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BEIJING - In China, the traditional belief that strict — and sometimes physical — discipline results in obedient and well-behaved children still persists in some families. However, legal research and numerous cases have shown that such methods can easily lead to psychological trauma, behavioural issues and physical injuries, potentially constituting domestic violence or child abuse. In late November, the Supreme People's Court highlighted eight landmark cases, underscoring a "zero tolerance" approach to those who harm family members and stressing the importance of protecting minors in domestic violence situations. The country's top court said courts at all levels must prioritise the well-being of children in their handling of cases, and stated that parents or guardians who use violence as a means to discipline or educate children are committing a potential act of domestic violence. It has also clarified that Chinese courts will support changes in child custody arra...

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By Lee I-chia / Staff reporter China's constant distortion of international documents would not make its narrative true even if it is "locked in 700 times or 7,000 times," the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said yesterday. Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Wang Yi (王毅) on Monday said during talks with German Minister of Foreign Affairs Johann Wadephul in Beijing that Taiwan's status has been "locked in by seven layers of confirmation," citing historical documents. Supporting "Taiwan independence" is against China's constitution and international law, and it interferes in China's internal affairs, Wang said. Photo: Huang Chin-hsuan, T...

With one month having passed since Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi made a remar k in the Diet about a possible Taiwan contingency, concerns are growing over prolonged friction between Japan and China. The Chinese government has urged its citizens to refrain from travelling to Japan, and there are impacts such as the cancellations of events, although anti-Japan protests or o ther violent activities have not occurred. "I know there are issues between Japan and China, but I planned this trip a long time ago. I just want to enjoy shopping and experience nature," said a 39-year-old Chinese national who was visiting Tokyo's Ginza district with his family from Shanghai. Domestic hotels have seen a wave of cancellations, primarily from group tours, since Nov 14 when the Chinese government urged its citizens to refrain from traveling to Japan. According to Tripla, which provides hotel reservation management systems, bookings from China decreased by 57 per cent compared to befo...

Newsfrom Japan World Dec 8, 2025 21:56 (JST) Beijing, Dec. 8 (Jiji Press)--Beijing claimed Monday that the Chinese military activated radars on Japanese Air Self-Defense Force fighter jets for search purposes. "To activate search radar during flight training is commonly done by carrier-based aircraft of all countries," Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun told a news conference. "It's also a normal measure to ensure flight safety." "China's exercise and training in relevant waters and airspace fully complies with the international law and international practice," he also said. "Our maneuvers are professional, standard and beyond reproach." "The incident arose from Japanese jets' deliberate intrusion into China's exercise and training zones and close...

BEIJING - China's flu activity continues to rise and is likely nearing its peak, prompting experts to call for sustained prevention and control efforts over the next two months. Data released by the Chinese National Influenza Center on Dec 3 shows increasing flu levels in both northern and southern provinces, with the H3N2 strain of influenza A currently dominant. The country reported 1,541 outbreaks of flu-like illnesses for the week starting on Nov 24, up from 1,234 the previous week. Dr Wang Dayan, director of the centre, told China Central Television that 17 provi ncial-level regions in China have reached high flu activity, while others are experiencing moderate levels. "It is estimated that the flu season in China will likely peak around early to mid-December," she said. "It will take some time for influenza activity to fall to a low level, so prevention and control measures must not be relaxed over the next six to eight weeks." She said the H3N2 strai...