Europe’s most serious security challenge comes not from Russia but from its own internal divisions and misjudgements, according to Cui Tiankai, one of China’s most senior and experienced diplomats. Cui argued that European leaders have incorrectly identified Moscow as their primary threat, while
China’s foreign minister has opened his annual New Year tour of Africa with a high profile appeal to uphold a global order rooted in respect for international law, sovereignty and territorial integrity. The visit comes as Beijing and the African Union jointly expressed
The arms race on the Korean peninsula is accelerating, raising questions about how China will respond in 2026 as military tensions between North and South Korea continue to harden. With weapons development advancing on both sides and diplomatic channels strained, regional actors increasingly
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
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 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
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
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
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 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
