China and Germany sought on Monday to downplay suggestions of rising tension between the world's second and third largest economies, after German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul postponed his first trip to Beijing.

The National Meteorological Center also renewed a yellow fog warning at 6 am, indicating that foggy conditions would affect not only Beijing but also many other parts of the country from morning to noon. In some areas, including southern Beijing, visibility could be as low as 200 meters.

The city that has reinvented itself across dynasties has no shortage of new must-see attractions in 2026. Here’s how to see the best of Beijing, from the Forbidden City to its hidden courtyards and alleyways.

China called U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariffs on Chinese goods hypocritical on Sunday and defended its curbs on exports of rare earth elements and equipment, but stopped short of imposing new levies on U.

The White House is considering banning exports to China of all items that were made with or contain U.S.-made software in response to China’s announcement of rare earth export controls. According to Reuters,

The Trump Administration ramped up its pressure on Chinese tech firms on Monday by expanding restrictions imposed on certain companies to also cover their subsidiaries, a move that’s drawn the ire of Beijing as the two powers remain locked in a technology race.

German sports car maker Porsche inaugurated Beijing's first "Destination Porsche" retail center on Tuesday, marking a strategic move to enhance its brand presence and operational efficiency in China's capital.

Li Hongzhong, vice chairman of the National People's Congress (NPC) Standing Committee, chairs and oversees an oath-taking ceremony held by the 14th NPC Standing Committee to pledge allegiance to the Constitution at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 28, 2025. (Xinhua/Gao Jie)

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With 101 days to go before the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Italy, Austrian athletes on Tuesday unveiled their Games outfits as the winter sports powerhouse looks to match the medal haul from four years ago in Beijing.

A dog participates in a contest during a police dog skills competition in Beijing, capital of China, Oct. 24, 2025. The police dog skills competition of Beijing Municipal Public Security Bureau was held in Beijing from Oct. 24 to 27, with a total of 125 contestants and 108 police dogs from 19 teams attending the event. (Photo: Xinhua)