Taiwan boosts defence budget as Lai calls military investment a path to peace

Taiwan is preparing for a historic increase in defence spending, with President Lai Ching-te describing the move as a necessary investment in maintaining peace and stability. The proposed 2027 defence budget is set to surpass T$1 trillion for the first time, reflecting Taipei’s efforts to strengthen its self-defence capabilities amid......

China prepares first regular container shipping service through the Arctic

A Chinese shipping company is preparing to launch what it describes as the first regular container service between China and Europe through the Arctic, opening a new commercial chapter for the Northern Sea Route while intensifying concerns about the environmental consequences of increased traffic in one of the planet’s most fragile regions. Sea......

Hassan II University remains Morocco’s sole institution in the Shanghai ranking

Morocco continues to face a significant challenge in gaining broader representation among the world’s leading universities. In the 2026 edition of the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), commonly known as the Shanghai ranking, Hassan II University of Casablanca remains the country’s only institution included in the global......

China and South Korea condemn Japanese ministers’ Yasukuni Shrine visits

Diplomatic tensions in East Asia have intensified after Japanese ministers visited Tokyo’s Yasukuni Shrine, prompting sharp criticism from China and South Korea over a site that remains deeply associated with Japan’s wartime history. The controversy emerged on the 81st anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II. Defense......

U.S. threatens to exclude countries from Pax Silica over cooperation with China

Washington is preparing to warn dozens of countries involved in the U.S.-led Pax Silica technology alliance that cooperation with competing Chinese artificial intelligence initiatives could jeopardize their participation in the group. According to information reported by Reuters, the U.S. State Department is considering sending a message......

Apple partners with Alibaba to develop artificial intelligence for the Chinese market

Apple is reportedly working with Chinese technology giant Alibaba to develop a large language model tailored to the Chinese market, as the U.S. company seeks to adapt its artificial intelligence strategy to local regulatory and technological requirements. The partnership would involve using Alibaba’s capabilities to help train an AI......

Honor launches the new Pad X9b Max

Honor has expanded its global tablet lineup with the launch of the new Pad X9b Max, a large-screen Android tablet designed to appeal to students, professionals and users seeking an immersive entertainment experience. The device features a 13-inch display with a resolution of 2500 × 1560 pixels and a pixel density of approximately 228......

Russia and China expand trade ties after 25 years of rapid growth

Trade between Russia and China has increased more than thirtyfold over the past 25 years, highlighting the rapid expansion of economic relations between the two countries. The figure was cited by the Russian and Chinese ambassadors to Japan, Nikolai Nozdryov and Wu Jianghao, in a joint article discussing the future of bilateral cooperation. The......

U.S. Missile Launch Notification Initiative Draws Criticism From Chinese Expert

A recent U.S.-led initiative at the United Nations calling on countries to provide advance notification of certain missile launches has triggered criticism from a Chinese military expert, who argues that Washington's proposal could deepen strategic tensions rather than reduce them. The joint statement, endorsed by the United States and......

The battle of Shanghai: A brutal three-month clash involving more than one million troops

On August 13, 1937, Japanese and Chinese forces became locked in one of the largest and most destructive battles of the Second Sino-Japanese War. The Battle of Shanghai lasted for roughly three months and involved more than one million troops from both sides, making it a major turning point in the conflict. The confrontation followed rising......

Huawei prepares to launch the GT 7 Pro smartwatch

Huawei has unveiled the GT 7 Pro, a new premium smartwatch designed to combine a sophisticated build with advanced connectivity, health-monitoring features and fitness functions. The device is expected to enter international markets soon. The watch features a titanium frame combined with protective glass and ceramic materials designed to......

India warns of serious consequences from any border incident with China

India has warned that any incident along its disputed border with China could have serious consequences, as speculation on social media fuels concerns about a possible confrontation between the two countries' armed forces. Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal did not directly confirm whether an incident had taken place......

Chinese Comac C919 makes first international commercial flight

China’s Comac C919 has taken a significant step toward establishing itself beyond its domestic market, completing its first commercial international flight on Wednesday with a service linking Beijing and Oulan-Bator. The flight, operated by Air China, marks a symbolic milestone for China’s aviation industry as the country seeks......

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