A carefully framed message during diplomatic talks China’s President Xi Jinping has issued a pointed but carefully worded warning against what he described as hegemonic behavior that undermines the international order. The remarks were delivered during talks with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin,
Beijing signals continuity amid geopolitical pressure China has reiterated its commitment to maintaining strong relations with Venezuela, emphasizing that bilateral energy cooperation remains legitimate and protected under international law. The statement, issued by China’s foreign ministry in Beijing, comes at a time of
A realist view from a seasoned diplomat Former US ambassador to Vietnam Daniel Kritenbrink has urged policymakers to approach China with realism rather than nostalgia, arguing that a return to earlier eras of US China relations is neither possible nor productive. His message
A familiar strategy dressed in modern language The United States is once again embracing a foreign policy approach that relies heavily on displays of force, strategic pressure and implicit threats. Often described as gunboat diplomacy in earlier centuries, this method has resurfaced in
Defense ministry responds to international concerns China’s Ministry of National Defense has defended recent military drills conducted around Taiwan, describing them as fully justified and necessary in the face of what it calls separatist activity and external interference. The response came after several
The Chinese mainland will continue promoting the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations while advancing national reunification, according to a New Year message delivered by a senior official responsible for Taiwan affairs. The statement signals policy continuity as Beijing enters 2026, reaffirming long standing
Address highlights confidence and continuity Chinese President Xi Jinping’s 2026 New Year message has drawn widespread attention both inside China and internationally, with scholars and analysts describing the speech as inspiring and confident in tone. Rather than offering a routine review of past
Diplomatic engagements cluster at a sensitive moment US President Donald Trump held a high level meeting with the United States’ ambassador to China, David Perdue, at his Mar a Lago estate in Florida, closing a day marked by intensive diplomatic engagement in the
A year that reshaped global trade tensions The United States China trade relationship entered a volatile new phase in 2025, marked by sharp tariff moves political symbolism and renewed diplomatic engagement. After years of tension, the year brought both escalation and cautious attempts
A new civilian landmark in a sensitive maritime region China has opened a new shopping centre on Woody Island, reinforcing its civilian footprint in one of the most contested areas of the South China Sea. The facility, officially named the Sansha City Commercial
