Move ‘another demonstration of US pursuing unilateralism and breaking contracts’

Historic move will allow authorities to crack down on subversive and secessionist activity

Risks of viruses crossing species barrier into humans in densely populated regions highlighted

Washington plans to target Chinese officials undermining Asian financial hub autonomy

Delhi says Chinese dammed a river and lay in wait for clash in which 20 Indians died

First loss of life in area for decades as ‘violent face-off’ between troops elevates dispute

Move paves way for anti-sedition laws which rights advocates say will threaten city’s freedoms

Commissioner in territory says contentious new security law aimed at ‘troublemakers’

Outrage among pro-democracy legislators at security law put forward at National People’s Congress

Call for federal pension fund to stop investing in Chinese stocks escalates tensions with Beijing

Total confirmed cases globally reaches 2.1 million, says Johns Hopkins University

Revision after scepticism of official figures and claims in US virus may be sourced to lab

World Health Organisation head says it regrets decision and is reviewing impact on finances

Widespread reports that African nationals in Guangzhou are being targeted as potential ‘carriers’

Move is likely to be part of attempt to control the narrative surrounding the pandemic

Maelstrom of the abnormal is perfect environment for those who deal in disinformation

China now has almost 81,000 confirmed cases but 64,000 patients have recovered