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POLITICSSep 5China to proceed with Brahmaputra mega dam despite new concernsDubbed the ‘project of the century’ by Beijing, it has been included in China’s 15th Five-Year Plan for renewable energy; of concern to India is the impact it could have downstream, particularly in the aftermath of the recent devastating flash flood along the Nepal-China borderThe Hindu
POLITICSSep 5Bridges to China , Russia preparing to open as North Korea deepens ties with bothNorth Korea is deepening its ties with China and Russia, with bridges preparing to open, signaling stronger geopolitical and economic connections.globalsecurity.org · Syria
POLITICSSep 5China ready to work with South Pacific countries to contribute to regional peace : FM on claims about missile test launchChina's Foreign Minister states the country's readiness to collaborate with South Pacific nations on regional peace, amid allegations concerning a missile test launch. This reflects China's diplomatic posture and regional security dynamics.globalsecurity.org · Syria
POLITICSSep 5Canada and China thaw continues as militaries hold first talks in 8 years amid US pressureChina and Canada’s armed forces held their first round of talks in eight years on Friday in the face of growing tensions with the United States. The Chinese defence ministry said there had been a candid and in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern. “[Both sides] expressed willingness to strengthen practical exchanges and cooperation between the two militaries, and enhanced mutual understanding and trust,” the ministry added. It was the first meeting...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 5Singapore investigates racism related to China-Nepal disaster, Air India investmentPolice are investigating “shameful” racist and xenophobic online comments about the China-Nepal disaster and Singapore Airlines’ (SIA) investment in Air India, Senior Minister K Shanmugam said on Saturday. Mr Shanmugam told reporters that the Ministry of Digital Development and Information will also ask social media platforms to remove comments that breach guidelines. “The media tells me that they had to remove several comments because they were so nasty. I don’t know if all the comments are all...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 5China Focus : China moves to create phone - free classrooms , help minors navigate digital age - XinhuaChina is implementing policies to establish phone-free classrooms and assist minors in navigating the digital age, as reported by Xinhua. This reflects a significant government initiative to manage technology's impact on youth education and development.english.news.cn
POLITICSSep 5A Message to China from Japan’s Takaichi AdministrationCan Japan ‘normalize’ relations?The Diplomat
POLITICSSep 5Trump plans state dinner for Xi during China leader US tripTrump is planning a state dinner for China's leader, Xi Jinping, during his upcoming trip to the U.S. This signifies an important diplomatic engagement between the two global powers.businesstimes.com.sg · Singapore
POLITICSSep 5China rise , Iran ties fuel global shift challenging US hegemony : Analystspresstv.co.uk
POLITICSSep 4US control over Venezuelan oil threatens billions of dollars owed to ChinaAfter the agreement with Caracas to control 65 billion barrels of crude oil, Donald Trump seeks to sideline China and Russia from business with Caracas. Chinese creditors could be the hardest hit by the new situation.Clarín
POLITICSSep 4Why the EU is giving Arctic shipping the cold shoulder as China and Russia push aheadAs Beijing and Moscow double down on the Arctic shipping route, Europe is hitting the brakes. Despite being the main destination for goods along the route and accounting for most of the world’s shipping giants, Europe opposes the commercialisation of Arctic transits, wary of fragile polar ecosystems and navigational risks amid rising anxiety over Russia and China’s closer polar collaboration. “In Europe, cooperation between China and Russia on container shipping is often viewed as another...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 4Exclusive-China's Xi to bring large CEO delegation on US visit, sources sayYahoo Finance
POLITICSSep 4Indonesia’s Emerging China DependenciesIs this the beginning of the end of Jakarta’s truly “free and active” foreign policy?The Diplomat
POLITICSSep 4India at the SCO : Navigating China , Russia and a changing Eurasian orderThe article discusses India's role within the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and its efforts to manage relationships with China and Russia amidst evolving geopolitical dynamics in Eurasia. This highlights India's strategic positioning in a complex regional order.hindustantimes.com · India
POLITICSSep 4China and South Korea accuse each other of undermining key national principlesChina and South Korea have exchanged formal protests over the highly sensitive Taiwan question and Korean unity. The two countries have been trying to improve relations in recent months, but South Korean national security adviser Wi Sung-lac said he had issued “a serious objection” after an official Chinese statement welcomed moves “towards the peaceful coexistence of the two states of South and North Korea”. Meanwhile, Beijing “lodged serious representations” with Seoul over an art event that...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 4EU budget offers chance to loosen China's grip on critical raw materials for EuropeThe EU says it wants to break its dependence on China for critical raw materials (CRM)—the next MFF (Multiannual Financial Framework) will test whether Brussels is serious about its sovereignty, argues Nora Kürzdörfer at the Munich Security Conference.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 4Despite rivalry, China-India coexistence is not a pipe dreamWhen Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, the encounter was short and carefully choreographed while the message was warm. Modi had earlier said that stable and predictable ties between the two nations matter for a multipolar Asia and world. The larger moment will come on September 12 and 13, when Xi is expected to visit New Delhi for the first time in seven years. He is likely to lead a...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 4Nepal Foreign Minister rules out climate compensation demand , says govt made no such ask from India , China or US after floodsNepal's Foreign Minister has stated that the government has not made any demands for climate compensation from India, China, or the US following floods. This clarifies Nepal's stance on international climate aid.southeastasiapost.com · Pakistan
POLITICSSep 4Trade chief Greer ‘optimistic’ the US and China can stabilise tiesUS Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said both Washington and Beijing were seeking stability in their relationship and that he remained optimistic about ties ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s expected visit to the United States later this month. “I am optimistic. The Chinese very much want to have a stable relationship. That’s the word they use: stability. We’re in favour of that as well,” Greer said in an interview with Fox News on Thursday. He also said announcements on...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 4China lashes back at US over G20 row ahead of Xi-Trump summitBeijing says Trump’s tariffs and Iran war energy crisis are damaging to global economyFinancial Times
POLITICSSep 4China stands to gain from US visa restrictions targeting African countriesThe latest US visa restrictions on citizens of African countries are facing increasing criticism that they are not only punitive but also likely to backfire by driving those nations closer to China. Since August 1, visa services have been suspended in 25 African cities, forcing applicants to travel to other approved locations, sometimes in another country. Travellers from 30 African nations must also post a US$20,000 bond, which is refundable if they depart on time. Separately, 26 countries face...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 4Nepal Foreign Minister rules out climate compensation demand , says govt made no such ask from India , China or US after floodsNepal's Foreign Minister has stated that the government did not request climate compensation from India, China, or the US following floods. This clarifies Nepal's stance on international climate aid after natural disasters.taiwansun.com · China
POLITICSSep 4China willing to play ball with US on Iran economic isolation : Vance says Beijing more responsible than TehranChina reportedly indicates willingness to cooperate with the US regarding the economic isolation of Iran, with Vance stating Beijing is more responsible than Tehran. This suggests a potential shift in international pressure on Iran and evolving US-China relations.taiwansun.com · China
POLITICSSep 4China willing to play ball with US on Iran economic isolation : Vance says Beijing more responsible than TehranChina is reportedly willing to cooperate with the US regarding the economic isolation of Iran, according to Vance, who states Beijing is more responsible than Tehran. This suggests a potential alignment between major powers on a significant international policy issue, impacting a Middle Eastern nation.batonrougepost.com · United States