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POLITICSAug 20US urges China to back its ‘most crushing economic operation’ against IranUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday urged China to join Washington’s latest efforts to economically pressure and isolate Iran after negotiations to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the six-month conflict collapsed. “Keep in mind, the Chinese get 50 per cent of their energy from the Gulf. So, it would do them a big service to get with the programme,” Bessent told CNBC when asked whether the new economic sanctions would include China. Bessent also said that “many conversations are...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 20Iran , China and Turkey rank as IEA top three diplomatic partners since 2021 | Ariana NewsIran, China, and Turkey are identified as the top three diplomatic partners of the IEA since 2021. This indicates significant international relations involving these countries.ariananews.af · Afghanistan
MILITARYAug 20Alarm in South Korea as Iran dispute with Trump shakes a 72-year allianceTrump's order to scale back military drills rattles Seoul, reviving doubts over US security guarantees.Al Jazeera [en]
BUSINESSAug 19AM Markets Need to Know: Iran escalation risk, Nvidia H200 shipments to China, and moreThe article highlights key market considerations including potential escalation risks involving Iran and shipments of Nvidia H200 to China. These factors are presented as important for morning market understanding.Seeking Alpha Tech
WORLDAug 18The Polar pivot? China debuts regular Arctic shipping service as Iran war drags onAs the Iran war spills over into the Red Sea – a crucial chokepoint for Asia-Europe trade – China has marked a milestone by launching its first regular service through the Arctic’s Northern Sea Route (NSR), a development welcomed by Russia. The route, which runs along Russia’s northern Arctic coast, slashes travel time compared with alternative paths. A journey from Ningbo city on China’s southeast coast to Felixstowe in the United Kingdom takes just 20 days – about half the time required for...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 18Beijing maps strategy to counter US pressure on Iran and challenge unipolarityBeijing is reportedly formulating a strategy to counteract US pressure on Iran and challenge the existing unipolar global order. This indicates a significant geopolitical maneuver with international implications.bankingnews.gr · Greece
MILITARYAug 18Trump reduces U . S .- South Korea drills , citing lack of help on IranFormer President Trump reduced U.S.-South Korea military drills, citing a perceived lack of help from South Korea regarding Iran. This decision impacts international military cooperation and policy.butlereagle.com · United States
POLITICSAug 18Trump criticises South Korea , says declined request to help US in Iran conflict Former President Trump criticized South Korea, claiming the nation declined a request to assist the US in an Iran conflict. This indicates tensions in international relations and foreign policy.batonrougepost.com · United States
MILITARYAug 17Trump reduces US - South Korea drills , citing lack of help on IranThe US is reducing military drills with South Korea, with President Trump citing insufficient assistance from South Korea regarding Iran. This impacts military cooperation and regional dynamics.azdailysun.com · United States
MILITARYAug 17Trump says US to scale back South Korea military drills after it stayed out of Iran warTrump announced the U.S. will scale back military drills with South Korea, citing South Korea's non-involvement in the Iran war. This indicates a shift in US military policy and alliance strategy.capitalfm.africa
BUSINESSAug 17Japanese automakers vulnerable to one-two punch of Iran war, yen rallyJapanese automakers vulnerable to one-two punch of Iran war, yen rallyCNBC
MILITARYAug 16US - South Korea military drills : Trump cites North Korean relations and Iran policy in call to scale back exercisesFormer President Trump reportedly cited North Korean relations and Iran policy as reasons for scaling back US-South Korea military drills. This decision reflects shifts in international defense strategy and diplomacy.smh.com.au · Australia
MILITARYAug 16US - South Korea military drills : Trump cites North Korean relations and Iran policy in call to scale back exercisesTrump has called for scaling back US-South Korea military drills, citing their impact on North Korean relations and Iran policy. This indicates a potential shift in military strategy and international diplomacy.brisbanetimes.com.au · Australia
CONFLICTAug 15How Iran War Is Quietly Destroying US biggest ally i . e . Japanarynews.tv · Pakistan
CONFLICTAug 14Yes, the Iran War Really Is Similar to VietnamTrump’s war is “The Best and the Brightest”—but without the best and the brightest.Foreign Policy
POLITICSAug 13China Rare - Earth Scientists in Iran : What the New Strategic Partnership Means for US - China RivalryThe presence of Chinese rare-earth scientists in Iran signifies a new strategic partnership with implications for the US-China rivalry. This development could reshape geopolitical dynamics and resource control.openthemagazine.com · India
POLITICSAug 12China is sending scientists to Iran for rare earth ‘exploration and processing’China is expanding its scientific collaboration with Iran into the strategically sensitive field of rare earths, including processing technologies that Beijing has increasingly sought to protect from overseas transfer. The National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) unveiled the latest joint workshop programme with its Iranian counterpart on Monday, listing the “exploration and processing of rare earth elements” among five areas selected for cooperation. The Chinese side will provide...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 12BTS bump? Hong Kong’s hotels set for bonanza from superstars’ Arirang world tourThe arrival of BTS’s world tour in Hong Kong next year is expected to be a sure-fire hit with the city’s hospitality sector, with hotels likely to see a similar surge in bookings to the one experienced in Seoul earlier this year when the South Korean pop superstars launched their comeback series of concerts, according to analysts. When BTS kicked off their Arirang world tour – their first since completing mandatory military training – in the South Korean capital in April, local hotels recorded a...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 12Asian stocks trade mixed amid Iran deal uncertainty; tech rally boosts KOSPI and ChinaAsian stock markets are trading mixed, influenced by uncertainty regarding an Iran deal, while technology stocks are performing strongly in KOSPI and China. This reflects the interplay of geopolitical events and sector-specific trends on global financial markets.Seeking Alpha Tech
BUSINESSAug 12Price of gold is being driven up by Donald Trump trade wars , his real war on Iran , AI growing bill and the Japanese yen crisisThe price of gold is reportedly increasing due to factors including Donald Trump's trade wars, tensions with Iran, the growing cost of AI, and the Japanese yen crisis. This highlights how various global events are influencing market prices.smh.com.au · Australia
CONFLICTAug 10Iran - US Conflict Creates New China ChallengesThe conflict between Iran and the US is creating new challenges for China. This indicates the broader international impact of the ongoing geopolitical tensions.newkerala.com · India
BUSINESSAug 10How China Seemingly Weathered The Iran War Oil StormThis article examines how China reportedly managed the economic impact of the Iran War's oil crisis. It analyzes the resilience of China's economy amidst global geopolitical events.dailycaller.com · United States
POLITICSAug 10Trump says US low - keying it with Iran - The Korea TimesTrump stated that the US is approaching its relations with Iran in a 'low-key' manner. This offers insight into the perceived current strategy of US foreign policy towards Iran.koreatimes.co.kr · South Korea
CONFLICTAug 9The U . S . is burning through weapons in Iran . Russia and China are taking note . courant.com · United States