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Xi Jinping has been president of China since 2013, and has served as the general secretary of the Chinese Communist Party since 2012

A gas injection site of Xiangguosi underground storage run by PetroChina in Chongqing, China. The country's biggest energy firm was hit by impairments. Chen Aizhu/Reuters

PetroChina profit almost triples to Dh13bn

BusinessMarch 22, 2018

President Donald Trump is set to announce about $50bn of tariffs against China over intellectual-property violations on Thursday. Evan Vucci / AP Photo

Trump may impose $50bn in China tariffs over intellectual-property violations

EconomyMarch 22, 2018

China's Premier Li Keqiang at the enbd of the First Session of the 13th National People's Congress in Beijing. Mr Li said China will allow foreign firms to set up without having to transfer tech know-how. Lintao Zhang/Getty

China eases foreign investment rules with US set to impose tariffs

BusinessMarch 20, 2018

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has sent a close ally to the US to push for relief over steel and aluminium levies. Michael Sohn/AP

Germany's Merkel increases pressure for US to ease tariffs

BusinessMarch 19, 2018

China's parliament unanimously reelected Xi Jinping for a second presidential term on March 17, and voted Wang Qishan as his deputy, giving him a strong ally to consolidate power and handle US trade threats. AFP

Fervour for Xi Jinping across Chinese media

AsiaMarch 18, 2018

Hong Kong's richest man Li Ka-shing (R), 89, and his son Victor. Stepping down from power as Victor takes over marks the end of an era for one of the world's most storied tycoons. Anthony Wallace/AFP

Veteran symbol of Hong Kong business prowess hands power to son

BusinessMarch 18, 2018

China's parliament has voted to abolish presidential term limits, clearing the path for President Xi Jinping to rule indefinitely. Etienne Oliveau / Getty

Few surprises as China allows indefinite Xi rule

EditorialMarch 11, 2018

Delegates leave following a vote to repeal presidential term limits at a session at the first session of the 13th National People's Congress (NPC) at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Giulia Marchi / Bloomberg

China makes historic move to allow President Xi to rule indefinitely

AsiaMarch 11, 2018

Two of China's biggest metal trade associations urged the Chinese government to take "resolute measures" against US imports in escalating trade battle. Evan Vucci / AP Photo

China metal producers urge Beijing to retaliate on US tariffs

BusinessMarch 09, 2018

The Syrian conflict, which has killed hundreds of thousands of people and displaced millions, will soon enter its eighth year. Local Council of Atareb City / AP

A fresh chemical attack is a grim reminder in Syria

FeedbackMarch 07, 2018

A Walmart sign at one of its stores. Alan Diaz/AP

Trump considers clamping down Chinese investments in the US

BusinessMarch 07, 2018

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives for the opening session of the annual National People's Congress in Beijing's Great Hall of the People on March 5, 2018. Ng Han Guan / AP Photo

Chinese legislators cheer unlimited rule for Xi Jinping

AsiaMarch 05, 2018

Chinese President Xi Jinping (L) and Premier Li Keqiang arrive for the opening session of the National People's Congress in Beijing.Greg Baker / AFP

China keeps growth target at 6.5%, stays focused on financial risks

EconomyMarch 05, 2018

Xi's the one: China president wants to extend his term as leader in a historic power grab. (AP Photo/Ng Han Guan)

Chinese legislators to decide on Xi Jinping's indefinite rule

AsiaMarch 04, 2018

US President Donald Trump waves upon his arrival in West Palm Beach, Florida on March 2, 2018. Kevin Lamarque / Reuters

Trump's metal tariffs plan sparks backlash at home and abroad

The AmericasMarch 03, 2018

China is building up its navy in the Pacific to challenge the United States. AP

China ready to build larger aircraft carriers

AsiaMarch 02, 2018

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