Behave yourself: Chinese Foreign Minister warns US Secretary of State Rubio in first conversation
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Behave yourself: Chinese Foreign Minister warns US Secretary of State Rubio in first conversation

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The first conversation between US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi does not seem to have gone as planned, as China's veteran foreign minister ended up issuing a veiled warning to Rubio, asking him to 'behave.' Rubio remains a vocal critic of China The short phrase used by Wang Yi appears to have been aimed at Rubio's vocal criticism of China and its human rights record, which the newly appointed secretary of state highlighted when he was a US senator in 2020. According to the US statement, Rubio told Wang Yi that the Trump administration would advance US interests in its relationship with China and expressed “serious concern over China's coercive actions against Taiwan and in the South China Sea." Also Read | US introduces bipartisan bill to revoke China’s special trade status as Rubio tells Wang Yi, 'America first'

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China’s foreign minister criticizes US tariffs and accuses the country of ‘meeting good with evil’
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China’s foreign minister criticizes US tariffs and accuses the country of ‘meeting good with evil’

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said China will continue to retaliate for the United States’ “arbitrary tariffs” and accused Washington of “meeting good with evil” in a press conference Friday on the sidelines of the country’s annual parliamentary session. “Major countries should undertake their international obligations … and not seek to profit from and bully the weak.” Chinese …

China's foreign minister condemns US tariffs, accuses Washington of 'meeting good with evil'
2 weeks, 3 days ago

China's foreign minister condemns US tariffs, accuses Washington of 'meeting good with evil'

New Indian Express  

BEIJING: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said China will continue to retaliate to the United States' "arbitrary tariffs" and accused Washington of "meeting good with evil" in a press conference Friday on the sidelines of the country's annual parliamentary session. Wang said China's efforts to help the US contain its fentanyl crisis have been met with punitive tariffs, which are …

Rubio's remarks slammed as fallacies
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Rubio's remarks slammed as fallacies

China Daily  

By ZHANG YUNBI | China Daily | Updated: 2025-03-04 09:40 US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. China has voiced strong dissatisfaction and resolute objection to recent comments by United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, accusing him of "spreading fallacies based on the Cold War mentality". In a recent interview with US media, Rubio made accusations against China over topics …

Trump’s peace efforts for Ukraine finds backer in Beijing
1 month, 1 week ago

Trump’s peace efforts for Ukraine finds backer in Beijing

Firstpost  

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said his nation would “love” to see efforts conducive to peace. There are also speculations that he may meet US Secretary of State Marco Rubio later this week in Munich As world leaders gathered in the German city of Munich on Friday to shape the future of global geopolitics, Beijing threw its weight behind US …

Marco Rubio issues Panama ultimatum over 'Chinese influence' on canal
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Marco Rubio issues Panama ultimatum over 'Chinese influence' on canal

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy President Donald Trump’s Secretary …

Rubio warns Panama of consequences over canal
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rubio warns Panama of consequences over canal

Raw Story  

by Shaun Tandon and Maria Isabel Sanchez US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday threatened action against Panama without immediate changes to reduce Chinese influence on the canal, but the country's leader insisted he was not afraid of a US invasion and offered talks. Meeting President Jose Raul Mulino, Rubio "made clear that this status quo is unacceptable and …

Rubio warns Panama of US 'measures', says Chinese influence around Canal is 'unacceptable
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rubio warns Panama of US 'measures', says Chinese influence around Canal is 'unacceptable

Firstpost  

Trump has refused to back down on threats to seize the vital waterway and it remains unclear what Rubio can achieve diplomatically that would please him, with Panama firmly rejecting any claims against its sovereignty. In a stern warning to Panama, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the United States will take “measures” unless there are “immediate changes” …

Rubio warns Panama of US 'measures', says Chinese influence around Canal is 'unacceptable
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rubio warns Panama of US 'measures', says Chinese influence around Canal is 'unacceptable

Firstpost  

Trump has refused to back down on threats to seize the vital waterway and it remains unclear what Rubio can achieve diplomatically that would please him, with Panama firmly rejecting any claims against its sovereignty. File Image/ AFP In a stern warning to Panama, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the United States will take “measures” unless there …

After Rubio warns China over Taiwan coercion, Beijing hits back with 'behave' message
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

After Rubio warns China over Taiwan coercion, Beijing hits back with 'behave' message

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had his first phone call with Chinese counterpart Foreign Minister Wang Yi, who said a phrase that translates to “behave yourself.” Rubio also raised concerns with his Chinese counterpart about Beijing’s actions towards Taiwan and the South China Sea. Newly sworn-in US Secretary of State Marco Rubio had a tense phone conversation with Chinese …

Chinese foreign minister's veiled warning to US state secretary Marco Rubio: ‘Behave…’
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chinese foreign minister's veiled warning to US state secretary Marco Rubio: ‘Behave…’

Hindustan Times  

China's foreign minister Wang Yi on Friday spoke with America's new secretary of state Marco Rubio over the phone and uttered a phrase that roughly translates into "behave yourself". US Secretary of State Marco Rubio Wang Yi conveyed the message as he spoke with Rubio for the first time since his confirmation as US President Donald Trump's top diplomat. In …

China tells Rubio to behave himself in veiled warning
1 month, 3 weeks ago

China tells Rubio to behave himself in veiled warning

The Hindu  

China's veteran foreign minister has issued a veiled warning to America's new secretary of state: Behave yourself. Foreign Minister Wang Yi conveyed the message in a phone call on Friday, their first conversation since Marco Rubio's confirmation as President Donald Trump's top diplomat four days earlier. It can be translated in various ways — in the past, the Foreign Ministry …

China tells Rubio to behave himself in veiled warning
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

China tells Rubio to behave himself in veiled warning

Associated Press  

BEIJING — China’s veteran foreign minister has issued a veiled warning to America’s new secretary of state: Behave yourself. Foreign Minister Wang Yi conveyed the message in a phone call Friday, their first conversation since Marco Rubio’s confirmation as President Donald Trump’s top diplomat four days earlier. The short phrase seemed aimed at Rubio’s vocal criticism of China and its …

US introduces bipartisan bill to revoke China’s special trade status as Rubio tells Wang Yi, 'America first'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US introduces bipartisan bill to revoke China’s special trade status as Rubio tells Wang Yi, 'America first'

India TV News  

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in his first conversation with Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, said that the new US administration under President Donald Trump will prioritise US interests in a relationship with China. US introduces bipartisan bill to end China's special trade status This comes after the Restoring Trade Fairness Act, a bipartisan bill, has been introduced in the …

Rubio clashes with China FM on Taiwan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rubio clashes with China FM on Taiwan

Raw Story  

by Shaun TANDON / Beiyi SEOW US Secretary of State Marco Rubio clashed with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi over Taiwan on Friday, with Donald Trump's top diplomat denouncing Beijing's "coercive" moves. In the telephone call, Rubio told Wang that the second Trump administration will pursue a relationship with China "that advances US interests and puts the American people first," …

Rubio, Wang Yi hold first call since Trump's inauguration, discuss US-China ties and Taiwan
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Rubio, Wang Yi hold first call since Trump's inauguration, discuss US-China ties and Taiwan

Firstpost  

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi by phone on Friday, China’s foreign ministry said, the first call between the two top diplomats since President Donald Trump’s administration took office on Monday US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is seen at the State Department in Washington, US, on January 21, 2025. Reuters File US …

US Sutra | Marco Rubio as Trump’s Secretary of State: Impact on India
2 months ago

US Sutra | Marco Rubio as Trump’s Secretary of State: Impact on India

Firstpost  

In this image posted by @DrSJaishankar via X on January 22, 2025, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a meeting, in Washington DC. But let’s make no mistake: Marco Rubio as Secretary of State under President Trump marks a pivotal shift in US foreign policy, with implications that extend across global relations, domestic …

Marco Rubio, sanctioned by China twice, is new US Secretary of State
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2 months ago

Marco Rubio, sanctioned by China twice, is new US Secretary of State

Hindustan Times  

Marco Rubio, US Senator from Florida considered Israel backer and a China hawk, was unanimously confirmed as the Secretary of State on Monday, marking him as the first appointment of newly sworn in President Donald Trump’s cabinet. Senator Chuck Grassley lauded Rubio for his “intelligence” and deep understanding of American foreign policy, highlighting Rubio’s personal connection to the American dream, …

Secretary of State Rubio meets with Quad countries focused on countering China’s influence
2 months ago

Secretary of State Rubio meets with Quad countries focused on countering China’s influence

LA Times  

From left, Japanese Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong pose for a photograph before meeting in Washington on Tuesday. On his first full day as secretary of State, Marco Rubio is meeting with his counterparts from a group of countries known as the Quad, …

Rubio will meet with peers from India, Japan, Australia after expected confirmation, officials say
2 months ago

Rubio will meet with peers from India, Japan, Australia after expected confirmation, officials say

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration would begin formal international engagements this week when Marco Rubio — expected to be confirmed soon as secretary of state — meets with the foreign ministers of India, Japan and Australia, U.S. officials say. The so-called Quad grouping is a main component of the U.S. strategy to blunt increasing Chinese influence and aggression in the …

Trump’s pick for secretary of state Marco Rubio vows to confront 'dangerous' China, deter Taiwan invasion
2 months, 1 week ago

Trump’s pick for secretary of state Marco Rubio vows to confront 'dangerous' China, deter Taiwan invasion

Firstpost  

Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of state Marco Rubio on Wednesday said that “dangerous” China has manipulated its way to superpower status and pledged to ramp up support to deter an invasion of Taiwan. AFP Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of state Marco Rubio on Wednesday said that “dangerous” China has manipulated its way to superpower status and pledged to …

On this path, China will control how Americans live in a decade: Marco Rubio
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2 months, 1 week ago

On this path, China will control how Americans live in a decade: Marco Rubio

Hindustan Times  

Washington: Marco Rubio, Donald Trump’s pick to be the US Secretary of State, has said that if current trends continued, China would control the health, security, prosperity and lives of Americans in a decade. US President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of State, Sen. Marco Rubio testifies during his Senate Foreign Relations confirmation hearing at Dirksen Senate Office Building in …

Marco Rubio warns China is America’s ‘biggest threat,’ affirms value of NATO alliance
2 months, 1 week ago

Marco Rubio warns China is America’s ‘biggest threat,’ affirms value of NATO alliance

Associated Press  

▶ Several of Donald Trump’s picks for his Cabinet are appearing before the Senate for confirmation hearings Wednesday. WASHINGTON — Florida Sen. Marco Rubio on Wednesday painted a dark vision of the consequences of America’s “unbalanced relationship” with China, echoing President-elect Donald Trump’s anti-globalist rhetoric as he vies to be confirmed as his secretary of state. But in between the …

Marco Rubio on a smooth path to Senate confirmation as next secretary of state
2 months, 1 week ago

Marco Rubio on a smooth path to Senate confirmation as next secretary of state

NPR  

Marco Rubio on a smooth path to Senate confirmation as next secretary of state toggle caption Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images We're following the confirmation hearings for the incoming Trump administration. What's happened at the hearing: Secretary of State nominee Marco Rubio drew bipartisan support among Senate Foreign Relations Committee members at a hearing Wednesday and appears headed for confirmation under President-elect …

China, Trump talk up prospects for U.S.-China collaboration
3 months ago

China, Trump talk up prospects for U.S.-China collaboration

The Hindu  

China's top diplomat said on Tuesday he hoped the incoming Trump administration would "make the right choice" and work with Beijing, hours after Donald Trump told reporters the COVID-19 pandemic had strained his relationship with "friend" Xi Jinping. "We hope the new U.S. administration will make the right choice and work with China in a mutually-beneficial manner to remove disruptions …

How will Beijing respond to Trump’s cabinet of China hawks?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

How will Beijing respond to Trump’s cabinet of China hawks?

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — One called China an “existential threat.” Another called for a “whole-of-society effort” to confront China and was sanctioned – twice – by Beijing. A third claimed the Chinese military was “specifically dedicated to defeating the United States of America.” US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed cabinet is stacked with so-called China hawks who have made clear an …

Trump’s pick of Marco Rubio as secretary of state ignites fears of fiercer US-China rivalry
4 months ago

Trump’s pick of Marco Rubio as secretary of state ignites fears of fiercer US-China rivalry

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “There is palpable anxiety in China because they will …

Trump is recruiting a team of China hawks. So why is Beijing relieved?
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump is recruiting a team of China hawks. So why is Beijing relieved?

Live Mint  

With the expected appointments of Sen. Marco Rubio and Rep. Mike Waltz to cabinet positions, President-elect Donald Trump is putting together what some China hawks call a tough-on-China “dream team." Meanwhile, senior Chinese officials also are planning to step up courtship of American business leaders to try to counterbalance the China hard-liners on Trump’s foreign-policy team, according to the people …

Donald Trump is putting together his foreign policy team. Here's what Mike Waltz and Marco Rubio would mean for China
4 months, 1 week ago

Donald Trump is putting together his foreign policy team. Here's what Mike Waltz and Marco Rubio would mean for China

ABC  

With the apparent appointment of two of America's most hawkish Republicans, president-elect Donald Trump looks to be setting the stage for a confrontational relationship with China. heads the National Security Council, which is the body of executives and officials who advise the president on national security foreign policy," says Lyle Morris, from the Asia Society Policy Institute's Center for China …

Who is Marco Rubio, Trump's possible pick for Secretary of State? What could this mean for US foreign policy?
4 months, 1 week ago

Who is Marco Rubio, Trump's possible pick for Secretary of State? What could this mean for US foreign policy?

Firstpost  

Donald Trump is expected to select Florida Senator Marco Rubio as Secretary of State, a decision that could boost Latino representation at the highest level of government. File Image/Reuters Donald Trump is expected to appoint Marco Rubio as the next US Secretary of State, positioning the Florida senator to become the first Latino to serve as the nation’s top diplomat. …

Trump expected to name China & Iran hawk Marco Rubio as Secretary of State: Report
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump expected to name China & Iran hawk Marco Rubio as Secretary of State: Report

Firstpost  

US President-elect Donald Trump is expected to name Senator Marco Rubio of Florida as the Secretary of State, according to a report US President-elect Donald Trump has reportedly picked Marco Rubio to be Secretary of State. US President-elect Donald Trump is expected to name Senator Marco Rubio as the Secretary of State in his administration, according to The New York …

Trump picks India backer, China hawk Marco Rubio as Secretary of State
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump picks India backer, China hawk Marco Rubio as Secretary of State

India Today  

President-elect Donald Trump has chosen US Senator Marco Rubio as his nominee for Secretary of State, according to sources. Trump’s decision to tap Rubio, a former rival for the 2016 GOP presidential nomination, signals a potential shift in his foreign policy direction, blending traditional Republican views with his own reform-oriented positions. Known for his support of key alliances and critical …

China imposes further sanctions on Taiwan's US representative
1 year, 11 months ago

China imposes further sanctions on Taiwan's US representative

India Today  

China has imposed further sanctions on Hsiao Bi-khim, Taiwan's de facto ambassador to the United States, prohibiting her and family members from entering the mainland, Hong Kong and Macau, state media reported on Friday. China also imposed similar sanctions on The Prospect Foundation, which is headed by a former Taiwanese foreign minister, and the Council of Asian Liberals and Democrats, …

US hits Chinese officials with travel bans over ‘repressive acts’
3 years ago

US hits Chinese officials with travel bans over ‘repressive acts’

Al Jazeera  

State Department accuses targeted Chinese officials of involvement in crackdown on religious minorities, among others. United States President Joe Biden’s administration is imposing travel bans on Chinese officials whom it accuses of repressing Uighur Muslims, as well as other ethnic and religious minorities. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said in a statement that the sanctions are being applied to Chinese …

China says it does not want to be impacted by Russia sanctions
3 years ago

China says it does not want to be impacted by Russia sanctions

Al Jazeera  

Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Beijing is ‘not party’ in the Russia-Ukraine war as pressure grows on it to withdraw Moscow support. China’s foreign minister has told his Spanish counterpart his country does not want to be impacted by Western economic sanctions imposed on Russia following its invasion of Ukraine last month, according to state media. “China is not a …

China reaffirms opposition to US sanctions on Iran
3 years, 2 months ago

China reaffirms opposition to US sanctions on Iran

Al Jazeera  

Foreign Minister Wang Yi tells his Iranian counterpart during a meeting in Jiangsu that the US bears primary responsibility for continuing diplomatic impasse. China has reaffirmed its opposition to unilateral sanctions by the United States against Iran at a meeting between Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his Iranian counterpart, while backing efforts to revive a 2015 nuclear deal between major …

China Retaliates With Sanctions on Former US Commerce Secretary Ross, Others
3 years, 8 months ago

China Retaliates With Sanctions on Former US Commerce Secretary Ross, Others

News 18  

China said on Friday that it has imposed counter-sanctions on US individuals including former US commerce secretary Wilbur Ross in response to US sanctions on Chinese officials in Hong Kong. "The US side concocted the so-called Hong Kong business advisory, baselessly smeared Hong Kong's commercial environment, and illegally sanctioned Chinese officials in Hong Kong," China's Foreign Ministry said in a …

China sanctions former US commerce secretary Wilbur Ross, others
3 years, 8 months ago

China sanctions former US commerce secretary Wilbur Ross, others

Al Jazeera  

The blacklistings come in retaliation for the US recently sanctioning Chinese officials in Hong Kong. China said on Friday that it has imposed counter-sanctions on United States individuals including former US Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross in response to recent US sanctions on Chinese officials in Hong Kong. “The US side concocted the so-called Hong Kong business advisory, baselessly smeared …

China condemns sanctions as show of 'folly, arrogance'
4 years ago

China condemns sanctions as show of 'folly, arrogance'

China Daily  

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying is seen during a regular news conference in Beijing on March 23, 2021. Vice-Foreign Minister Qin Gang summoned Nicolas Chapuis, the EU ambassador to China, on Monday, and British ambassador to China Caroline Wilson on Tuesday, to convey China's solemn protest against the sanctions. China has also lodged solemn representations with the US and …

China Imposes Sanctions on 28 Trump-era Officials Including Mike Pompeo
4 years, 2 months ago

China Imposes Sanctions on 28 Trump-era Officials Including Mike Pompeo

News 18  

China said on Wednesday it wanted to cooperate with President Joe Biden’s new U.S. administration, while announcing sanctions against “lying and cheating” outgoing Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and 27 other top officials under Donald Trump. Pompeo and the others had “planned, promoted and executed a series of crazy moves, gravely interfered in China’s internal affairs, undermined China’s interests, offended …

China sanctions 28 Trump administration officials
4 years, 2 months ago

China sanctions 28 Trump administration officials

The Hindu  

China on Wednesday announced sanctions on 28 officials connected to the outgoing Donald Trump administration, including Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, just as the new United States President, J oe Biden, was taking his oath of office. The list includes Mr. Trump’s trade adviser Peter K. Navarro, who was a key figure behind many of the China-related trade moves; outgoing …

China hits Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz with tit-for-tat sanctions over criticism of Uighur abuses
4 years, 8 months ago

China hits Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz with tit-for-tat sanctions over criticism of Uighur abuses

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Senators Marco Rubio and Ted Cruz, along with congressman Chris Smith and ambassador Sam …

China hits back, sanctions top US officials, politicians in response to Xinjiang ban
4 years, 8 months ago

China hits back, sanctions top US officials, politicians in response to Xinjiang ban

India Today  

China on Monday imposed visa restrictions on some top US officials and politicians in the latest tit-for-tat response to America's move to sanction several Chinese officials for alleged human rights abuses targeting ethnic minority groups in the Muslim-majority Xinjiang province. Hua made the comments in response to US sanctions and visa restrictions on three senior officials of the ruling Chinese …

US envoys’ visit to Beijing aims to heal ties
15 years ago

US envoys’ visit to Beijing aims to heal ties

The Hindu  

China vowed again on Tuesday to resist new sanctions against Iran, as top U.S. envoys landed in Beijing on a mission to patch up ties hit by disputes over trade, Taiwan and Tibet. Deputy Secretary of State James Steinberg, and Senior White House Asia adviser Jeffrey Bader, may have been hoping to bring Beijing on board for a new round …

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