Politics
China has strongly criticized the decision by the European Union to include Chinese companies in its latest sanctions package targeting Russia, escalating diplomatic tensions between Beijing and Brussels. The dispute follows the EU’s 20th round of sanctions, which focuses on restricting entities......
French President Emmanuel Macron has sharply criticized the current global balance of power by placing United States President Donald Trump alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, describing all three as acting against European interests. Speaking in English during......
China has imposed an immediate ban on the export of dual use goods to seven European companies, escalating tensions with the European Union and signaling a broader use of trade controls as a geopolitical tool. The measure targets firms linked to defense and aerospace activities in Belgium, Germany and......
U.S. President Donald Trump has triggered renewed controversy after sharing a post on Truth Social that included inflammatory remarks about immigrants from India and China. The repost featured a text by conservative radio host Michael Savage, who used derogatory language to describe both countries and......
Japan has approved a sweeping reform of its defense export rules, ending decades-old restrictions that limited overseas sales to non-combat equipment. The decision, adopted by the cabinet under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, allows Japanese manufacturers to sell lethal weapons abroad for the first time......
The United States says its naval blockade of Iranian ports near the Strait of Hormuz has forced 13 vessels to turn back since operations began, even as maritime data suggests the enforcement effort is facing gaps. The operation, led by United States Central Command, has entered its fourth day amid rising......
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov arrived in Beijing for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening coordination between Russia and China on key international and regional issues. The visit comes at a time of heightened diplomatic activity, particularly in relation to ongoing tensions in the......
Vietnam appears to be gradually aligning itself more closely with China’s model of governance, as authorities in Hanoi expand state control and explore regulatory frameworks inspired by Beijing. Recent policy discussions suggest that Vietnam is considering measures similar to those implemented......
Taiwan reported increased Chinese military activity near its airspace as Chinese President Xi Jinping held a high-profile meeting in Beijing with a senior Taiwanese opposition figure, highlighting ongoing tensions across the Taiwan Strait. According to Taiwan’s defense authorities, multiple Chinese......
China has expressed its willingness to deepen exchanges and expand cooperation with North Korea during a high-level meeting between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, according to Chinese state media Xinhua. The discussions took place as both countries continue to......
Taiwan has raised concerns over an increase in Chinese military activity near the island, highlighting a growing contrast between Beijing’s diplomatic messaging and its actions on the ground. Officials in Taipei report that Chinese warships and aircraft have intensified their presence in recent......
Taiwan opposition leader Cheng Li-wun arrived in China on Tuesday, describing her visit as a “mission of peace” at a time of heightened tensions between Beijing and the self-governed island. Cheng, chairwoman of the Kuomintang (KMT), Taiwan’s largest opposition party, is expected to......
China has expressed its readiness to work closely with Russia in an effort to ease rising tensions in the Middle East, according to recent diplomatic statements. The announcement followed a conversation between Wang Yi and Sergei Lavrov, highlighting a shared interest in promoting stability in the region. Beijing......
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