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MI5 Issues Rare Public Alert to Stop Chinese Intelligence Benefiting From UK University Research

MI5 has warned UK universities that research funded through China's CGTRI could assist Chinese espionage, urging institutions to review collaborations under the National Security Act 2023.

International Business Times UK · Sep 30

Warnings international forum all at sea on security

One of the world's most important organisations lacks the chops to deal with security threats in a region full of potential flashpoints, a report has found.

AAP · Sep 30

India's SCO coordinator highlights regional connectivity, trade & transit in Pakistan

India's SCO National Coordinator Alok A Dimri emphasized regional connectivity and trade discussions during the SCO meeting. The meeting aims to prepare for the upcoming SCO Council of Heads of State summit in August 2027. Dimri highlighted that a cultural dialogue would take place in New Delhi on November 20.…

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Factory activity returns to expansion in a positive sign for China’s economy

A Chinese government survey shows the country's factory activity has expanded for the first time since June, signaling a positive shift as officials aim to boost economic growth

The Independent UK · Sep 30

Global Market: Yuan heads for seventh straight quarterly gains as exporters boost dollar sales

China’s yuan strengthened against the dollar, heading for its seventh straight quarterly gain, supported by exporter dollar selling, stronger factory activity and a weaker U.S. currency. The yuan has gained 4.3% this year. Beijing’s latest measures to support infrastructure, technology and housing also improved investor sentiment and economic recovery expectations.

The Economic Times · Sep 30

Chile Wants Washington's Shield and Beijing's Copper Money. Can It Keep Both?

Chile joined the U.S.-led Shield of the Americas on Sept. 22. Here is what it could mean for copper, lithium and its China trade.

Latin Times · Sep 29

Singer granted rare exemption after performing unapproved song at concert in China

Social media users labeled the performance an ‘expensive tribute,’ praising her gesture while expressing concern over potential sanctions from regulators

The Independent UK · Sep 29

Republicans Threaten To Break With Trump Over Xi Summit but Their Revolt Collapses When Votes Are Cast

Republican senators criticised Donald Trump's warm reception for Xi Jinping and his China policy, but voting patterns showed limited willingness to challenge the president's broader agenda.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Taiwan says US arms sales to island are unchanged, but a $14B package remains on hold

Taiwan's defense minister says U.S. arms sales to Taiwan remain unchanged, despite a stalled $14 billion package

The Independent UK · Sep 29

India’s strategic value cannot rest on US-China hostility

After a summit between the leaders of the world’s major powers, the temptation is to read too much into it too soon. At the same time, the turbulence of the international order and the vagaries of geopolitics in recent years have meant that many diplomatic takeaways from such meetings have…

Newslaundry · Sep 29