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China's help critical, but unlikely, for US to choke off Iran

The United States seeks to economically isolate Iran through expanded sanctions. China's continued trade with Tehran complicates these US efforts significantly. Beijing defends its legitimate cooperation and vows to protect its economic interests. The US has targeted some Chinese entities but avoided major financial institutions. China has little incentive to…

The Economic Times

Xi's 'blunt' warning to Trump on Taiwan exposes profound risks: Analysts

During a tense summit in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping sent a clear message to US President Donald Trump regarding Taiwan. The talks underscored the fragile state of US-China relations, prompting analysts to predict that while the fallout may not be immediate, the stakes are high.

The Economic Times

China-US Talks Mark A 'Small Step' Towards Xi Meeting Trump

Back-to-back talks between the United States and China's top diplomats and defence chiefs could mark "a small step" towards a meeting between the leaders of the two countries, analysts said, but cautioned against expecting an imminent summit.

International Business Times

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SE Asian Leaders Meet China's Li And Gulf States To Bolster Ties

Southeast Asian leaders are looking to insulate their trade-dependent economies from geopolitical uncertainty, in particular US tariffs, as they hold talks with Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Gulf state dignitaries in Kuala Lumpur on Tuesday.

International Business Times

China Can Play Hardball At Looming Trade Talks With US: Analysts

A formidable set of cards that includes granting access to its vast market and an ability to withstand economic pain will allow Beijing to play hardball in upcoming trade talks with the United States in Geneva, analysts say.

International Business Times

China Pushes Rivals' Limits In Regional Disputes

China's campaign of confrontation, from remote reefs in Southeast Asia to Taiwan and far-flung Japanese islands, is designed to wear down regional rivals competing with it for contested territories, analysts say.

International Business Times

Robe-wearing DJ NewJeansNim draws complaints from Singapore Buddhists

South Korean performer has won praise at home for boosting Buddhism, but Southeast Asia has been less welcoming.

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As Singaporeans tire of rat race, incoming PM reimagines ‘Singapore Dream’

Prime Minister-in-waiting Lawrence Wong says residents are looking for more out of life than material success.

Al Jazeera

After decades touting openness, Singapore sees foreign meddling threat

City-state’s invocation of foreign interference law highlights challenges of maintaining a highly globalised economy.

Al Jazeera

China looks for the diplomatic ‘sweet spot’ between panda and wolf

China’s pandas have returned home and its wolf warriors have fallen silent as Beijing shifts its diplomatic approach.

Al Jazeera

Will Xi and Biden mend US-China relations at the APEC summit?

Xi aims to revive investments in sluggish Chinese economy while Biden looks to keep temperatures ‘low’ in Asia-Pacific.

Al Jazeera

Xi-Zelenskiy call may have been prompted by ambassador’s undiplomatic comments

The Chinese leader’s surprise contact with his Ukrainian counterpart is suspected to be a corrective move

The Guardian - UK

‘A leader of the world’: south-east Asian countries open to Putin pivot

Only Singapore has imposed sanctions, while others have been receptive to Moscow’s offers of friendship

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