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Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for greater respect for national sovereignty and international law in the Middle East, amid ongoing regional tensions and diplomatic challenges. Speaking during a meeting in Beijing with Khaled bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of United Arab Emirates, Xi stressed the importance of......
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 Middle East. Both Moscow and Beijing......
China's plan to eliminate customs duties on imports from 53 African nations takes effect May 1, just weeks away, reshaping trade diplomacy across two continents. The move draws sharp reactions from Western capitals viewing it as Beijing expanding economic sway under a development banner. President Xi Jinping announced the policy in a February......
China's economy gained momentum in the first quarter of 2026, but economists warn the ongoing Iran war could drag growth for the rest of the year as energy costs rise and global demand weakens. A Reuters poll of 50 economists published Monday projects gross domestic product expanded 4.8 percent year-on-year from January to March, up from......
The Philippines has raised concerns over what it describes as possible “sabotage” activities after authorities discovered cyanide on vessels operating near a disputed reef in the South China Sea. According to Philippine security officials, laboratory tests confirmed the presence of highly toxic cyanide in bottles seized during......
The crisis in the Strait of Hormuz has accelerated a global shift away from fossil fuels, driving a sharp increase in China’s clean energy exports as countries seek alternatives to disrupted oil and gas supplies. Since Iran effectively blocked the strategic maritime route on February 28 following US and Israeli airstrikes, roughly one......
Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, has called for renewed international efforts to end ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, emphasizing the need for a stronger diplomatic role from China on the global stage. Speaking during an official visit to Beijing, Sánchez highlighted the importance of multilateral......
Chinese scientists have developed the first crystal capable of generating the ultraviolet light required to power thorium-based nuclear clocks, marking a key step toward navigation systems that can operate without GPS. The material, a fluoroborate compound created by a team led by Pan Shilie at the Xinjiang Technical Institute of Physics......
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 in China, particularly in areas such as......
U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that China could face heavy trade penalties if it provides military assistance to Iran amid the ongoing regional conflict. Speaking in a televised interview, Trump stated that Washington could impose tariffs of up to 50% on Chinese goods if Beijing were found to be supporting Iran militarily. The remarks......
The Philippines has stated that any future cooperation with China on oil and gas exploration must fully comply with its constitution and respect national sovereignty, amid ongoing tensions in the South China Sea. The Department of Foreign Affairs emphasized that any agreement involving energy cooperation with foreign governments would be......
Chinese automaker Chery is exploring plans to expand its vehicle production footprint in Europe by partnering with existing manufacturers and using available factory capacity, according to senior company executives. The strategy reflects a broader trend among Chinese carmakers seeking to strengthen their presence in the European market without......
Chinese investment in Brazil is undergoing a major transformation, shifting away from large-scale infrastructure projects toward consumer-focused industries such as food, retail, and services. A new wave of companies from China is increasingly targeting Brazil’s more than 200 million consumers, marking a strategic pivot in overseas......
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