Pakistan and China have called for the restoration of safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Both countries stressed the importance of keeping critical global energy routes open and urged restraint to prevent further escalation that could disrupt international shipping and oil supplies. 

Pakistan, China Call for Restoring Navigation in Strait of Hormuz 

Pakistan and China have called for the restoration of safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. Both countries stressed the importance of keeping critical global energy routes open and urged restraint to prevent further escalation that could disrupt international shipping and oil supplies. 


Pakistan, China Call for Restoring Navigation in Strait of Hormuz

Taiwan has launched an investigation into several China-linked firms over allegations of illegally recruiting local tech talent. Authorities say the companies may have violated regulations by secretly setting up operations to lure skilled engineers. 


Taiwan Probes 11 Chinese Firms For Illegal Poaching Of Tech Talent 

The leader of Taiwan's largest opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT), will visit China in April after being invited ‌by Chinese President Xi Jinping, a trip that will come a month before U.S. President Donald Trump goes to Beijing for his own summit.
Former lawmaker Cheng Li-wun won election as KMT chairwoman in October and has signalled a swing towards even closer ties with Beijing than her predecessor ​Eric Chu, who did not visit China during his term as chairman that began in 2021.

Taiwan's Opposition Leader to Visit China Weeks Before Trump's Trip to Beijing

China has cautioned the U.S. against escalating tensions in the Asia-Pacific, warning that building an ammunition facility could trigger “war chaos.” Beijing emphasizes diplomatic resolution while signaling its readiness to counter military expansion. Analysts see this as a high-stakes warning amid rising regional security tensions.


China Warns U.S. Over Asia-Pacific Tensions, Opposes Ammunition Facility 

The White House has confirmed U.S. President Donald Trump will visit China on May 14–15, 2026 to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, after postponing the trip due to the ongoing U.S.–Israel conflict involving Iran. The summit will cover key tensions in bilateral relations and global issues.

US-China Meet Confirmed: Trump to Meet Xi in Beijing May 14–15

Governments and organizations around the world are increasingly adopting Chinese-made AI surveillance tools, raising alarms over privacy, data security, and personal freedoms. These AI systems, often used for facial recognition, behavioral monitoring, and predictive policing, have sparked intense debates about ethical boundaries and citizen rights.

Africa: Use of Chinese Surveillance AI Tools Spark Privacy and Freedom Concerns

The European Union has raised concerns over China’s expanding role in Vietnam’s 5G rollout, warning of potential security risks.

EU officials say the involvement of Chinese firms in critical telecom infrastructure could raise data protection concerns and impact investor confidence.

The warning highlights broader geopolitical tensions around 5G networks, with security, trust and supply chain risks increasingly shaping investment decisions.

China: EU Flags Security Risks in Vietnam's 5G Rollout | WION

The European Union has warned that growing involvement of Chinese firms in Vietnam’s 5G network could deter foreign investment.

EU officials raised concerns after Huawei and ZTE secured contracts alongside European firms, signalling a shift in Vietnam’s telecom strategy.

EU Commissioner Jozef Síkela cautioned that 5G is a “new battlefield,” warning that dependence on non-trusted vendors in strategic sectors could raise data security concerns.

He added that if investors doubt the security of their data, they may avoid investing, potentially impacting Vietnam’s growth, which relies heavily on foreign capital.

EU Warns China’s Role In Vietnam 5G May Hit Foreign Investment | WION

China is making strategic moves in the global energy market as state-owned refiners explore new deals for Iranian oil.
Following a limited sanctions waiver from the United States, China is evaluating fresh imports from Iran-a development that could reshape oil trade flows across Asia.
With global energy markets already tight, this move could have far-reaching consequences.

China Refiners Explore Iran Oil Deals as Beijing Buys Bulk of Tehran’s Crude Exports

Chinese researchers achieve a 1Gbps satellite laser downlink from 36,000 kilometres above Earth using a 2-watt laser. This achievement has placed them far ahead of Starlink speeds with record-breaking efficiency. 

China just shook Starlink with a 5 times faster laser from a distance of 36,000km

China has been preparing for a global energy crisis for years. It is paying off now amid an escalating Iran war, which has pushed global crude prices significantly higher. In this next report we decode China's planning and diversification of energy sources.
Take a look.

China Playing the Long Game Amid the Iran War

Amid the escalating Iran war, global energy supply chains are facing fresh disruption as China-bound vessels carrying Russian oil are being rerouted mid-voyage. Ship-tracking data suggests several tankers have altered routes due to rising security risks in the Strait of Hormuz, where attacks on shipping and restricted access have heightened uncertainty.


Iran War: China-Bound Vessels Carrying Russian Oil Rerouted Mid-Voyage

Reports suggest several Russia-linked tankers originally headed for China suddenly changed course toward India. The rerouting comes amid rising fears of an energy shock triggered by the intensifying West Asia conflict. The move signals how quickly the war is beginning to reshape supply chains and fuel markets.


Iran War: Reports Suggest Russian Oil Tankers Bound for China Now Headed to India

China condemned Israel’s killing of top Iranian officials, calling it “unacceptable” and opposing force. As Benjamin Netanyahu ramps up strikes, tensions grow, complicating US-China ties amid the ongoing Iran war.

'The acts of killing...': China issues first response after Israel kills top Iran officials including Ali Larijani

China’s financial sector is undergoing a major compensation overhaul, with senior bankers at state-backed firms preparing for bonus cuts of at least 30 per cent.

The move comes as Beijing tightens control over its $69 trillion financial industry, amid fewer deals and growing pressure within the sector.

The changes reflect broader efforts to reshape compensation structures and rein in excesses in China’s banking system.

China Bankers Face Few Deals & Arrest Fears | World Business Watch

A growing trend in China, dubbed “cyber widowhood,” is seeing women express grief after losing AI-generated partners on online platforms.

The phenomenon is driven by AI companion apps that allow users to build virtual relationships. When these apps shut down, update, or remove features, users report real emotional distress and “cyber heartbreak.”

Experts say users form strong emotional bonds with these digital partners, raising concerns about dependence on AI-driven relationships. However, the condition is not officially recognised as a medical disorder.

China’s ‘Cyber Widowhood’ Trend: Women Mourn Lost AI Partners | WION

The profile of one of China’s top nuclear weapons scientists has been scrubbed from the website of the nation’s engineering brains trust.

Zhao Xiangeng, 72, was a member of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), the nation’s highest academic body for engineering science and technology, but his profile page has disappeared from the CAE’s site.

Xi Jinping: Total Loyalty, No Corruption Mission

Why Are China's Nuclear Scientists Vanishing From Chinese Academy of Engineering Website?

Scientists Vanish From Chinese Academy of Engineering Website

China reported 5 per cent GDP growth in 2025, but analysts estimate real growth closer to 2.5–3 per  cent, pointing to weak domestic demand, deflation, and a deep property crisis. Experts warn China’s economic model faces serious structural challenges.

China's growth on paper, stagnation in practice

Amid escalating tensions in the Gulf, Donald Trump has called on several global powers — including China, Japan, France, and other allies — to deploy naval forces to help reopen and secure the vital shipping route of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump said countries that depend heavily on oil shipments through the strait should help ensure the passage remains “open, safe and free.” The waterway carries roughly 20% of the world’s oil supply, making it one of the most critical energy chokepoints globally.

BREAKING: Trump Asks China, Japan France & Others to Help US Force Iran to Open Strait of Hormuz

As Donald Trump prepares for a crucial meeting with Xi Jinping, he is trying to rebuild leverage in the wake of a major legal setback.


Trump Rebuilds Tariff Pressure Ahead of Beijing Visit

Iran is reportedly close to finalising a major deal with China to acquire advanced supersonic anti‑ship missiles that could significantly enhance its naval strike capabilities amid the escalating US‑Iran war. The missiles — believed to be China’s CM‑302 export variant of the YJ‑12 — are designed to fly low and fast, evading defences and threatening large surface warships operating in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz. While Beijing has denied the reports, experts say such a pact would complicate U.S. naval strategy and raise the stakes in any future maritime confrontation.


US-Iran War: China-Iran Close Deal for Missiles That Can Sink US Warships 

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Pakistan, China Call for Restoring Navigation in Strait of Hormuz

Pakistan, China Call for Restoring Navigation in Strait of Hormuz

Taiwan Probes 11 Chinese Firms For Illegal Poaching Of Tech Talent

Taiwan's Opposition Leader to Visit China Weeks Before Trump's Trip to Beijing

China Warns U.S. Over Asia-Pacific Tensions, Opposes Ammunition Facility

US-China Meet Confirmed: Trump to Meet Xi in Beijing May 14–15

Africa: Use of Chinese Surveillance AI Tools Spark Privacy and Freedom Concerns

China: EU Flags Security Risks in Vietnam's 5G Rollout | WION

EU Warns China’s Role In Vietnam 5G May Hit Foreign Investment | WION

China Refiners Explore Iran Oil Deals as Beijing Buys Bulk of Tehran’s Crude Exports

60x further, 5x faster: China shakes Starlink with laser that shattered records

China Playing the Long Game Amid the Iran War

Iran War: China-Bound Vessels Carrying Russian Oil Rerouted Mid-Voyage

Iran War: Reports Suggest Russian Oil Tankers Bound for China Now Headed to India

China issues first response to Netanyahu’s kill order for Iran’s Ali Larijani

China Bankers Face Few Deals & Arrest Fears | World Business Watch

China’s ‘Cyber Widowhood’ Trend: Women Mourn Lost AI Partners | WION

Xi Jinping: Total Loyalty, No Corruption Mission

Why Are China's Nuclear Scientists Vanishing From Chinese Academy of Engineering Website?

Scientists Vanish From Chinese Academy of Engineering Website

China's growth on paper, stagnation in practice

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Trump Rebuilds Tariff Pressure Ahead of Beijing Visit

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