US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan will travel to China from August 27 to 29 in a new bid to manage tensions months before US elections. He will meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

US NSA Jake Sullivan heads to China for talks with Wang Yi

Missiles and drones were fired into more than half of Ukraine's regions by Russia on Monday (Aug 26), confirmed the head of the country's Air Force. In other news, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has alleged that the US government had pressured his company to censor content related to COVID-19 at the peak of the global pandemic.

Morning news brief: Macron rejects left-wing govt; Philippines blames China for regional instability, and more

Japan was forced to scramble fighter jets after a Chinese spy plane violated its airspace. Japan says a Chinese Y-9 reconnaissance plane flew over the Danjo Islands for around two minutes on Monday. #Gravitas brings you the details.

Japan scrambles fighter jets after China spy plane violates airspace

Japan scrambles fighter jets after China spy plane violates airspace | Gravitas

Is China trying to spy on INS Mumbai? Three Chinese warships docked in Sri Lanka the same day that INS Mumbai reached Colombo. China claims its fleet is on a 'technical' visit to the Indian Ocean nation.

Gravitas: Is China trying to spy on INS Mumbai?

China's aggressive actions escalated tensions in the South China Sea as 40 Chinese vessels blocked Philippine supply ships from reaching a disputed shoal, hindering resupply efforts for Manila's largest coast guard ship, Philippine officials said Tuesday (Aug 27).

Philippines accuses China of using 'excessive force' to block food delivery to Shoal

While Indian and Chinese troops remain locked in a standoff in Ladakh since April 2020, the race for influence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) continues. On Monday (Aug 26), Indian frontline warship, the guided-missile destroyer INS Mumbai docked at Colombo port. The docking of INS Colombo coincided with the docking of three Chinese warships on the same morning.

Warships of arch-rivals come fact-to-face: Indian warships vs Chinese warship in Colombo

Japan had to scramble its Fighter Jets after a Chinese military war plane violated its airspace. The 2-minute incursion by the surveillance aircraft by the Chinese reportedly the first such incident by a military aircraft from China comes amidst regional tensions in the Asia Pacific region. Watch in for more details!

Chinese military aircraft violates Japanese airspace

China has called the United States imposed sanctions on hundreds of entities for aiding Russia in its war with Ukraine, "illegal and unilateral" and "not based on facts".

'Illegal and unilateral': China on US sanctions over Russia-Ukraine war

Japan has slammed the first-ever incursion of a Chinese aircraft into its airspace by calling it "unacceptable" and a "serious violation" of its sovereignty. The incursion took place on Monday (Aug 26) for a two-minute period around 11:29 am (0229 GMT) near the uninhabited Danjo Islands, which prompted the Japanese authorities to scramble its fighter jets in the region.

Japan slams China for incursion of military aircraft into its territory, Beijing responds

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan arrives in Beijing, in a new bid to manage tensions months before US elections. He will meet with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

US NSA Jake Sullivan arrives in Beijing for talks with Wang Yi

China spent 7 per cent or $15 billion of its defence budget on exercises in the Western Pacific in 2023, a Taiwanese estimate cited by Reuters showed. The internal research by Taiwan’s armed forces shows that Beijing has ramped up its military presence amid rising tensions in the region.

China spent 7 per cent of its defence budget on Pacific exercises in 2023: Report

China's Ministry of Commerce said on Sunday it strongly opposed a US decision to add multiple Chinese entities to its export control list over Russia-related issues.

China denounces US trade restrictions on firms aiding Russia, vows action

China has expressed strong opposition to the United States' recent decision to add several Chinese companies to its export control list due to their alleged involvement with Russia, according to a report by Reuters.

China criticizes US for blacklisting firms, promises retaliation

A Chinese Y-9 electronic intelligence aircraft carried out a two-minute violation of the airspace over Japan's territorial waters at the Danjo Islands in the East China Sea on Monday, according to Japanese officials.

China's Y-9 Reconnaissance Plane flew over Japan's Danjo Islands

The Philippines and China clashed in disputed waters of the South China Sea on Sunday. The incident overshadows efforts by both nations to rebuild trust and better manage disputes after months of confrontations.

China, Philippines clash in South China Sea despite diplomatic overtures

Scientists have been trying to find ways to make the Moon a habitat for humans which has sustainable resources required for life to thrive on it. Taking this mammoth task a step ahead, the Chinese scientists are now trying to establish a mechanism to produce water on the Moon using lunar soil.

China is producing drinking water from lunar soil. Can humans turn Moon into a habitat?

There is a profound change taking place in the world of finance. The US dollar has dominated global investment and commerce for many years. However, a fresh rival is now on the rise: the Chinese Yuan. As a result of China's deliberate attempts to lessen its reliance on the dollar, the yuan now accounts for a record portion of international payments. This achievement is a major step toward the creation of a more multipolar global monetary system.

Beijing's currency push continues despite economic headwinds | World Business Watch | WION

The global financial landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. For decades, the U.S. Dollar has reigned supreme, dominating international trade and investment. But now, a new challenger is emerging: the Chinese Yuan. The yuan's share in global payments has reached a historic high, a testament to China's strategic efforts to reduce reliance on the dollar. This milestone marks a significant step towards a more multipolar international monetary system.

China's currency gains ground amid downturn | World Business Watch | WION

On August 21, the 2024 World Robot Conference (2024 WRC) was launched in Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area. At this year's World Robot Expo, a part of the 2024 WRC, 169 companies showcased over 600 innovative products, including 27 humanoid robots, which are the most ever.

World robot conference in Beijing: 27 humanoid robots in display

China and Belarus have committed to strengthen cooperation in a variety of sectors, including commerce, security, energy, and finance, according to a joint statement issued after Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko in Minsk.

Chinese Premier in Belarus: Li Qiang receives red carpet welcome and Guard of Honour

China-linked instant loan apps have come under intense scrutiny by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), India’s law enforcement and economic intelligence agency, following action by police in Telangana, a southern-central state.

China-linked instant loan apps on India’s radar, ED attaches assets worth $2.2mn

A woman who opened a shop in China only about three months back was forced to shut down because of rowdy behaviour by men. The shop owner made headlines for wearing skimpy outfits to work and went viral on social media.

Shop owner popular for 'revealing outfits' forced to close down following altercation with men

The Taiwan High Court sentenced eight Taiwanese military officers on charges of spying for China in exchange for financial gain. The prison sentence of these officers ranges from 18 months to 13 years, making it one of Taiwan's largest espionage cases in past years.

Taiwan issues up to 13 years of prison sentences to 8 military officers for spying for China

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