Carney hails new strategic partnership with China in Beijing
Canadian PM Mark Carney met President Xi Jinping in Beijing to forge a new strategic partnership, aiming to diversify trade away from Trump's America. Read the full analysis.
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UK's China Dilemma: £100bn Trade vs Security Threat
As the UK considers a vast new Chinese embassy near sensitive cables, MPs warn of epic-scale espionage. Can we balance £100bn trade with national security?
China's $1.189tn trade surplus hits record high
China reports a record trillion-dollar trade surplus for 2025, fuelled by strong exports despite Trump tariffs. Explore the data and global economic implications.
China's London super-embassy set for approval
A vast new Chinese embassy in London is expected to get the green light next week, despite security and diplomatic concerns raised by Labour MPs. Read the full story.
Trump's Iran tariffs risk China trade war truce
Donald Trump's threat of 25% tariffs on nations trading with Iran could provoke severe retaliation from China, jeopardising a hard-won trade truce. Analysis suggests Beijing will push hard for an exemption.
Trump Tariffs Challenged by 12 US States and Small Businesses
Donald Trump warns of a 'complete mess' if the Supreme Court strikes down his global tariffs, as he threatens a 25% levy on nations trading with Iran. Read the latest legal and trade implications.
China urges EU to deny visas to Taiwanese politicians
Exclusive: Beijing issues diplomatic warnings to European nations, arguing their own border laws require them to block Taiwanese figures from entry. Analysts see a strategy to isolate Taiwan.
Protests on the Rise in China, Sky News Team Detained
Sky News analysis explores the increase in protests across China and potential links to global events. Listen to the full Sky News Daily podcast for expert insight.
Starmer's China Trip: UK to Approve Royal Mint Court Embassy
Keir Starmer prepares for a pivotal China visit, with the UK expected to approve Beijing's new 'super embassy'. Analysis reveals Labour's conciliatory economic-focused approach.
Canada's PM Carney visits Beijing to stabilise China ties
Prime Minister Mark Carney heads to Beijing for a pivotal state visit, aiming to stabilise Canada's fraught relationship with China and diversify trade away from the US. Analysis inside.
Sky News team detained filming China factory protest
Sky News journalists were forced into cars and had a camera seized while covering a strike in Shenzhen. Exclusive data reveals a 48% surge in protests across China, driven by economic grievances.
EU Backs Mercosur Deal, Farmers Protest in Warsaw and Paris
EU member states approve historic Mercosur trade deal with Latin America, ending 25 years of talks. The agreement triggers immediate protests from farmers across Europe over fears for local agriculture.
French Farmers Protest EU-Mercosur Deal in Paris
Thousands of French farmers converged on Paris to protest the EU-Mercosur trade agreement, citing threats to their livelihoods and unfair competition. See the full report.
Trae Young traded to Washington Wizards in major NBA move
Atlanta Hawks trade franchise star Trae Young to the Washington Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, reshaping both teams' futures. Full details inside.
Business leaders doubt Starmer's China trip without embassy approval
Sky News learns PM Keir Starmer is courting bosses for a Beijing visit, but executives warn the trip may not happen unless China's controversial new London embassy is approved first. Read the latest.
China imposes 55% tariff on Australian beef imports
China has announced a 55% tariff on Australian beef imports exceeding quotas, a move that has angered producers and threatens a major trade relationship. Explore the details and implications.
Trump Reacts to China's Military Drills Near Taiwan
Former US President Donald Trump says he is 'not worried' about China's live-fire military exercises near Taiwan, raising questions about future US policy in the region. Read the full analysis.
King Charles and Prince William to visit US for trade deal
King Charles III and Prince William are set for a major US visit in 2026 to revitalise post-Brexit trade talks. Discover the strategic goals and diplomatic significance of this royal mission.
China Sanctions US Firms Over Taiwan Arms Sale
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence companies after Washington approves its largest-ever weapons package for Taiwan, escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Brexit trade deal failing UK firms, BCC warns Labour
The British Chambers of Commerce urges Keir Starmer to reset EU ties as a 'strategic necessity', revealing over half of exporters struggle with the current Brexit agreement. Read the full report.
Miners win £100-a-week pension boost after govt U-turn
Former mineworkers celebrate a 'historic' 41% pension uplift after the government returns a £2.3bn reserve. Thousands to receive backdated lump sums, ending a long-standing injustice.
China imposes tariffs up to 42.7% on EU dairy imports
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
Jimmy Lai Conviction a Bear Trap for Starmer's China Visit
The politically motivated conviction of British citizen Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong creates a perilous backdrop for PM Keir Starmer's planned trade mission to Beijing. Can the UK balance economic needs with security and democratic values?
China Taxes Condoms Amid Declining Birth Rate
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
China Taxes Condoms in Bid to Reverse Falling Birth Rate
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
New UK-South Korea trade deal to bring extra £400m
The UK and South Korea have signed an upgraded trade agreement, set to inject an extra £400m annually into the British economy. The deal focuses on cars, Scottish salmon, and Guinness. Read the full details.
Japan Claims China Locked Radar on Fighter Jets
Japan alleges Chinese warships directed fire-control radar at its fighter jets near disputed islands, escalating tensions. Read the full details of the confrontation.
Tom Harwood: The Simple Way to 'Abolish' the OBR
GB News's Tom Harwood argues the Office for Budget Responsibility's power stems from government borrowing. The solution? Run a surplus and render the fiscal watchdog irrelevant.
Report finds systemic failures in collapsed China spy case
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
MPs: 'Systematic failures' led to China spy case collapse
A parliamentary inquiry warns 'serious systemic failures' caused the China spy case to collapse, with risks it could happen again. Read the key findings and recommendations.
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