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‘Makes no sense’: experts doubt pause in US arms sale to Taiwan is due to Iran war

While approval is due soon for $14bn deal, actual deliveries to Taiwan are years away – making ‘Operation Epic Fury’ in the Gulf an unlikely cause

The Guardian - AU

China reunification is an inevitable historical trend

Recently, the world's attention has been focused on the East. At the invitation of President Xi Jinping, general secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, US President Donald Trump paid a state visit to China from May 13 to 15. These two major events have once…

Bangkok Post

Why Has Trump Stopped Selling Weapons to Taiwan?

The administration is avoiding conflict with China to focus on war in the Middle East. Taiwan’s democracy hangs in the balance.

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Global Times: China's development is an opportunity for the world: Tsinghua professor on 15th Five-Year Plan's global significance

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 2026 marks the opening year of China's 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30). The outline of the Plan sets out the following development goals for the coming five years: significant achievements in high-quality development, substantial improvements in scientific and technological self-reliance and strength, fresh breakthroughs…

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U.S. Journalist Charged With Failing To Register As a Foreign Agent For China

An American journalist covertly worked as an agent for China and attempted to recruit others for the Chinese government, the FBI has alleged.

International Business Times

US Journalist Accused of Helping China Get Classified Info—'Not Charged with Spying' His Lawyer Claims

Thomas Pauken II, an American journalist, faces charges for allegedly acting as an unregistered agent for China, preparing reports for Chinese intelligence and attempting to influence US policy.

International Business Times UK

China-Pakistan agree to 'unswervingly safeguard' bilateral ties

Pakistan and China have pledged to strengthen their relationship and build a shared future. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's visit to China resulted in new cooperation agreements. Both nations reaffirmed their commitment to the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. They will advance the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and enhance security cooperation.

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Is Quad the Asian NATO or ocean foam? What Delhi meet reveals

Quad foreign ministers met in Delhi focusing on practical cooperation. New initiatives target critical minerals, maritime surveillance, and energy security. The grouping is shifting towards economic and technological coordination. This pragmatic approach aims for resilience rather than deterrence. The Quad's future hinges on US strategic consistency and its ability to…

The Economic Times

Xi Jinping orders ‘tough’ investigation into deadly China coal mine explosion

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The Independent UK

CGTN: Shared future: China, Serbia push comprehensive strategic partnership to new heights

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CGTN published an article on Chinese President Xi Jinping's meeting with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic in Beijing. Highlighting the ironclad friendship between the two countries, the article focused on their mutually beneficial cooperation and upholding of fairness and justice, and stressed efforts to elevate…

AAP

Global Times: Xi Jinping Thought on Ecological Civilization 'provides an invaluable reference for developing countries'

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In an era marked by ecological challenges, development dilemmas and geopolitical dynamics are increasingly intertwined. Through a series of innovative practices, Chinese modernization offers a "green solution" to some of humanity's pressing questions of survival and development. Rooted in the wisdom of Chinese civilization…

AAP

CGTN: China and Pakistan reaffirm ties, vow to advance multipolar world

BEIJING, May 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CGTN published an article during Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's official visit to China, highlighting how China and Pakistan are working together to bring tangible benefits to both peoples and uphold regional peace and stability amid a turbulent global landscape. In a recent letter…

AAP

Global Times: China's green experience in scale and economic integration particularly important

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Global Times: China's green approach presents a development paradigm better suited to the Global South

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The Conversation

Is Beijing the world’s ‘living room’? China is enjoying the global stage, but there are limits to its influence

In recent weeks, the back-to-back state visits to Beijing by Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump have put China in the global spotlight.

Euronews

Vučić defends Serbia's Chinese ties on controversial visit to Beijing

Xi Jinping has welcomed a run of world leaders in recent months, including Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

The Times of India

'Unbreakable traditional friendship': Xi Jinping welcomes 'old friend' Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif

In a pivotal gathering in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif solidified their partnership with a promise of enduring support. Xi praised Pakistan's proactive engagement in fostering peace within the Middle East, showcasing their robust 'unbreakable traditional friendship' as a vital asset in navigating shifting…

The Economic Times

China's Xi meets Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif as Iran war looms

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing. This high-level meeting occurred as diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war continue. Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir, a key negotiator, also attended the discussions. Sharif highlighted Pakistan's sincere role in mediating between the US and Iran.

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CGTN: Putting people first: A guiding principle in China's governance

BEIJING, May 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahead of this year's Spring Festival, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited a community canteen at an apartment complex for seniors to learn about local efforts to improve public convenience services and elderly care. He also had a warm conversation with delivery workers taking…

France 24

The week in pictures: Ebola outbreak in Africa, Putin in China and Cannes Film Festival mermaids

The Ebola outbreak spreads in Democratic Republic of Congo, Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping meet in Beijing, Japanese actress Arisa Sasaki dresses as a mermaid for the Cannes Film Festival and Gaza flotilla activists are humiliated by Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Ben-Gvir. Here is…

The Independent UK

Trump is doing a Ukraine on Taiwan. And it exposes a startling new level of US weakness

ANALYSIS: Trump has suspended weapons sales to Taiwan in a move that again shows he favours potential enemies over allies, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley

AAP

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills at least 82 people, local officials say

Chinese local officials say that a gas explosion at a coal mine in northern Shanxi province has killed at least 82 people

The Guardian - UK

China mine death toll at least 82 after gas blast

Xi Jinping urges authorities to ‘spare no effort’ in rescue operation after explosion in northern Shanxi province

AAP

Deadliest coal mine explosion in China in years kills 90 people, state media say

A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's Shanxi province has killed at least 90 people

The Times of India

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif begins 4-day China visit amid fragile US-Iran truce

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday began a four-day visit to China, arriving there days after visits by US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

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