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China Slaps Export Controls on Japan Military
China has announced new export controls targeting military equipment destined for Japan, as part of an ongoing geopolitical dispute between the two nations. This move is seen by some analysts as a war...
Venezuela attack seen as reminder for China to boost air defence, counter-intelligence
The attempted abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro by US forces highlights the need for China to enhance its air defenses and counter-intelligence capabilities. Experts note that Venezuela...
Why Iran may not be the next Venezuela despite twin threat from protests and Trump
Analysts suggest that while recent US actions against Venezuela heightened concerns among Iranian leaders about potential American intervention, direct targeting of Iran's leadership is less likely du...
Citic Securities tops Asia-Pacific investment banking ranks with US$1.45 billion in fees
According to a report by the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), Chinese investment bank Citic Securities topped the Asia-Pacific region's investment banking fee rankings for 2025, excluding Japan. Th...
China premier urges Guangdong to ignite economic growth amid intensified competition
During his recent visit to Guangdong province, China's premier emphasized the need for Guangdong to maintain its position as an economic leader by strengthening innovative development and taking a lea...
China, Russia won’t ‘dare test’ US, says Hegseth after show of military might in Venezuela
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stated that China and Russia will not challenge the United States due to America's rebuilt military dominance. Speaking at Newport News Shipbuilding, he cited rece...
Zoltán Fehér and Valbona Zeneli in The National Interest
Zoltán Fehér and Valbona Zeneli published an article entitled 'Europe’s China Awakening' on November 24th, 2025, in The National Interest, discussing Europe's evolving perceptions and responses toward...
Zoltán Fehér on Bloomberg TV
On December 4th, 2025, Zoltán Fehér, a nonresident fellow at the Atlantic Council's Global China Hub, appeared as a guest on Bloomberg TV's "The Asia Trade" episode focusing on French President Emmanu...
Thailand’s tilt toward China tests treaty alliance with US
According to certain analysts, Thailand's increasing alignment with China over the past ten years has undermined its longstanding military and strategic alliance with the United States, potentially re...
American Author: Latin America for Trump, Europe for Putin, Taiwan for China
An American author argues that geopolitical strategies of U.S., Russian, and Chinese leaders focus on specific regions - President Donald Trump's attention is on Latin America, Russian President Vladi...
The ‘biology winter’ thaws: why investors are piling into Hong Kong’s biotech IPOs
Investors are showing renewed interest in biotechnology Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) in Hong Kong due to licensing deals and strong post-IPO performance by Chinese drug developers. Industry leaders...
Zaoralek (SOCDEM): An American Attack on Venezuela Gives Russia and China the Green Light
Jiří Čunek, leader of Czech Social Democrats (SOCDEM), commented in a press release that an American military action against Venezuela would provide a green light for aggressive actions from Russia an...
Sanctioned Chen Zhi’s Hong Kong firms rocked by resignations and frozen assets
Documents show that recently sanctioned Chinese businessman Chen Zhi, residing in Cambodia, is associated with a web of Hong Kong companies tied by shared directors and addresses. The sanctions have l...
Navy Sent 'Nuclear' Carrier and Destroyers Into China's Backyard
The USS Abraham Lincoln, an aircraft carrier from the U.S. Navy, has returned to the Philippine Sea with its accompanying strike group, reinforcing America’s commitment to maintaining presence in the ...
China escalates Nexperia dispute as Malaysia shift looms
Chinese officials have criticized the Netherlands for not assisting Wingtech Technology with regaining control of Dutch semiconductor company Nexperia, escalating a previous diplomatic conflict from O...
Cargo Ship Converted To Launch Combat Drones Emerges
China has transformed a medium cargo ship into an improvised warship capable of launching combat drones. The article questions the practicality and realism of this transformation....
Russia Achieved Numerous Strategic Successes in 2025
According to Chinese publication InfoBrics, Russia has made significant strategic advancements by 2025, focusing on economic resilience and geopolitical influence....
China must take action to avoid Japan-style deflation spiral, scholars warn
Chinese scholars are warning the government to address deflationary pressures urgently and set mandatory inflation targets to avoid entering into a prolonged economic downturn similar to Japan's 'lost...
In the new world order, market power trumps military might. Can China compete?
Analysts from a prominent Beijing think tank argue that China needs to adapt to a global environment where market power, technological innovation, and institutional leverage are more critical than mil...
Indian Netizens Savage China’s Ceasefire Claims by Exposing Catastrophic Failures of Its Weaponry in Op Sindoor
Indian social media users are criticizing China's recent claims regarding a ceasefire and exposing significant failures in Chinese military weaponry during an unnamed operation referred to as 'Sindoor...
Repeat after me: Never, ever underestimate China.
A significant percentage of top AI researchers globally completed their undergraduate education in China, with 47% of the world’s leading AI scientists hailing from Chinese universities compared to 18...
China's Xi to host South Korea's Lee next week amid Japan tensions
Chinese President Xi Jinping will host South Korean President Moon Jae-in for a visit aimed at reinforcing bilateral ties between China and South Korea. This is the second meeting in two months, signa...
The New Trump-Class Battleship’s Greatest Enemy
This article discusses the challenges faced by the proposed Trump-class battleships due to China's advancements in long-range missile technology. It highlights the DF-27 as a significant threat becaus...
Taiwan's Lai vows to defend sovereignty after China's military drill
Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen has stated that the international community watches to see if Taiwan possesses the resolve to defend itself following recent Chinese military drills. She emphasized th...
‘Hong Kong has lived up to expectations,’ Beijing says in New Year message
On New Year's Day, Beijing’s top office overseeing Hong Kong affairs praised the city’s performance, citing its response to the recent Tai Po fire as evidence of 'unity and resilience'. City leader Jo...
Secretive Taiwanese Land Attack Cruise Missile Seen On The Move
A secretive Taiwanese land attack cruise missile system capable of striking deep into China was observed on the move during high-profile People's Liberation Army (PLA) live-fire drills surrounding Tai...
Multiple Chinese cities curb public New Year’s Eve countdowns as police stress safety
Chinese authorities have banned public New Year’s Eve countdown events at popular landmarks across multiple cities, prioritizing safety and order during the holiday season. This is a continuing precau...
China’s factory activity breaks 8-month contraction, but headwinds persist
China's manufacturing sector experienced growth in December as indicated by a PMI of 50.1, up from the previous month's contractionary level of 49.2. Analysts are cautious about interpreting this incr...
The U.S. Navy Is One Giant Pressure Cooker Sailing Into 2026
The article discusses the challenges faced by the U.S. Navy leading into 2026, including procurement issues with ships like the Zumwalt-class destroyer and LCS (Littoral Combat Ship), which have led t...
India-China work to rebuild ties in 2025 after 4 yrs of strained relations
In 2025, India and China are focusing on rebuilding their relationship after four years of strained ties due to the boundary conflict in eastern Ladakh. The two nations are making efforts to mend dipl...
‘CEO monk’ scandal: China creates new oversight body for Buddhist clergy
The Buddhist Association of China has established its first supervisory body, aimed at improving oversight of monks' conduct following the scandal involving Shi Yongxin, former Shaolin Temple abbot wh...
China unveils new ethnic unity and language laws with ‘national security perspective’
The Standing Committee of China's National People’s Congress has unveiled new legislation aimed at promoting ethnic unity and the use of standard Chinese as part of national security policy, warning a...
Will the BRICS ‘UNIT’ really challenge the dollar?
A banknote unveiled at a BRICS summit in Russia suggests that the coalition of emerging economies may be developing alternatives to the existing global financial system. While the banknote itself does...
China-Indonesia ties show progress, feel pressure in 2025
In 2025, China and Indonesia commemorated their 75 years of diplomatic relations with significant cooperation across several domains such as diplomacy, defense, finance, and development. Despite this ...
China hits 90 launches as Guowang deployment continues, Fengyun-4C heads to GEO
In 2025, China surpassed its 90th orbital launch through a series of missions deploying satellites for the Guowang megaconstellation and the advanced weather monitoring spacecraft, Fengyun-4C. These l...
China suggests ‘illegal’ Philippine fishing is damaging disputed Scarborough Shoal
A Chinese government report on the environmental condition of the disputed Scarborough Shoal claims that illegal fishing by the Philippines poses significant risk despite the coral reef's good overall...
China’s FAW buys US$534 million stake in Leapmotor as EV firm sees deliveries jump in 2026
FAW Group, China's oldest car manufacturer and a state-owned enterprise, has acquired a 5% stake in Zhejiang Leapmotor Technology for approximately $534 million. This investment follows the growing po...
Japan as a nuclear power, China’s first female C919 captain: 5 weekend reads you missed
The article compiles five key news stories about Asian politics and technological advancements from the previous weekend. It highlights担忧日本可能在三年内成为核武国家的中国专家意见,以及对中国首个女性C919航班机长等话题的关注。...
How a Chinese start-up is scaling 3D printing from sneakers to robots
Chinese start-up PollyPolymer is playing a pivotal role in China's robotics industry by providing advanced 3D printing technology and high-performance materials. This technology was showcased at Xpeng...
Sun Xiyao's 'Filial Piety' Speech Amid US Defense Budget Report Exudes Grand Strategy of Leveraging Strength
The article discusses Sun Xiyao's speech emphasizing filial respect within the context of a report on China's military capabilities and the substantial U.S. defense spending. It critiques the perceive...
First and second largest economies in charts and figures
China is identified as the world's second-largest economy. Although China has outgrown all other economies since its founding in 1949, it still lags behind the first-place nation....
Benefit! US Claims Inability to Defend Taiwan While Stirring Up War Rumors; Public Opinion Discovers Hidden Reasons
Discusses how the United States simultaneously claims an inability to defend Taiwan under its security commitments while also intensifying rhetoric about a potential conflict involving China and Taiwa...
Nexperia China eyes new wafer suppliers in 6 months amid legal fight with Dutch chipmaker
Nexperia's Chinese subsidiary is actively searching for new wafer suppliers within six months due to ongoing legal conflicts with the Dutch headquarters. Despite these challenges, Wingtech Technology,...
China warns of foreign forces using AI deepfakes to stir panic and steal data
The Chinese Ministry of State Security has issued a warning about foreign entities using deepfake technology and other artificial intelligence tools to create public panic and gather sensitive data. T...
Made in China: How Europe can tackle economic coercion
Mark Leonard invites Tobias Gehrke and Andrew Small for a discussion on strategies European countries can employ to address Chinese economic coercion....
Do China’s Foreign Policy Experts Matter? How?
The article explores whether China's foreign policy experts have any significant influence on the country's decision-making processes within an authoritarian system. It challenges assumptions about ab...
US–China trade war traps China in structural imbalance spiral
China's five-year economic plan emphasizes industrial investment and indigenous innovation as key strategic focuses. However, continuing on this path could exacerbate structural economic imbalances am...
Middle East Universities Hedge Bets With China and US
Middle Eastern universities are increasingly diversifying their international partnerships, collaborating both with Chinese institutions and American universities. This strategy aims at balancing the ...
China’s outbound travel set to soar by 10 million trips in 2026 – but halve in Japan
Chinese outbound travel is predicted to grow dramatically in 2026 due to relaxed visa policies and a stronger yuan. However, visits to Japan might drop by nearly half as a result of a political rift b...
China condemns U.S. use of force against Venezuela
China expressed strong condemnation towards the U.S.'s use of force against Venezuela and its actions targeting the country's president. The statement emphasized China's shock at such a blatant act....
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