Why Iran is unlikely to follow Venezuela’s path despite protests and pressure from Trump

Iran is facing renewed street protests alongside mounting pressure from the United States, raising questions about whether it could experience a crisis similar to that seen recently in Venezuela. Yet many analysts argue that despite surface similarities, Iran’s political, regional and strategic position

Xi Jinping Warns Against Hegemony as China Signals Commitment to Multilateral Order

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,

Cambodia and Thailand Move Toward Normal Relations After Trilateral Talks Hosted by China

Cambodia and Thailand have agreed to take concrete steps toward restoring normal relations and strengthening their ceasefire following high level trilateral talks held in China, signalling a cautious easing of tensions between the two Southeast Asian neighbours. The agreement was reached during a

Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy Highlighted as Guiding Force for China’s Global Strategy

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Tuesday that China’s diplomatic achievements in recent years have been shaped and strengthened by Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy, which he described as a strategic framework offering intellectual depth and clear direction for the country’s engagement

Why China brought its criticism of Japan to the UN twice but avoided raising it at the G20

China’s recent diplomatic moves have drawn attention after its ambassador to the United Nations publicly criticised Japan twice within four days over comments related to Taiwan. Analysts say Beijing’s choice to use the UN as its main platform reflects a strategic calculation about

Analysis: Xi Jinping Adopts Softer Diplomatic Tone as China Confronts Economic Challenges

Chinese President Xi Jinping appears to be moving away from the confrontational “wolf warrior” diplomacy that once defined Beijing’s foreign policy approach, as China grapples with a slowing economy, weakening investor confidence, and growing international pressure. The shift signals a recalibration of China’s

Beijing Strengthens Cooperation with Pacific Island Nations and Deepens Ties with Qatar

Beijing reaffirmed its commitment to expanding cooperation with Pacific Island countries, pledging to enhance collaboration across trade, governance, and sustainable development under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative. The announcement was made on Tuesday by Zhao Leji, chairman of the Standing

China Pushes Regional Diplomacy to Build Stronger Financial and Trade Networks Across Asia

China is broadening its diplomatic and financial outreach across Asia through a series of new initiatives that link trade, investment, and policy dialogue. These efforts are aimed at creating an integrated regional economy supported by stable financial frameworks and collaborative development programs. High-level

China Expands Belt and Road Partnerships to Drive Sustainable Global Development

China is intensifying its efforts to modernize and expand the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as part of a broader strategy to promote inclusive economic growth and strengthen international cooperation. Over a decade after its launch, the BRI has evolved from a large-scale

BRICS Nations Strengthen Financial Cooperation to Build Alternative Global Framework

The BRICS group of major emerging economies is accelerating plans to deepen financial cooperation and reduce vulnerability to global market volatility. Recent policy coordination among member states reflects a shared ambition to create financial mechanisms that support development financing, local currency settlements, and