US Defense Chief Says Military Can Sustain Long Conflict With Iran

The United States has signaled confidence in its military position in the ongoing conflict with Iran, with senior defense officials stating that American forces are prepared to sustain operations for as long as necessary. The remarks reflect Washington’s determination to maintain pressure as

Veteran Chinese Communist Party Leader Song Ping Dies at 109

Song Ping, one of the most senior figures in the history of the Chinese Communist Party and a former member of the powerful Politburo Standing Committee, has died in Beijing at the age of 109. His passing marks the end of a long

Jack Ma and Alibaba Leaders Discuss Future of Education in the AI Era

Alibaba co founder Jack Ma joined senior executives from Alibaba Group and Ant Group this week to meet with teachers in Hangzhou to discuss how education systems should evolve in response to the rapid development of artificial intelligence. The meeting highlighted growing concern

China Weighs Israel Relationship as Iran Conflict Reshapes Middle East Dynamics

China is expected to recalibrate aspects of its relationship with Israel as the latest wave of United States and Israeli military strikes on Iran alters the Middle East security environment. Analysts say Beijing will likely fine tune its diplomatic messaging and economic engagement

US Exports to China Collapse as Trade Wars Reshape Global Supply Chains

United States exports to China have fallen sharply in recent years, highlighting the long term impact of escalating trade tensions and structural changes in China’s economy. After renewed tariff increases in 2025, shipments of American goods to China dropped to levels not seen

Asian Allies Voice Concern Over US Focus Shift as Iran Conflict Escalates

Key United States allies in Asia are expressing growing concern that an extended conflict with Iran could divert American military resources away from the Indo Pacific, potentially weakening deterrence against China at a critical moment for regional security. Officials and lawmakers in Japan,

China Supply Chain Expo to Draw More US Firms and Debut Dedicated AI Section

Beijing’s flagship supply chain exhibition is set to welcome a larger presence of major United States companies this summer, alongside the launch of its first dedicated artificial intelligence section, reflecting cautious but ongoing engagement between the world’s two largest economies. Organisers of the

Melania Trump Chairs UN Security Council Meeting on Children and Conflict

Melania Trump presided over a United Nations Security Council meeting focused on children, technology and education in conflict, marking a historic first for the global body. It was the first time the spouse of a sitting world leader chaired a session of the

China Denounces Strikes on Iran and Calls for Immediate Ceasefire

China has strongly condemned the recent military strikes on Iran by the United States and Israel, urging an immediate ceasefire and a return to diplomatic negotiations to prevent further escalation across the Middle East. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi described the attacks as

Iran Confirms Natanz Nuclear Facility Struck in US and Israeli Military Operation

Iran has confirmed that its key nuclear facility at Natanz was hit during recent military operations conducted by the United States and Israel, marking a sharp escalation in tensions surrounding Tehran’s nuclear program. Speaking in Vienna during a meeting of the International Atomic