China

Most Asian markets decline as US employment data failed to meet investor expectations.

China has announced plans to allow tourist cruises to disputed islands in the South China Sea, which are also claimed by Vietnam.

Talks between Iran and P5+1 members continue to provide no concrete platform fo future action

Formula 1 chief Bernie Ecclestone confirms 2013 Bahrain Grand Prix will proceed as scheduled

Asian stocks outside Japan retreat on weak economic data, Korean tensions and China bird flu fears.

Martin van Roekel outlines handy tips on breaking into the world's most attractive investment destination.

Kamala Harris referred to 'best-looking attorney general in the country' by US president.

Latest AnTuTu benchmark shows Samsung Galaxy S4 outperformed by Lenovo IdeaPhone K900.

Chinese authorities begin slaughtering poultry at a Shanghai market.

Markets remain muted as investors await nonfarm payrolls data for further indications on US economic health.

Vodafone forms consortium with China Mobile to bid for mobile licenses in Burma.

The Nikkei tops 13,000 mark for first time since 2008 on BoJ's aggressive monetary policy decisions.

Man and woman believed to be latest victims of new strain of avian influenza.

Presidential campaign treasurer Jean-Jacques Augier named in ICIJ exposé of hidden accounts.

Qingming festival celebrated across China as people visit graves of their ancestors.

Asian markets weak after disappointing US economic data as investors await BoJ policy meet to conclude.

Prominent Tibetan activist released after 17 years in prison still has no rights and freedom, best friend tells IBTimes UK

Anonymous claims to have breached North Korea's cyber defences and is seeking Kim Jong-un's resignation.

An institute in Chengdu runs a tutorial on finance for children of millionaires aged from 7 to 11.

Jose Mourinho's return to Chelsea would the 'best solution' for the club according to Didier Drogba

Didier Drogba has revealed he could return to Chelsea in the future

European markets trade lower as Italian political impasse continues and Verizon denies Vodafone take over speculation.

Zeng Jia, 22, held her own funeral to 'appreciate' life and the time and effort put by the people close to the deceased

Activity in the Chinese non-manufacturing sector rises in line with the ongoing economic rebound.

Most Asian markets edge higher as investors await Bank of Japan's policy meet amid monetary easing optimism.

Michael Dell may back private equity firm buyout offer if position with company is guaranteed.

Apple has apologised to Chinese consumers after it was accused of being arrogant and greedy, in a bid to appease the Chinese government.

China's competition watchdog is reviewing the deal as part of the country's national industrial policy.

Step-by-step guide to update Galaxy S2 I9100 to official Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean with XWLSN Firmware

People's Liberation Army troops and tanks mobilised in border region with North Korea.