New satellite images on Google Maps have surfaced, showing a dramatic expansion in China's nuclear submarine base near Qingdao, with at least six nuclear-powered subs docked at a navy base near Qingdao, according to the US Sun.
The images taken from Google Maps, show six nuclear-powered submarines stationed at the First Submarine Base, about 18km east of Qingdao in the Yellow Sea. &nbsp;
The base gives China quick entry to strategic maritime areas including the East China Sea and the Sea of Japan.&nbsp;
Australian naval analyst Alex Luck shared the images on X, as he identified Type 091 subs, two Type 093A subs, and one unidentified vessel.&nbsp;
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Luck further noted the presence of the Type 092 ballistic missile submarine, which is China's only one of its kind until it was recently replaced by the Type 094.&nbsp;
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GE imagery update of Qingdao First Submarine Base, with several nuclear powered boats visible. Red Type 09I (likely training boats/MTS), green Type 09III(A), blue Type 09IV SSBN, yellow unidentified hull, 09IIIA or possibly 09IIIB, purple unidentified hull in dock. <a href="https://t.co/CaWPOGCk9T">pic.twitter.com/CaWPOGCk9T</a>
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Taiwan is conducting military drills as it anticipates a possible Chinese invasion. Both sides are preparing for their nation's security, with China developing floating bridges and barges for rapid troop deployment across the Taiwan Strait.
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<h2>'Taiwan preps for all-out Chinese assault'</h2>
Amid all this, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) also reported a sharp rise in Chinese military activity around its airspace and waters on Thursday.&nbsp;
The MND stated that 34 aircraft of the People&rsquo;s Liberation Army (PLA), six naval vessels from the People&rsquo;s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), and two official ships were detected around the island until 6 am.&nbsp;
Moreover, after these satellite images surfaced, Taiwan launched a two-week military simulation, with the aim to prepare an all-out Chinese assault.
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Using US-built simulation tools, the annual Han Kuang exercises are considering various scenarios, including grey zone attacks and a 2027 full-scale invasion.&nbsp;
Taiwan&rsquo;s defence minister Wellington Koo said this year&rsquo;s drills are based on &ldquo;a hypothetical invasion by China in 2027.&rdquo; Further, in July, they will also conduct live-fire drills.&nbsp;
China-Taiwan has been indulged in such military actions, as Beijing continues to force pressure on Taipei.&nbsp;
Despite Taiwan governed itself since 1949, Beijing considers it as a part of China and according to its "One China" policy, China still claims the island.&nbsp;
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The images taken from Google Maps, show six nuclear-powered submarines stationed at the First Submarine Base, about 18km east of Qingdao in the Yellow Sea.  WORLD

New satellite images on Google Maps have surfaced, showing a dramatic expansion in China's nuclear submarine base near Qingdao, with at least six nuclear-powered subs docked at a navy base near Qingdao, according to the US Sun. The images taken from Google Maps, show six nuclear-powered submarines stationed at the First Submarine Base, about 18km east of Qingdao in the Yellow Sea. The base gives China quick entry to strategic maritime areas including the East China Sea and the Sea of Japan. Australian naval analyst Alex Luck shared the images on X, as he identified Type 091 subs, two Type 093A subs, and one unidentified vessel. Also read: Explainer: Where is the Taiwan Strait? Will it become a theatre of war if China invades Taiwan? Luck further noted the presence of the Type 092 ballistic missile submarine, which is China's only one of its kind until it was recently replaced by the Type 094. GE imagery update of Qingdao First Submarine Base, with several nuclear powered boats visible. Red Type 09I (likely training boats/MTS), green Type 09III(A), blue Type 09IV SSBN, yellow unidentified hull, 09IIIA or possibly 09IIIB, purple unidentified hull in dock. pic.twitter.com/CaWPOGCk9T — Alex Luck (@AlexLuck9) April 11, 2025 Taiwan is conducting military drills as it anticipates a possible Chinese invasion. Both sides are preparing for their nation's security, with China developing floating bridges and barges for rapid troop deployment across the Taiwan Strait. Also read: Is Trump’s tariff war pushing 'desperate' China closer to its neighbours? Here's how Beijing wants to 'team up' with India 'Taiwan preps for all-out Chinese assault' Amid all this, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) also reported a sharp rise in Chinese military activity around its airspace and waters on Thursday. The MND stated that 34 aircraft of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA), six naval vessels from the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), and two official ships were detected around the island until 6 am. Moreover, after these satellite images surfaced, Taiwan launched a two-week military simulation, with the aim to prepare an all-out Chinese assault. WATCH | Potential war in Taiwan can cost up to 10% of global GDP: Report Using US-built simulation tools, the annual Han Kuang exercises are considering various scenarios, including grey zone attacks and a 2027 full-scale invasion. Taiwan’s defence minister Wellington Koo said this year’s drills are based on “a hypothetical invasion by China in 2027.” Further, in July, they will also conduct live-fire drills. China-Taiwan has been indulged in such military actions, as Beijing continues to force pressure on Taipei. Despite Taiwan governed itself since 1949, Beijing considers it as a part of China and according to its "One China" policy, China still claims the island. Also read: US to continue Taiwan-friendly approach after White House race, says Taipei

Is China again conspiring against Taiwan? Beijing's secret nuclear submarines spotted near Taiwan on Google maps

Amid Trump's intensifying <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinas-economy-grew-54-in-first-quarter-but-us-tariffs-putting-pressure-on-economy-trade-8966732">trade war</a>, China is now facing tariffs up to 245% on imports to the United States as a result of its retaliatory actions, according to a White House statement.&nbsp;
This comes after China instructed its airlines not to take any further deliveries of Boeing jets, in response to US President Donald Trump's 145% tariffs.&nbsp;
However, now, as it sums up, China now faces up to 245% tariffs on imports to the US as the two nations keep on imposing retaliatory tariffs, with no mood to negotiate.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Trump has paused tariffs on more than 75 nations, which he claims, has contacted him and the US representatives for negotiations.&nbsp;
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<h2>China responds&nbsp;</h2>
China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian responded to an inquiry about the 245% tariff report, saying "You can ask the US side for the specific tax rate figures".&nbsp;
China further warned that it was "not afraid" to fight a trade war with the US and reiterated calls for dialogue.&nbsp;
"If the US really wants to resolve the issue through dialogue and negotiation, it should stop exerting extreme pressure, stop threatening and blackmailing, and talk to China on the basis of equality, respect, and mutual benefit," Lin Jian said.
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After China pulled out of the Boeing agreement to take delivery of aircraft it committed to, Trump took to Truth Social, saying, "Interestingly, they just reneged on the big Boeing deal, saying that they will &lsquo;not take possession&rsquo; of fully committed to aircraft.&rdquo; He also criticised the Biden administration, saying, &ldquo;They had ZERO respect for the Crooked Biden Administration, and who can blame them for that?&rdquo;
On Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that Trump is open to making a trade deal with China, but Beijing should make the first move.&nbsp;
"The ball is in China's court: China needs to make a deal with us, we don't have to make a deal with them," Leavitt told a press briefing. "China wants what we have ... the American consumer, or to put another way, they need our money," Leavitt said.
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World: This comes after China instructed its airlines not to take any further deliveries of Boeing jets, in response to US President Donald Trump's 145% tariffs.

Amid Trump's intensifying trade war, China is now facing tariffs up to 245% on imports to the United States as a result of its retaliatory actions, according to a White House statement. This comes after China instructed its airlines not to take any further deliveries of Boeing jets, in response to US President Donald Trump's 145% tariffs. However, now, as it sums up, China now faces up to 245% tariffs on imports to the US as the two nations keep on imposing retaliatory tariffs, with no mood to negotiate. Meanwhile, Trump has paused tariffs on more than 75 nations, which he claims, has contacted him and the US representatives for negotiations. WATCH | China's GDP growth defies expectations, tariff risks loom China responds China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian responded to an inquiry about the 245% tariff report, saying "You can ask the US side for the specific tax rate figures". China further warned that it was "not afraid" to fight a trade war with the US and reiterated calls for dialogue. "If the US really wants to resolve the issue through dialogue and negotiation, it should stop exerting extreme pressure, stop threatening and blackmailing, and talk to China on the basis of equality, respect, and mutual benefit," Lin Jian said. Also read: China opens to talks with US amid tariff war, wants Trump admin to show respect After China pulled out of the Boeing agreement to take delivery of aircraft it committed to, Trump took to Truth Social, saying, "Interestingly, they just reneged on the big Boeing deal, saying that they will ‘not take possession’ of fully committed to aircraft.” He also criticised the Biden administration, saying, “They had ZERO respect for the Crooked Biden Administration, and who can blame them for that?” On Tuesday, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that Trump is open to making a trade deal with China, but Beijing should make the first move. "The ball is in China's court: China needs to make a deal with us, we don't have to make a deal with them," Leavitt told a press briefing. "China wants what we have ... the American consumer, or to put another way, they need our money," Leavitt said. Also read: Trump says 'ball is in China's court' on Beijing to make tariff deal with him

'Stop threatening': China warns after US slaps Beijing with whopping 245% tariffs

China has reportedly said that it will be open to talks with the United States (US) but wants the US&nbsp;administration to show more respect amid disparaging remarks by members of its cabinet. This comes even as US President Donald Trump's administration announced a sweeping new tariff of up to 245% on Chinese imports, sharply escalating the trade conflict between the United States and China.&nbsp;
Other conditions include a more consistent US position and a willingness to address China&rsquo;s concerns around American sanctions and Taiwan, as per a report in Bloomberg.
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Earlier on Friday (Apr 11), US President Donald Trump said that he is now "optimistic" about striking a deal with China. Furthur, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt read a statement that she said Trump had dictated: "The ball is in China's court. China needs to make a deal with us. We don't have to make a deal with them." Meanwhile, China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao told the head of the World Trade Organization that US tariffs will "inflict serious harm" on poor nations.
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<h2>China-US tariff war&nbsp;</h2>
China had a pre-existing 67 per cent tariff on US goods, while the US charged 10 per cent. However, on 'Liberation Day', US President Donald Trump announced &lsquo;reciprocal tariffs&rsquo; and imposed 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods. China hit back with 84 per cent tariffs as a retaliatory measure in place of 34 per cent that it had already announced. On April 9, Trump paused tariffs for all countries for 90 days but increased China's tariff to 145%.&nbsp; In retaliation, China slapped fresh tariffs of 125 per cent on April 11 and said that it would "ignore" further tariff hikes by Trump.&nbsp;
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Previously, in February, the US announced 10 per cent tariffs on China. Beijing retaliated with a 15 per cent tariff on US coal and liquefied natural gas products, and a 10 per cent tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, and large-displacement cars.
The US then raised tariffs by another 10 per cent, bringing levies against Chinese imports to 20 per cent. China retaliated by imposing a 15 per cent tariff on US chicken, wheat, corn, and cotton, and a 10 per cent tariff on sorghum, soybeans, pork, beef, aquatic products, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.
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World | China said that it will be open to talks with the US but wants the US administration to show more respect amid disparaging remarks by members of its cabinet.

China has reportedly said that it will be open to talks with the United States (US) but wants the US administration to show more respect amid disparaging remarks by members of its cabinet. This comes even as US President Donald Trump's administration announced a sweeping new tariff of up to 245% on Chinese imports, sharply escalating the trade conflict between the United States and China. Other conditions include a more consistent US position and a willingness to address China’s concerns around American sanctions and Taiwan, as per a report in Bloomberg. Read More | 'Open to a deal': Trump 'optimistic' about striking a deal with China amid tariff row Earlier on Friday (Apr 11), US President Donald Trump said that he is now "optimistic" about striking a deal with China. Furthur, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt read a statement that she said Trump had dictated: "The ball is in China's court. China needs to make a deal with us. We don't have to make a deal with them." Meanwhile, China's Commerce Minister Wang Wentao told the head of the World Trade Organization that US tariffs will "inflict serious harm" on poor nations. Read More | China says gave 85,000 visas to Indians this year China-US tariff war China had a pre-existing 67 per cent tariff on US goods, while the US charged 10 per cent. However, on 'Liberation Day', US President Donald Trump announced ‘reciprocal tariffs’ and imposed 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods. China hit back with 84 per cent tariffs as a retaliatory measure in place of 34 per cent that it had already announced. On April 9, Trump paused tariffs for all countries for 90 days but increased China's tariff to 145%. In retaliation, China slapped fresh tariffs of 125 per cent on April 11 and said that it would "ignore" further tariff hikes by Trump. Read More | China hits back with 125 per cent tariff at US, says will ignore further retaliation from Trump admin Previously, in February, the US announced 10 per cent tariffs on China. Beijing retaliated with a 15 per cent tariff on US coal and liquefied natural gas products, and a 10 per cent tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, and large-displacement cars. The US then raised tariffs by another 10 per cent, bringing levies against Chinese imports to 20 per cent. China retaliated by imposing a 15 per cent tariff on US chicken, wheat, corn, and cotton, and a 10 per cent tariff on sorghum, soybeans, pork, beef, aquatic products, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. Read More | China to WTO head: 'US tariffs will inflict serious harm on developing countries'

China open to talks with US amid tariff war, wants Trump admin to show respect

India, which is currently facing a whooping 26% tariff from the US, has been pushing hard in recent years to become a manufacturing alternative to China. However now, it seems like it can have that opportunity.&nbsp;
India's biggest economic rival China and countries like Vietnam are facing worse tariffs, imposed by US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;
However, India, along with more than 70 countries has got some relief after Trump announced to pause tariffs on these nations, while continuing to bash China with increasing tariffs, making it 145 per cent.&nbsp;
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<h2>'A significant opportunity'</h2>
Praveen Khandelwal, a member of Parliament from Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), said that the sky-high tax on Chinese imports to America presented "a significant opportunity for India&rsquo;s trade and industry."&nbsp;
For the past 10 years, Modi has been aiming for one goal "Make in India", and India has been trying to pitch in China's manufacturing business for a long now, but its factories are not ready.&nbsp;
The Indian government also paid incentives to companies producing goods in strategic sectors, budgeting over $26 billion and tried to attract foreign investments as it seeks to reduce India's dependence on Chinese imports.&nbsp;
Notably, India aimed to create 100 million new manufacturing jobs by 2022.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Foxconn in India'</h2>
However, India has reached some of its goals. One of them was Foxconn, the Taiwanese contract manufacturer, has started making iPhones for Apple in India, moving some work away from China.
China's economy is five time than of India's size, and is the biggest of the Asian countries to have sped toward growth.&nbsp;
As India awaits its breakthrough, under PM Modi's leadership, 10 years has not been enough to train the country's growing workforce to match businesses' needs.&nbsp;
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has noted what insiders are calling a "grand encirclement", a diplomatic and economic coalition with India, Japan, Vietnam and South Korea to isolate Beijing and weaken its grip on global trade.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They&rsquo;ve been good military allies, not perfect economic allies. At the end of the day, we can probably reach an agreement with them. Then we can approach China as a group,&rdquo; Bessent said.
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According to reports, officials in New Delhi confirmed that they are working on a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the US, spanning digital trade, goods, labour mobility and more.&nbsp;
<h2>'A package deal'</h2>
India is exploring a "package deal" approach, offering sector-specific concessions on textiles, gems, chemicals and agriculture in exchange for US market access and tech collaboration.&nbsp;
&ldquo;India has a lot of elbow room for trade deals with developed nations,&rdquo; India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. &ldquo;But we must be cautious about dumping from China.&rdquo;
Meanwhile, White House insiders said that deals with India are progressing faster than with other countries, thanks in part to shared concerns over China and India&rsquo;s relatively low exposure to US tariffs.
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(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

PM Modi has been aiming for one goal "Make in India", and India has been trying to pitch in China's manufacturing business for a long now | World, india news

India, which is currently facing a whooping 26% tariff from the US, has been pushing hard in recent years to become a manufacturing alternative to China. However now, it seems like it can have that opportunity. India's biggest economic rival China and countries like Vietnam are facing worse tariffs, imposed by US President Donald Trump. However, India, along with more than 70 countries has got some relief after Trump announced to pause tariffs on these nations, while continuing to bash China with increasing tariffs, making it 145 per cent. Also read: Trump waives off tariffs on THESE 'Chinese' products 'A significant opportunity' Praveen Khandelwal, a member of Parliament from Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), said that the sky-high tax on Chinese imports to America presented "a significant opportunity for India’s trade and industry." For the past 10 years, Modi has been aiming for one goal "Make in India", and India has been trying to pitch in China's manufacturing business for a long now, but its factories are not ready. The Indian government also paid incentives to companies producing goods in strategic sectors, budgeting over $26 billion and tried to attract foreign investments as it seeks to reduce India's dependence on Chinese imports. Notably, India aimed to create 100 million new manufacturing jobs by 2022. Also read: ‘The Trump Effect in action’: Nvidia to manufacture AI chips in US as Trump plans to announce ‘semiconductor tariffs’ 'Foxconn in India' However, India has reached some of its goals. One of them was Foxconn, the Taiwanese contract manufacturer, has started making iPhones for Apple in India, moving some work away from China. China's economy is five time than of India's size, and is the biggest of the Asian countries to have sped toward growth. As India awaits its breakthrough, under PM Modi's leadership, 10 years has not been enough to train the country's growing workforce to match businesses' needs. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has noted what insiders are calling a "grand encirclement", a diplomatic and economic coalition with India, Japan, Vietnam and South Korea to isolate Beijing and weaken its grip on global trade. “They’ve been good military allies, not perfect economic allies. At the end of the day, we can probably reach an agreement with them. Then we can approach China as a group,” Bessent said. WATCH | US-China tariff war: White House optimistic about a trade deal with China According to reports, officials in New Delhi confirmed that they are working on a comprehensive bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the US, spanning digital trade, goods, labour mobility and more. 'A package deal' India is exploring a "package deal" approach, offering sector-specific concessions on textiles, gems, chemicals and agriculture in exchange for US market access and tech collaboration. “India has a lot of elbow room for trade deals with developed nations,” India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. “But we must be cautious about dumping from China.” Meanwhile, White House insiders said that deals with India are progressing faster than with other countries, thanks in part to shared concerns over China and India’s relatively low exposure to US tariffs. Also read: Amid ongoing tariff war, China accuses US of cyberattacks, issues arrest warrants for 3 NSA ‘agents’ (With inputs from agencies)

India could 'benefit' from Trump’s intensifying trade war with China but only if it takes the leap | EXPLAINED

Two Chinese nationals captured while fighting for Russia in Ukraine said that they were not sent by their government and had no official ties to Beijing. 
Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv on Monday (April 14), the men shared how they ended up on the front line, their experiences under Russian command, and their regrets.
<h2>'Everything the Russians told us was a lie'</h2>
Wang Guangjun, one of the two captured, described being exposed to what he believed was a Russian &ldquo;chemical weapon&rdquo; shortly after his capture. &ldquo;I was losing my strength and fainting&hellip; Then I felt someone grabbing my collar and pulling me out into the fresh air,&rdquo; he said.
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He claimed that Ukrainian soldiers looked after him during a Russian attack and even helped him survive. &ldquo;(Ukrainian) soldiers protected us and have been treating us well this whole time,&rdquo; Wang added.
Wang and the other captive, Zhang Renbo, were both captured while fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Their detention was made public by President Volodymyr Zelensky earlier in April. Zelensky also said that &ldquo;several hundred&rdquo; Chinese nationals were now fighting for Russia.
<h2>From TikTok to the battlefield</h2>
Wang said he first heard about the chance to join the Russian army while scrolling through TikTok in China. He was unemployed at the time and tempted by what he said was a recruiter&rsquo;s promise of earning 200,000 to 250,000 Russian rubles ($2,000&ndash;$3,000) per month, more than the average wage in China.
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The recruiter also claimed travel and paperwork would be sorted. But according to Wang, none of that materialised. Once in Russia, he said, his phone and bank card were taken away, making it impossible for him to access his money.
Zhang said he had come from a well-off family and had previously worked as a firefighter and rescuer. He travelled to Russia in December, initially for a construction job, but was later pushed into military service. &ldquo;I wanted to make money, but I did not expect to end up in the war,&rdquo; he said.
<h2>No links to Chinese state, captives insist</h2>
Neither Wang nor Zhang would say where in China they were from. But both insisted they were not acting under Chinese government orders and had joined the Russian military of their own free will.
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Both said they served under Russian commanders who used hand gestures to issue orders. Wang added that escaping the base was nearly impossible due to tight security.
<h2>Discouraging others from joining the war</h2>
At the press conference, the two captives urged other Chinese nationals not to get involved. &ldquo;For those (Chinese) citizens who want to take part in the war, we want to say that they should not do so,&rdquo; Wang warned. &ldquo;Everything we heard from the Russians was a lie. It turned out that Russia is not that strong, and Ukraine is not that weak. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s better not to participate in wars at all,&rdquo; he added.
When asked if Beijing knew of their involvement, both said the Chinese government advises against travelling to war zones. Zhang said that Chinese citizens who fight abroad could face punishment under the law.
Still, both men said they hoped to return to China as part of a future prisoner exchange. &ldquo;I understand that there may be punishment, and I am ready for it. But I still want to return home and to my family,&rdquo; Zhang said.
Wang added, &ldquo;Real war is completely different from what we have seen in movies and on TV. I regret one thing &mdash; I want to apologise to my parents. And my only wish is to go back (to China) and follow all the instructions that will help me do that.&rdquo;

World: At the press conference, the two captives urged other Chinese nationals not to get involved. “For those (Chinese) citizens who want to take part in the war, we want to say that they should not do so,” Wang warned.

Two Chinese nationals captured while fighting for Russia in Ukraine said that they were not sent by their government and had no official ties to Beijing. Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv on Monday (April 14), the men shared how they ended up on the front line, their experiences under Russian command, and their regrets. 'Everything the Russians told us was a lie' Wang Guangjun, one of the two captured, described being exposed to what he believed was a Russian “chemical weapon” shortly after his capture. “I was losing my strength and fainting… Then I felt someone grabbing my collar and pulling me out into the fresh air,” he said. Also read: ‘Don’t come, there’s nothing good here’: Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia warn of death, racism, and endless contracts He claimed that Ukrainian soldiers looked after him during a Russian attack and even helped him survive. “(Ukrainian) soldiers protected us and have been treating us well this whole time,” Wang added. Wang and the other captive, Zhang Renbo, were both captured while fighting for Russia in Ukraine. Their detention was made public by President Volodymyr Zelensky earlier in April. Zelensky also said that “several hundred” Chinese nationals were now fighting for Russia. From TikTok to the battlefield Wang said he first heard about the chance to join the Russian army while scrolling through TikTok in China. He was unemployed at the time and tempted by what he said was a recruiter’s promise of earning 200,000 to 250,000 Russian rubles ($2,000–$3,000) per month, more than the average wage in China. Also read: Amid ongoing tariff war, China accuses US of cyberattacks, issues arrest warrants for 3 NSA ‘agents’ The recruiter also claimed travel and paperwork would be sorted. But according to Wang, none of that materialised. Once in Russia, he said, his phone and bank card were taken away, making it impossible for him to access his money. Zhang said he had come from a well-off family and had previously worked as a firefighter and rescuer. He travelled to Russia in December, initially for a construction job, but was later pushed into military service. “I wanted to make money, but I did not expect to end up in the war,” he said. No links to Chinese state, captives insist Neither Wang nor Zhang would say where in China they were from. But both insisted they were not acting under Chinese government orders and had joined the Russian military of their own free will. Also read: 'No winners in trade war': Xi issues warning against Trump tariffs as China eyes to cast itself as leader in Southeast Asia Both said they served under Russian commanders who used hand gestures to issue orders. Wang added that escaping the base was nearly impossible due to tight security. Discouraging others from joining the war At the press conference, the two captives urged other Chinese nationals not to get involved. “For those (Chinese) citizens who want to take part in the war, we want to say that they should not do so,” Wang warned. “Everything we heard from the Russians was a lie. It turned out that Russia is not that strong, and Ukraine is not that weak. That’s why it’s better not to participate in wars at all,” he added. When asked if Beijing knew of their involvement, both said the Chinese government advises against travelling to war zones. Zhang said that Chinese citizens who fight abroad could face punishment under the law. Still, both men said they hoped to return to China as part of a future prisoner exchange. “I understand that there may be punishment, and I am ready for it. But I still want to return home and to my family,” Zhang said. Wang added, “Real war is completely different from what we have seen in movies and on TV. I regret one thing — I want to apologise to my parents. And my only wish is to go back (to China) and follow all the instructions that will help me do that.”

‘Russia lied’: Chinese fighters captured by Ukraine warn 'real war is different from movies'

Bangladesh&rsquo;s escalating military reliance on China presents critical fault lines that jeopardise its national sovereignty, economic resilience, and regional relationships. Beijing has strategically cultivated defence ties with Dhaka, positioning Bangladesh as a cornerstone of its ambition to exert influence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). While this alignment appears beneficial for Bangladesh&rsquo;s immediate defence modernisation ambitions, recent developments highlight significant geopolitical risks.
Historically, Bangladesh-China relations have witnessed profound transformations. Despite China&rsquo;s initial opposition to Bangladesh&rsquo;s independence in 1971, bilateral ties improved significantly post-1975. The 2002 Defence Cooperation Agreement intensified military exchanges, arms transfers, and strategic consultations. Consequently, Bangladesh has progressively increased its reliance on Chinese military technology to unprecedented levels.
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Currently, China supplies around 80 per cent of Bangladesh&rsquo;s military equipment. Notable acquisitions include naval vessels such as frigates, corvettes, maritime patrol ships, and sophisticated missile systems, notably the C-802A anti-ship missiles. The procurement of two Ming-class submarines in 2016 marked a critical escalation, substantially improving Bangladesh&rsquo;s naval capabilities but simultaneously binding Dhaka further into Beijing&rsquo;s strategic orbit.
A particularly significant recent development is Bangladesh&rsquo;s ongoing negotiation with China to procure 16 advanced J-10C multirole fighter jets, designed to replace its ageing MiG-29 and F-7 aircraft. This procurement signifies not only a significant step toward modernising Bangladesh&rsquo;s air force but also represents a deeper strategic pivot towards Beijing amidst increasingly strained relations with India and cautious relations with the United States.
Moreover, China&rsquo;s role in enabling Bangladesh&rsquo;s domestic defence production capabilities further entrenches Dhaka&rsquo;s dependency. Recent Chinese technology transfers to Bangladesh involve local manufacturing capacities for rifles, rocket launchers, and light utility vehicles. While these transfers align with Bangladesh&rsquo;s &ldquo;Force Goal 2030&rdquo; campaign for military modernisation, they simultaneously deepen the structural dependence on Chinese technology and assistance, eroding Bangladesh&rsquo;s autonomy in defence production.
Bangladesh&rsquo;s interim Chief Adviser, Dr Muhammad Yunus, visited Beijing in March 2025, significantly boosting bilateral ties. Yunus signed eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and one agreement encompassing infrastructure, economic cooperation, and expanded defence collaboration. Crucially, Yunus secured $2.1 billion in new Chinese investments, loans, and grants, along with discussions focused on expanding military cooperation. Such diplomatic outreach underscores Bangladesh&rsquo;s deepening political tilt toward China, intensifying concerns among regional and global stakeholders.
Strategic infrastructure projects financed and executed by China through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) are additional pressure points. These include the modernisation of Mongla Port and the sensitive Teesta River management project. While these initiatives promise economic advancement, they risk locking Bangladesh into a debt-driven dependency, potentially replicating debt-trap scenarios already seen elsewhere along the BRI corridors.
The BNS Sheikh Hasina Submarine Base at Pekua, Cox&rsquo;s Bazar, financed by approximately $1.21 billion in Chinese loans, represents another critical strategic entanglement. While it significantly boosts Bangladesh&rsquo;s maritime defence capabilities, the facility potentially enables Chinese deployment of advanced surveillance and anti-submarine warfare systems. The base embodies a profound strategic vulnerability, potentially rendering Bangladesh a proxy within China&rsquo;s broader Indo-Pacific ambitions.
These developments understandably alarm India, South Asia&rsquo;s predominant maritime power. China&rsquo;s intensified engagement, especially involving sensitive projects like the Teesta River initiative and dual-use military facilities, aggravates Indian apprehensions about strategic encirclement. Washington, similarly concerned, continues to caution Dhaka against unchecked alignment with Beijing under its broader Indo-Pacific Strategy aimed explicitly at counterbalancing Chinese dominance.
Economically, Bangladesh&rsquo;s persistent trade deficit with China remains substantial despite attempts at negotiating favourable terms. Although Beijing pledged duty-free access for 99 percent of Bangladeshi goods until 2028, continued heavy reliance on high-interest Chinese loans exacerbates fears of unsustainable debt accumulation and long-term economic vulnerabilities.
Given these unfolding complexities, Bangladesh stands at a pivotal geopolitical crossroads. While deepening ties with Beijing offers immediate defence enhancements and economic support, these short-term benefits come with potentially irreversible strategic vulnerabilities. Bangladesh risks compromising its ability to independently navigate regional and global strategic currents, limiting autonomy in its foreign policy choices and jeopardising balanced relationships with key international actors, notably India, the US, and Japan.
Bangladesh must urgently reconsider its strategic orientation for regional stability. Diversifying military procurement and infrastructure development through partnerships with various global actors could mitigate the risks inherent in overreliance on China. Enhanced diplomatic outreach and economic cooperation with regional neighbours and established democracies can serve as effective counterbalances against potential exploitation.
India, for its part, must recalibrate its strategy by expanding diplomatic engagement, enhancing economic partnerships, and reinforcing military readiness. Regional allies, like Japan, should also proactively support Bangladesh in building resilient, diversified, and balanced strategic relationships.
Ultimately, Bangladesh&rsquo;s geopolitical future depends critically on its ability to navigate these fault lines prudently. Pursuing strategic autonomy and balanced diplomacy will help secure long-term national sovereignty, economic resilience, and regional stability. Failure to address these pressing issues risks irreversible consequences&mdash;an outcome neither Bangladesh nor its regional neighbours can afford.

Bangladesh’s escalating military reliance on China presents critical fault lines that jeopardise its national sovereignty, economic resilience, and regional relationships. Opinions & Blogs

Bangladesh’s escalating military reliance on China presents critical fault lines that jeopardise its national sovereignty, economic resilience, and regional relationships. Beijing has strategically cultivated defence ties with Dhaka, positioning Bangladesh as a cornerstone of its ambition to exert influence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). While this alignment appears beneficial for Bangladesh’s immediate defence modernisation ambitions, recent developments highlight significant geopolitical risks. Historically, Bangladesh-China relations have witnessed profound transformations. Despite China’s initial opposition to Bangladesh’s independence in 1971, bilateral ties improved significantly post-1975. The 2002 Defence Cooperation Agreement intensified military exchanges, arms transfers, and strategic consultations. Consequently, Bangladesh has progressively increased its reliance on Chinese military technology to unprecedented levels. Also read: Why India Must Act Now? The Escalating Security Risks from Bangladesh Currently, China supplies around 80 per cent of Bangladesh’s military equipment. Notable acquisitions include naval vessels such as frigates, corvettes, maritime patrol ships, and sophisticated missile systems, notably the C-802A anti-ship missiles. The procurement of two Ming-class submarines in 2016 marked a critical escalation, substantially improving Bangladesh’s naval capabilities but simultaneously binding Dhaka further into Beijing’s strategic orbit. A particularly significant recent development is Bangladesh’s ongoing negotiation with China to procure 16 advanced J-10C multirole fighter jets, designed to replace its ageing MiG-29 and F-7 aircraft. This procurement signifies not only a significant step toward modernising Bangladesh’s air force but also represents a deeper strategic pivot towards Beijing amidst increasingly strained relations with India and cautious relations with the United States. Moreover, China’s role in enabling Bangladesh’s domestic defence production capabilities further entrenches Dhaka’s dependency. Recent Chinese technology transfers to Bangladesh involve local manufacturing capacities for rifles, rocket launchers, and light utility vehicles. While these transfers align with Bangladesh’s “Force Goal 2030” campaign for military modernisation, they simultaneously deepen the structural dependence on Chinese technology and assistance, eroding Bangladesh’s autonomy in defence production. Bangladesh’s interim Chief Adviser, Dr Muhammad Yunus, visited Beijing in March 2025, significantly boosting bilateral ties. Yunus signed eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) and one agreement encompassing infrastructure, economic cooperation, and expanded defence collaboration. Crucially, Yunus secured $2.1 billion in new Chinese investments, loans, and grants, along with discussions focused on expanding military cooperation. Such diplomatic outreach underscores Bangladesh’s deepening political tilt toward China, intensifying concerns among regional and global stakeholders. Strategic infrastructure projects financed and executed by China through the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) are additional pressure points. These include the modernisation of Mongla Port and the sensitive Teesta River management project. While these initiatives promise economic advancement, they risk locking Bangladesh into a debt-driven dependency, potentially replicating debt-trap scenarios already seen elsewhere along the BRI corridors. The BNS Sheikh Hasina Submarine Base at Pekua, Cox’s Bazar, financed by approximately $1.21 billion in Chinese loans, represents another critical strategic entanglement. While it significantly boosts Bangladesh’s maritime defence capabilities, the facility potentially enables Chinese deployment of advanced surveillance and anti-submarine warfare systems. The base embodies a profound strategic vulnerability, potentially rendering Bangladesh a proxy within China’s broader Indo-Pacific ambitions. These developments understandably alarm India, South Asia’s predominant maritime power. China’s intensified engagement, especially involving sensitive projects like the Teesta River initiative and dual-use military facilities, aggravates Indian apprehensions about strategic encirclement. Washington, similarly concerned, continues to caution Dhaka against unchecked alignment with Beijing under its broader Indo-Pacific Strategy aimed explicitly at counterbalancing Chinese dominance. Economically, Bangladesh’s persistent trade deficit with China remains substantial despite attempts at negotiating favourable terms. Although Beijing pledged duty-free access for 99 percent of Bangladeshi goods until 2028, continued heavy reliance on high-interest Chinese loans exacerbates fears of unsustainable debt accumulation and long-term economic vulnerabilities. Given these unfolding complexities, Bangladesh stands at a pivotal geopolitical crossroads. While deepening ties with Beijing offers immediate defence enhancements and economic support, these short-term benefits come with potentially irreversible strategic vulnerabilities. Bangladesh risks compromising its ability to independently navigate regional and global strategic currents, limiting autonomy in its foreign policy choices and jeopardising balanced relationships with key international actors, notably India, the US, and Japan. Bangladesh must urgently reconsider its strategic orientation for regional stability. Diversifying military procurement and infrastructure development through partnerships with various global actors could mitigate the risks inherent in overreliance on China. Enhanced diplomatic outreach and economic cooperation with regional neighbours and established democracies can serve as effective counterbalances against potential exploitation. India, for its part, must recalibrate its strategy by expanding diplomatic engagement, enhancing economic partnerships, and reinforcing military readiness. Regional allies, like Japan, should also proactively support Bangladesh in building resilient, diversified, and balanced strategic relationships. Ultimately, Bangladesh’s geopolitical future depends critically on its ability to navigate these fault lines prudently. Pursuing strategic autonomy and balanced diplomacy will help secure long-term national sovereignty, economic resilience, and regional stability. Failure to address these pressing issues risks irreversible consequences—an outcome neither Bangladesh nor its regional neighbours can afford.

Bangladesh’s fault lines: The cost of deepening defence reliance on China

China on Sunday (April 13) called on the United States to fully withdraw its reciprocal tariffs, following a recent move by Washington to lift import duties on certain consumer electronics such as smartphones and laptops.
In a statement released on Sunday, China&rsquo;s commerce ministry said, &ldquo;We urge the US to... take a big step to correct its mistakes, completely cancel the wrong practice of 'reciprocal tariffs' and return to the right path of mutual respect.&rdquo;
The ministry described the partial exemption as only a &ldquo;small step,&rdquo; saying the decision to lift tariffs on some tech products did not go far enough in fixing what it called Washington&rsquo;s &ldquo;wrongdoing&rdquo;.
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Quoting a Chinese proverb, the ministry added, &ldquo;The bell on a tiger's neck can only be untied by the person who tied it,&rdquo; calling on the United States to take full responsibility and cancel the levies altogether.
<h2>US eases tariffs on tech products</h2>
On Saturday, the administration of President Donald Trump announced that smartphones, laptops and other electronics would be excluded from previously imposed tariffs. The decision offers major relief to tech companies such as Apple and Dell that depend heavily on imported components.
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The exemptions cover 20 product categories under the broad 8471 tariff code, which includes computers, laptops, disc drives, semiconductors, memory chips and flat panel displays. These changes apply retroactively from 5 April at 12:01 a.m. EDT.
The notice, issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency, did not give a reason for the decision. However, it also lifts the 10% &ldquo;baseline&rdquo; tariffs that affected electronics from countries other than China, such as semiconductors from Taiwan and Apple&rsquo;s iPhones made in India.
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<h2>China says it&rsquo;s reviewing impact</h2>
Responding to the exemptions, a spokesperson from China&rsquo;s commerce ministry said, &ldquo;China is now evaluating the impact.&rdquo; The country criticised the original 145% tariffs introduced during Trump&rsquo;s earlier trade clampdown, urging the U.S. to reverse course completely.
When asked on Saturday about the tariff rollbacks and future semiconductor policy, Trump said, &ldquo;I&rsquo;ll give you that answer on Monday. We&rsquo;ll be very specific on Monday... we&rsquo;re taking in a lot of money, as a country, we&rsquo;re taking in a lot of money.&rdquo;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: In a statement released on Sunday, China’s commerce ministry said, “We urge the US to... take a big step to correct its mistakes, completely cancel the wrong practice of 'reciprocal tariffs' and return to the right path of mutual respect.”

China on Sunday (April 13) called on the United States to fully withdraw its reciprocal tariffs, following a recent move by Washington to lift import duties on certain consumer electronics such as smartphones and laptops. In a statement released on Sunday, China’s commerce ministry said, “We urge the US to... take a big step to correct its mistakes, completely cancel the wrong practice of 'reciprocal tariffs' and return to the right path of mutual respect.” The ministry described the partial exemption as only a “small step,” saying the decision to lift tariffs on some tech products did not go far enough in fixing what it called Washington’s “wrongdoing”. Also read: China to WTO head: 'US tariffs will inflict serious harm on developing countries' Quoting a Chinese proverb, the ministry added, “The bell on a tiger's neck can only be untied by the person who tied it,” calling on the United States to take full responsibility and cancel the levies altogether. US eases tariffs on tech products On Saturday, the administration of President Donald Trump announced that smartphones, laptops and other electronics would be excluded from previously imposed tariffs. The decision offers major relief to tech companies such as Apple and Dell that depend heavily on imported components. Also read: Explained: Why UK is rushing to save its last steel plant and what Trump, China and India's Tata Steel have to do with it? The exemptions cover 20 product categories under the broad 8471 tariff code, which includes computers, laptops, disc drives, semiconductors, memory chips and flat panel displays. These changes apply retroactively from 5 April at 12:01 a.m. EDT. The notice, issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency, did not give a reason for the decision. However, it also lifts the 10% “baseline” tariffs that affected electronics from countries other than China, such as semiconductors from Taiwan and Apple’s iPhones made in India. Watch: China watches on as ASEAN nations eye US deal China says it’s reviewing impact Responding to the exemptions, a spokesperson from China’s commerce ministry said, “China is now evaluating the impact.” The country criticised the original 145% tariffs introduced during Trump’s earlier trade clampdown, urging the U.S. to reverse course completely. When asked on Saturday about the tariff rollbacks and future semiconductor policy, Trump said, “I’ll give you that answer on Monday. We’ll be very specific on Monday... we’re taking in a lot of money, as a country, we’re taking in a lot of money.” Also read: ZERO tariff on electronics? Trump exempts phones, computers and chips from reciprocal tariffs (With inputs from agencies)

'Correct your mistakes': China demands US ‘completely cancel’ Trump’s reciprocal tariffs after electronics exemption

What is taller than Paris's Eiffel Tower? Yes, there is something you might have not heard about yet. China is set to reveal the world's tallest bridge, the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, a two-mile-long bridge over a huge canyon.&nbsp;
The bridge will be more than 200 metres taller than the Paris Eiffel Tower. The great masterpiece by China is scheduled to open in June.&nbsp;
The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge cost &pound; 216,000,000, according to a report by The Metro.&nbsp;
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Chinese politician Zhang Shenglin said that this project, spanning the "Earth's crack" will showcase China's engineering capabilities and boost Guizhou's goal of becoming a world-class tourist destination.&nbsp;
<h2>'Equal to three Eiffel Towers'</h2>
Moreover, the bridge's steel trusses weigh about 22,000 metric tons, which is equal to three Eiffel Towers, according to the report.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Witnessing my work becomes something tangible &mdash; watching the bridge grow day by day and finally stand tall above the canyon &mdash; gives me a profound sense of achievement and pride,&rdquo; chief engineer Li Zhao told the website.&nbsp;
It will also become a top destination for tourists who are planning for residential areas, glass walkways, and the highest bungee jump in the world.
With the ease of the bridge, the travel time for locals will also be reduced from four hours to only one hour.&nbsp;
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Notably, China is also looking forward to constructing the world's largest dam across the Yarlung Tsangpo River at a cost of &pound;109 billion.
The dam when constructed will provide 300 billion kWh of electricity every year.&nbsp;
The new dam will beat even the Three Gorges Dam which was completed in 2008 and currently powers five million households.
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(With inputs from agencies)

Chinese politician said, spanning the "Earth's crack" will show China's engineering skills, boosting Guizhou's goal of becoming world-class tourist destination. World

What is taller than Paris's Eiffel Tower? Yes, there is something you might have not heard about yet. China is set to reveal the world's tallest bridge, the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, a two-mile-long bridge over a huge canyon. The bridge will be more than 200 metres taller than the Paris Eiffel Tower. The great masterpiece by China is scheduled to open in June. The Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge cost £ 216,000,000, according to a report by The Metro. Also read: Watch | World’s tallest and shortest women meet in London for afternoon tea Chinese politician Zhang Shenglin said that this project, spanning the "Earth's crack" will showcase China's engineering capabilities and boost Guizhou's goal of becoming a world-class tourist destination. 'Equal to three Eiffel Towers' Moreover, the bridge's steel trusses weigh about 22,000 metric tons, which is equal to three Eiffel Towers, according to the report. Also read: If you think Mount Everest is the tallest mountain, you’re wrong “Witnessing my work becomes something tangible — watching the bridge grow day by day and finally stand tall above the canyon — gives me a profound sense of achievement and pride,” chief engineer Li Zhao told the website. It will also become a top destination for tourists who are planning for residential areas, glass walkways, and the highest bungee jump in the world. With the ease of the bridge, the travel time for locals will also be reduced from four hours to only one hour. WATCH | Climbers' Bucket List: Race To Conquer World's Tallest Mountains Begins Notably, China is also looking forward to constructing the world's largest dam across the Yarlung Tsangpo River at a cost of £109 billion. The dam when constructed will provide 300 billion kWh of electricity every year. The new dam will beat even the Three Gorges Dam which was completed in 2008 and currently powers five million households. Also read: Largest single flood on Earth happened 5 million years ago, and filled an empty Mediterranean Sea (With inputs from agencies)

China to open world's tallest bridge: Highest bungee jump to lesser travel time | Here's all you need to know

Ukraine recently apprehended two Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia. This follows a broader intelligence report which identified 163 Chinese nationals believed to be involved in the war on Moscow&rsquo;s side.
&ldquo;We are collecting information, we believe that there are many more,&rdquo; Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters on 9 April.
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<h2>Zelensky accuses Beijing of looking the other way</h2>
President Zelensky also pointed a finger at China, accusing its authorities of either supporting or failing to prevent the recruitment of Chinese citizens to fight in Ukraine.
&ldquo;Beijing knows about this. Russians distribute advertising videos about recruitment through Chinese social networks,&rdquo; he said.
Both sides in the war have relied on foreign fighters since it began. But the presence of Chinese mercenaries in particular has drawn comparisons to North Korean troops, who were reportedly deployed in large numbers to help Russia in its efforts to retake parts of Kursk Oblast.
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<h2>Chinese recruits promised big money online</h2>
Ukrainian intelligence says the first wave of Chinese fighters appeared in Russia in the summer of 2023. However, signs of recruitment efforts were visible much earlier.
One post from July 2022 on Douyin, China&rsquo;s version of TikTok, shows a man preparing to leave Beijing for Russia on 1 September. In the video, he says, &ldquo;Your daily salary will be 30,000 Russian rubles. Welcome to Russia!&rdquo; The claim suggests a salary of around $350 per day.
Recruitment videos have continued into this year, with some offering generous incentives. One video promises a sign-up bonus of 2.3 million rubles ($27,000) and an annual salary of 5.2 million rubles ($62,000) to new recruits.
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But the reality of life on the front line tells a very different story.
<h2>'Don&rsquo;t come. There is nothing good here'</h2>
Zhao Rui, from Chongqing, became the first known Chinese casualty of the war in December after he was reportedly killed by a Ukrainian drone.
&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t come. There is nothing good here to come to,&rdquo; Zhao had said, according to Chinese media.
A documentary released in March featured a Chinese assault soldier known as &ldquo;Macron&rdquo; speaking to journalist Chai Jing from near Bakhmut.
&ldquo;I realised I might die here someday, so I decided to share some real experiences,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;Since Chinese people haven&rsquo;t been at war in a long time, I wanted to show what a regular soldier, especially a foreign one, really goes through in war,&rdquo; he added.
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Macron described harsh treatment and prejudice during training. &ldquo;There has been severe racial discrimination since training camp, discriminating against Black people, Arabs, and Chinese,&rdquo; he said.
He added, &ldquo;Russia is reluctant to send their regular Slavic troops to charge on the front lines, so they spend money to recruit mercenaries for front-line charges, where survival chances are extremely low.&rdquo;
Some of the Chinese recruits have ended up in units like Storm-Z, known for sending fighters into high-risk missions. Reports from August showed two young Chinese men dying on their very first deployment with Storm-Z.
Families of Chinese fighters killed in action are reportedly owed 400,000 renminbi, just over $50,000. But reports say those payments are often delayed.
<h2>Contracts that never end</h2>
There are also claims that the Russian military has refused to release Chinese fighters at the end of their contracts.
&ldquo;We&rsquo;ll terminate your contract only after winning the war,&rdquo; one Chinese soldier recalled being told, during an interview with blogger Lei&rsquo;s Real World in July.
He added, &ldquo;Two of my men deserted. They are making every effort to capture them. If they are caught, they won&rsquo;t live for sure. So I can only wish the two deserters good luck.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Zhao Rui, from Chongqing, became the first known Chinese casualty of the war in December after he was reportedly killed by a Ukrainian drone. “Don’t come. There is nothing good here to come to,” Zhao had said, according to Chinese media.

Ukraine recently apprehended two Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia. This follows a broader intelligence report which identified 163 Chinese nationals believed to be involved in the war on Moscow’s side. “We are collecting information, we believe that there are many more,” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters on 9 April. Also read: Putin-Trump call ‘possible’, says Kremlin after Russian leader’s talks with US envoy Witkoff on Ukraine Zelensky accuses Beijing of looking the other way President Zelensky also pointed a finger at China, accusing its authorities of either supporting or failing to prevent the recruitment of Chinese citizens to fight in Ukraine. “Beijing knows about this. Russians distribute advertising videos about recruitment through Chinese social networks,” he said. Both sides in the war have relied on foreign fighters since it began. But the presence of Chinese mercenaries in particular has drawn comparisons to North Korean troops, who were reportedly deployed in large numbers to help Russia in its efforts to retake parts of Kursk Oblast. Also read: 'When Russians hide, North Koreans shoot': How Pyongyang's troops are reshaping Russia-Ukraine war Chinese recruits promised big money online Ukrainian intelligence says the first wave of Chinese fighters appeared in Russia in the summer of 2023. However, signs of recruitment efforts were visible much earlier. One post from July 2022 on Douyin, China’s version of TikTok, shows a man preparing to leave Beijing for Russia on 1 September. In the video, he says, “Your daily salary will be 30,000 Russian rubles. Welcome to Russia!” The claim suggests a salary of around $350 per day. Recruitment videos have continued into this year, with some offering generous incentives. One video promises a sign-up bonus of 2.3 million rubles ($27,000) and an annual salary of 5.2 million rubles ($62,000) to new recruits. Also read: 'Open to a deal': Trump 'optimistic' about striking a deal with China amid tariff row But the reality of life on the front line tells a very different story. 'Don’t come. There is nothing good here' Zhao Rui, from Chongqing, became the first known Chinese casualty of the war in December after he was reportedly killed by a Ukrainian drone. “Don’t come. There is nothing good here to come to,” Zhao had said, according to Chinese media. A documentary released in March featured a Chinese assault soldier known as “Macron” speaking to journalist Chai Jing from near Bakhmut. “I realised I might die here someday, so I decided to share some real experiences,” he said. “Since Chinese people haven’t been at war in a long time, I wanted to show what a regular soldier, especially a foreign one, really goes through in war,” he added. Watch: China develops anti-drone barrage system to beat wartime swarms Macron described harsh treatment and prejudice during training. “There has been severe racial discrimination since training camp, discriminating against Black people, Arabs, and Chinese,” he said. He added, “Russia is reluctant to send their regular Slavic troops to charge on the front lines, so they spend money to recruit mercenaries for front-line charges, where survival chances are extremely low.” Some of the Chinese recruits have ended up in units like Storm-Z, known for sending fighters into high-risk missions. Reports from August showed two young Chinese men dying on their very first deployment with Storm-Z. Families of Chinese fighters killed in action are reportedly owed 400,000 renminbi, just over $50,000. But reports say those payments are often delayed. Contracts that never end There are also claims that the Russian military has refused to release Chinese fighters at the end of their contracts. “We’ll terminate your contract only after winning the war,” one Chinese soldier recalled being told, during an interview with blogger Lei’s Real World in July. He added, “Two of my men deserted. They are making every effort to capture them. If they are caught, they won’t live for sure. So I can only wish the two deserters good luck.” (With inputs from agencies)

‘Don’t come, there’s nothing good here’: Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia warn of death, racism, and endless contracts

US President Donald Trump is now "optimistic" about striking a deal with China, the White House said on Friday (April 11), adding that the president is open to talks.&nbsp;
Currently, the two economies are in a clash over US reciprocal tariffs, which Trump began on April 2.&nbsp;
"The president has made it very clear he's open to a deal with China," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters, adding, "He's optimistic."
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<h2>'Proven economic formula'</h2>
When asked about tariffs and the economy, the press secretary further said, "There is great optimism in this economy. This is a proven economic formula."
Leavitt also said that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is &ldquo;keeping a very close eye on the bond market&rdquo;.
China recently slapped fresh tariffs of 125 per cent on the United States (US) on Friday (Apr 11) and said that it would "ignore" further tariff hikes by US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;
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Amid a tariff war with the US, China said that goods from its largest trading partner would no longer make economic sense for importers.&nbsp;
On Thursday, the White House announced that Trump's tariffs on Beijing now total 145%. This increase in tariffs follows a new executive order from US President Donald Trump raising tariffs to 125%, up from 84%.&nbsp;
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The additional 20% tariff was imposed, targeting fentanyl-related imports, which brings the total to its current level.
Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the European Union to join Beijing in resisting "unilateral bullying", state media Xinhua reported.&nbsp;
The Chinese president stressed that this would not only "safeguard their own legitimate rights and interests, but also... safeguard international fairness and justice."
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: "The president has made it very clear he's open to a deal with China," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters, adding, "He's optimistic."

US President Donald Trump is now "optimistic" about striking a deal with China, the White House said on Friday (April 11), adding that the president is open to talks. Currently, the two economies are in a clash over US reciprocal tariffs, which Trump began on April 2. "The president has made it very clear he's open to a deal with China," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters, adding, "He's optimistic." Also read: It takes two to tango: China wants India to 'dance' amid Trump tariff war, but should they address trade deficit first? See data 'Proven economic formula' When asked about tariffs and the economy, the press secretary further said, "There is great optimism in this economy. This is a proven economic formula." Leavitt also said that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is “keeping a very close eye on the bond market”. China recently slapped fresh tariffs of 125 per cent on the United States (US) on Friday (Apr 11) and said that it would "ignore" further tariff hikes by US President Donald Trump. Also read: Elon Musk's Tesla freezes orders in China: DOGE chief is feeling the pinch of 'boss' Trump's tariff war Amid a tariff war with the US, China said that goods from its largest trading partner would no longer make economic sense for importers. On Thursday, the White House announced that Trump's tariffs on Beijing now total 145%. This increase in tariffs follows a new executive order from US President Donald Trump raising tariffs to 125%, up from 84%. WATCH: US-China tariff war: China says it will 'ignore' further hikes, moves WTO on violations The additional 20% tariff was imposed, targeting fentanyl-related imports, which brings the total to its current level. Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the European Union to join Beijing in resisting "unilateral bullying", state media Xinhua reported. The Chinese president stressed that this would not only "safeguard their own legitimate rights and interests, but also... safeguard international fairness and justice." Also read: EU and China to explore minimum EV prices as tariff alternative (With inputs from agencies)

'Open to a deal': Trump 'optimistic' about striking a deal with China amid tariff row

China slapped fresh tariffs of 125 per cent on the United States (US) on Friday (Apr 11) and said that it would "ignore" further tariff hikes by US President Donald Trump. Amid a tariff war with the US, China said that goods from its largest trading partner would no longer make economic sense for importers. State media also reported that China would file a lawsuit with the World Trade Organization over Washington's fresh tariffs.
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Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the European Union to join Beijing in resisting "unilateral bullying", state media Xinhua reported. The Chinese president stressed that this would not only "safeguard their own legitimate rights and interests, but also... safeguard international fairness and justice." According to Chinese media Xinhua, Jinping also said that there is no winner in a tariff war.
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<h2>Donald Trump's tariff war with China</h2>
China had a pre-existing 67 per cent tariff on US goods, while the US charged 10 per cent. However, on 'Liberation Day', US President Donald trump announced &lsquo;reciprocal tariffs&rsquo; and imposed 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, China hit back with 84 per cent tariff as a retaliatory measure in place of 34 per cent that it had already announced.&nbsp;
On Apr 9, Trump paused tariffs for all countries for 90 days but increased China's tariff to 145%.
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Previously, in February, US announced 10 per cent tariffs on China. Beijing retaliated with a 15 per cent tariff on US coal and liquefied natural gas products, and a 10 per cent tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, and large-displacement cars.
The US raised tariffs by another 10 per cent, bringing levies against Chinese imports to 20 per cent. China retaliated by imposing a 15 per cent tariff on US chicken, wheat, corn, and cotton, and a 10 per cent tariff on sorghum, soybeans, pork, beef, aquatic products, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products.
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World | China slapped fresh tariffs of 125 per cent on the United States (US) and said that it would "ignore" further tariff hikes by US President Donald Trump

China slapped fresh tariffs of 125 per cent on the United States (US) on Friday (Apr 11) and said that it would "ignore" further tariff hikes by US President Donald Trump. Amid a tariff war with the US, China said that goods from its largest trading partner would no longer make economic sense for importers. State media also reported that China would file a lawsuit with the World Trade Organization over Washington's fresh tariffs. Read More | Trump’s 25% auto tariffs could cost U.S. automakers USD 108 billion, study finds Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged the European Union to join Beijing in resisting "unilateral bullying", state media Xinhua reported. The Chinese president stressed that this would not only "safeguard their own legitimate rights and interests, but also... safeguard international fairness and justice." According to Chinese media Xinhua, Jinping also said that there is no winner in a tariff war. Read More | Trump REVEALS why he put a 90-day pause on tariffs: 'People were getting yippie' Donald Trump's tariff war with China China had a pre-existing 67 per cent tariff on US goods, while the US charged 10 per cent. However, on 'Liberation Day', US President Donald trump announced ‘reciprocal tariffs’ and imposed 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods, China hit back with 84 per cent tariff as a retaliatory measure in place of 34 per cent that it had already announced. On Apr 9, Trump paused tariffs for all countries for 90 days but increased China's tariff to 145%. Read More | Amid tariff war, post on zodiac of Donald Trump-Xi Jinping viral: '...until the end of time' Previously, in February, US announced 10 per cent tariffs on China. Beijing retaliated with a 15 per cent tariff on US coal and liquefied natural gas products, and a 10 per cent tariff on crude oil, agricultural machinery, and large-displacement cars. The US raised tariffs by another 10 per cent, bringing levies against Chinese imports to 20 per cent. China retaliated by imposing a 15 per cent tariff on US chicken, wheat, corn, and cotton, and a 10 per cent tariff on sorghum, soybeans, pork, beef, aquatic products, fruits, vegetables, and dairy products. Read More | Who is Stephen Miran, Trump’s key economic advisor behind US tariff policies?

China hits back with 125 per cent tariff at US, says will ignore further retaliation from Trump admin

China's National Film Administration (NFA) on Thursday &nbsp;(April 10) announced to "immediately" restrict imports of Hollywood films in retaliation for US President Donald Trump's raging tariff war against China.&nbsp;
China has been importing 10 Hollywood movies annually for the last three decades, Reuters reported.&nbsp;
"We will follow market rules, respect the audience's choices, and moderately reduce the number of American films imported," the NFA said on its website.
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The NFA said that Trump's tariffs would sour domestic demand for American cinema.&nbsp;
This came after Trump increased the tariffs on China to 125%, after Beijing did not roll down the escalating tariffs on the US.&nbsp;
However, China retaliated, saying that it won't sit back and that the threats and coercion are not the right way to deal with China.
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Chris Fenton, author of "Feeding the Dragon: Inside the Trillion Dollar Dilemma Facing Hollywood, the NBA, and American Business", said the move was a &ldquo;super high-profile way to make a statement of retaliation with almost zero downside for China.&rdquo;
According to Variety, domestic films have outperformed Hollywood&rsquo;s fare in China, with "Ne Zha 2" this year eclipsing Pixar's "Inside Out 2" to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time.&nbsp;
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However, now US films account for only five per cent of the overall box office receipts in China's market.&nbsp;
Early in 1994, China began importing 10 American films each year, which included "Titanic" and "Avatar". These two movies became box office smashes in the Chinese market, making Leonardo DiCaprio and director James Cameron household names among Chinese film lovers.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: This came after US President Trump increased the tariffs on China to 125%, after Beijing did not roll down the escalating tariffs on the US.

China's National Film Administration (NFA) on Thursday (April 10) announced to "immediately" restrict imports of Hollywood films in retaliation for US President Donald Trump's raging tariff war against China. China has been importing 10 Hollywood movies annually for the last three decades, Reuters reported. "We will follow market rules, respect the audience's choices, and moderately reduce the number of American films imported," the NFA said on its website. Also read: Will Trump stop here? US raises tariffs on China to 145%, targets fentanyl-related imports The NFA said that Trump's tariffs would sour domestic demand for American cinema. This came after Trump increased the tariffs on China to 125%, after Beijing did not roll down the escalating tariffs on the US. However, China retaliated, saying that it won't sit back and that the threats and coercion are not the right way to deal with China. Also read: China and EU explore closer trade ties amid US tariff pressure Chris Fenton, author of "Feeding the Dragon: Inside the Trillion Dollar Dilemma Facing Hollywood, the NBA, and American Business", said the move was a “super high-profile way to make a statement of retaliation with almost zero downside for China.” According to Variety, domestic films have outperformed Hollywood’s fare in China, with "Ne Zha 2" this year eclipsing Pixar's "Inside Out 2" to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. WATCH: US-China war: China condemns 'bullying' as Trump's 104% tariffs kick in, vows resolute measures However, now US films account for only five per cent of the overall box office receipts in China's market. Early in 1994, China began importing 10 American films each year, which included "Titanic" and "Avatar". These two movies became box office smashes in the Chinese market, making Leonardo DiCaprio and director James Cameron household names among Chinese film lovers. WATCH: China refuses to step back, says Trump's 125% tariffs 'against whole world' (With inputs from agencies)

China targets Hollywood: Beijing restricts import of US movies amid raging tariff war - Will Trump feel the pinch?

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 9) raised <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-hits-back-at-trump-with-retaliatory-tariffs-on-us-goods-worth-232-billion-as-trade-war-escalates-8944038">tariffs</a>on China to 125% "starting immediately", stressing that Beijing has shown a "lack of respect" to the world's markets.&nbsp;
Trump stressed that the days of ripping off the US, and other countries, are no longer sustainable or acceptable.
"Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World&rsquo;s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully, in the near future, China will realize that the days of ripping off the U.S.A., and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable," the US president said in a Truth Social post.
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This comes after China raised its retaliatory tariffs to 84% on Wednesday, after US imposed 104% tariffs on Chinese goods on Tuesday.&nbsp;
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<h2>'90-day PAUSE'</h2>
While getting harsh on China, Trump did not forget to grant mercy to the other nations who have sought negotiations with the US after the US president imposed reciprocal tariffs on April 2.&nbsp;
Trump said that he would put a "90-day PAUSE" and a "substantially lowered reciprocal tariff" on more than 75 countries who have called the US representatives for negotiations.&nbsp;
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"Conversely, and based on the fact that more than 75 Countries have called Representatives of the United States, including the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and the USTR, to negotiate a solution to the subjects being discussed relative to Trade, Trade Barriers, Tariffs, Currency Manipulation, and Non Monetary Tariffs, and that these Countries have not, at my strong suggestion, retaliated in any way, shape, or form against the United States, I have authorized a 90 day PAUSE, and a substantially lowered Reciprocal Tariff during this period, of 10%, also effective immediately. Thank you for your attention to this matter!," he added.
Earlier today, China stressed that due to the deteriorating of China-US economic and trade relations, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism advise the citizens heading to the US to stay "cautious" and assess the risks of travelling to America.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: While getting harsh on China, US President Trump did not forget to grant mercy to the other nations who have sought negotiations with the US.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (April 9) raised tariffson China to 125% "starting immediately", stressing that Beijing has shown a "lack of respect" to the world's markets. Trump stressed that the days of ripping off the US, and other countries, are no longer sustainable or acceptable. "Based on the lack of respect that China has shown to the World’s Markets, I am hereby raising the Tariff charged to China by the United States of America to 125%, effective immediately. At some point, hopefully, in the near future, China will realize that the days of ripping off the U.S.A., and other Countries, is no longer sustainable or acceptable," the US president said in a Truth Social post. This comes after China raised its retaliatory tariffs to 84% on Wednesday, after US imposed 104% tariffs on Chinese goods on Tuesday. Also read: 'Squeeze Chinese heads into wall now': Kevin O'Leary urges Trump to slap China with '400% tariffs' to make them negotiate '90-day PAUSE' While getting harsh on China, Trump did not forget to grant mercy to the other nations who have sought negotiations with the US after the US president imposed reciprocal tariffs on April 2. Trump said that he would put a "90-day PAUSE" and a "substantially lowered reciprocal tariff" on more than 75 countries who have called the US representatives for negotiations. Also read: US-China trade war: Beijing's retaliatory tariff slammed as a 'loser' move by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent "Conversely, and based on the fact that more than 75 Countries have called Representatives of the United States, including the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, and the USTR, to negotiate a solution to the subjects being discussed relative to Trade, Trade Barriers, Tariffs, Currency Manipulation, and Non Monetary Tariffs, and that these Countries have not, at my strong suggestion, retaliated in any way, shape, or form against the United States, I have authorized a 90 day PAUSE, and a substantially lowered Reciprocal Tariff during this period, of 10%, also effective immediately. Thank you for your attention to this matter!," he added. Earlier today, China stressed that due to the deteriorating of China-US economic and trade relations, the Ministry of Culture and Tourism advise the citizens heading to the US to stay "cautious" and assess the risks of travelling to America. Also read: China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty (With inputs from agencies)

'Ripping off US unacceptable': Trump hikes China tariffs to 125%, gives '90-day PAUSE' on tariffs for countries seeking talks

Canadian businessman and &ldquo;Shark Tank&rdquo; investor Kevin O'Leary called for the US to impose "400% tariffs" on China, saying that 104% is not enough.&nbsp;
He appealed to US President Donald Trump to go hasher on China, so that Beijing comes to the bargaining table.&nbsp;
&ldquo;104% tariffs in China are not enough. I&rsquo;m advocating 400%,&rdquo; O&rsquo;Leary stated during his appearance on a CNN panel on Tuesday night.
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This comes after Trump announced 104% tariffs on China after warning them to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff.&nbsp;
The Canadian businessman further criticised the Chinese government for stealing the intellectual property of the US, alleging that China does not play by the rules and despite being a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), does not abide by its rules.
O&rsquo;Leary alleged that China steals technology, manufactures products in their country, and sells them back to the US.&nbsp;
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He demanded Trump to increase pressure on China to engage in negotiations.&nbsp;
<h2>'This is no longer about tariffs...'</h2>
He said that this was no longer about tariffs now, adding, "I want Xi on an airplane to Washington to level the playing field.&rdquo;
O'Leary stressed that no one has challenged China for decades, not even past US governments or Europe. "I've had enough".&nbsp;
He said that the Trump government is the first to confront China on the matter.&nbsp;
He said that he was speaking on behalf of millions of Americans whose intellectual property has allegedly been plundered by China.
Stressing that the US is the world's largest economy, accounting for 25% of global GDP, O'Leary said that "we will not have that forever".&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/playing-with-a-losing-hand-us-treasury-secretary-bessent-says-chinas-escalation-was-big-mistake-8940010">&lsquo;Playing with a losing hand&rsquo;: US Treasury Secretary Bessent says China&rsquo;s escalation was &lsquo;big mistake&rsquo;</a>
Therefore, "it is imperative that China be under pressure right now," he said.&nbsp;
Earlier today, China announced to impose &nbsp;84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10.&nbsp;
It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: O'Leary said that no one has challenged China for decades, not even past US governments or Europe, and that the Trump government is the first to confront China.

Canadian businessman and “Shark Tank” investor Kevin O'Leary called for the US to impose "400% tariffs" on China, saying that 104% is not enough. He appealed to US President Donald Trump to go hasher on China, so that Beijing comes to the bargaining table. “104% tariffs in China are not enough. I’m advocating 400%,” O’Leary stated during his appearance on a CNN panel on Tuesday night. Also read: US-China trade war: Beijing's retaliatory tariff slammed as a 'loser' move by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent This comes after Trump announced 104% tariffs on China after warning them to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff. The Canadian businessman further criticised the Chinese government for stealing the intellectual property of the US, alleging that China does not play by the rules and despite being a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), does not abide by its rules. O’Leary alleged that China steals technology, manufactures products in their country, and sells them back to the US. Also read:China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty He demanded Trump to increase pressure on China to engage in negotiations. 'This is no longer about tariffs...' He said that this was no longer about tariffs now, adding, "I want Xi on an airplane to Washington to level the playing field.” O'Leary stressed that no one has challenged China for decades, not even past US governments or Europe. "I've had enough". He said that the Trump government is the first to confront China on the matter. He said that he was speaking on behalf of millions of Americans whose intellectual property has allegedly been plundered by China. Stressing that the US is the world's largest economy, accounting for 25% of global GDP, O'Leary said that "we will not have that forever". Also read: ‘Playing with a losing hand’: US Treasury Secretary Bessent says China’s escalation was ‘big mistake’ Therefore, "it is imperative that China be under pressure right now," he said. Earlier today, China announced to impose 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10. It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list. Also read: China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in (With inputs from agencies)

'Squeeze Chinese heads into wall now': Kevin O'Leary urges Trump to slap China with '400% tariffs' to make them negotiate

China&rsquo;s top leaders are expected to meet as soon as Wednesday (Apr 9) to discuss measures to boost the economy and stabilise capital markets amid escalations in the trade war with the United States, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter.
Economists have warned that US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s tariffs on the world&rsquo;s second-largest economy could result in a decline of one to two per cent in the country&rsquo;s growth, worsen industrial overcapacity, put domestic jobs at risk, and further fuel deflationary forces.
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The planned high-level meeting comes as 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods take effect on Wednesday (Apr 9) and marks the first one that became publicly known since Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on China last week.&nbsp;
<h2>High-level meet</h2>
The top leaders who are expected to attend the meeting include senior officials from the State Council, or cabinet, as well as several government and regulatory bodies, reported Reuters, citing two anonymous sources.
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They added that top officials from the government bodies, including the People's Bank of China, the central bank, and the finance ministry, were also likely to attend the meeting. Officials of the commerce ministry, the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) are also expected to be present at the meeting.
They will likely discuss measures to boost domestic consumption and support capital markets in China. The talks will likely include initiatives like making rebates on export tax more attractive for domestic companies, the sources said. Chinese state media are expected to report part of the meeting&rsquo;s agenda, they said.
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<h2>China-US trade war</h2>
On Wednesday (Apr 9), China hit back at the US with 84 per cent tariffs on all American goods in response to the 104 per cent sweeping tariffs imposed by the US. The new Chinese levies are set to take effect on Thursday (Apr 10).
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Earlier, China imposed a 34 per cent tariff on US goods following Trump&rsquo;s announcement of &ldquo;reciprocal tariffs&rdquo; on April 2. Trump had warned China of withdrawing its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50 per cent duties. However, China has vowed to fight back against the US president&rsquo;s alleged &ldquo;blackmail&rdquo;.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The planned high-level meeting comes as 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods take effect on Wednesday (Apr 9) and marks the first one that became publicly known since Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on China last week.

China’s top leaders are expected to meet as soon as Wednesday (Apr 9) to discuss measures to boost the economy and stabilise capital markets amid escalations in the trade war with the United States, Reuters reported, citing people familiar with the matter. Economists have warned that US President Donald Trump’s tariffs on the world’s second-largest economy could result in a decline of one to two per cent in the country’s growth, worsen industrial overcapacity, put domestic jobs at risk, and further fuel deflationary forces. Also read | China vows to ‘fight’ against Trump’s tariff. Beijing’s plan to ban Hollywood movies could cost US millions The planned high-level meeting comes as 104 per cent tariffs on Chinese goods take effect on Wednesday (Apr 9) and marks the first one that became publicly known since Trump imposed reciprocal tariffs on China last week. High-level meet The top leaders who are expected to attend the meeting include senior officials from the State Council, or cabinet, as well as several government and regulatory bodies, reported Reuters, citing two anonymous sources. Also read | China not backing down! Beijing hits back at US with 84% tariffs on all US goods from April 10, after Trump's 104% duty They added that top officials from the government bodies, including the People's Bank of China, the central bank, and the finance ministry, were also likely to attend the meeting. Officials of the commerce ministry, the National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) are also expected to be present at the meeting. They will likely discuss measures to boost domestic consumption and support capital markets in China. The talks will likely include initiatives like making rebates on export tax more attractive for domestic companies, the sources said. Chinese state media are expected to report part of the meeting’s agenda, they said. Also read | China trying to be friends with India again? Beijing asks India to 'stand together' amid Trump's tariffs China-US trade war On Wednesday (Apr 9), China hit back at the US with 84 per cent tariffs on all American goods in response to the 104 per cent sweeping tariffs imposed by the US. The new Chinese levies are set to take effect on Thursday (Apr 10). Also read | China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in Earlier, China imposed a 34 per cent tariff on US goods following Trump’s announcement of “reciprocal tariffs” on April 2. Trump had warned China of withdrawing its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50 per cent duties. However, China has vowed to fight back against the US president’s alleged “blackmail”. (With inputs from agencies)

Top Chinese leaders to meet to discuss support measures amid trade war with US – Report

China hits back at the United States on Wednesday (April 9), with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday, Beijing's finance ministry announced.&nbsp;
China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10.&nbsp;
It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.
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After the announcement, the US stock index futures also reportedly took a sharp dive.&nbsp;
Earlier, China announced to impose 34% tariff after US President Donald Trump imposed the "reciprocal tariffs" on April 2. Following this, Trump warned China to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff.&nbsp;
He also took to Truth Social, saying that "China played it wrong, they panicked - The one thing they cannot afford to do!"
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On Tuesday, the US President slapped a 104% tariff on Chinese goods starting from Wednesday.&nbsp;
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Donald Trump is taking a &ldquo;custom, tailor-made&rdquo; approach to trade with each country. That could include talks around military presence or foreign aid, depending on America&rsquo;s priorities.
&ldquo;Negotiations will be based on America&rsquo;s needs,&rdquo; she said.
China had also said that it would control exports of medium and heavy rare earths, materials that are used in high-tech products such as computer chips and electric vehicle batteries.&nbsp;
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Moreover, the Chinese government has declined to comment on whether it would negotiate with the US, like other countries.&nbsp;
&ldquo;If the U.S. insists on further escalating its economic and trade restrictions, China has the firm will and abundant means to take necessary countermeasures and fight to the end,&rdquo; the Chinese commerce ministry said in its statement.
China also issued a white paper titled "China's Position on Some Issues Concerning China-US Economic and Trade Relations", criticising the US for imposing tariffs on over $500 billion worth of Chinese exports since 2018.&nbsp;
The Chinese government issued the paper to clarify the facts about China-US economic and trade relations.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: China's finance ministry stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list.

China hits back at the United States on Wednesday (April 9), with 84% tariffs on all American goods starting from Thursday, Beijing's finance ministry announced. China's finance ministry said it would impose additional tariffs on US goods from April 10. It further stressed that they had added 12 US entities to the export control list and 6 US entities to the 'unreliable entity' list. Also read: China trying to be friends with India again? Beijing asks India to 'stand together' amid Trump's tariffs After the announcement, the US stock index futures also reportedly took a sharp dive. Earlier, China announced to impose 34% tariff after US President Donald Trump imposed the "reciprocal tariffs" on April 2. Following this, Trump warned China to roll back its retaliatory tariffs or the US would respond with an additional 50% tariff. He also took to Truth Social, saying that "China played it wrong, they panicked - The one thing they cannot afford to do!" Also read: China's 'neighbourhood first' policy amid Trump tariffs: Xi Jinping advocates better ties with neighbours as 104 pc duties kick in On Tuesday, the US President slapped a 104% tariff on Chinese goods starting from Wednesday. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Donald Trump is taking a “custom, tailor-made” approach to trade with each country. That could include talks around military presence or foreign aid, depending on America’s priorities. “Negotiations will be based on America’s needs,” she said. China had also said that it would control exports of medium and heavy rare earths, materials that are used in high-tech products such as computer chips and electric vehicle batteries. Also read: Trump mocks world leaders, claims 'countries are calling us up, kissing my a**,' to negotiate tariffs Moreover, the Chinese government has declined to comment on whether it would negotiate with the US, like other countries. “If the U.S. insists on further escalating its economic and trade restrictions, China has the firm will and abundant means to take necessary countermeasures and fight to the end,” the Chinese commerce ministry said in its statement. China also issued a white paper titled "China's Position on Some Issues Concerning China-US Economic and Trade Relations", criticising the US for imposing tariffs on over $500 billion worth of Chinese exports since 2018. The Chinese government issued the paper to clarify the facts about China-US economic and trade relations. Also read: ‘China wants a deal, badly’: Trump slaps 104% tariff after Beijing defies ultimatum, says 'waiting for their call' (With inputs from agencies)

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Top 10 world news: Ukraine captures Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia; Trump holds call with S Korea's Han

Ukrainian President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mole-inside-volodymyr-zelensky-ukraine-lie-detectors-us-mineral-deal-with-trump-leaks-8930450" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Volodymyr Zelensky</a> has said that two Chinese nationals have been captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine. 
Writing in a social media post on Tuesday, Zelensky wrote, &ldquo;Our military captured two Chinese citizens who fought in the Russian army. This happened on the territory of Ukraine, in the Donetsk region.&rdquo;
He added that Ukrainian authorities are in possession of the men&rsquo;s documents, bank cards, and personal information. A video clip of one of the captured Chinese fighters was also shared in the post.
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<h2>Ukraine demands answers from China</h2>
Zelensky said he had instructed Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha to urgently contact Chinese officials for an explanation. &ldquo;I have instructed the foreign minister of Ukraine to immediately contact Beijing and find out how China is going to respond to this,&rdquo; he said.
Kyiv has also called on allies to respond. &ldquo;A reaction from the United States, Europe, and everyone in the world who wants peace&rdquo; is needed, Zelensky added.
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<h2>More Chinese fighters in Russian ranks?</h2>
According to Zelensky, there is evidence that the involvement of Chinese nationals is not limited to the two men captured. "We have information suggesting that there are many more Chinese citizens in the occupier's units than just these two. We are currently verifying all the facts&mdash;intelligence, the Security Service of Ukraine, and the relevant units of the Armed Forces are working on it," he said.
"Russia's involvement of China, along with other countries, whether directly or indirectly, in this war in Europe is a clear signal that Putin intends to do anything but end the war. He is looking for ways to continue fighting. This definitely requires a response," he added.
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Zelensky said that Ukrainian troops encountered a group of six Chinese soldiers near the villages of Tarasivka and Bilohorivka in the Donetsk region.
At a joint press conference with Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever, Zelensky said, &ldquo;There is a difference: the North Koreans fought against us in the Kursk direction, the Chinese are fighting on the territory of Ukraine.&rdquo;
<h2>Diplomatic fallout between Ukraine and China</h2>
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed that Ukraine has summoned China's charge d'affaires to voice condemnation and demand an official response.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sybiha wrote, &ldquo;Chinese citizens fighting as part of Russia&rsquo;s invasion army in Ukraine puts into question China&rsquo;s declared stance for peace and undermines Beijing&rsquo;s credibility as a responsible permanent member of the UN Security Council.&rdquo;
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While China has repeatedly insisted it remains neutral in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and claims not to be arming either side, it remains a close ally of Moscow. The Chinese government has never condemned the invasion, and NATO countries have labelled Beijing a &ldquo;decisive enabler&rdquo; of the war.
Zelensky has long urged China to use its influence over Moscow to help end the war. So far, however, Beijing has taken no such steps, despite mounting pressure.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Zelensky wrote, “Our military captured two Chinese citizens who fought in the Russian army. This happened on the territory of Ukraine, in the Donetsk region.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that two Chinese nationals have been captured by Ukrainian forces while fighting for Russia in eastern Ukraine. Writing in a social media post on Tuesday, Zelensky wrote, “Our military captured two Chinese citizens who fought in the Russian army. This happened on the territory of Ukraine, in the Donetsk region.” He added that Ukrainian authorities are in possession of the men’s documents, bank cards, and personal information. A video clip of one of the captured Chinese fighters was also shared in the post. Also read: Mole inside Zelensky’s inner circle? Ukraine breaks out 'lie detectors' after Trump' mineral deal draft leaks Ukraine demands answers from China Zelensky said he had instructed Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha to urgently contact Chinese officials for an explanation. “I have instructed the foreign minister of Ukraine to immediately contact Beijing and find out how China is going to respond to this,” he said. Kyiv has also called on allies to respond. “A reaction from the United States, Europe, and everyone in the world who wants peace” is needed, Zelensky added. Also read: 'They are afraid to say Russian': Zelensky blasts 'weak' US response after Russian strike kills 9 children in his home city More Chinese fighters in Russian ranks? According to Zelensky, there is evidence that the involvement of Chinese nationals is not limited to the two men captured. "We have information suggesting that there are many more Chinese citizens in the occupier's units than just these two. We are currently verifying all the facts—intelligence, the Security Service of Ukraine, and the relevant units of the Armed Forces are working on it," he said. "Russia's involvement of China, along with other countries, whether directly or indirectly, in this war in Europe is a clear signal that Putin intends to do anything but end the war. He is looking for ways to continue fighting. This definitely requires a response," he added. Also read: Ukraine war: 18, including 9 children, killed in Zelensky's hometown, Moscow says was targeting 'military' Zelensky said that Ukrainian troops encountered a group of six Chinese soldiers near the villages of Tarasivka and Bilohorivka in the Donetsk region. At a joint press conference with Belgian Prime Minister Bart de Wever, Zelensky said, “There is a difference: the North Koreans fought against us in the Kursk direction, the Chinese are fighting on the territory of Ukraine.” Diplomatic fallout between Ukraine and China Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha confirmed that Ukraine has summoned China's charge d'affaires to voice condemnation and demand an official response. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Sybiha wrote, “Chinese citizens fighting as part of Russia’s invasion army in Ukraine puts into question China’s declared stance for peace and undermines Beijing’s credibility as a responsible permanent member of the UN Security Council.” Also read: How did Russia's 'slush fund' head Kirill Dmitriev become Putin's mouthpiece to Trump? While China has repeatedly insisted it remains neutral in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and claims not to be arming either side, it remains a close ally of Moscow. The Chinese government has never condemned the invasion, and NATO countries have labelled Beijing a “decisive enabler” of the war. Zelensky has long urged China to use its influence over Moscow to help end the war. So far, however, Beijing has taken no such steps, despite mounting pressure. (With inputs from agencies)

'How is China going to respond?': Ukraine captures Chinese soldiers fighting for Russia; Zelensky demands answers from Beijing

Despite a steep drop in the US stock market last week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says that President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cant-stomach-trumps-absurd-tariff-math-trumps-treasury-secy-looking-for-exit-door-after-tariffs-ruin-his-credibility-8930074" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump&rsquo;s</a> new tariff plans aren&rsquo;t the real reason behind the fall.
Instead, Bessent pointed the finger at DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence platform launched earlier this year, claiming that its release had a bigger impact on investor confidence than any political decision.
&ldquo;For everyone who thinks these market declines are all based on the President's economic policies, I can tell you that this market decline started with the Chinese AI announcement of DeepSeek,&rdquo; Bessent said during an interview with Tucker Carlson posted on Friday.
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<h2>'I'd say it's more a Mag 7 problem, not a MAGA'</h2>
DeepSeek, which rivals platforms like ChatGPT, introduced its latest version in January. According to Bessent, it triggered the downturn in the share prices of leading US tech firms, often referred to as the &ldquo;Magnificent 7.&rdquo;
&ldquo;I'd say it's more a Mag 7 problem, not a MAGA problem,&rdquo; Bessent told Carlson.
Bessent, a former hedge fund manager before becoming Treasury Secretary under Trump, explained, &ldquo;If I were to analyse in my old hat, and this is the only time I'm going to talk about it ... what's happening with the market, I'd say it's more a Mag 7 problem, not a MAGA problem.&rdquo;
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The &ldquo;Mag 7&rdquo; includes seven top-performing technology companies whose success has heavily influenced the stock market&rsquo;s recent highs. &ldquo;MAGA,&rdquo; meanwhile, refers to Trump&rsquo;s &ldquo;Make America Great Again&rdquo; slogan.
US markets have fallen by roughly 10% over two days since Trump introduced a global 10% import tax, with even steeper tariffs for certain countries. But signs of weakness were already visible earlier in the year when DeepSeek&rsquo;s free AI assistant launched, boasting lower data use and cheaper running costs. That launch led to a massive selloff &mdash; including a record $600 billion loss in market value from AI chipmaker Nvidia, one of the Magnificent 7.
<h2>Trump officials play down market concerns</h2>
Bessent is not the only Trump official downplaying the market reaction. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has also dismissed concerns, suggesting the market response is unrelated to Trump&rsquo;s tariff announcement.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: DeepSeek, which rivals platforms like ChatGPT, introduced its latest version in January. According to Bessent, it triggered the downturn in the share prices of leading US tech firms, often referred to as the “Magnificent 7.”

Despite a steep drop in the US stock market last week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says that President Donald Trump’s new tariff plans aren’t the real reason behind the fall. Instead, Bessent pointed the finger at DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial intelligence platform launched earlier this year, claiming that its release had a bigger impact on investor confidence than any political decision. “For everyone who thinks these market declines are all based on the President's economic policies, I can tell you that this market decline started with the Chinese AI announcement of DeepSeek,” Bessent said during an interview with Tucker Carlson posted on Friday. Also read: 'China has been hit much harder': Trump downplays Beijing's retaliatory tariffs but admits trade war 'won’t be easy' 'I'd say it's more a Mag 7 problem, not a MAGA' DeepSeek, which rivals platforms like ChatGPT, introduced its latest version in January. According to Bessent, it triggered the downturn in the share prices of leading US tech firms, often referred to as the “Magnificent 7.” “I'd say it's more a Mag 7 problem, not a MAGA problem,” Bessent told Carlson. Bessent, a former hedge fund manager before becoming Treasury Secretary under Trump, explained, “If I were to analyse in my old hat, and this is the only time I'm going to talk about it ... what's happening with the market, I'd say it's more a Mag 7 problem, not a MAGA problem.” Also read: 'Not just taxes, it’s a safety net': Why India has sky-high tariffs? The “Mag 7” includes seven top-performing technology companies whose success has heavily influenced the stock market’s recent highs. “MAGA,” meanwhile, refers to Trump’s “Make America Great Again” slogan. US markets have fallen by roughly 10% over two days since Trump introduced a global 10% import tax, with even steeper tariffs for certain countries. But signs of weakness were already visible earlier in the year when DeepSeek’s free AI assistant launched, boasting lower data use and cheaper running costs. That launch led to a massive selloff — including a record $600 billion loss in market value from AI chipmaker Nvidia, one of the Magnificent 7. Trump officials play down market concerns Bessent is not the only Trump official downplaying the market reaction. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has also dismissed concerns, suggesting the market response is unrelated to Trump’s tariff announcement. Also read: Netanyahu to meet Trump in Washington this week, first foreign leader to discuss tariffs in person (With inputs from agencies)

‘Blame China’s AI, not Trump’: US Treasury Secretary claims DeepSeek responsible for tanking stock market, not tariffs

US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/whos-the-democrat-trump-wants-to-face-in-third-term-showdown-spoiler-its-not-biden-8914183" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump</a> on Friday (April 04) extended the deadline for Chinese firm ByteDance Ltd. to divest TikTok&rsquo;s US operations adding that his administration has been trying really hard to 'save' social media platform TikTok.
Taking to Truth Social, the US President said, "My Administration has been working very hard on a Deal to SAVE TIKTOK, and we have made tremendous progress."
"The Deal requires more work to ensure all necessary approvals are signed, which is why I am signing an Executive Order to keep TikTok up and running for an additional 75 days," he added.
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Tiktok, which is used by 170 million Americans, was set to go offline in US as soon as this weekend.&nbsp;
Trump earlier said that his administration was "very close" to reaching a deal on TikTok, with multiple investors but it seems that not everything the US president says is true.&nbsp;
"We hope to continue working in Good Faith with China, who I understand are not very happy about our Reciprocal Tariffs (Necessary for Fair and Balanced Trade between China and the U.S.A.!). This proves that Tariffs are the most powerful Economic tool, and very important to our National Security!," Trump said.
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"We do not want TikTok to &ldquo;go dark.&rdquo; We look forward to working with TikTok and China to close the Deal. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" he concluded.
Trump on Thursday had said that he would give China some relief from tariffs if it approved the TikTok deal. It is crucial to note that any deal for TikTok's US business needs the Chinese government's approval. Till now, the Asian country has not made a public commitment to allow a sale.
(With inputs from agencies)

Taking to Truth Social, the US President said, "My Administration has been working very hard on a Deal to SAVE TIKTOK, and we have made tremendous progress." World

US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 04) extended the deadline for Chinese firm ByteDance Ltd. to divest TikTok’s US operations adding that his administration has been trying really hard to 'save' social media platform TikTok. Taking to Truth Social, the US President said, "My Administration has been working very hard on a Deal to SAVE TIKTOK, and we have made tremendous progress." "The Deal requires more work to ensure all necessary approvals are signed, which is why I am signing an Executive Order to keep TikTok up and running for an additional 75 days," he added. Also read: 'Pentagon will pay': Did Trump shot US weapon production in foot with reciprocal tariffs? F-35, NATO partnerships at risk Tiktok, which is used by 170 million Americans, was set to go offline in US as soon as this weekend. Trump earlier said that his administration was "very close" to reaching a deal on TikTok, with multiple investors but it seems that not everything the US president says is true. "We hope to continue working in Good Faith with China, who I understand are not very happy about our Reciprocal Tariffs (Necessary for Fair and Balanced Trade between China and the U.S.A.!). This proves that Tariffs are the most powerful Economic tool, and very important to our National Security!," Trump said. Also read: ‘My policies will never change’: Trump says it’s a ‘great time to get rich’ as $3 trillion wiped from markets after tariffs "We do not want TikTok to “go dark.” We look forward to working with TikTok and China to close the Deal. Thank you for your attention to this matter!" he concluded. Trump on Thursday had said that he would give China some relief from tariffs if it approved the TikTok deal. It is crucial to note that any deal for TikTok's US business needs the Chinese government's approval. Till now, the Asian country has not made a public commitment to allow a sale. (With inputs from agencies)

TikTok stays, for now: Trump 'saves' TikTok from 'going dark' in US, offers to 'work with' China to close a deal

US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 4) slammed China for imposing "retaliatory tariffs" on US goods, saying that they "PANICKED and PLAYED IT WRONG".&nbsp;
Trump continued to hit back at China and said that China did the one thing that they cannot afford to do.&nbsp;
"CHINA PLAYED IT WRONG, THEY PANICKED - THE ONE THING THEY CANNOT AFFORD TO DO!," the US president said in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;
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China on Friday (April 4) imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US starting on April 10, calling it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", adding that it undermines China's legitimate rights and interests.
&ldquo;This practice of the US is not in line with international trade rules, seriously undermines China&rsquo;s legitimate rights and interests, and is a typical unilateral bullying practice,&rdquo; China&rsquo;s State Council Tariff Commission said in a statement announcing its retaliatory tariffs.
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Beijing also announced controls on exports of medium and heavy rare earths, including samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium, to the US from April 4 onwards.
Moreover, China&rsquo;s Ministry of Commerce said it was adding 11 American companies to its list of "unreliable entities", essentially barring them from doing business in China or with Chinese companies.&nbsp;
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"The purpose of the Chinese government's implementation of export controls on relevant items in accordance with the law is to better safeguard national security and interests and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation," China's commerce ministry said in a statement.
China retaliated after the US imposed 34% "reciprocal tariffs" on Beijing on its "Liberation Day", while admitting they&rsquo;re only about half of what other countries charge the US.
"We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: China imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US, calling it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", saying it undermines China's legitimate rights.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 4) slammed China for imposing "retaliatory tariffs" on US goods, saying that they "PANICKED and PLAYED IT WRONG". Trump continued to hit back at China and said that China did the one thing that they cannot afford to do. "CHINA PLAYED IT WRONG, THEY PANICKED - THE ONE THING THEY CANNOT AFFORD TO DO!," the US president said in a post on Truth Social. Also read: 'Typical unilateral bullying practice': China hits back at US with 34% tariffs on American goods from April 10 China on Friday (April 4) imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US starting on April 10, calling it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", adding that it undermines China's legitimate rights and interests. “This practice of the US is not in line with international trade rules, seriously undermines China’s legitimate rights and interests, and is a typical unilateral bullying practice,” China’s State Council Tariff Commission said in a statement announcing its retaliatory tariffs. Also read: Trump tariffs after-effect: Billionaires lost combined $208 billion; Musk, Zuckerberg biggest losers. FULL LIST HERE Beijing also announced controls on exports of medium and heavy rare earths, including samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium, to the US from April 4 onwards. Moreover, China’s Ministry of Commerce said it was adding 11 American companies to its list of "unreliable entities", essentially barring them from doing business in China or with Chinese companies. Also read: ‘Makes us less safe': Trump ousts NSA chief Tim Haugh for 'no reason' after Loomer meeting amid 'loyalty purge' "The purpose of the Chinese government's implementation of export controls on relevant items in accordance with the law is to better safeguard national security and interests and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation," China's commerce ministry said in a statement. China retaliated after the US imposed 34% "reciprocal tariffs" on Beijing on its "Liberation Day", while admitting they’re only about half of what other countries charge the US. "We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said. Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ (With inputs from agencies)

'CHINA PANICKED': Trump slams Beijing for imposing tariffs on US goods, says they 'PLAYED IT WRONG'

Days after the probe was ordered on the collapse of a Chinese-built high-rise building in Bangkok, Beijing has censored references on China's internet to the skyscraper.
Notably, the partially constructed high-rise tower was the only building to completely crumble after an earthquake in Myanmar shook the Thai capital. The building was set to be the Thai government's State Audit Office. The under-construction skyscraper crumbled like a pack of cards in no time, leaving a cloud of dust in the air.&nbsp;
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The skyscraper collapsed in Bangkok, Thailand is the Budget Bureau building constructed by CR10g, a subsidiary of state owned China Railway Engineering Corporation. At least 3 dead and 81 people remain trapped at scene. <a href="https://t.co/OMaMEPsFRi">pic.twitter.com/OMaMEPsFRi</a>
&mdash; The Great Translation Movement 大翻译运动 (@TGTM_Official) <a href="https://twitter.com/TGTM_Official/status/1905574007325471026?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 28, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2>Probe ordered on Chinese-built high-rise collapse</h2>
Experts have questioned the structural integrity of the collapsed building, which belonged to Thailand&rsquo;s State Audit Office (SAO), as per reports. It had been under construction for three years at a reported cost of over two billion baht ($58 million) and was built by a Chinese company.
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The SAO building was a joint venture between Italian-Thai Development Plc (ITD) and China Railway Number 10 (Thailand) Ltd, says the Telegraph report. The latter is a subsidiary of China Railway Number 10 Engineering Group Company, which holds a 49 per cent stake&mdash;the maximum allowed under Thai law for foreign ownership. China Railway Number 10 Thailand, established in 2018, has operated as a contractor for large infrastructure projects, including office buildings, railways, and public roads.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World | Days after the probe was ordered on the collapse of a Chinese-built high-rise building in Bangkok, Beijing has censored references on China's internet to the skyscraper.

Days after the probe was ordered on the collapse of a Chinese-built high-rise building in Bangkok, Beijing has censored references on China's internet to the skyscraper. Notably, the partially constructed high-rise tower was the only building to completely crumble after an earthquake in Myanmar shook the Thai capital. The building was set to be the Thai government's State Audit Office. The under-construction skyscraper crumbled like a pack of cards in no time, leaving a cloud of dust in the air. The skyscraper collapsed in Bangkok, Thailand is the Budget Bureau building constructed by CR10g, a subsidiary of state owned China Railway Engineering Corporation. At least 3 dead and 81 people remain trapped at scene. pic.twitter.com/OMaMEPsFRi — The Great Translation Movement 大翻译运动 (@TGTM_Official) March 28, 2025 Read More | China's premier auto show faces conflict amidst organizers' dispute As per an ABC news report, searches for related keywords like "Bangkok" and "tower" on Chinese social media didn't show results of the said building. Reports on the building collapse from Chinese state media outlet were also not found. China Railway Number 10 deleted all posts about the construction from its WeChat account. Read More | 'Don't play with fire': Why is China angry at Philippines amid Taiwan tensions? Answer: 20 American F-16 jets are coming... Probe ordered on Chinese-built high-rise collapse Experts have questioned the structural integrity of the collapsed building, which belonged to Thailand’s State Audit Office (SAO), as per reports. It had been under construction for three years at a reported cost of over two billion baht ($58 million) and was built by a Chinese company. Watch | Bangkok earthquake: Satellite images show how the tower flattened after the earthquake The SAO building was a joint venture between Italian-Thai Development Plc (ITD) and China Railway Number 10 (Thailand) Ltd, says the Telegraph report. The latter is a subsidiary of China Railway Number 10 Engineering Group Company, which holds a 49 per cent stake—the maximum allowed under Thai law for foreign ownership. China Railway Number 10 Thailand, established in 2018, has operated as a contractor for large infrastructure projects, including office buildings, railways, and public roads. Read More | Firm with China link faces inquiry after Bangkok skyscraper collapse in quake (With inputs from agencies)

China censors search on Bangkok building collapse amid probe on Chinese company

The remarks of Bangladesh&rsquo;s interim government chief adviser, Muhammad Yunus, inviting China to expand its influence in India&rsquo;s northeastern states have offended many across the nation, but leaders from the North East are most miffed, with some even suggesting splitting up Bangladesh. Launching a tirade against Yunus&rsquo; comments, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called them &lsquo;offensive&rsquo; and &lsquo;strongly condemnable&rsquo; as he suggested ways to overcome the vulnerability narrative associated with India&rsquo;s strategic &lsquo;Chicken&rsquo;s Neck&rsquo; corridor.&nbsp; Pradyot Manikya, chief of the Tipra Motha Party, came up with a brutal and profound solution, suggesting that Bangladesh be split up to get access to the sea rather than spending money on costly engineering ideas.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/seven-indian-states-are-landlocked-yunus-invites-china-to-expand-calls-bangladesh-only-guardian-of-ocean-8911289">'Seven Indian states are landlocked': Yunus invites China to expand, calls Bangladesh 'only guardian of ocean'</a> During his China visit last week, Yunus had urged Beijing to establish an economic foothold in Bangladesh by leveraging its strategic position, while claiming to be the &ldquo;only guardian of the ocean&rdquo; for the landlocked northeastern states of India, and &lsquo;invited&rsquo; China to make the area an &lsquo;extension&rsquo;. The video of Yunus&rsquo; remarks went viral on Monday, igniting a widespread condemnation. Yunus is being called names on social media.
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&ldquo;The statement made by Md Younis of Bangladesh&rsquo;s so-called interim government referring to the seven sister states of Northeast India as landlocked and positioning Bangladesh as their guardian of ocean access is offensive and strongly condemnable. This remark underscores the persistent vulnerability narrative associated with India&rsquo;s strategic &lsquo;Chicken&rsquo;s Neck&rsquo; corridor (sic),&rdquo; Sarma said in a post on X.
&ldquo;Historically, even internal elements within India have dangerously suggested severing this critical passageway to isolate the Northeast from the mainland physically,&rdquo; he added, and suggested scaling up infrastructure in the region.&nbsp; &ldquo;It is imperative to develop more robust railway and road networks both underneath and around the Chicken&rsquo;s Neck corridor,&rdquo; he said.
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The statement made by Md Younis of Bangladesh so called interim Government referring to the seven sister states of Northeast India as landlocked and positioning Bangladesh as their guardian of ocean access, is offensive and strongly condemnable. This remark underscores the&hellip;
&mdash; Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) <a href="https://twitter.com/himantabiswa/status/1906900955532042395?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote>
 Tipra Motha Party chief Pradyot Manikya came up with a more blistering reaction, suggesting that India adopt a more aggressive approach. &ldquo;Rather than spending billions on innovative and challenging engineering ideas, we might as well break up Bangladesh and have our own access to the sea,&rdquo; Manikya said.
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Rather than spending billions on innovative and challenging engineering ideas we might as well break up Bangladesh and have our own access to the sea . The Chittagong hill tracts were always inhabited by indigenous tribes which always wanted to be part of india since 1947 . There&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/rcjs6msae7">https://t.co/rcjs6msae7</a>
&mdash; Pradyot_Tripura (@PradyotManikya) <a href="https://twitter.com/PradyotManikya/status/1906924621166968868?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 1, 2025</a></blockquote>
 He further called India&rsquo;s decision to relinquish control over Chittagong port in 1947 &ldquo;the biggest mistake&rdquo; and validated his plan by pointing out the pro-India leanings of the indigenous groups that historically ruled Chittagong. &ldquo;The Chittagong hill tracts were always inhabited by indigenous tribes that always wanted to be part of India since 1947. There are lakhs and lakhs of Tripuri, Garo, Khasi, and Chakma people residing in Bangladesh in terrible conditions in their traditional lands. This should be utilized for our national interest and for their well-being,&rdquo; he added.
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Opposition party Congress leader Pawan Khera also slammed Yunus&rsquo; remarks, warning of the strategic threat posed by China&rsquo;s growing influence in the region. He accused the Union government of failing to safeguard the Northeast. &ldquo;Bangladesh is inviting China to encircle India. This attitude of the Bangladesh government is very dangerous for the security of our North East region. The government is not taking care of Manipur, and China has already settled villages in Arunachal,&rdquo; Khera wrote in a post on X in Hindi. The remarks of Yunus reflect his shift towards China after political upheaval and change in Dhaka, even though Bangladesh owes its very existence to India, which had played a major role in its creation. Incidentally, some social media marked the irony in Yunus&rsquo; comments and pointed out that Bangladesh is itself almost completely surrounded by India.
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World | Bangladesh: Pradyot Manikya, chief of the Tipra Motha Party, came up with a brutal and profound solution, suggesting that Bangladesh be split up to get access to the sea rather than spending money on costly engineering ideas.

The remarks of Bangladesh’s interim government chief adviser, Muhammad Yunus, inviting China to expand its influence in India’s northeastern states have offended many across the nation, but leaders from the North East are most miffed, with some even suggesting splitting up Bangladesh. Launching a tirade against Yunus’ comments, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called them ‘offensive’ and ‘strongly condemnable’ as he suggested ways to overcome the vulnerability narrative associated with India’s strategic ‘Chicken’s Neck’ corridor. Pradyot Manikya, chief of the Tipra Motha Party, came up with a brutal and profound solution, suggesting that Bangladesh be split up to get access to the sea rather than spending money on costly engineering ideas. Also read | 'Seven Indian states are landlocked': Yunus invites China to expand, calls Bangladesh 'only guardian of ocean' During his China visit last week, Yunus had urged Beijing to establish an economic foothold in Bangladesh by leveraging its strategic position, while claiming to be the “only guardian of the ocean” for the landlocked northeastern states of India, and ‘invited’ China to make the area an ‘extension’. The video of Yunus’ remarks went viral on Monday, igniting a widespread condemnation. Yunus is being called names on social media. Also Read | Nepal making a U-turn? Ex-Maoist guerrilla leads fight for return of monarchy, Hindu nation “The statement made by Md Younis of Bangladesh’s so-called interim government referring to the seven sister states of Northeast India as landlocked and positioning Bangladesh as their guardian of ocean access is offensive and strongly condemnable. This remark underscores the persistent vulnerability narrative associated with India’s strategic ‘Chicken’s Neck’ corridor (sic),” Sarma said in a post on X. “Historically, even internal elements within India have dangerously suggested severing this critical passageway to isolate the Northeast from the mainland physically,” he added, and suggested scaling up infrastructure in the region. “It is imperative to develop more robust railway and road networks both underneath and around the Chicken’s Neck corridor,” he said. The statement made by Md Younis of Bangladesh so called interim Government referring to the seven sister states of Northeast India as landlocked and positioning Bangladesh as their guardian of ocean access, is offensive and strongly condemnable. This remark underscores the… — Himanta Biswa Sarma (@himantabiswa) April 1, 2025 Tipra Motha Party chief Pradyot Manikya came up with a more blistering reaction, suggesting that India adopt a more aggressive approach. “Rather than spending billions on innovative and challenging engineering ideas, we might as well break up Bangladesh and have our own access to the sea,” Manikya said. Rather than spending billions on innovative and challenging engineering ideas we might as well break up Bangladesh and have our own access to the sea . The Chittagong hill tracts were always inhabited by indigenous tribes which always wanted to be part of india since 1947 . There… https://t.co/rcjs6msae7 — Pradyot_Tripura (@PradyotManikya) April 1, 2025 He further called India’s decision to relinquish control over Chittagong port in 1947 “the biggest mistake” and validated his plan by pointing out the pro-India leanings of the indigenous groups that historically ruled Chittagong. “The Chittagong hill tracts were always inhabited by indigenous tribes that always wanted to be part of India since 1947. There are lakhs and lakhs of Tripuri, Garo, Khasi, and Chakma people residing in Bangladesh in terrible conditions in their traditional lands. This should be utilized for our national interest and for their well-being,” he added. Also Read | Firm with China link faces inquiry after Bangkok skyscraper collapse in quake Opposition party Congress leader Pawan Khera also slammed Yunus’ remarks, warning of the strategic threat posed by China’s growing influence in the region. He accused the Union government of failing to safeguard the Northeast. “Bangladesh is inviting China to encircle India. This attitude of the Bangladesh government is very dangerous for the security of our North East region. The government is not taking care of Manipur, and China has already settled villages in Arunachal,” Khera wrote in a post on X in Hindi. The remarks of Yunus reflect his shift towards China after political upheaval and change in Dhaka, even though Bangladesh owes its very existence to India, which had played a major role in its creation. Incidentally, some social media marked the irony in Yunus’ comments and pointed out that Bangladesh is itself almost completely surrounded by India. Also read | Myanmar’s military dropped bombs 3 hours after quake devastation; UN slams junta

‘Better to split up Bangladesh than…’: Northeast leader’s response to Yunus remark

A 'thrifty' employee in a furniture store in China decided to live in the office toilet to cut costs. The 18-year-old woman made a makeshift bedroom, which she dismantles before she gets to work. Customers who visit the store use the space through the day, and then by the end of the day, she rebuilds her bedroom again. With a folding bed, a portable wardrobe, a washing space, and a cooking range, she had created a home in what many believe is unthinkable.
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Ms Yang, who has 16,000 followers on Douyin, a social media platform extensively used in China, documents her life. She has shown how to get to building, dismantling, and rebuilding her home daily. Though Yang was offered another space in the office premises, she chose the toilet, as it has a door, and she wants some privacy. Earlier, she was given space in her boss's residence.
Yang is currently hustling to be able to afford a home and a car in the future. The woman earns $410 and spends only $54, and the rest goes into her savings. She pays $6 as rent for the bathroom; she had offered to pay $27, but her boss refused and finalised the deal, which covers the expense of electricity and water.
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In her social media posts, she is seen cooking using a portable induction range. Her laundry is also looked after; she uses the roof of the building to dry her clothes. And makes the most of the space she has picked as her accommodation,
Her boss has told her she is 'thrifty' with her expenses, and with big dreams, Yang has chosen a little hustle and hopes to fulfil it all with her savings.
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A 'thrifty' employee in a furniture store in China decided to live in the office toilet to cut costs. The 18-year-old woman made a makeshift bedroom, which she dismantles before she gets to work.  Trending

A 'thrifty' employee in a furniture store in China decided to live in the office toilet to cut costs. The 18-year-old woman made a makeshift bedroom, which she dismantles before she gets to work. Customers who visit the store use the space through the day, and then by the end of the day, she rebuilds her bedroom again. With a folding bed, a portable wardrobe, a washing space, and a cooking range, she had created a home in what many believe is unthinkable. Also read: Tried to floss your teeth ever? New trend ‘brain flossing’ helps reduce stress, anxiety Ms Yang, who has 16,000 followers on Douyin, a social media platform extensively used in China, documents her life. She has shown how to get to building, dismantling, and rebuilding her home daily. Though Yang was offered another space in the office premises, she chose the toilet, as it has a door, and she wants some privacy. Earlier, she was given space in her boss's residence. Yang is currently hustling to be able to afford a home and a car in the future. The woman earns $410 and spends only $54, and the rest goes into her savings. She pays $6 as rent for the bathroom; she had offered to pay $27, but her boss refused and finalised the deal, which covers the expense of electricity and water. Also read: Want to quit smoking? This Turkish man's bizarre idea could motivate you to do so In her social media posts, she is seen cooking using a portable induction range. Her laundry is also looked after; she uses the roof of the building to dry her clothes. And makes the most of the space she has picked as her accommodation, Her boss has told her she is 'thrifty' with her expenses, and with big dreams, Yang has chosen a little hustle and hopes to fulfil it all with her savings.

$6 as rent, woman in China turns office toilet into her bedroom

China has reportedly hit another "golden" jackpot, having found a record 1,000-tonne gold deposit in the northeastern part of the country. Gold deposits are said to be present on a large scale in the country. Just last year, nearly 300 tonnes of gold were discovered in China, which was estimated to be worth over $80 billion.
The discoveries are being facilitated by Beijing's advanced mineral prospecting technology, according to researchers. China has one of the largest gold deposits in the world. However, on paper, South Africa and Australia are way ahead of it when it comes to gold deposits.&nbsp;
According to local media reports, the gold discovery was made in Liaoning and the area stretches over 3 km (9,800ft) from east to west and more than 2.5 km from north to south. The details were published in the journal China Mining Magazine.
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Gold deposits act as a safety blanket for countries in the face of economic meltdowns. They help them stay in the race of gold production, besides using them in the development of batteries and electronics. China is also the world's largest gold producer, with an output reaching nearly 380 tonnes by 2024.
<h2>1,000 metric tonnes of gold found in China gold field</h2>
In November last year, geologists found a gold deposit worth an estimated $80 billion at the Wangu goldfield in Wunan province. Forty veins filled with gold were found on the rocks around a mile deep into the ground. According to Hunan&rsquo;s Geological Bureau, the veins are likely filled with 300 tonnes of gold, and more might be present in the deeper reaches. A total of 1,000 metric tonnes of gold is expected to be present at the site.
The Wangu gold field is a vital gold-mining hub for China. The country has invested more than 100 million yuan ($1,37,68,300) for mineral exploration in the area since 2020.
However, some experts are not sure that the gold deposit in Liaoning is as large as China says. They are also concerned about the quality of the gold and whether it could be effectively mined. Meanwhile, Beijing stresses that the amount of gold found is as huge as they say it is and &ldquo;easy-to-mine&rdquo;.
Several geologists, including those at the World Gold Council, want independent verification of the discoveries and have called for more drilling.&nbsp;

China has one of the largest gold deposits in the world. It has now struck gold in two places since November last year, worth billions. World Trending

China has reportedly hit another "golden" jackpot, having found a record 1,000-tonne gold deposit in the northeastern part of the country. Gold deposits are said to be present on a large scale in the country. Just last year, nearly 300 tonnes of gold were discovered in China, which was estimated to be worth over $80 billion. The discoveries are being facilitated by Beijing's advanced mineral prospecting technology, according to researchers. China has one of the largest gold deposits in the world. However, on paper, South Africa and Australia are way ahead of it when it comes to gold deposits. According to local media reports, the gold discovery was made in Liaoning and the area stretches over 3 km (9,800ft) from east to west and more than 2.5 km from north to south. The details were published in the journal China Mining Magazine. Also Read: China uncovers ‘massive’ gold reserve worth billions in Hunan province Gold deposits act as a safety blanket for countries in the face of economic meltdowns. They help them stay in the race of gold production, besides using them in the development of batteries and electronics. China is also the world's largest gold producer, with an output reaching nearly 380 tonnes by 2024. 1,000 metric tonnes of gold found in China gold field In November last year, geologists found a gold deposit worth an estimated $80 billion at the Wangu goldfield in Wunan province. Forty veins filled with gold were found on the rocks around a mile deep into the ground. According to Hunan’s Geological Bureau, the veins are likely filled with 300 tonnes of gold, and more might be present in the deeper reaches. A total of 1,000 metric tonnes of gold is expected to be present at the site. The Wangu gold field is a vital gold-mining hub for China. The country has invested more than 100 million yuan ($1,37,68,300) for mineral exploration in the area since 2020. However, some experts are not sure that the gold deposit in Liaoning is as large as China says. They are also concerned about the quality of the gold and whether it could be effectively mined. Meanwhile, Beijing stresses that the amount of gold found is as huge as they say it is and “easy-to-mine”. Several geologists, including those at the World Gold Council, want independent verification of the discoveries and have called for more drilling.

China strikes gold again, discovers record 1,000-tonne deposit, reports suggest

Amid the ongoing trade war with India, the United States has named India as a "state-actor" in enabling direct and indirect supply of precursor chemicals for illicit fentanyl drug production.&nbsp;
Alongside, the US intelligence community also named China as a sources of precursors and "equipment for drug traffickers."
"These groups [transnational criminal organisations or TCOs] are often enabled, both directly and indirectly, by state actors, such as China and India, as sources of precursors and equipment for drug traffickers," the report published by the office of Tulsi Gabbard, US Director of National Intelligence (DNI), said.&nbsp;
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It added that China remains the primary source of illicit fentanyl precursor chemicals.&nbsp;
"China remains the primary source country for illicit fentanyl precursor chemicals and pill pressing equipment, followed by India," it read.&nbsp;
The use of fentanyl, among other synthetic opioids, is the most lethal drug trafficked into the United States and has claimed the lives of more than 52,000 Americans in 12 months ending in October 2024.&nbsp;
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Notably, on March 21, an India-based chemical manufacturing company and three of its high-level employees were charged in a Washington DC federal court, in a case related to illegally importing precursor chemicals used to make illicit fentanyl.
Moreover, &nbsp;federal agents also arrested two of the top-ranking employees of Hyderabad-based Vasudha Pharma Chem Limited (VPC) in New York City, Indian news agency PTI reported.&nbsp;
US President Donald Trump's administration has initiated a crackdown on the illegal import of fentanyl and also linked it with tariff adjustments in the case of some countries.&nbsp;
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However, it is the first time, the US has placed India and China on the same level in connection with the supply of precursor chemicals used by drug cartels to manufacture opioids like fentanyl.
In last year's report, India was just one of several countries from where the &nbsp;Mexican groups were sourcing chemicals to a "lesser extent". It had identified China as the primary supplier.
Earlier this month, Trump said his administration would not rest until "we have ended the fentanyl epidemic in America once and for all."
Also, Trump has warned to impose reciprocal tariffs on several countries as part of his "Liberation Day" tariffs set to take effect on April 2.&nbsp;
However, India is currently in talks with America to expedite a free trade deal to get some relief from Trump's tariffs.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: The use of fentanyl, among other synthetic opioids, is the most lethal drug trafficked into the US and has claimed more than 52,000 Americans' lives in 12 months.

Amid the ongoing trade war with India, the United States has named India as a "state-actor" in enabling direct and indirect supply of precursor chemicals for illicit fentanyl drug production. Alongside, the US intelligence community also named China as a sources of precursors and "equipment for drug traffickers." "These groups [transnational criminal organisations or TCOs] are often enabled, both directly and indirectly, by state actors, such as China and India, as sources of precursors and equipment for drug traffickers," the report published by the office of Tulsi Gabbard, US Director of National Intelligence (DNI), said. Also read: 'Incognito Market' operator booked under 'kingpin statute' for illegal fentanyl sale It added that China remains the primary source of illicit fentanyl precursor chemicals. "China remains the primary source country for illicit fentanyl precursor chemicals and pill pressing equipment, followed by India," it read. The use of fentanyl, among other synthetic opioids, is the most lethal drug trafficked into the United States and has claimed the lives of more than 52,000 Americans in 12 months ending in October 2024. Also read: Cleft palate, fused toes: Fentanyl likely causing certain birth defects in newborns Notably, on March 21, an India-based chemical manufacturing company and three of its high-level employees were charged in a Washington DC federal court, in a case related to illegally importing precursor chemicals used to make illicit fentanyl. Moreover, federal agents also arrested two of the top-ranking employees of Hyderabad-based Vasudha Pharma Chem Limited (VPC) in New York City, Indian news agency PTI reported. US President Donald Trump's administration has initiated a crackdown on the illegal import of fentanyl and also linked it with tariff adjustments in the case of some countries. Also read: Top US Senator Chuck Schumer accuses Chinese firms of ‘fuelling’ fentanyl crisis However, it is the first time, the US has placed India and China on the same level in connection with the supply of precursor chemicals used by drug cartels to manufacture opioids like fentanyl. In last year's report, India was just one of several countries from where the Mexican groups were sourcing chemicals to a "lesser extent". It had identified China as the primary supplier. Earlier this month, Trump said his administration would not rest until "we have ended the fentanyl epidemic in America once and for all." Also, Trump has warned to impose reciprocal tariffs on several countries as part of his "Liberation Day" tariffs set to take effect on April 2. However, India is currently in talks with America to expedite a free trade deal to get some relief from Trump's tariffs. Also read: India eyes tariff cut on more than half of US imports to shield its exports, sources say - Report (With inputs from agencies)

US intel names India, China as 'state-actors' in fentanyl trafficking amid Trump's trade war

A woman in China was so enraged at his property management company that she decided to exact revenge by literally paying them in pennies. She gave her dues of 650 yuan ($90) in the form of 6,000 coins to make them suffer for their bad service and behaviour, SCMP reported.
The incident in East China has become the talk of the town and the woman has gone viral on social media. The woman, surnamed Pi, lives in Jinan, Shandong province, said that the electricity supply to her flat was cut off on March 11. When she enquired, her residential community&rsquo;s property management company told her that she could not pay her electricity bill before she paid her outstanding dues. Only then will she get her power back on, she was told.
<h2>Company cut off her power to make her pay her service dues</h2>
The livid woman told people on social media, &ldquo;Who gave them the right to urge me to pay the property management fees by restricting my use of electricity?" She said that her management dues were unpaid because she was not happy with the service being offered.
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&ldquo;I forgot to pay. Also, I did not want to pay,&rdquo; said Pi in the viral video clip.
To teach them a lesson, the woman went to the bank and withdrew 650 yuan in the form of 6,000 coins all with a face value of either 0.1 yuan or 0.5 yuan. To make things harder, she wanted the company to count the coins one by one and so removed the covering the coins were packed in.
Pi took the money to pay her dues but the staff refused to accept the coins as payment and told her to deposit the money in the bank. She refused to comply and told them to accept the money or face police action
The staff then took the money and counted 6,000 coins over three hours and Pi remained in their office the entire time to keep an eye on them. Her power was later restored.
She detailed in the video how the property management company behaved every time she reached out to them with some problems. &ldquo;Often when I asked them to deal with some problems in our community, they responded by saying it was beyond their extent of jurisdiction. But they are so proactive in asking us to pay the fees," she said.
Pi further said that other people in the residential area had also paid in change in the past as a form of retaliation.

A woman paid 650 yuan ($90) in the form of 6,000 coins and made the staff count each coin. They had cut off her electricity to force her to pay her dues.  World Trending

A woman in China was so enraged at his property management company that she decided to exact revenge by literally paying them in pennies. She gave her dues of 650 yuan ($90) in the form of 6,000 coins to make them suffer for their bad service and behaviour, SCMP reported. The incident in East China has become the talk of the town and the woman has gone viral on social media. The woman, surnamed Pi, lives in Jinan, Shandong province, said that the electricity supply to her flat was cut off on March 11. When she enquired, her residential community’s property management company told her that she could not pay her electricity bill before she paid her outstanding dues. Only then will she get her power back on, she was told. Company cut off her power to make her pay her service dues The livid woman told people on social media, “Who gave them the right to urge me to pay the property management fees by restricting my use of electricity?" She said that her management dues were unpaid because she was not happy with the service being offered. Also Read: Louis Vuitton staff counts $84,050 in cash given by a buyer. She then walks out “I forgot to pay. Also, I did not want to pay,” said Pi in the viral video clip. To teach them a lesson, the woman went to the bank and withdrew 650 yuan in the form of 6,000 coins all with a face value of either 0.1 yuan or 0.5 yuan. To make things harder, she wanted the company to count the coins one by one and so removed the covering the coins were packed in. Pi took the money to pay her dues but the staff refused to accept the coins as payment and told her to deposit the money in the bank. She refused to comply and told them to accept the money or face police action The staff then took the money and counted 6,000 coins over three hours and Pi remained in their office the entire time to keep an eye on them. Her power was later restored. She detailed in the video how the property management company behaved every time she reached out to them with some problems. “Often when I asked them to deal with some problems in our community, they responded by saying it was beyond their extent of jurisdiction. But they are so proactive in asking us to pay the fees," she said. Pi further said that other people in the residential area had also paid in change in the past as a form of retaliation.

Staff forced to count $90 in form of 6,000 coins after despicable act

Four years after its inception the Indian government made a decision to end its USD 23 billion Production-Linked Initiative (PLI) program. Government officials stated that the program which targeted Chinese manufacturer relocation failed to reach its intended objectives.
The PLI scheme will cease operations after its 14 designated sectors finish together with unadjusted deadlines. The production-linked initiative (PLI) program attracted 750 companies such as Foxconn and Reliance Industries as participants who wanted to raise India's manufacturing sector to 25% by 2025.
Many companies found difficulties starting their production operations while multiple firms experienced delays in obtaining their designated subsidy payments. Government records from October 2024 show that the target production reached only 37% and funds distribution ended at less than 8% of the total amount allocated.
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The public learns for the first time about both the termination of the program and the detailed payment delays. The Modi government together with the commerce ministry rejected multiple interview requests for this matter. Manufacturing share of the economy decreased from its original value to 14.3 percent since the launch of the program.
The government officials state that manufacturing plans for India continue while exploring new alternatives despite no statements from Foxconn nor Reliance. In the past the government upheld manufacturing program achievements for the pharmaceutical sector along with mobile phone development.
The government refused subsidies to several companies operating within the food industry because these companies did not satisfy investment requirements and did not achieve their growth goals. While the government has accepted the difficulties it faces from bureaucratic obstacles and red tape that limited the effectiveness of the program.
As an alternative, India is exploring partial reimbursement of investments for plant setup, allowing faster cost recovery. Trade experts suggest that India may have missed a crucial opportunity to revitalize its manufacturing sector.
The program's lapse coincides with increasing trade tensions and tariff threats, further challenging India's export sector. The government is now considering new strategies to attract investment and boost domestic manufacturing, as it navigates a complex global economic landscape.

Autonews | Many companies found difficulties starting their production operations while multiple firms experienced delays in obtaining their designated subsidy payments.

Four years after its inception the Indian government made a decision to end its USD 23 billion Production-Linked Initiative (PLI) program. Government officials stated that the program which targeted Chinese manufacturer relocation failed to reach its intended objectives. The PLI scheme will cease operations after its 14 designated sectors finish together with unadjusted deadlines. The production-linked initiative (PLI) program attracted 750 companies such as Foxconn and Reliance Industries as participants who wanted to raise India's manufacturing sector to 25% by 2025. Many companies found difficulties starting their production operations while multiple firms experienced delays in obtaining their designated subsidy payments. Government records from October 2024 show that the target production reached only 37% and funds distribution ended at less than 8% of the total amount allocated. Also Read | Trump thrashes report claiming Pentagon would brief Musk on potential war with China, calls it 'Fake News' The public learns for the first time about both the termination of the program and the detailed payment delays. The Modi government together with the commerce ministry rejected multiple interview requests for this matter. Manufacturing share of the economy decreased from its original value to 14.3 percent since the launch of the program. The government officials state that manufacturing plans for India continue while exploring new alternatives despite no statements from Foxconn nor Reliance. In the past the government upheld manufacturing program achievements for the pharmaceutical sector along with mobile phone development. The government refused subsidies to several companies operating within the food industry because these companies did not satisfy investment requirements and did not achieve their growth goals. While the government has accepted the difficulties it faces from bureaucratic obstacles and red tape that limited the effectiveness of the program. As an alternative, India is exploring partial reimbursement of investments for plant setup, allowing faster cost recovery. Trade experts suggest that India may have missed a crucial opportunity to revitalize its manufacturing sector. The program's lapse coincides with increasing trade tensions and tariff threats, further challenging India's export sector. The government is now considering new strategies to attract investment and boost domestic manufacturing, as it navigates a complex global economic landscape.

India's USD 23 billion manufacturing incentive program to end amidst disappointing results

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi appeared on a three-hour &lsquo;iconic&rsquo; interview hosted by AI researcher and podcaster Lex Fridman.
During the podcast, PM Modi opened up about a number of topics, including Pakistan, the 2002 Gujarat riots, India-China relations, the bond with US President Donald Trump, the Ukraine war, and AI.
<h2>Key takeaways from interview</h2>
<h3>India and Pakistan</h3>
PM Modi discussed the India and Pakistan relationship. He also called out the neighbouring nation for state-sponsored terrorism and failed peace efforts.
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When asked about the conflict between the two nations and whether he saw a path to peace and friendship, PM Modi answered by recalling the painful and bloody partition of India in 1947. He said that while India accepted the partition, Pakistan did not choose to peacefully coexist.
&ldquo;Time and again they decided to be at odds with India. They have waged a proxy war against us,&rdquo; he said.
He further said Pakistan is &ldquo;an epicenter of turmoil, not just for India, but for the world&rdquo;.
&ldquo;I believe even the people of Pakistan long for peace. Because even they must be weary of living in strife and unrest,&rdquo; he said.
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<h3>2002 Gujarat riots</h3>
Speaking about Gujarat riots, PM Modi described how a &ldquo;tense and volatile&rdquo; situation surrounded India and the world around the time.
Modi said, &ldquo;The perception that these were the biggest riots ever is actually misinformation. If you review the data from before 2002, you'll see that Gujarat faced frequent riots, curfews were constantly being imposed somewhere.&rdquo; He added, &ldquo;Before 2002, Gujarat witnessed over 250 significant riots.&rdquo;
The prime minister said that those responsible for the riots have faced justice from the courts, adding that following the incident, there hasn&rsquo;t been a single major riot in the state.
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<h3>China and Xi Jinping</h3>
In the podcast, PM Modi talked about India&rsquo;s relationship with its neighbour China. He said, &ldquo;It is true that there have been ongoing border disputes between us. And in 2020, the incidents along the border created significant tensions between our countries,&rdquo; he added. &ldquo;However, after my recent meeting with President Xi, we have seen a return to normalcy at the border. We are now working to restore conditions to how they were before 2020.&rdquo;&nbsp;
&ldquo;Slowly but surely, trust, enthusiasm, and energy will return.&rdquo;
<h3>Ukraine conflict</h3>
Speaking on the Ukraine conflict, PM Modi said, &ldquo;The resolution will only come when both Ukraine and Russia come to the negotiating table. Ukraine may hold countless discussions with their allies, but it will bear no fruit. Discussions must include both parties instead.&rdquo;
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<h3>PM Modi on AI</h3>
PM Modi stressed that AI development in the world would remain incomplete without India.
&ldquo;No matter what the world does with AI, it will remain incomplete without India,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;I believe AI development is fundamentally a collaboration. Everyone involved supports one another through shared experiences and learning,&rdquo; he said.
&ldquo;India isn't just developing theoretical AI models, it is actively working on and bringing to life AI-driven applications for very specific use cases. Without genuine human intelligence, AI can't thrive or progress sustainably. And that real intelligence exists abundantly in India's youth and talent pool. And, I believe that's our greatest asset.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | During the podcast, PM Modi opened up about a number of topics, including Pakistan, the 2002 Gujarat riots, India-China relations, the bond with US President Donald Trump, the Ukraine war, and AI.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi appeared on a three-hour ‘iconic’ interview hosted by AI researcher and podcaster Lex Fridman. During the podcast, PM Modi opened up about a number of topics, including Pakistan, the 2002 Gujarat riots, India-China relations, the bond with US President Donald Trump, the Ukraine war, and AI. Key takeaways from interview India and Pakistan PM Modi discussed the India and Pakistan relationship. He also called out the neighbouring nation for state-sponsored terrorism and failed peace efforts. Also read | 'AI-Generated Holi Bash': PM Modi, Donald Trump, Musk, Meloni and Virat Kohli come together for a festive splash! When asked about the conflict between the two nations and whether he saw a path to peace and friendship, PM Modi answered by recalling the painful and bloody partition of India in 1947. He said that while India accepted the partition, Pakistan did not choose to peacefully coexist. “Time and again they decided to be at odds with India. They have waged a proxy war against us,” he said. He further said Pakistan is “an epicenter of turmoil, not just for India, but for the world”. “I believe even the people of Pakistan long for peace. Because even they must be weary of living in strife and unrest,” he said. Also read | PM Modi in Mauritius: A special relationship blooms 2002 Gujarat riots Speaking about Gujarat riots, PM Modi described how a “tense and volatile” situation surrounded India and the world around the time. Modi said, “The perception that these were the biggest riots ever is actually misinformation. If you review the data from before 2002, you'll see that Gujarat faced frequent riots, curfews were constantly being imposed somewhere.” He added, “Before 2002, Gujarat witnessed over 250 significant riots.” The prime minister said that those responsible for the riots have faced justice from the courts, adding that following the incident, there hasn’t been a single major riot in the state. Also read | India-Mauritius cooperation bolster across fronts, PM Modi invites Mauritius PM to India China and Xi Jinping In the podcast, PM Modi talked about India’s relationship with its neighbour China. He said, “It is true that there have been ongoing border disputes between us. And in 2020, the incidents along the border created significant tensions between our countries,” he added. “However, after my recent meeting with President Xi, we have seen a return to normalcy at the border. We are now working to restore conditions to how they were before 2020.” “Slowly but surely, trust, enthusiasm, and energy will return.” Ukraine conflict Speaking on the Ukraine conflict, PM Modi said, “The resolution will only come when both Ukraine and Russia come to the negotiating table. Ukraine may hold countless discussions with their allies, but it will bear no fruit. Discussions must include both parties instead.” Also read | 'First Indian to receive honour': PM Modi to be conferred with Mauritius' highest honour PM Modi on AI PM Modi stressed that AI development in the world would remain incomplete without India. “No matter what the world does with AI, it will remain incomplete without India,” he said. “I believe AI development is fundamentally a collaboration. Everyone involved supports one another through shared experiences and learning,” he said. “India isn't just developing theoretical AI models, it is actively working on and bringing to life AI-driven applications for very specific use cases. Without genuine human intelligence, AI can't thrive or progress sustainably. And that real intelligence exists abundantly in India's youth and talent pool. And, I believe that's our greatest asset.” (With inputs from agencies)

‘Power, Democracy, War & Peace’: PM Modi talks about Pak, Gujarat riots in podcast with Lex Fridman | Key points

China urged an end to "illegal" sanctions on Iran as it hosted Iranian and Russian diplomats on Friday for talks Beijing hopes will restart long-stalled negotiations on Tehran's nuclear programme.
The United States withdrew from a landmark 2015 deal, which imposed curbs on Tehran's nuclear development in return for sanctions relief, during US President Donald Trump's first term.
The Republican president has called for a new nuclear deal with Iran since his return to the White House in January but Tehran says no such agreement is possible so long as punishing sanctions remain in place.
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The effort to secure a pact was given new urgency last month when the UN nuclear watchdog said Iran had significantly increased its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
Beijing hosted Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov for talks on Friday it said it hoped would help "resume dialogue and negotiation at an early time".
Meeting the diplomats, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stressed "the comprehensive agreement on the Iranian nuclear issue is an important achievement achieved through dialogue and negotiation".
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"Now the situation has reached a critical juncture again. We must buy time for peace, resolve disputes through political and diplomatic means, and oppose the use of force and illegal sanctions," he said.
And the US should demonstrate "political sincerity and return to talks at an early date", said a statement from Beijing's foreign ministry, which outlined propositions from China on the Iranian nuclear issue.
"All parties should... refrain from actions that might escalate the situation," the statement added.
<h2><hl2>'Peaceful' nuclear programme&nbsp;</hl2></h2>
Gharibabadi, in turn, hailed the "constructive" talks in Beijing and said Iran's nuclear programme "is peaceful in nature".
"Our nuclear programme has never been diverted to non-peaceful purposes," Gharibabadi said.
"But unfortunately, some countries are trying to create an unnecessary crisis in this regard."
"The main root cause of the current situation is the unilateral withdrawal of the United States," Gharibabadi said.
The Russian and Iranian officials met China's Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu earlier on Friday and "exchanged views on the Iran nuclear issue and other issues of common concern", Chinese state media said.
Ma reiterated after that meeting China's support for "political and diplomatic engagement and dialogue based on mutual respect".
"We emphasised the necessity of ending all illegal, unilateral sanctions," Ma told reporters.
"The relevant parties should work to eliminate the root causes of the current situation and abandon sanctions, pressure, and threats of the use of force."
Iran's ambassador to China said later on social media platform X the meeting was a "complete success".
The talks resulted in important agreements on "trilateral cooperation on important international issues, including the need for the three countries to cooperate in confronting" US sanctions, he said.
The Kremlin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday that "it is necessary to further continue diplomatic efforts" on Iran's nuclear programme, and condemned "illegal" sanctions against Tehran.
<h2><hl2>'Maximum pressure'&nbsp;</hl2></h2>
Trump has reinstated his "maximum pressure" policy of sanctions against Iran, mirroring his approach during his first term.
He sent a letter to Tehran this week urging nuclear talks and warning of possible military action if it refuses.
Tehran said the letter, which Trump said was addressed to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was currently "being reviewed".
"Ultimately, the United States should lift the sanctions," Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an interview published by the government's official newspaper on Thursday.
Washington upped its pressure campaign the same day by imposing sanctions on Iranian Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad.
The US Treasury Department also blacklisted the owners or operators of vessels it said were engaged in transporting Iranian oil to China.
A report by the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in February said Iran had significantly increased its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to 60 percent purity -- a short step from the 90 percent needed for a nuclear weapon.
Khamenei said this week Iran "does not have nuclear weapons" and was "not seeking" them. Tehran has long maintained that its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes.
Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

World: The US withdrew from a landmark 2015 deal, which imposed curbs on Tehran's nuclear development in return for sanctions relief, during US President Donald Trump's first term.

China urged an end to "illegal" sanctions on Iran as it hosted Iranian and Russian diplomats on Friday for talks Beijing hopes will restart long-stalled negotiations on Tehran's nuclear programme. The United States withdrew from a landmark 2015 deal, which imposed curbs on Tehran's nuclear development in return for sanctions relief, during US President Donald Trump's first term. The Republican president has called for a new nuclear deal with Iran since his return to the White House in January but Tehran says no such agreement is possible so long as punishing sanctions remain in place. Also read: Kim inspects 'nuclear-powered submarine' project. What do we know about North Korea's sea defence capability? The effort to secure a pact was given new urgency last month when the UN nuclear watchdog said Iran had significantly increased its stockpile of highly enriched uranium. Beijing hosted Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov for talks on Friday it said it hoped would help "resume dialogue and negotiation at an early time". Meeting the diplomats, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stressed "the comprehensive agreement on the Iranian nuclear issue is an important achievement achieved through dialogue and negotiation". Also read: Watch | China breaks speed barriers with revolutionary rocket sled "Now the situation has reached a critical juncture again. We must buy time for peace, resolve disputes through political and diplomatic means, and oppose the use of force and illegal sanctions," he said. And the US should demonstrate "political sincerity and return to talks at an early date", said a statement from Beijing's foreign ministry, which outlined propositions from China on the Iranian nuclear issue. "All parties should... refrain from actions that might escalate the situation," the statement added. 'Peaceful' nuclear programme Gharibabadi, in turn, hailed the "constructive" talks in Beijing and said Iran's nuclear programme "is peaceful in nature". "Our nuclear programme has never been diverted to non-peaceful purposes," Gharibabadi said. "But unfortunately, some countries are trying to create an unnecessary crisis in this regard." "The main root cause of the current situation is the unilateral withdrawal of the United States," Gharibabadi said. The Russian and Iranian officials met China's Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu earlier on Friday and "exchanged views on the Iran nuclear issue and other issues of common concern", Chinese state media said. Ma reiterated after that meeting China's support for "political and diplomatic engagement and dialogue based on mutual respect". "We emphasised the necessity of ending all illegal, unilateral sanctions," Ma told reporters. "The relevant parties should work to eliminate the root causes of the current situation and abandon sanctions, pressure, and threats of the use of force." Iran's ambassador to China said later on social media platform X the meeting was a "complete success". The talks resulted in important agreements on "trilateral cooperation on important international issues, including the need for the three countries to cooperate in confronting" US sanctions, he said. The Kremlin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Friday that "it is necessary to further continue diplomatic efforts" on Iran's nuclear programme, and condemned "illegal" sanctions against Tehran. 'Maximum pressure' Trump has reinstated his "maximum pressure" policy of sanctions against Iran, mirroring his approach during his first term. He sent a letter to Tehran this week urging nuclear talks and warning of possible military action if it refuses. Tehran said the letter, which Trump said was addressed to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was currently "being reviewed". "Ultimately, the United States should lift the sanctions," Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an interview published by the government's official newspaper on Thursday. Washington upped its pressure campaign the same day by imposing sanctions on Iranian Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad. The US Treasury Department also blacklisted the owners or operators of vessels it said were engaged in transporting Iranian oil to China. A report by the UN's International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in February said Iran had significantly increased its stockpile of highly enriched uranium to 60 percent purity -- a short step from the 90 percent needed for a nuclear weapon. Khamenei said this week Iran "does not have nuclear weapons" and was "not seeking" them. Tehran has long maintained that its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

China urges end to 'illegal sanctions' on Iran as it holds 'constructive' nuclear talks in Beijing

China&rsquo;s army on Sunday (Mar 9) said that it will tighten its &ldquo;noose&rdquo; around Taiwan if separatism on the island escalated. It further warned independence promoters to step back from the &ldquo;precipice&rdquo;.
Beijing considers the self-ruled island of Taiwan as a part of its territory and has been increasing pressure on its authorities with military drills and frequently deploying navy vessels and fighter jets around its land.
According to an interview published by state broadcaster CCTV, People's Liberation Army (PLA) spokesman Wu Qian said, &ldquo;The more rampant &lsquo;Taiwan independence&rsquo; separatists become, the tighter the noose around their necks and the sharper the sword hanging over their heads will be.&rdquo;
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&ldquo;The PLA is a force of action in countering separatism and promoting reunification,&rdquo; said Wu during the country's annual political gathering, &ldquo;Two Sessions.&rdquo;&nbsp;
He further warned, &ldquo;You&rsquo;ve ridden your steed to a precipice of a cliff, but behind you lies land &ndash; if you persist in taking the wrong course, you will meet a dead end.&rdquo;
This comes days after Beijing announced an increase of 7.2 per cent in its 2025 defence budget, aimed at rapid modernisation of China's armed forces as it competes with the United States.
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Wu called the increase &ldquo;limited... reasonable and stable&rdquo;, adding that extra money would be used to develop &ldquo;combat forces in new fields and with new qualities&rdquo;, and enhance reconnaissance, joint strike and battlefield support capabilities.
<h2>Second largest defence budget</h2>
Aligning with the economic growth, China has been increasing its military spending for decades. The country has the world&rsquo;s second-largest defence budget, well behind the United States. Beijing&rsquo;s budget of $245.7 billion this year is a third less than that of Washington&rsquo;s.
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While China has described its military stance as &ldquo;defensive&rdquo; and aimed at protecting its sovereignty, the US and other nations view its defence expansion with suspicion as Beijing increasingly asserts its control in the South China Sea.
<h2>China&rsquo;s territorial clashes</h2>
China&rsquo;s territorial claims over areas under other governments have often led to regional clashes, raising concerns.
On Friday (Mar 7), China&rsquo;s Foreign Minister Wang Yi said during a press conference that Taiwan coming under China&rsquo;s control was the &ldquo;shared hope of all Chinese people, the general trend of the time, and a righteous cause&rdquo;.
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&ldquo;Using Taiwan to control China is just like trying to stop a car with the arm of a mantis,&rdquo; he said.
Last month, Taiwan's Ministry of Defence condemned China for conducting &ldquo;live-fire&rdquo; exercises to the island's south. However, Beijing said the drills were &ldquo;routine&rdquo;.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Beijing considers the self-ruled island of Taiwan as a part of its territory and has been increasing pressure on its authorities with military drills.

China’s army on Sunday (Mar 9) said that it will tighten its “noose” around Taiwan if separatism on the island escalated. It further warned independence promoters to step back from the “precipice”. Beijing considers the self-ruled island of Taiwan as a part of its territory and has been increasing pressure on its authorities with military drills and frequently deploying navy vessels and fighter jets around its land. According to an interview published by state broadcaster CCTV, People's Liberation Army (PLA) spokesman Wu Qian said, “The more rampant ‘Taiwan independence’ separatists become, the tighter the noose around their necks and the sharper the sword hanging over their heads will be.” Also read | Active-duty US soldiers charged with selling sensitive military data to China in shocking 'betrayal' “The PLA is a force of action in countering separatism and promoting reunification,” said Wu during the country's annual political gathering, “Two Sessions.” He further warned, “You’ve ridden your steed to a precipice of a cliff, but behind you lies land – if you persist in taking the wrong course, you will meet a dead end.” This comes days after Beijing announced an increase of 7.2 per cent in its 2025 defence budget, aimed at rapid modernisation of China's armed forces as it competes with the United States. Also read | 'Let's make elephant, dragon dance' China urges India to unite against US ‘power politics’ amid trade war Wu called the increase “limited... reasonable and stable”, adding that extra money would be used to develop “combat forces in new fields and with new qualities”, and enhance reconnaissance, joint strike and battlefield support capabilities. Second largest defence budget Aligning with the economic growth, China has been increasing its military spending for decades. The country has the world’s second-largest defence budget, well behind the United States. Beijing’s budget of $245.7 billion this year is a third less than that of Washington’s. Also read | China will work to 'firmly advance' reunification with Taiwan, says Premier Li Qiang While China has described its military stance as “defensive” and aimed at protecting its sovereignty, the US and other nations view its defence expansion with suspicion as Beijing increasingly asserts its control in the South China Sea. China’s territorial clashes China’s territorial claims over areas under other governments have often led to regional clashes, raising concerns. On Friday (Mar 7), China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi said during a press conference that Taiwan coming under China’s control was the “shared hope of all Chinese people, the general trend of the time, and a righteous cause”. Also read | 'Will come and get you, sooner or later': China warns Taiwan authorities over expansion of military exercises “Using Taiwan to control China is just like trying to stop a car with the arm of a mantis,” he said. Last month, Taiwan's Ministry of Defence condemned China for conducting “live-fire” exercises to the island's south. However, Beijing said the drills were “routine”. (With inputs from agencies)

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