The US has imposed restrictions on Beijing’s access to semiconductor technology while a congressional committee is scrutinising trade deals

Analysts say a review by Congress of stock holdings in BlackRock funds could lead to a wider crackdown on US investment in China funds

China's Ministry of State Security has encouraged citizens to join its counter-espionage work, offering rewards for information

The move will put neighbouring and Western businesses on high alert amid worries normal commercial activities could be viewed as suspicious

A spokesperson for China’s Defence ministry said the US must stop all forms of “military collusion” with Taiwan, saying Taiwan is a core Chinese interest that must not be crossed.

The commerce ministry said the restrictions will include some drone engines, lasers, communication equipment and anti-drone systems

China has repeatedly denied sending military equipment to Russia since Moscow's all-out invasion of Ukraine in February 2022

Analysts say Beijing is working to match the US’s global maritime power and find a way to sidestep western sanctions

The US commerce secretary said the rules "will deny some revenue to American companies but we think it's worth it”

There has been a huge jump in the assets of emerging market mutual funds and exchange traded funds that exclude China, as US and European investors turn wary of exposure to the Asian giant

Passed by an overwhelming majority in the senate, the bill will need the backing of the US House of Representatives and President Joe Biden before it can become law

The new governor of the People's Bank of China has been described by some as a hawkish and capable technocrat experienced in crisis management