Why censuses matter more than people realise Population censuses are often seen as dull administrative exercises that require residents to fill out forms and answer personal questions every few years. Yet this perception understates their real value. A census is one of the
A Remark That Sparked Global Attention Former US president Donald Trump has drawn international attention after revealing that he personally ordered a one day delay to a US military strike in Nigeria so it would coincide with Christmas. Speaking in an interview, Trump
A Trade Imbalance Moving Toward a New Peak Germany’s trade relationship with China is entering a more fragile phase as the country’s deficit with its largest import partner moves toward a historic high. Analysts warn that the widening gap, driven by falling German
A New Strategy Built on Minerals and Power As competition between major powers intensifies, access to critical minerals has emerged as one of the defining strategic issues of the decade. These materials sit at the heart of advanced technologies ranging from electric vehicles
A Diplomatic Visit Under Growing Strain As two thousand twenty five comes to a close, relations between Washington and Beijing are once again under pressure, this time due to a record breaking arms sale to Taiwan. Analysts warn that the deteriorating atmosphere could
French Food and the Image of Fine Living For decades, Chinese consumers have linked French products with elegance, craftsmanship, and high living. From fashion and cosmetics to wine and cuisine, French branding carries a powerful cultural appeal in China. Now France is looking
Members of the United Nations Security Council have urged restraint and dialogue as political and security tensions continue to escalate in Venezuela, warning that further confrontation could deepen instability in the country and the wider region. During recent discussions, council members stressed the
The enduring legacy of Ping Pong Diplomacy was highlighted this week at an annual commemorative event in Los Angeles, where diplomats, athletes, scholars, and community leaders gathered to reflect on the role of sport in reshaping China US relations. The event revisited the
Shenzhen has once again emerged as China’s leading city for foreign trade, posting the highest total trade value nationwide during the January to November period. The performance underlines the city’s continued role as a core engine of China’s export and import activity despite
China has publicly condemned the United States for escalating military pressure on Venezuela, but behind the strong language Beijing may also be quietly assessing the strategic opportunities created by a more confrontational global order. The recent interception of tankers linked to Venezuelan oil
