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US orders government employees to leave Saudi Arabia – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

China set to suffer from turmoil in the Middle East, but it stands to benefit long term

China has responded to the joint US-Israeli attacks on Iran with strong diplomatic condemnation. In an article published on March 1, China’s state-run Xinhua news agency called the attacks a “flagrant violation” of the purposes and principles of the UN charter. The same article called the intervention a departure from…

The Conversation

Trump’s show of force in the Middle East creates a weakness China can exploit

Beijing can again leverage its critical minerals dominance over an increasingly busy US military, as Taiwan slides further down the White House list of priorities

The Guardian - UK

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China condemns US strikes on Iran as ‘brazen aggression'; presses for ‘dialogue and negotiation’

China on Monday called for an immediate ceasefire between the United States, Israel and Iran, warning that the escalating conflict could spread across the neighbouring countries after Iran’s retaliation against US bases in the Gulf region.

The Times of India

‘Cynical violation of law’: Russia, China condemn killing of Khamenei in US-Israel strikes; call for end to military action

The assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in US-Israeli strikes has ignited sharp criticism from Russia and China, who decry the act as a violation of international law and sovereignty. Both nations urge an immediate halt to military operations, highlighting escalating regional instability and a widening geopolitical divide.

The Times of India

China has turned the page on its aggressive ‘wolf warrior’ diplomacy – except when it comes to Japan

At the recent Munich Security Conference, China’s foreign minister, Wang Yi, delivered a rebuke of what he said were dangerous trends of militarism in Japan. In a panel discussion, he pointed out comments made in November by the Japanese prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, in which she suggested Japan could intervene…

The Conversation

Chinese tourists shun Japan over lunar new year holiday as rift deepens

Japanese prime minister’s refusal to back down over Taiwan comments brings more criticism and travel warnings from China

The Guardian - AU

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'Plotting to split China through Taiwan': Beijing warns US interference could lead to confrontation

China’s foreign minister Wang Yi on Saturday warned the United States against its attempts to interfere in Taiwan, saying that such actions could lead to a confrontation between Beijing and Washington.

The Times of India

Macron tells critics to follow Europe’s lead as leaders seek to reset US ties

French President Emmanuel Macron has struck a defiant but optimistic tone in Munich, urging critics to 'take their cue' from Europe rather than dismiss it, as world leaders gathered to reset strained transatlantic ties.

Radio France Internationale

Ukraine war briefing: conflict could end if Russia economically or militarily ‘exhausted’, says Germany’s Merz

Ukraine-Russia war high on the agenda at Munich Security Council; France’s Macron says world must not accept Ukraine defeated. What we know on day 1,452

The Guardian - AU

A new era for Canada-China relations? Prime Minister Carney's visit signals change

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to China marks the first by a Canadian leader in eight years

The Independent UK

Underground church says leaders detained as China steps up crackdown

Early Rain pastor said to be among those held in sweep that followed arrests of members of other unregistered churches

The Guardian - UK

China's top diplomat blasts US arms sale to Taiwan as military drills around the island unfold

China’s top diplomat has slammed a record U.S. military sale to Taiwan

The Independent UK

Trump 'Proud of Helping:' Thailand and Cambodia Agree on Ceasefire

Thailand and Cambodia sign a ceasefire ending weeks of deadly border clashes that killed many and displaced hundreds of thousands, as Trump claims credit for the US role in brokering peace.

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The Independent UK

China takes lead in Thailand-Cambodia peace push after deadly border fighting

Beijing says rival Southeast Asian neighbours ready to gradually ‘consolidate ceasefire’ following talks in China

The Independent UK

Top diplomats of China, Cambodia and Thailand meet as Beijing seeks to strengthen role in dispute

Foreign ministers from Cambodia and Thailand have convened with their Chinese counterpart to discuss the border dispute between the two Southeast Asian countries

The Independent UK

Thai and Cambodian top diplomats meet in China to solidify ceasefire

Top diplomats from Thailand and Cambodia have begun talks in China to address their border dispute

Latin Times

UN Security Council To Meet At Venezuela's Request To Discuss 'Ongoing U.S. Aggression'

The UN Security Council will meet next week at the request of the Venezuelan regime to discuss the "ongoing U.S. aggression."

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Latin Times

China Condemns U.S. 'Bullying' Over Venezuela Oil Blockade, Makes No Aid Commitments

China criticized what it described as "unilateral bullying" of Venezuela after the United States ordered a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving the South American country.

The Guardian - US

Sheinbaum urges UN to ‘prevent bloodshed’ after Trump orders Venezuela blockade

Mexican leader warns of conflict as US president targets sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela

The Guardian - UK

‘A shift no country can ignore’: where global emissions stand, 10 years after the Paris climate agreement

The watershed summit in 2015 was far from perfect, but its impact so far has been significant and measurable

Caixin Global

The Week Ahead (Dec. 1 to 7): Macron Visits China, Fed Ends Quantitative Tightening

Putin to visit India, Hong Kong holds Legislative Council election

Euronews

Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan military intervention comments, says Chinese foreign minister

China slammed Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments suggesting potential Japanese military action over Taiwan as reckless and shocking, calling it a “grave violation” of international law and threatening a military response against any “aggression”.

The Independent UK

Japan 'crossed a red line' with Taiwan military intervention remarks, Chinese foreign minister says

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi says Japan has "crossed a red line” with comments by the country's new leader suggesting a potential military intervention over Taiwan

The Guardian - UK

China doesn’t want to lead alone on climate policies, senior adviser warns

Exclusive: A top official in Beijing’s Cop delegation says China is committed to clean energy – but US’s absence is a problem

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