Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will make a four-day official visit to China starting on Wednesday, making him the first Canadian head of government to visit the country in eight years.


Canada-China ties: Carney seeks to reset ties with Beijing, Ottawa reassesses trade strategy

The U.S. Commerce Department said on Friday it has withdrawn a plan to impose restrictions on Chinese drones to address national security concerns after an earlier crackdown on passenger cars and trucks.

US Withdraws Chinese Drone Restrictions Ahead of Trump-Xi April Meeting

Trump says China’s decision on Taiwan is “up to Xi”, insists US action in Venezuela sets no precedent, as Macron warns of a world becoming ungovernable.

Trump says Taiwan decision is 'up to Xi' denies Venezuela action sets precedent

Chinese President Xi Jinping has pledged to achieve the “reunification” of China and Taiwan, calling Beijing’s long-held goal “unstoppable.”

In a New Year’s address delivered a day after China’s military wrapped up war games around Taiwan, Xi on Wednesday invoked the “bond of blood and kinship” between Chinese people on each side of the Taiwan Strait.

Chinese President's Warning to Taiwan in New Year's Speech 

China’s President Xi Jinping has intensified his anti-corruption campaign, focusing on sectors linked to the military. The crackdown targets officials and companies suspected of corruption, aiming to strengthen governance and ensure accountability within key defense-related industries.


China Corruption: Xi’s Anti-Corruption Sweep Hits Military-Linked Executives

China’s Military Shake-Up: Several top PLA officials were notably absent from a high-profile military event led by President Xi Jinping, as Beijing intensifies its anti-corruption campaign within the armed forces . The purge is seen as part of Xi’s efforts to strengthen his grip on the military and eliminate potential rivals, reflecting deeper political and institutional changes in China’s defense establishment .


China’s Military Shake-Up: Top PLA Generals Missing Xi-Led Event Amid Anti-Graft Purge

China’s southern Hainan province implemented a separate customs regime on Thursday, as Beijing seeks to develop the island into an offshore financing and duty-free hub and position it as a strategic hedge against rising external trade barriers.


China turns its southern province into duty-free customs zone

Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai has been convicted on national security charges, marking a significant verdict in his high-profile trial. Authorities claim the charges relate to national security violations under Hong Kong law, while supporters and international observers express concern over freedom of press and political dissent.


Jimmy Lai Convicted, Trump Asks Xi To Consider Jimmy Lai's Release

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.

Emmanuel Macron Looking For A New Partnership With Xi Jinping?

French President Emmanuel Macron and Chinese President Xi Jinping have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties, strengthening economic cooperation, and coordinating on key global flashpoints. Both leaders stressed the need for peace efforts in Ukraine and Gaza, calling for diplomacy, stability, and restraint. This video breaks down what their renewed partnership means for Europe, China, and the wider geopolitical balance.

Macron, Xi Hold Bilateral Meet, Sign 12 Agreements

Macron, Xi Vow To Deepen Bilateral Ties: Committed To Peace In Ukraine, Gaza

China has introduced sweeping new disciplinary rules for the People’s Liberation Army, intensifying its ongoing military purge. The updated regulations reportedly make absolute loyalty and obedience to President Xi Jinping a core requirement for service, signaling a deeper consolidation of power within China’s armed forces.
In this video, we break down what the new rules mean, why the PLA is undergoing such a dramatic shake-up, and how this affects China’s military strategy and global posture.


Chinese Army's New Rules Demand Absolute Obedience to Xi Jinping

The United States is strengthening its presence in the Caribbean as geopolitical tensions rise, while China’s President Xi Jinping publicly backs Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro


China-Venezuela Ties: Washington Bolsters Caribbean Presence, Xi Backs Maduro 

Xi, Trump Discuss Sensitive Issues Including Taiwan, Ukraine And Global Stability

China has thrown full support behind Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, with President Xi Jinping calling Caracas an intimate friend and vowing to defend its sovereignty against US pressure. Scroll for full story.

Xi Jinping backs Nicolas Maduro, blasts US meddling as warships circle Venezuela, vows to protect Caracas' sovereignty

China's foreign ministry said the call touched on other issues, such as Ukraine, but Taiwan featured prominently, with China embroiled in a weeks-long diplomatic row with key US ally Japan over the self-governing island.


Trump-Xi phone call: China's Xi pushes Taiwan issue in call with Trump

Japan-China Ties: Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi﻿ has sparked a sharp diplomatic backlash from China﻿ after issuing a stern warning regarding Taiwan’s security amid rising regional tensions. Takaichi﻿ emphasized Japan’s firm stance on supporting Taiwan’s democratic status and cautioned against threats to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait. 

China Urges Takaichi to Retract Taiwan Remarks, Japan Remains Firm 

China has sharply urged Japanese lawmaker Sanae Takaichi to retract her remarks on Taiwan, calling them a provocation that worsens already strained relations. This report breaks down rising China–Japan tensions, the diplomatic fallout, and what it could mean for regional stability amid growing pressure in the Indo-Pacific.

China Demands Japan’s Takaichi Retract Taiwan Comments as Tensions Spike 

At the APEC Summit, China’s Xi Jinping and South Korea’s President Lee met to rekindle diplomatic and economic ties, drawing attention as former U.S. President Donald Trump remained largely offstage.

APEC Spotlight: Xi Jinping & Lee Jae-Myung Rekindle China-South Korea Ties 

At the APEC Summit, former U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are reportedly seeking leverage in global negotiations, raising questions about whether their discussions will lead to a game-changing deal or simply repeat past dynamics.

Trump-Xi Deal: Deja Vu or True Game-Changer at APEC? | WION 

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?

US President Donald Trump's statement followed after he was asked while speaking to journalists on Air Force One about the "final straw" in Russian leader Vladimir Putin's refusal to end the conflict.

Putin lost millions of soldiers in Ukraine war, claims Trump, and calls Russian leader THIS

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

During a recent summit, Chinese President Xi Jinping jokingly told South Korean President Lee Jae-myung to "check for any backdoor" on Xiaomi phones he gifted. Smartphone surveillance through such backdoors is not a joke, but a reality.

'Check for any backdoor', Xi's light-hearted warning on phones he gifted to S Korea president. Yes, someone can crack your phone for spying

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