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The China-led mBridge digital currency platform has processed over $55 billion in cross-border transactions, according to a fresh Atlantic Council report. This marks a 2,500-fold increase in volume since the project's 2022 launch, highlighting surging momentum for alternatives to dollar-dependent payment systems. This prototype platform......

The long-awaited trade agreement between the European Union and the Mercosur bloc is set to be officially signed today in Paraguay, marking the culmination of over 25 years of negotiations. The deal aims to create one of the world’s largest free-trade zones, covering more than 700 million consumers and representing around 30% of global......

The European Union is gearing up to phase out Chinese-made equipment from its critical infrastructure, targeting companies like Huawei and ZTE by barring them from telecommunications networks, solar energy systems, and security scanners. This move represents the European Commission's strongest stance yet on Chinese technology in vital......

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Chinese President Xi Jinping unveiled a landmark trade agreement in Beijing, slashing tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles in exchange for eased duties on Canadian agricultural goods. This pact signals Ottawa's pivot away from heavy reliance on the United States, reshaping its commercial landscape. Under......

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where they announced the renewal of their strategic partnership. This development signals a major shift in bilateral ties strained by years of diplomatic friction. The encounter marks the first visit by a Canadian......

China on Friday expressed firm opposition to a trade agreement recently concluded between the United States and Taiwan, arguing that the deal undermines the “one China” principle that lies at the heart of Beijing’s foreign policy. The agreement between Washington and Taipei includes significant investments by Taiwanese companies......

The White House stated on Thursday that Iran has suspended approximately 800 executions of protesters that were reportedly scheduled for Wednesday, following intense diplomatic efforts by Gulf allies aimed at preventing a further escalation of tensions. Speaking at a press briefing, White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt said the Iranian......

Poland will not deploy troops to Greenland, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Thursday, while stressing that any attack on NATO territory would have devastating consequences for global security. Speaking at a press conference in Warsaw, Tusk underlined Poland’s commitment to the NATO alliance, warning that aggression against any member......

Ukrainian military intelligence released new findings on January 14, identifying 50 foreign-made industrial machines operating in Russian defense facilities to produce weapons and military gear. The data, published on the War&Sanctions portal's "Instruments of war" section, underscores ongoing challenges in enforcing international......

Alibaba Group Holding unveiled a transformative upgrade to its Qwen AI application on Thursday, seamlessly weaving in powerhouse consumer services such as Taobao, Alipay, the Fliggy travel platform, and Amap mapping directly into a single AI-driven interface. Users across China can now handle everything from ordering meals and booking trips......

A Chinese artificial intelligence startup has unveiled an advanced open-source image generation model, marking a pivotal advancement in China's drive for technological self-reliance amid ongoing U.S. export restrictions. Zhipu AI introduced GLM-Image, the first top-tier multimodal AI model fully trained on domestically produced hardware,......

President Donald Trump dismissed Greenland's leader with a stark warning after the territory's prime minister firmly chose to remain under Danish sovereignty rather than align with the United States. Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews, Trump stated bluntly that he knew nothing of Jens-Frederik Nielsen but predicted it would......

China has intensified diplomatic efforts to isolate Taiwan on the international stage, urging European governments to deny entry to high-ranking Taiwanese officials. Between November and December 2025, Chinese diplomats delivered formal notes and made direct appeals at European embassies in Beijing and in European capitals. These communications......