Bang Xiao
ABC.net.au
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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Xi Jinping's new, 37-member cabinet has been stacked with loyalists. Here's why that's a problem
As China faces difficult economic times, there are concerns that the new premier and cabinet have been chosen more for their loyalty to President Xi Jinping than for their ability to confront the challenges ahead, writes Bang Xiao. → Read More
Australians describe devastating aftermath of deadly Türkiye, Syria earthquake
Ahmet Kurtul says his family had to rush into the street when the first earthquake hit on Monday and was evacuated to a nearby military base, as Australians in the country come to terms with the scale of the disaster. → Read More
China's Sichuan drops strict limits on children, lets unmarried people register as parents
Before this month, only married women were allowed to register births in the Chinese province of Sichuan, but in an attempt to reverse an ageing and declining population local authorities are extending benefits reserved for married couples to anyone who wants to become a parent. → Read More
'No conflicting interests'
Fifty years ago today, Australia established diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China. Here's a look back at the key moments that landed us where we are today. → Read More
Protesters in China use tricks to evade censors as discontent over COVID-19 policies grows
If you're not aware of what is happening in China right now, you might quickly dismiss photos of people holding blank pieces of paper. But the absence of words speaks volumes. → Read More
Chinese diplomat in spotlight after violence in Manchester was involved in previous brawl with Taiwanese officials
Gao Lianjia — who was part of a scuffle at the Chinese consulate in Manchester last month — was also involved in an alleged assault involving Taiwanese officials at a hotel in Fiji in October 2020. → Read More
Chinese language teachers underpayment allegations expose 'grey area' in Victorian education system
A group of Chinese language teachers allege they are owed unpaid wages and entitlements for work over decades due to a "grey area" of Victoria's education system. → Read More
Chinese former leader Hu Jintao's removal was in full view of the foreign press, but heavily censored in China
Chinese state-owned media chalked up the incident to health issues, but little information seeped through to the Chinese-speaking public thanks to Beijing's censorship. → Read More
Will Xi Jinping's third term change dynamics between Australia and China?
Chinese President Xi Jinping has visited Australia more than any of his predecessors — his dad even made a trip here in the 1970s. So what will a third term mean for the bilateral relationship? → Read More
China's President Xi Jinping has built a cult of personality, but some are losing the faith
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to be granted a third term in the coming days, but he'll have to deal with an issue of trust that cuts both ways — his regime doesn't trust the people, and the people are losing their faith in him. → Read More
China establishing overseas police presence in Australia and around the world
Beijing has set up dozens of overseas police stations and "contact points" which it says are to help hold Chinese citizens living abroad accountable for crimes. → Read More
The subtle — and not so subtle — signs Beijing is serious about repairing the relationship with Canberra
China's top diplomats are sending subtle positive messages to Australia, but any optimism about repairing the relationship must be tempered, writes Bang Xiao. → Read More
Penny Wong likely to meet Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New York this week
The ABC has been told officials are trying to organise a meeting between on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York this week. → Read More
How should Australia engage with technology from authoritarian countries like China?
The federal government is considering what to do about Chinese social media platforms like TikTok and WeChat, amid concerns about personal data. But is a complete ban really the best option, asks Bang Xiao. → Read More
Chinese man's family in Australia says quest for justice led to him being jailed
Shi Boyu, an Australian permanent resident living in Victoria, believes his father has been charged with bribery in retribution for accusing Chinese authorities of corruption. → Read More
Why is Taiwan so important to Chinese President Xi Jinping?
Only taking Taiwan will cement Xi's place as a remarkable person in China's history, while failure to do so could make him vulnerable to retaliation from his inner-party rivals, writes Bang Xiao. → Read More
China's ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian warns Beijing will use any means necessary for Taiwan 'reunification'
The Chinese ambassador to Australia uses a National Press Club address to stand firm on Taiwan, saying there's no room for compromise, but was hopeful about mending ties with Canberra. → Read More
Why Xi Jinping's China is unlikely to invade Taiwan — for now
China's economic and social problems have been growing in recent months, and Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan gave Beijing an opportunity to divert the public's attention, writes Bang Xiao. → Read More
Taiwan billboards hacked with anti-Nancy Pelosi messages during historic visit
Electronic billboards and screens in convenience stores around Taiwan are hacked to display anti-Nancy Pelosi statements in response to the US House Speaker's visit. → Read More
Taiwanese people take Beijing's fury over Nancy Pelosi's visit in their stride
While the world holds its breath to see how China responds to Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, residents on the island are used to China's sabre-rattling and are largely relaxed. → Read More