On an epic trip, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken tried to reassure Asian leaders about American commitments. But China remains the enduring backyard behemoth.
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Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who once brought democratic hope to Bangladesh, turned increasingly autocratic and met her downfall in a crackdown on protesters.
Myanmar Rebels Gain Regional Military Base in Lashio, a Major Win
The seizure of the military’s northeastern command post gives the resistance control of a city and airport on a crucial trade corridor to China.
Takeaways From Our Investigation Into Banned A.I. Chips in China
The Times found an active trade in Nvidia chips in China despite U.S. national security restrictions, as well as unreported incidents of how the technology had been used to further defense research.
With Smugglers and Front Companies, China Is Skirting American A.I. Bans
The U.S. is trying to stop China from getting Nvidia microchips to advance its military. The private sector is fighting back.
Why Some Young People in China Pretend to Be Birds
Some people in China flap and squawk on social media as way of escaping hustle culture. We can explain.
More Ukrainians Appear Open to a Peace Deal
Most Ukrainians still oppose ceding any territory to Russia. But polls and recent remarks by the country’s leaders highlight a palpable shift in the conversation around peace talks.
Traveling to China? Here’s What to Know.
China has been rolling out new visa-free programs and promising to make travel easier for foreigners. But challenges remain.
Why Chinese Propaganda Loves Foreign Travel Influencers
Videos by influencers documenting their trips have been widely promoted on Chinese media — if they tell a certain story.
Antidoping Agency Acknowledges Concern Over Use of Tainted Food as Excuse
After a spate of positive tests for performance-enhancing drugs by athletes, the World Anti-Doping Agency is investigating why China and other countries are citing contaminated food as an explanation.