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China Holds Largest Oil Stockpiles As Prolonged Iran War Raises Fears Of Global Supply Shock: Report

China's aggressive oil stockpiling surge ahead of the Iran war is reshaping global energy security dynamics as supply risks intensify in the Strait of Hormuz.

International Business Times

China's foreign and defense ministers meet with Cambodian counterparts in joint '2+2' dialogue

Cambodia and China have held their first meeting of what is called a “2+2” Strategic Dialogue Mechanism

The Independent UK

Britain ‘must not cut ourselves off’ from China trade opportunities despite security risks, CBI chief warns

Rain Newton-Smith highlighted that British businesses see increased trade with Chinese firms as an opportunity to drive growth

The Independent UK

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Student allegedly jailed in China for six years after taking part in pro-democracy protests in Australia

Exclusive: The Australian government has been urged to take stronger action to protect overseas students from political repression

The Guardian - AU

Hong Kong government seeks to seize millions from jailed activist Jimmy Lai

The government also announced that it had applied to seize the properties linked to Lai

The Independent UK

US limits intelligence sharing with Korea after remarks on North Korea nuclear site: Report

US has partially restricted satellite intelligence sharing with South Korea after Seoul's unification minister revealed details about a suspected North Korean uranium enrichment site. While the minister claims the information was public, Washington views it as an unauthorized disclosure. Despite this, officials state military preparedness and broader intelligence cooperation remain…

The Times of India

What was the Iranian ship seized by US carrying? Report claims 'dual-use' cargo

US naval forces intercepted an Iranian-flagged cargo vessel, the Touska, in the Gulf of Oman, suspecting it carries "dual-use" items. The ship, linked to sanctioned IRISL, was boarded after failing to respond to warnings and operating in violation of a U.S. blockade. Iran condemned the action as "armed piracy."

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‘I was tortured in a Chinese detention camp for Uyghurs. Starmer’s approval of a new embassy is a betrayal’

INTERVIEW: Exclusive: Sayragul Sauytbay, the vice president of the East Turkestan government-in-exile, says she was tortured and abused while in Chinese detention. She tells Alex Croft that the UK has chosen to sweep China’s human rights record under the rug

The Independent UK

President Xi 'very happy' over Hormuz reopening: Trump says 'looking forward' to 'special' meeting in China

President Trump stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping is pleased with the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Trump anticipates a "special and potentially historic" meeting next month in China, where "much will be accomplished." This comes amid disruptions to global oil supplies due to Middle East conflict.

The Times of India

Why this delimitation is suspicious and it’s not what you think

Special sessions of Parliament were historically called for crises and commemorations. In 2008, when the UPA government lost the support of the Left, in 1991 and 1977 to impose President's Rule in various states, and in 1962 during the war with China, special sessions were called in the wake of…

Newslaundry

France and UK chair meeting on post-conflict Strait of Hormuz mission

French and British leaders were on Friday chairing a meeting in Paris of around 40 countries aimed at signalling to the United States that some of its closest allies are ready to play a role in restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran said the strait is…

Radio France Internationale

From Alliance to Platform: George Bogden on How the U.S. and Japan Are Building Deterrence and Economic Security Together

The U.S.-Japan alliance is evolving into a strategic partnership spanning defense, technology, and supply chains, as both nations work to strengthen deterrence and compete with China.

International Business Times

Kazakhstan sentences 19 for protest against repression in China's Xinjiang region

A Kazakh court has convicted 19 Kazakh activists after a protest against Beijing’s crackdown in China’s far-western Xinjiang region last year, in what advocates call an extraordinary move by the Kazakh government to silence dissident at the behest of Beijing

The Independent UK

Asian stocks mostly higher after Wall Street hits record and oil steadies

Asian stocks are mostly higher and oil prices have steadied over expectations of an extension of a ceasefire in the Iran war and more talks between the U.S. and Iran

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China raises pressure on underground Catholics to join official church, Human Rights Watch finds

Human Rights Watch, in a detailed new report, says Chinese authorities are increasing pressure on underground Catholic communities to join the state-controlled official church while tightening surveillance and travel restrictions on all of China’s estimated 12 million Catholics

The Independent UK

The 'becoming Chinese' meme shows China's soft power moment is here

Young Western social media users are embracing a “very Chinese time” of their lives, and China’s government is keen to use this moment to boost the country’s cultural influence worldwide

The Times of India

'Xi will give me big, fat hug': Trump says he opened Hormuz for China ... 'and the world'

President Trump claims China is pleased with his decision to permanently open the Strait of Hormuz, stating he's acting for their benefit and the world's. He asserts China has agreed to cease weapon shipments to Iran and anticipates a warm reception from President Xi during an upcoming visit, highlighting smart…

International Business Times UK

'China's Nostradamus' Predicts US Will Lose Ground Invasion This Month, Ending the US Dollar Dominance

A YouTube theorist known as 'China's Nostradamus' claims the US will invade Iran this month, lose a grinding ground war and trigger the end of the dollar's global dominance.

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The Guardian - UK

Short-term gains for China from US-Iran war may turn to longer-term pain

Beijing may be reaping some diplomatic benefit but Trump’s war holds risks for its energy security and economy

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Americans grow a bit friendlier toward China

Fewer Americans now see China as an "enemy."

The Independent UK

Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context

Chinese President Xi Jinping has praised the stability and certainty of China-Russia relations, calling them precious in the face of an international landscape intertwined with changes and chaos

The Times of India

Beijing sacks senior diplomat Sun Weidong; offers no explanation as scrutiny of top ranks intensifies

China removed its vice minister of foreign affairs, Sun Weidong, from his post, according to an official announcement by China's ministry of human resources on Tuesday. The decision was made by the state council, the country’s top administrative body. However, no reason or timeline for the removal of the top…

International Business Times UK

Choe Hyon-Class Destroyer: Is Kim Jong Un Planning To Use New Nuclear Delivery?

North Korean state media KCNA confirmed the test launch from the 5,000-tonne warship off the country's western coast.

The Times of India

China-linked tanker that tested US blockade of Hormuz makes U-turn

A US-sanctioned tanker, the Rich Starry, linked to China, appeared to reverse course in the Gulf of Oman after transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Its movements are closely watched as a test of President Trump's naval blockade, with another tanker, Elpis, also showing unusual activity near Iran.

The Times of India

After US-Iran talks fail, China proposes four-point plan for Middle East peace

China on Tuesday outlined a four-point proposal for lasting peace in the Middle East, with foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning sharing details of remarks made by President Xi Jinping.

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