In a rare display of space coordination, NASA and China successfully avoided a potential satellite collision, preventing what could have been a catastrophic event in Earth’s orbit.

According to reports, both agencies shared real-time orbital data and adjusted their satellites’ trajectories after a near-collision warning. The move marks a historic step toward space cooperation between two rival space powers amid growing concerns over orbital debris and space traffic management.

NASA & China Avoid Satellite Collision: Big Breakthrough In Space Cooperation

China's space station suffers a massive debris strike, crippling communications and isolating its crew in orbit. 
China delays return of Astronauts after debris may have hit the spacecraft. Three astronauts fight to survive as engineers on Earth scramble for solutions. A chilling reminder of the dangers lurking above our planet.

China's Space Station Hit, Astronauts Trapped in Space | GRAVITAS

#Gravitas In a recent bilateral meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and South Korean President Lee Jae-Myung, Xi presented a pair of Xiaomi smartphones to his counterpart.

China Picks Homegrown Xiaomi Smartphones for Diplomatic Gifts

An experimental reactor developed in the Gobi Desert by the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ Shanghai Institute of Applied Physics has achieved thorium-to-uranium fuel conversion, paving the way for an almost endless supply of nuclear energy.

China Reaches Energy Independence Milestone by ‘Breeding’ Uranium From Thorium

China-Vietnam: Vietnam has stepped up island-building in the Spratly Islands in the South China Sea during 2025 to counter China’s maritime claims, creating artificial land on multiple reefs and fortifying outposts. This effort aims to narrow the gap with China’s extensive island-building and to bolster Vietnam’s territorial posture in contested waters. 


Vietnam Expands Artificial Islands Across Spratlys Amid Rising Tensions with China 

The United States is accelerating F-16 fighter jet deliveries to Taiwan, responding to long-standing complaints from Taipei about delays in weapons shipments. This move underscores Washington’s commitment to strengthening Taiwan’s defense capabilities amid increasing regional tensions.

Stay updated on the latest developments in U.S.-Taiwan defense cooperation and East Asia security dynamics.

U.S. Speeds F-16 Deliveries to Taiwan Amid Weapons Delay Complaints

Vietnam has reportedly constructed new artificial islands in contested waters to strengthen its maritime presence and counter China’s influence in the South China Sea. These developments come amid growing tensions in the region and highlight Hanoi’s efforts to assert its territorial claims.

Reports: Vietnam’s Secret Islands to Counter China

The IDF has reportedly begun recalling Chinese cars given to senior officers in recent years, after defense officials warned of security concerns.

Israel Forces To Curtail Use Of Chinese Cars: Recalls Cars In  Military Service

The entire world relies on China for rare earths. President Trump's trade war this year has clearly shown that. Beijing is dominant in the processing of rare earth minerals, controlling over 70 percent of the global supply chains. China has used its critical minerals dominance to its advantage in responding to the trade war initiated by Trump.

rump Lowers Tariffs On China After Meeting With Xi: Ties Going Strong?

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that China, Pakistan, and Russia are conducting nuclear tests, raising international concern. However, defense expert Wright clarified that the “tests” being referred to are system or technical tests, not full-scale nuclear detonations.

Trump Alleges Nuclear Tests by China, Pakistan & Russia | Wright Clarifies | WION 

South Korea hosts Chinese President Xi Jinping as he meets with regional leaders, aiming to address and potentially ease long-standing tensions in diplomatic and economic relations. The visit highlights efforts to rekindle fraught ties amid regional security concerns and trade disputes.


South Korea hosts Xi Jinping as Chinese leader rekindles fraught ties

U.S.-China: Trump said Xi Jinping knows the consequences of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan but did not confirm if the U.S. would defend the island. He added that Taiwan was not discussed during his recent meeting with Xi in South Korea, their first in six years.

U.S.-China: Trump's Taiwan Warning to Xi Jinping |

President Donald Trump said Xi Jinping understands the consequences if China invades Taiwan, while refusing to specifically say the United States would defend the island


Breaking: Trump: Xi knows consequences if China invades Taiwan

Trump-Xi Deal: China To Suspend Rare Earth Curbs, Probes On US Chip Firms 

The entire world relies on China for rare earths. President Trump's trade war this year has clearly shown that. Beijing is dominant in the processing of rare earth minerals, controlling over 70 percent of the global supply chains. China has used its critical minerals dominance to its advantage in responding to the trade war initiated by Trump.


Can China Build a 'Global Export Control Network' Like US? 

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth called on Southeast Asia to strengthen cooperation in maritime surveillance including the use of unmanned technologies to counter what he said was worsening aggression by Beijing in the South China Sea.


US Accuses China of Illegal Sea Intimidation in South China Sea

Iran appears to be stepping up the rebuilding of its ballistic missile program, despite the reintroduction last month of United Nations sanctions that ban arms sales to the country and ballistic missile activity.


Reports: Despite UN sanctions, Chinese ships keep arming Iran

Chinese exporters are heartened by lower US tariffs following a summit between leaders of the two economic superpowers Thursday, but say they’re still keen to hedge exposure to any future setbacks in bilateral trade ties.


Chinese Exporters Bet That Xi-Trump Tariff Truce Won’t Last 

After a meeting between president trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, the US lowered its duties on Beijing, which has encouraged Chinese exporters.
However, they are still eager to protect themselves from potential future setbacks in trade relations with the US.
That is according to a Bloomberg report quoting Chinese exporters and executives.

Exporters in China Wary of Trump's Rhetoric

Northern Army Commander, Lieutenant General Pratik Sharma, on Thursday witnessed 'Exercise AstraShakti' in the icy heights of the high-altitude areas of the Union Territory of Ladakh, officials said.

The AstraShakti exercise is currently underway as a validation of long-range precision artillery firepower, swarm drones, counter-unmanned aerial surveillance systems, commando operations, and synergy with the ITBP in the icy expanse and high-altitude areas of Ladakh.

Astra Shakti: Indian Army Showcases Next-Generation Warfare, Precision Weapons 

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to restart nuclear weapons testing, following Russia’s recent tests of nuclear-powered missiles. The move has sparked international concern over escalating global tensions and the potential arms race.

Trump Hints At Resuming Underground Nuke Test, Says US Will Do 'Some Testing' Soon

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday put forward a five-point proposal for promoting a universally beneficial and inclusive economic globalization and building an Asia-Pacific community.

APEC Summit: Xi Jinping Proposes Five-Point Plan For Inclusive Globalisation

China's shadow role in Iran's missile boom

Tik Tok: China has officially approved the transfer agreement for TikTok, the popular short video app owned by China-based ByteDance, according to U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. This approval follows intense negotiations between the U.S. and China and comes after President Trump’s order in September that allows TikTok’s sale to a consortium of U.S. and global investors.


Tik Tok: China Approves TikTok Transfer Deal, Says U.S. Treasury Chief Scott Bessent 

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