were visiting a partner institution in Jilin City, China.
1 month ago

Austin expresses concern over Cambodia's growing relationship with China

But both the U.S. and Cambodia see room for better ties.
1 month ago
In this photo released by Agence Kampuchea Press (AKP), U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, left, shakes hands with Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, June 4, 2024.
2 months ago

Biden announces new China tariffs on electric vehicles, solar, chips and more

Biden announced new tariffs on $18 billion worth of Chinese imports, including a sharp hike on electric vehicles, to help protect his administration's investments.
2 months ago
President Joe Biden announces increased tariffs to promote American investments and jobs in the Rose Garden of the White House on May 14, 2024 in Washington, DC.
2 months ago

Biden expected to quadruple tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles: Source

President Biden is expected to quadruple tariffs on electric vehicles from China in an announcement Tuesday, according to a source familiar with the decision.
2 months ago
PHOTO: President Joe Biden speaks during a visit to General Motors' Factory ZERO all-electric vehicle assembly plant in Detroit, Nov. 17, 2021.
2 months ago

China attempts to be the 1st country to return samples from the far side of the moon

On Friday, China will launch a mission in an attempt to be the first country to return rock and soil samples from the far side of the moon.
2 months ago
Photo taken at Beijing Aerospace Control Center BACC in Beijing on Dec. 3, 2020 shows the ascender of Chang'e-5 spacecraft flying above the lunar surface.
2 months ago

The US is in a Cold War with China over control of Taiwan, expert says

Dmitri Alperovitch says another Cold War has started between the U.S. and China over control of Taiwan.
2 months ago
VIDEO: President Biden and President Xi speak for the first time since 2023 summit
2 months ago

2 giant pandas from China to arrive at San Diego Zoo under conservation partnership

The China Wildlife and Conservation Association has transported pandas to U.S. facilities since 1972.
2 months ago
In this handout image from the Zooilogical Society of San Diego, A giant panda cub Mei Sheng celebrates his second birthday by diving right into his birthday cake on August 19, 2005 in San Diego, California.
2 months ago

Fraught US-China relations analyzed in 'World on the Brink'

ABC News' Linsey Davis speaks with national security expert and CrowdStrike co-founder Dmitri Alperovitch about his book, "World on the Brink," and rising tensions between the U.S., China and Taiwan.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Fraught US-China relations analyzed in 'World on the Brink'
2 months ago

Prosecutor builds case with testimony from longtime Trump Aid and NY banker

Also, new testimony in Donald Trump’s hush money trial and a look at President Joe Biden’s Howard Stern interview.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Blinken has high-stakes meeting with Chinese president
2 months ago

Blinken in China amid growing concerns over TikTok ban

Sec. Antony Blinken met with China’s President Xi Jinping concerning Russia, Taiwan, and global trade.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Blinken in China amid growing concerns over TikTok ban
2 months ago

Blinken meets with Xi Jinping in China

Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with China's leader for nearly an hour with both men working to make progress on a slew of issues, from China's support for Russia, to Taiwan and trade.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Blinken meets with Xi Jinping in China
2 months ago

Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with President Xi of China

Antony Blinken met with President Xi of China on Friday following a meeting with Foreign Minister Wang Yi, according to the U.S. State Department.
2 months ago
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with China's Minister of Public Security Wang Xiaohong at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, Friday, April 26, 2024, in Beijing, China. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, Pool)
2 months ago

23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for banned substance before Olympics: WADA

The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine months before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
2 months ago
The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine months before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
2 months ago

23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for banned substance before 2021 Olympics: WADA

The World Anti-Doping Agency confirmed that 23 Chinese swimmers tested positive for trimetazidine months before the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
2 months ago
In this Aug. 5, 2008, file photo, the Olympic flag and the Chinese national flag fly outside the National Stadium in Beijing.
3 months ago

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellin's trip to China goes viral

The U.S. treasury secretary sets social media ablaze once again with footage of her dining in Beijing. The panel discusses her trip to the Far East.
3 months ago
VIDEO: US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellin's trip to China goes viral
3 months ago

President Biden and President Xi speak for the first time since 2023 summit

The call will be followed by high-level engagements between the two countries, with Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen set to travel to China later this week.
3 months ago
VIDEO: President Biden and President Xi speak for the first time since 2023 summit
3 months ago

US sanctions China-based hackers for allegedly targeting critical infrastructure

The United States has sanctioned China-based hackers for allegedly targeting U.S. critical infrastructure, the Treasury Department announced Monday.
3 months ago
The Department of Justice seal is displayed on a podium in Washington, D.C., Dec. 20, 2018.
4 months ago

Lawmakers in Hong Kong pass strict new security law

The bill targets "potential sabotage and undercurrents that try to create troubles."
4 months ago
Hong Kong's Chief Executive John Lee, center, Secretary for Justice Paul Lam, left, and Secretary for Security Chris Tang, attend a press conference following the passing of the Basic Law Article 23 legislation at the Legislative Council in Hong Kong, March 19, 2024.
4 months ago

China’s coast guard caused collision at sea, Philippines says

The Philippines accused China's coast guard of carrying out "dangerous manoeuvres" that led to a collision between its coast guard ship and a Chinese vessel in the South China Sea.
4 months ago
VIDEO:  China’s coast guard caused collision at sea, Philippines says
5 months ago

Senate passes $95B in aid for Ukraine, Israel, but tough path ahead in House

The United States Senate has passed a $95 billion foreign aid bill for Israel, Taiwan and Ukraine, setting up a showdown in the House of Representatives.
5 months ago
Charles Schumer (D-NY) speaks on the National Security Supplemental Bill during a press conference at the U.S. Capitol on February 13, 2024 in Washington, DC. The bill, which received contentious debate and months of negotiations in the Senate, provides military aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan but is expected to be received with uncertainty in the House of Representatives.
5 months ago

Drones put on dazzling dragon show in skies over China

Drones formed giant dragons and a phoenix in the skies over China to welcome the Spring Festival.
5 months ago
VIDEO:  Drones put on dazzling dragon show in skies over China
5 months ago

Chinese hackers spent up to 5 years in US networks: Cyber officials

Hackers from China spent up to five years in U.S. networks as part of a cyber operation that targeted U.S. critical infrastructure, law enforcement agencies said.
5 months ago
In an undated stock photo, a computer hacker is seen typing on a laptop.
5 months ago

US intelligence officials issue new bulletin about Chinese hackers

A new bulletin warns that China has shifted from a “strategy” of using hacking to commit economic espionage to a strategy of using hacking to disrupt how Americans go about daily lives.
5 months ago
VIDEO: US intelligence officials issue new bulletin about Chinese hackers
5 months ago

China looks to ‘wreak havoc in US

Intelligence leaders are warning that the country's civilian infrastructure, including water and power systems, is vulnerable to hackers now working on behalf of the Chinese government.
5 months ago
VIDEO:  China looks to ‘wreak havoc in US
5 months ago

FBI director shares warning about Chinese hackers on US infrastructure

Director Christopher Wray said that hacking and economic espionage from China is the “defining threat of our generation.”
5 months ago
VIDEO: FBI director shares warning about Chinese hackers on US infrastructure
5 months ago

China’s hackers targeting ‘American infrastructure,’ FBI director says

FBI Director Christopher Wray testified before the House select committee on the Chinese Communist Party.
5 months ago
VIDEO: China’s hackers targeting ‘American infrastructure,’ FBI director says
5 months ago

DOJ disrupts Chinese hacker effort to use malware to hijack US-based routers

The 'Volt Typhoon" operation targeted U.S. infrastructure, the FBI director said
5 months ago
The seal of the Federal Bureau of Investigation is seen outside of its headquarters in Washington, DC, August 15, 2022.
5 months ago

China's hackers are preparing to 'cause real world harm' to Americans: FBI director

China's hackers are preparing to "wreak havoc" and "cause real world harm" to Americans, FBI Director Christopher Wray warned on Wednesday.
5 months ago
FBI Director Christopher Wray, speaks with reporters during a news conference at the Department of Justice, Dec. 6, 2023, in Washington, as Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri of the Criminal Division, left, and Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, look on.
6 months ago

Chinese drones 'pose a significant risk to critical infrastructure,' DHS and FBI warn

Chinese-manufactured drones "pose a significant risk to critical infrastructure and U.S. national security," DHS and FBI warn.
6 months ago
The exterior of the J. Edgar Hoover Building, headquarters of the FBI, is seen on Aug. 20, 2015 in Washington, DC.
6 months ago

Taiwan loses diplomatic ally, while unofficial US delegation offers support

One of Taiwan's few remaining diplomatic allies has cut ties with the self-governed island in favor of Beijing.
6 months ago
Confetti flies over the stage and crowd as Taiwan's Vice President and presidential-elect from the Democratic Progressive Party Lai Ching-te, center, and his running mate Hsiao Bi-khim speak to supporters at a rally at the party's headquarters on January 13, 2024 in Taipei, Taiwan.
6 months ago

Victory for ruling-party candidate in Taiwan’s presidential election

William Lai Ching-te, despised by China for his pro-independence stance, was voted in as Taiwan's new president as China angrily threatened to take the self-governed island by force.
6 months ago
VIDEO: Victory for ruling-party candidate in Taiwan’s presidential election
6 months ago

Xi told Biden at summit that China plans to reunify with Taiwan

China's President Xi Jinping told President Joe Biden at their recent summit of China's intention to unify with Taiwan.
6 months ago
U.S. President Joe Biden greets Chinese President Xi Jinping before a meeting during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Leaders' week. Nov. 15, 2023, in Woodside, Calif.
6 months ago

President Xi says China plans to try to reunify with Taiwan: Sources

Xi told President Biden this at a recent summit, according to ABC News sources.
6 months ago
VIDEO: President Xi says China plans to try to reunify with Taiwan: Sources
7 months ago

Rescuers search rubble after deadly China earthquake

Rescue workers comb through collapsed buildings trying to find people trapped, after China's deadliest earthquake in 10 years killed at least 118 people.
7 months ago
VIDEO:  Rescuers search rubble after deadly China earthquake
7 months ago

Nikki Haley highlights differences with Trump on China, fentanyl, national debt

Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley sought to draw a distinction between her and Republican frontrunner Donald Trump on Thursday in an interview with ABC News.
7 months ago
ABC Chief Washington Correspondent and ABC "This Week" co-anchor Jonathan Karl interviews 2024 Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley and New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu, who has endorsed Haley, on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023.
7 months ago

WHO monitoring respiratory illness in China

ABC News contributor Dr. Alok Patel talks about a respiratory illness spiking in China and the World Health Organization’s efforts to monitor the spread.
7 months ago
VIDEO: WHO monitoring respiratory illness in China