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China will remain a reliable friend of Africa-Xi

China will remain a reliable friend of Africa-Xi

New estimates suggest Africa will surpass the EU and US as China's largest trading partners.

Oil loaded Russian tanker stranded in Sea of Japan

The tanker carrying 782 tonnes of oil suffered a failure of its main engine.

“Currency wars contradict principles of G20”

“Currency wars contradict principles of G20”

The Russian finance minister warns against a monetary policy that encourages weakening the national currency.

India eyes top spot in diamond trading hub

India eyes top spot in diamond trading hub

India is the largest diamond cutting and polishing centre in the world.

Spring Festival tourism brings in $617mn

Spring Festival tourism brings in $617mn

Beijing was host to 8.68 million tourists during the festivities this February.

China & AU to enhance cooperation

China & AU to enhance cooperation

China and the African Union exchanged views on the situation in Africa and other issues of common concern.

Brazil Group in $23bn Heinz buyout

Brazil Group in $23bn Heinz buyout

Warren Buffet and 3G Capital have agreed to buy the famous ketchup manufacturer.

France asks India to “convince” Iran

France asks India to “convince” Iran

France is a key player in the P5+1 talks with Iran on its contentious nuclear programme.

India shelters Maldives’ former president

Officials at India's High Commission are not hopeful of an early solution.

Meteor shower in Russia injures over 950

Meteor shower in Russia injures over 950

At least six cities have been hit by falling pieces of the meteorite.