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North Korea's Kim Jong Un has got his eyes on a 'huge' warship to 'build a powerful navy'

North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un inspected the warship, believed to be its latest cruiser, on Monday

The Independent UK · Nov 4

2 Uyghur men held in Thailand plead not be sent back to China

Two Uyghur men held in Thailand for over a decade are pleading not to be sent back to China, fearing abuse or torture

The Independent UK · Nov 4

China says object resembling artillery shell found in Papua New Guinea is just a harmless ‘wine bottle’

Police last week arrested four Chinese nationals after a large military-grade shell weighing 32kg was found at a construction site

The Independent UK · Nov 4

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China stocks struggle near one-year lows despite fresh government support measures

Chinese stocks struggled near one-year lows despite fresh government measures to support the market, as investors remained cautious ahead of the US midterm elections. Concerns over China's economic outlook and technology stocks continued to weigh on sentiment.

The Economic Times · Nov 4

Chinese yuan hits over two-week low against dollar as PBOC signals caution on appreciation

China’s yuan weakened to a more than two-week low against the dollar after the central bank set a weaker daily fixing and raised foreign exchange reserve requirements. The moves signal Beijing’s efforts to moderate the currency’s rapid appreciation.

The Economic Times · Nov 4

Prominent Hong Kong activist Joshua Wong awaits sentencing. Here's what to know about his case

A Hong Kong court is set to hand down a sentence to prominent pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong Thursday for his second conviction under a Beijing-imposed national security law

The Independent UK · Nov 4

Could China Invade Taiwan In 2027? A Top U.S. General Says The Timeline Still Matters.

The U.S. Army is preparing for a potential Chinese attack on Taiwan by 2027. Intelligence assessments say Beijing has not set a timetable for invasion.

International Business Times · Nov 3

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India’s illegal gold imports surge 1,500% after tax hike

India's illegal gold imports surged dramatically in the third quarter of 2023, reaching 50 metric tons. This rise is attributed to the government's recent duty hike on gold and silver imports. The increase in informal shipments is linked to previous tax increases that incentivized smuggling and cash sales. Gold demand…

The Economic Times · Nov 3

Trump’s troubles with Iran could open the door to China

Beijing launches diplomatic salvo to woo Gulf leaders and bolster its influence in the region

The Guardian - UK · Nov 3

Displeased by spotty obedience, Xi Jinping continues culling party leaders

A record number of officials have been expelled from the Chinese Communist Party during the recent plenum. Among those removed were senior military officials and party secretaries, indicating a significant ongoing purge. Xi Jinping's anti-corruption campaign remains aggressive as he attempts to assert control over the party. The plenum's focus…

The Economic Times · Nov 3

Trump, Putin and Xi ‘could hold first ever trilateral meeting this month’

The Russian president reportedly offered to talk to Trump in China about restoring economic cooperation between Moscow and Washington

The Independent UK · Nov 3

Chinese yuan set for biggest daily drop in six months after PBOC tightens FX reserves

China's yuan weakened against the US dollar after the PBOC raised the foreign exchange reserve requirement ratio to curb rapid currency appreciation. The move comes amid concerns over export competitiveness and follows strong gains in the yuan during October.

The Economic Times · Nov 3

Xi Jinping says Middle East must not become battleground for great-power rivalry

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said the Middle East and Gulf region should not become a battleground for great-power rivalry, offering to work with Arab nations to restore peace and ensure lasting stability amid escalating tensions in the region.

The Times of India · Nov 2

NSA Ajit Doval reviews bilateral defence cooperation with Vietnam's National Defense Minister in Hanoi

Ajit Doval met with General Phan Van Giang in Hanoi to discuss strengthening defence cooperation between India and Vietnam. They reviewed ongoing collaboration and considered strategies to enhance their engagement in various defence sectors. This meeting is part of Doval's official visit to Vietnam following the elevation of bilateral relations.…

The Economic Times · Nov 2

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The Guardian - UK · Nov 2

UK making up China policy ‘as it goes along’, MPs warn

Commons committee says lack of coherent strategy is hampering business and leaving national security risks unaddressed

Evening Standard · Nov 2

Government is ‘making up China policy as it goes’, MPs have warned in new report

It comes after an audit on relations with China was completed in June 2025 but never published.

The Times of India · Nov 1

Chinese Intrusion Near Pratas Islands: Taiwan says coast guard ship entered restricted waters

Taiwan's coast guard has accused China of harassing its vessels and attempting to assert "fictional jurisdiction" in the South China Sea and waters east of the island, as tensions between the two sides continue to escalate.

Latin Times · Nov 1

US, Seoul And Tokyo Hold Firm On North Korea Nukes As Trump-Kim Summit Fades

The United States, South Korea and Japan reaffirmed their demand for North Korea's complete denuclearization as Pyongyang rejects the condition and prospects for a Trump-Kim meeting at APEC diminish.

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The Economic Times · Nov 1

Global criticism during COVID-19 hardened China's attitude towards world: Foreign Secretary Misri

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri addressed the challenges faced by India during the COVID-19 pandemic. He noted that China felt stigmatised by the international community for the virus. Misri reflected on his experience as Ambassador during the India-China confrontation in Galwan Valley. He highlighted the importance of coordination in Operation Sindoor,…

Radio France Internationale · Oct 31

'African leaders are not naive, they will partner with whoever makes the best offer’

The third Russia-Africa Summit took place in Moscow this week, with 48 African nations sending delegations. It comes as Moscow grapples with sanctions and isolation over its Ukraine offensive, while African governments turn to it for security assistance. However, geopolitical analyst Priyal Singh tells RFI that despite this, Russia still…

International Business Times · Oct 31

What Is Behind The Business Spat Between China And Soccer Superstar Kylian Mbappé?

French footballer Kylian Mbappé apologized after making comments implying he found comparisons between him and "dictatorial" Mao Zedong amusing, prompting backlash in China.

The Economic Times · Oct 31

'Took stock of our bilateral cooperation': EAM Jaishankar meets US Secy of State Rubio on sidelines of G20

S Jaishankar held a bilateral meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Atlanta. The meeting focused on enhancing India-US cooperation and addressing geopolitical issues. Jaishankar emphasized that military solutions are not viable for resolving global challenges. Rubio also highlighted the importance of protecting economic and maritime security during…

The Independent UK · Oct 31

China’s factory activity slips as new export orders weaken

China's factory activity contracted in October, reversing the previous month's reboujnd

The Times of India · Oct 31

US-Iran deal on the horizon? Uranium transfer, Hormuz reopening in 7 days proposed

NEW DELHI: A preliminary framework for negotiations between the United States and Iran proposes transferring Tehran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium to a third country or reducing its enrichment levels, alongside reopening the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping within seven days of an initial understanding, Al Arabiya English reported…

The Economic Times · Oct 31

Iran-US draft proposes uranium transfer, Hormuz reopening within 7 days: Report

A preliminary draft framework for negotiations between the US and Iran proposes transferring Iran's uranium stockpile. This draft also suggests reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days of an agreement. Proposed measures include reducing enrichment levels and easing sanctions by the US. An independent verification mechanism and dispute-resolution process…

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