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POLITICS14h agoSteinmeier urges China to use its influence on Russia to end war against UkraineGerman Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has called on China to use its influence over Russia to secure an end to Russian attacks on Ukraine and the start of serious peace negotiations.Ukrinform [en]
POLITICS1d agoUkraine's Zelenskyy irked by US-Russia-China summitVolodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced his concerns about a probable meeting between the leaders of the US, China and Russia next month. Plus, a localized truce appeared to be holding in the town of Oleshky.DW News [en]
POLITICS1d agoWhy Are Russia and China Cooperating on ‘Patriotic Education’?China has decades of experience in “patriotic education.” What it can learn from Russia is how to use education to support a war effort.The Diplomat
POLITICS2d agoRubio invokes China, Russia to defend disputed Venezuela oil dealUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio has defended Washington’s oil agreement in Venezuela as an alternative to Chinese and Russian involvement, pushing back against criticism from opposition leader Maria Corina Machado. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Rubio said most of the oilfields controlled by the company partnering with Washington had previously been held or operated by Chinese or Russian firms. He argued that the agreement would help revive production while securing US access to reserves in...South China Morning Post
POLITICS6d agoJapan-Russia ties erode as journalist sits in Moscow jailJapan is demanding access to a journalist who was arrested by Russian security services. The Kremlin claims that Japan is using journalists as spies.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 23Growing practical cooperation boosts China - Russia ties - People Daily OnlineIncreasing practical cooperation is strengthening the ties between China and Russia. This indicates a deepening of their bilateral relationship, which has geopolitical significance.en.people.cn · China
POLITICSOct 23Treasury proposes curbs on high-tech investments in China, Russia, North KoreaThe Treasury Department on Thursday proposed a rule to curb American high-tech investments, including AI, outbound to U.S. adversaries like China, Russia, North Korea and other “countries of concern.” The rule expands restrictions in the Outbound Investment Security Program (OISP) on hypersonic systems and quantum information technologies, high-performance computing and supercomputing, as well as AI.…The Hill
POLITICSOct 22Chinese premier says China , Russia work side by side in complex , turbulent worldThe Chinese premier stated that China and Russia are collaborating in a complex global environment. This highlights ongoing diplomatic cooperation and strategic alignment between two major global powers.en.people.cn · China
POLITICSOct 21Is China a Russia-allied Arctic threat to Europe or a potential polar partner?Europe should work with Beijing to develop shipping through the Arctic rather than trying to advance its transatlantic security alliance by framing China as a threat linked to Russia. That was the assessment of Chinese analysts following the release of the European Union’s Arctic policy on Tuesday. In addition to identifying Russia as its main threat, the policy warns of Beijing’s growing strategic ambitions in the European Arctic through its deepening alignment with Moscow. “With our new...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 20EU unveils Arctic strategy to counter increasing Russia, China influenceThe European Commission has presented an updated strategy for the Arctic as climate change and rapidly melting ice open up the remote but resource-rich region. “With Russia and China increasing their footprint and ambition, the Arctic has become a front line of global power competition,” said European Union foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas on Tuesday. With the new strategy, the commission aims for the EU to keep pace with rivals as new shipping routes and mining opportunities, including for...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 20Student sent back to China over Japanese rising sun flag incident in RussiaA Chinese student who draped himself in the Japanese rising sun flag in a Russian university classroom has been expelled and asked to leave the country, according to state-run newspaper Global Times. The flag was used by the Japanese military during its imperial expansion and is still used by Japan’s Maritime Self-Defence Force. It remains a symbol of Japanese militarism and aggression in China and other parts of Asia. Moscow State University made the decision after the student was criticised by...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 20Trump hints at imminent release of US hostage in Russia , says Moscow , BeijingforFormer President Trump has hinted at the impending release of a US hostage held in Russia, as stated by Moscow. This suggests ongoing diplomatic efforts regarding a sensitive international issue.chinanationalnews.com · China
POLITICSOct 20Trump hints at imminent release of US hostage in Russia , says Moscow , Beijingforaustraliannews.net · Australia
POLITICSOct 19Angola Geopolitics : US , China , Russia , EU and GulfThe title discusses the geopolitics of Angola, involving key global powers and regions such as the US, China, Russia, EU, and the Gulf states. This suggests an analysis of international influence and relations concerning Angola.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
POLITICSOct 18 We asked European allies to put secondary tariffs on India and China for buying Russian oil , they refused : Scott BessentScott Bessent stated that European allies refused requests to impose secondary tariffs on India and China for their purchase of Russian oil. This reveals a significant point of contention and disagreement among international partners regarding economic sanctions.aninews.in · India
POLITICSOct 17Cuba Geopolitics : US , Russia , China and EU in 2026This article discusses the geopolitical landscape of Cuba, focusing on its relations with the US, Russia, China, and the EU projected for 2026. It analyzes the complex international dynamics surrounding the island nation.riotimesonline.com · Brazil
POLITICSOct 16Americans see China more positively than Russia, but both near bottom of G20: Pew reportAs the US prepares to host the G20 summit in Miami in December, Americans’ views of participating countries vary, with China viewed more favourably than Russia, although both rank near the bottom, according to the latest Pew Research Centre report. Americans gave China an average rating of 37 out of 100, compared with 27 for Russia, Pew found in a report released on Friday. Canada, Australia, Japan and Italy received the warmest ratings, with average scores in the mid-to-high 60s. “Russia stands...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 16Rubio Heads To Central Asia As US Seeks Bigger Role In Region Dominated By Russia, ChinaUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads to Uzbekistan this weekend for talks with five Central Asian countries as the Trump administration seeks to strengthen commercial ties and expand Washington's strategic presence in the region.RFE/RL
POLITICSOct 14Japanese journalist arrest in Russia's Far East draws rebuke from Tokyo in latest diplomatic spat with MoscowA journalist for a Japanese newspaper was arrested on suspicion of spying in Russia's Far East. A geopolitical rivalry over disputed islands in the region has recently caused tension.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 14Russia’s Arrest of a Japanese Journalist Deepens the Freeze in Japan-Russia RelationsThe case of Hokkaido Shimbun correspondent Imai Yuki could chill reporting from Russia’s Far East and narrow the space for even limited diplomatic engagement.The Diplomat
POLITICSOct 14Russia arrests Japanese journalist on suspicion of ‘espionage’A Japanese journalist has been detained in Russia on suspicion of spying for Japanese intelligence.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 14Japan Protests Russia’s Detention of Journalist Accused of SpyingTokyo summoned Russia’s ambassador after a Japanese reporter was arrested in Russia’s far east and accused of collecting military intelligence.NYT World
POLITICSOct 14Russia detains Japanese journalist, alleging espionageThe arrest comes as bilateral relations have sharply deteriorated over the war in Ukraine and the territorial dispute over the Kuril Islands.Washington Post World
POLITICSOct 14Russia’s arrest of Japanese journalist: Why are tensions rising?Japanese journalist Imai Yuki arrested on Sakhalin for allegedly spying on Russian defence capabilities, says the FSB.Al Jazeera [en]