Fleet review called off as search continues

China has canceled an international fleet review to celebrate the 65th anniversary of the establishment of the People's Liberation Army navy because of the continuing search for the missing Malaysian airliner.

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William and Kate a smash at New Zealand cricket match

Royals provide levity before attending service for quake victims in Christchurch

Hunger Games: Catching Fire tops MTV Movie Awards

Young-adult favorite The Hunger Games: Catching Fire was voted the best movie of the year, scooping top acting honors at the MTV Movie Awards on Sunday, which reflected the irreverent ceremony's appeal to young fans.

Putin gets 'requests for assistance'

Ukrainian govt appeals to UN for deployment of peacekeepers

China calls for political resolution

Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Monday that China is maintaining its stance that a political resolution is the only way to end the Ukraine crisis.

Russia, US trade jabs as situation deteriorates

The situation in Ukraine has seriously deteriorated, a top UN official said in an emergency session of the UN Security Council on Sunday night, calling the crisis "more combustible than ever".

P5 cooperation urged for nuclear safety

Countries should abolish the zero-sum Cold War mentality to achieve common security, take care of each other's reasonable concerns and achieve global governance of the nuclear field, a senior Chinese diplomat said on Monday.

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Lavrov outlines the way forward for relations

Editor's note: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is scheduled to arrive in Beijing on Tuesday morning for a one-day visit. He will call on President Xi Jinping and hold a key meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. Ahead of his visit on Monday, Lavrov gave China Daily an exclusive interview to share with readers his thoughts on issues including bilateral ties, anti-terrorism efforts and coordination on global affairs.

Seasoned envoy comfortable at diplomatic table

Sergey Lavrov is a man of the world and relishes his position at the top table of global affairs, where he can highlight Russia's aims and perspectives.

DPRK opens race to foreigners

Athletes jump at chance to run in 'unique' event in Pyongyang