In a sudden move, China has removed Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong without offering any official explanation. The decision marks yet another high-level shake-up in Beijing’s leadership, raising questions about internal dynamics and policy direction. While such changes are not uncommon, the lack of clarity has sparked speculation about the reasons behind the move and what it could signal for China’s diplomatic strategy.


China's Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong Removed Without Citing Any Reason 

Canada is spearheading a new trade strategy aimed at countering US tariff pressures under President Donald Trump. Led by Mark Carney, Ottawa is working to unite the European Union and Indo-Pacific partners across five key areas, including trade, digital cooperation and WTO reforms. The move signals a major shift in global trade alignments.


Canada’s New Trade Strategy: Carney Pushes EU-Indo-Pacific Alliance to Counter US Tariff War

UK Labour leader Keir Starmer met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, discussing bilateral ties, trade, and international cooperation. Meanwhile, the UK announces visa-free travel for citizens staying less than 30 days in China, making short-term visits easier for tourism and business.


UK-China Ties: Starmer Announces Visa-Free Travel to China for UK Citizens After Talks With Xi 

UK-China Ties: UK PM Holds Talks With Xi Amid Push for Stronger Trade Ties

Two top PLA Air Force officers have become the latest military brass to miss a key political event, as the anti-corruption campaign in the Chinese military continues unabated.
The event in Beijing was led by President Xi Jinping, who is also chairman of the Central Military Commission (CMC), the top command body for China’s armed forces.

China: High profile military ceremony led by Chinese President Xi Jinping 

French President Emmanuel Macron visited Beijing for a strategic EU–China meeting with President Xi Jinping. The visit included high-level talks on economic cooperation, global issues, and diplomatic engagement. Macron also took part in sightseeing with Xi, reflecting both formal diplomacy and cultural exchange between the two nations.


China-France ties: Xi Jinping rolls out the red carpet for Macron

#Gravitas Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will skip the 47th ASEAN summit scheduled in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, next week and will instead join the meeting virtually. 


Why PM Modi refused to go to ASEAN in Kuala Lumpur 

While tensions flare with the U.S., China is charting its course for the next five years. Chinese President Xi Jinping and the country’s top leaders, known as the Central Committee, will meet next week from Monday to Thursday for a planning meeting called the “Fourth Plenum.”


China: President Xi to chair fourth plenum

US President Donald Trump declined to approve $400 million in military aid to Taiwan in recent months while negotiating on trade and a potential summit with Beijing.


Trump-Xi talks on big Ts: Tariffs, TikTok & Taiwan 

Is Chinese President Xi Jinping losing grip on power?
Well, analysts suggest he is. Whether it's a delegation of authority, a Succession plan, or perhaps an early retirement. Watch this video to find out more

China: Xi faces unprecedented party challenge

China showcased its military prowess and strengthening alliances with Russia and North Korea in a grand military parade, highlighting President Xi Jinping's vision for a new global order. The event, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan's defeat in World War II, featured advanced military hardware, including hypersonic missiles and drones, and signaled China's growing ambitions as a global power.



Xi Jinping Flanked by Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-Un Irks Trump | WION

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Iran’s President in Beijing, emphasizing China’s respect for Iran’s right to develop civil nuclear energy. The meeting highlights strengthening ties between the two countries amid ongoing global discussions on nuclear policies and regional stability.


Iran-China ties: Xi backs Iran's right to nuclear energy, urges dialogue over force 

'Xiao he' steals the show, meet humanoid robot assisting journalists at SCO summit 2025 

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is fast emerging as a major global power centre. With Asian superpowers gathering for the summit, debates intensify on its strengths, weaknesses, threats and opportunities compared to blocs like G7 and BRICS. Can SCO extend its influence and reshape global order?


SCO summit 2025: How SCO compares to G7, BRICS

India-China Relations: India and China are engaging in discussions to reset trade and investment relations, aiming to enhance economic cooperation and address existing trade imbalances.


SCO summit 2025: Will Modi-Xi SCO meeting reshape India-China relations? 

PM Modi will travel to Tianjin from August 31 to September 1 to participate in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

SCO Summit 2025: Putin, Modi, and Xi will soon be under the same roof amid Trump’s tariff tirade 

Russia celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany with a grand Victory Day parade in Moscow. Chinese President Xi Jinping joined Russian President Putin. Watch this report to know more!

Russia Victory Day parade 2025: Putin hosts President Xi Jinping and other world leaders

Chinese President Xi Jinping promoted this idea of "Asian family", and emphasised solidarity in a speech at a state dinner in Malaysia on Wednesday. WORLD

China now needs its 'Asian family'? Xi Jinping urges regional unity as Trump threatens Beijing with massive tariffs

As the US-China tariff war intensifies, President Xi Jinping has embarked on a strategic 3-nation tour of Southeast Asia to strengthen regional ties and diversify Beijing’s trade routes. His visit to Vietnam drew criticism from President Trump, while China and Vietnam signed 45 key cooperation agreements signaling closer economic alignment.

Trade war: President Xi Jinping tours Southeast Asia amid US tariff war tensions

Amid heightened trade tensions with the US over tariffs, Chinese leader Xi Jinping called for stronger industrial and supply chain cooperation with Vietnam and wider collaboration in emerging fields. This as Xi kickstarted his first overseas trip of the year to Southeast Asia as part of the three-nation trip. The Chinese leader is visiting Vietnam. From there, he will head to Malaysia and thereafter to Cambodia. And all this as Beijing seeks to tighten regional trade t

Xi woos China's neighbours as trade tensions with the US flare

#Gravitas | China’s security chief recently visited Tibetan regions and said that security forces must “resolutely crack down on separatist and destructive activities”. His four-day tour came in the lead-up to National Day on October 1 and a month after senior American officials met exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, in New York.

China Security Chief Calls for 'resolute Crackdown' in Tibet

China’s president IX Jinping has pledged over $50 billion in Africa summit, including $30 billion in credit and $20 billion in new investments. The focus will be on infrastructure and clean energy projects, with expanded market access but no renewal of a $300 billion purchasing promise.

China-Africa Summit:  Xi Jinping pledges $50 bn to Africa summit

Multiple warnings have gone unheard in Taiwan as the island chose Lai Ching-te as its next President. Beijing had said choosing the Democratic Progressive Party leader would mean choosing war, but it still failed to sway voters. Taiwan says China has to face the reality, but China remains stern in its stance as it continues to remind the World that reunification is inevitable. Watch in for more details!

China says Lai Ching-Te's speech 'confession of Taiwan's independence'

Russian President Vladimir Putin will make a 2-day state visit to China this week on 16-17 May. This will be Putin's second visit to Beijing in seven months. This visit comes before he resumes office in his fifth-term as President of Russia.

Russia: Putin to sign a joint statement after their meeting, to discuss comprehensive partnership

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