The simmering tensions between China and Taiwan have reached a boiling point, and this is of course sparking fears of a military confrontation now that could engulf the entire Asia-Pacific region. How are the Philippines and Japan reacting to this? Our next report tells you more.

China-Taiwan war: Taiwan urges democracies to condemn Chinese military drills

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#Gravitas Bangladesh’s interim government Chief Adviser, Muhammad Yunus has openly pitched for China as a key economic partner at the expense of India. Yunus said that Northeast India is landlocked, and that Bangladesh alone serves as its gateway.

Yunus dares India, offers China 'gateway to 7 states'

Taiwanese fighter jets take off after China announced military drills.
The US has delivered the first of 66 advanced F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan under a multi-billion dollar deal signed in 2019. This comes as satellite images reveal fresh Chinese bomber deployments in the South China Sea.

China-Taiwan war: China launches massive military drill around Taiwan

About 50 kilometers north of Beijing city center, construction is wrapping up on what is expected to be the world's brightest X-ray light source.

China achieves new progress in high-energy photon source object.

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is making strategic moves to deepen ties with China, positioning Bangladesh as a key player in economic expansion. However, his outreach has raised concerns in India, stirring political and economic debates.

Yunus strengthens ties with China, sparks controversy in India

#Gravitas The United States appears to be shifting its military focus solely towards China. A secret Pentagon memo revealed that the U.S. military is being realigned to counter a potential Chinese invasion of Taiwan, while reducing its presence in other global hotspots.

Secret Pentagon memo names China number 1 enemy

Taiwan is facing mounting pressure as China intensifies its military presence around the island. Seven Chinese navy ships have been detected near Taiwanese waters, fueling concerns of a possible invasion. Meanwhile, the US is urging Taiwan to boost its defense spending.

US pressures Taiwan amid Chinese threat, internal differences widen

A leaked Pentagon memo calls for the US military to prioritize resources against China, labeling it the "sole threat." The guidance emphasizes troop presence and warns against a potential Taiwan takeover.

Pentagon memo urges US military to prioritise its resources on China

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that the Trump administration would boost military ties with the Philippines to strengthen deterrence against “threats from the communist Chinese” and ensure freedom of navigation in the disputed South China Sea.

US vows military ties with Philippines amid Chinese aggression

Bangladesh has signed nine agreements with China as President Xi Jinping reaffirms Beijing’s commitment to being a "good neighbor and good friend" to Dhaka. The agreements come during Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus' four-day visit to China amid cooling relations with India. Officials have hailed the Xi-Yunus meeting as a "great success." Watch this report for more details!

Bangladesh, China sign nine agreements to strengthen bilateral ties

Chinese leader Xi Jinping warned of "severe challenges" to global trade amid rising "unilateralism and protectionism," vowing to further open China's doors to foreign firms. Watch in for more details!

China's Xi Jinping warns of severe global trade challenges

Bangladesh Interim government chief Muhammad Yunus on Friday met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing and discussed issues related to bilateral ties amid strained relations with India.

Bangladesh's Chief Adviser Yunus meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing

#GRAVITAS | A Chinese influencer has been deported from Taiwan back to China after she heaped praise for Beijing online.  
The influencer backed Beijing’s ambitions to conquer Taiwan by force. But via this move, do Taiwanese authorities stand to lose balance between protecting its democracy and cracking down on freedom of expression. Watch this video to find out more. 


Liu Zhenya deported for promoting Chinese invasion of Taiwan

The Trump administration has placed dozens of Chinese entities on its export blacklist, marking its first major effort to limit China's progress in artificial intelligence and advanced computing.

US blacklists over 50 Chinese companies, targeting AI and chip capabilities | World News

The Mariana Trench, which is the lowest point on planet Earth, reaching more than 7 miles below the surface of the Pacific Ocean. This crescent-shaped trench is in the Western Pacific just east of the Mariana Islands near Guam, and because Guam is a US Territory and the 15 Northern Mariana Islands are governed by a US Commonwealth. Watch in for more details!

Chinese drone conquers Earth’s deepest point

#Gravitas A declassified report from U.S. intelligence has shed light on the financial dealings of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s family, revealing that they control assets exceeding $1 billion.

Xi’s anti-corruption drive 'hypocritical' as family’s millions exposed

India and China have reviewed the situation along the Line of Actual Control or the LAC. The two countries have agreed on the early resumption of cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including on trans-border rivers and the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. Watch in for more details!

India, China review situation along LAC, agree on early resumption of cross-border cooperation

China is using artificial intelligence to combat wildfires! In Tianjin, a quadruped robot participated in a forest firefighting drill, responding swiftly to simulated fires. This advanced AI-driven technology could revolutionize wildfire response and disaster management.

Quadruped robot engages in forest firefighting drill in China

India and China on Tuesday held a fresh edition of diplomatic talks in Beijing, focusing on ensuring effective border management and early resumption of cross-border cooperation and exchanges, including on trans-border rivers and Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra. Watch to know more!

India, China discuss cross-border cooperation, Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra in Beijing

China has expelled several Japanese fishing vessels that had allegedly entered China's territorial waters. The Chinese Coast Guard has accused the boats of unlawfully entering the disputed waters around Diaoyu Dao. Over the span of four days, from Friday to Monday, four Japanese fishing vessels have been expelled from the waters of China's Diaoyu Dao. Watch this report for more details!

China coastguard drives off Japanese fishing boats amid island dispute

Lingling, a woman in China, suffered severe disability after spending $332,000 on breast implants. What came to the fore later was shocking! Traces of cattle and moose DNA were discovered in her test reports. World news

SHOCKING! Cattle and moose DNA found in woman's $332,000 breast implants

On May 3rd last year, China launched its Chang'e Luna 6 probe. On June 25th of 2024, its returner landed in North China, bringing back nearly 2 kg of samples from the far side of the moon. This report is about what those samples tell us. Watch in for more details!

China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe brings samples; findings offer insights into early evolution

China Coast Guard expels 4 Japanese vessels for unlawfully entering waters of Diaoyu Dao

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