TikTok faces shutdown as US House of Representatives passes ban bill. Here’s what you need to know
TikTok users in the United States could soon be shut out of the popular app, as politicians move forward with a bill giving its Chinese-based…
Opinion: Three reasons China would be happier with Trump than Biden
The month after former President Trump left office in 2021, Matt Pottinger, who had been the point man for China on Trump’s National Security Council,…
World watches as China sets out priorities for 2024 | Business and Economy
National People’s Congress discusses future of nation amid increasingly turbulent geopolitics. China’s plans for the coming year have been set out at its National People’s…
China hints wine tariffs no longer necessary with final decision expected within weeks
In short: Beijing could lift its tariffs on wine as an interim decision by Chinese authorities reports duties are no longer needed.In October Beijing agreed to review…
China, Iran and Russia stage joint naval drills in Gulf of Oman | Military News
Military exercises running through March 16 are to involve warships and aviation. The navies of China, Iran and Russia have begun joint drills in the…
Five key takeaways from China’s annual meeting of parliament | Business and Economy News
China’s week-long meeting of the National People’s Congress (NPC), which gathered some 3,000 delegates from the political, business and cultural elite in Beijing, has closed…
Fear of China, Russia and Iran is driving weapons sales: Report | Weapons News
The aggressive postures of disruptive states drove arms sales in Europe, the Middle East and Asia during the past five years, according to a new…
China wraps up national congress with eye on sagging economy | Business and Economy
The world’s second-largest economy is facing challenges, including an ailing housing market and weak domestic demand. China’s leaders are wrapping up a weeklong key conclave…
Fears of mass migration from Myanmar as military plans to draft thousands | Conflict News
Ko Naing* is just the sort of young man Myanmar’s military is looking for. Hoping to make up for recruitment shortfalls and battlefield losses against…
US Key to Philippines’ Plan to Tap Oil, Gas in South China Sea
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessThe Philippines is counting on the US and its allies to play a crucial role in its plans to explore energy resources…
China to extend visa exemption to six European countries
It’s about to get easier for some foreign travelers to visit China, with the government announcing plans to extend its visa exemption policy to six…
Hong Kong government releases draft new national security law | Politics News
New bill includes lengthy prison terms for offences such as treason and longer sentences for acts deemed to be sedition. Hong Kong’s Legislative Council has…
Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers: Revamping India’s Neighbourhood Policy
India’s foreign policy landscape of today faces the challenge of navigating an increasingly complex and dynamic neighbourhood problem brought on by geopolitics and China’s growing…
FM Wang Yi insists China ‘force for peace’; defends Russian ties | Politics News
Speaking at a rare press conference in Beijing, Wang Yi calls for peace talks to bring two-year-old Ukraine conflict to an end. China’s Foreign Minister…
China does not have the leverage to end the Red Sea crisis; the US does | Israel War on Gaza
In the beginning of Israel’s devastating war on Gaza, China appeared to be on the same page with its regional partners, Saudi Arabia and Iran,…
China, Modernization, High Level Development and New World Order
1. China is entering the “two sessions” time. How do you view the significance of the “Two Sessions” in China and the decisions made by…
Philippines says ship damaged in South China Sea incident with Chinese boat | South China Sea News
Collision occurred as the coast guard escorted a resupply mission to sailors on grounded ship at Second Thomas Shoal. The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has…
‘Two sessions’: China sets 5 percent growth target, boosts military budget | Economy
Beijing sets one of its lowest targets in decades amid property crisis, slowing exports and population decline. China has set its economic growth target for…
Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Junior wanted direct phone line to Xi Jinping to avoid South China Sea conflict
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Junior says the potential for conflict with China in the South China Sea is increasing and wants Chinese President Xi Jinping…
Australia gives $41mn to ASEAN countries for ‘free, open’ South China Sea | South China Sea News
Funds come after Philippine president told Australian parliament he would ‘not yield’ a ‘square inch’ in the South China Sea. Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong…