Latest China News Headlines Today – August 24, 2025 | Typhoon Kajiki, South Korea Ties, SCO Summit

 

Typhoon Kajiki Slams Southern China, Heads Towards Vietnam

The biggest news in Chinese news today is Typhoon Kajiki, which battered Hainan Island and coastal parts of Guangdong Province with heavy rains and ferocious winds.

  • Over 20,000 residents escaped from the coastal regions.
  • Fishing boats brought inshore as 10–14 inches of rain pounded the area.
  • Flood and landslide alerts issued across southern China.

Kajiki has now moved in the direction of Vietnam's central coast, prompting regional weather warnings.
Full story: ABC News – Typhoon Kajiki.


South Korea Seeks to Reboot Diplomacy with China

In major China diplomacy news, South Korea has planned to return diplomatic ties with Beijing to normal.

During a delegation trip, Seoul submitted a letter from President Lee Jae Myung to Xi Jinping, which was a reversal of tension-laden relations since the 2017 THAAD missile defense controversy.

This diplomatic move can be followed by enhanced economic cooperation and regional stability amidst escalating tensions in East Asia.
 More: Reuters – South Korea tells China it wants to normalize ties.


Nigeria Extradites Chinese Gang Leader in Interpol Operation

Another top headline in China security news is that Nigeria extradited Dai Qisheng, the leader of a Chinese gang wanted for violent offenses.

  • Capture in Abuja earlier this month.
  • Extradited to China through Interpol collaboration.
  • Beijing makes tougher efforts against overseas organized crime networks.

This is an important milestone in China-Africa law enforcement cooperation.
Read more: Reuters – Nigeria extradites wanted Chinese gang leader.


Technology, Infrastructure, and National Events

China also moves forward in science, technology, and national development:

  • Haiqin deep-sea explorer successfully completes a mission in the South China Sea.
  • Preparations for the 80th Anniversary of Victory Day against Japan, with parades to take place on August 27, 2025.
  • The China-Laos Railway further extends international trade routes through Southeast Asia.

 Government news updates: China Gov News.


Culture and Sports: TV Drama Concludes, Wuhan Open Starts

  • Tonight's airing, August 24, was the finale of popular historical drama "This Thriving Land" with Yang Mi.
  • The 2025 Wuhan Open Snooker Tournament begins, continuing until August 30, with the prize money at £700,000.

Further information: Wikipedia – 2025 Wuhan Open.


China to Host SCO Summit in Tianjin

China will host the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Tianjin on August 31 and September 1, 2025.

Leaders from Central Asia, Russia, South Asia, and beyond will gather to talk regional security, trade, and multilateral cooperation.

 Background: Wikipedia – 2025 Tianjin SCO Summit.


✅ Conclusion

Current China news headlines reflect the nation's extensive presence — from dealing with natural disasters like Typhoon Kajiki, to forging diplomatic bridges with South Korea, cementing law enforcement partnerships with Africa, and preparing for high-level international summits. In the meantime, China's cultural exports and sports events continue to dominate international interest.


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