US Moves to Restore Stockpiling ‘Panic Button’ in EV Metals Fight with China
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessWashington’s efforts have so far had limited success, and some mining executives complain of a lack of coherent strategy at a time when…
Ursula von der Leyen announces bid for 2nd term – POLITICO
Despite her undeniable capacity to act decisively in times of hardship, the former German minister’s iron-fist leadership style has sometimes put her at odds with…
Year of the Dragon: China faces critical moment in push to revive economy | Business and Economy
China last year narrowly beat its economic growth target of 5 percent, one of its lowest benchmarks in decades. Looking ahead, analysts expect the economy…
Strategic Minerals Geopolitics in Africa: Unraveling Great Power Competition
Abstract: Africa is poised at the forefront of a transformative era as the world shifts towards sustainable energy sources, with its rich mineral reserves emerging…
China to Rally on Reopen; Other Stocks Seen Mixed: Markets Wrap
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMN BusinessAsian shares are set for a mixed start after Wall Street slumped on Friday amid signs US inflation is stickier than expected.…
Spine-chilling private island where entire city was ‘built inside BATTLESHIP’ & residents had 5ft of living space each
A TINY island off the coast of Japan, shaped like a battleship and left abandoned for decades, was a living "hell" for its former residents.…
Russia’s nuclear space weapon a risk for all, says German Space Command chief – POLITICO
The worst-case scenario of an indiscriminate nuclear blast in space radiating out a satellite-frying electromagnetic pulse across low earth orbit would be devastating for everyone,…
UK’s David Cameron preps for battle with Russia’s Lavrov over Ukraine – POLITICO
Optimism Still, some optimism remains inside the British government about the Russia-Ukraine war. Officials expect Ukraine to be able to export its full harvest next…
Chinese refusal to send its workers to Israel after calling the Israeli reserve in the war against Hamas
The tension in Chinese-Israeli relations comes as a result of Israel’s participation in the Economic Corridor Initiative, which was announced by US President “Joe Biden”…
Harnessing Soft Power: China in Global Climate Governance
The history of international order has long been influenced by power politics. Either in the form of realist’s security dilemma or a liberal’s economic superiority.…
Thailand sees Chinese tourism soar as visa requirement dropped | Tourism News
Bangkok, Thailand – Bangkok’s Chinatown, lit up by red-lanterns and decorative banners to celebrate the Lunar New Year holidays, is bustling. As the region welcomed…
The impact of the potential Chinese naval bases on the Atlantic Ocean
According to the latest indicators, China has the largest naval force in the world, estimated at 355 Chinese naval ships compared to 297 American ships.…
Why has China recognised Taliban’s envoy to Beijing? | Taliban News
At an official ceremony held by the Chinese government in Beijing on January 30, a queue of foreign diplomats lined up to present their credentials…
Amitav Ghosh dives deep into opium history in ‘Smoke and Ashes’
On the Shelf 'Smoke and Ashes: Opium's Hidden Histories' By Amitav GhoshFarrar, Straus and Giroux: 416 pages, $32 If you buy books linked on our…
Analysis of media coverage on the Taiwan question
Abstract: This paper analyses international media coverage on the Taiwan question following Taiwan’s 2024 democratic elections. It examines perspectives from Western, Chinese, and Taiwanese media…
The EU is trusting fossil fuel firms to help clean up the carbon – POLITICO
In 2009, as part of a recession recovery package, the European Commission launched a €1 billion program to support eight projects in the hope of…
Polar Silk Route – Modern Diplomacy
The Arctic region has become a focal point of global attention due to its strategic, geopolitical, and economic importance in the twenty-first century. The melting…
Lunar New Year 2024 explained in five emblematic dishes | Arts and Culture News
It’s the year of the dragon, and celebrations are about to begin. Starting on Saturday, hundreds of millions of people around the globe will mark…
Justice Department Takes Action Against Illicit Technology Transfer Schemes Benefiting China and Iran
Justice Department has announced charges and a recent arrest in two separate cases involving illicit technology transfers designed to benefit the governments of China and…
How Taiwan’s elections challenge the power of China’s Communist Party | Elections News
If free and fair national elections are considered the hallmark of a democratic state, Taiwan has much to boast about. In January, the self-ruled island…