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Xi promised to protect China’s interests as reactions trail North Korea-China meeting
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, solidifying their countries’ alliance. During their meeting, Kim Jong Un reaffirmed North Korea’s commitment to supporting China in defending its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and development interests. “No matter how the international situation changes, the feeling of friendship cannot change” between Pyongyang […]
Putin, Trump administration reach “mutual understanding” on Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that the United States is listening to Russia’s justifications for its invasion of Ukraine, and both countries have reached a “mutual understanding” about the three-and-a-half-year war. Putin made these comments during a bilateral meeting with Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico in Beijing, China. “Now we see this mutual understanding, […]
China, Russia forge ahead with new global order vision at SCO summit
In a significant display of diplomatic unity, China and Russia have pledged to reshape the global order at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit. The gathering, attended by leaders from over 20 countries, primarily from the Middle East and Asia, marked a crucial step towards creating an alternative power structure to US-led international institutions. Chinese […]
World leaders to gather in Beijing for military parade marking end of WWII
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin will be among the world leaders attending a military parade in China to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. The “Victory Day” parade will be held in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square and will feature a cast of thousands and a […]
UK delays ruling on Chinese embassy amid security concerns
The British government has extended the deadline to October 21 to decide on whether to approve China’s plans to build the largest embassy in Europe in London. The proposed embassy, situated near the Tower of London, has sparked intense debate due to concerns over potential security risks and spying activities. Beijing’s refusal to provide detailed […]
Hong Kong Cancels Passports of Overseas Activists
The Hong Kong government has cancelled the passports of 12 activists based overseas and banned individuals from providing financial support or leasing property to 16 “absconders” in its latest crackdown on activities that it claims pose threats to national security. The move is part of a broader effort to suppress dissent and opposition in the […]
Beijing Floods Claim 44 Lives At A Care Home For Elderly
Flooding in Beijing has resulted in 44 deaths, including 31 residents at a care home for elderly people in the Miyun District. The care home, situated in Taishitun Town, primarily cares for those who are severely disabled, low-income, or receiving minimal living allowances. About 77 elderly residents were inside the home when the floods hit, […]
Heavy Rains Leave 30 Dead in China’s Capital Beijing
At least 30 people have been killed by severe rainfall and flooding in Beijing as heavy rains drench the Chinese capital. The deaths occurred in Beijing’s mountainous northern districts, with 28 killed in Miyun and two in Yanqing, according to the official Xinhua state news agency. “The latest round of heavy rainstorms has left 30 […]
China Advocates Pragmatism at Summit With EU in Uncertain Times
Chinese President Xi Jinping and top EU officials, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa, met in Beijing for the 25th EU-China Summit. The meeting marks 50 years of diplomatic ties between the two entities, but relations have been strained due to trade disagreements and China’s support for Russia’s […]
China Reopens Door to US Trade Talks,
In a significant diplomatic overture, China has reaffirmed its openness to resuming stalled trade negotiations with the United States, signaling a potential de-escalation of trade tensions that have rattled global markets since the beginning of US President Donald Trump’s second term. Speaking at a routine press briefing in Beijing on Wednesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman […]