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Donald Trump wanted ‘America First’ but got ‘America Alone’ as Spain announces closer EU-China ties

Donald Trump’s vision of America First is looking more like ‘America Alone’ after Spain just doubled down on its push for closer EU-China ties. During a high-profile meeting in Beijing on April 14, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping openly praised Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez as a key bridge between…

The Mary Sue

Love in the time of blockades: Trump seeks a ‘fat hug’ from Xi amidst Hormuz howler

President Trump declared the Strait of Hormuz permanently open for China and the world, claiming Beijing assured him it would cease arms shipments to Iran. This announcement follows a naval blockade, causing global economic disruption. Trump's unpredictable approach, blending military pressure with personal diplomacy, fuels speculation about escalation or de-escalation,…

The Times of India

US blockade of Strait of Hormuz ratchets up tensions with China ahead of Trump visit to Beijing

The Trump administration’s decision to carry out a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has raised tensions in the Persian Gulf to new and more perilous levels. The move was announced by the US president, Donald Trump, after negotiations over a ceasefire with Iran broke down on April 11,…

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Donald Trump Stuns Diplomats by Claiming Xi Jinping Will Give Him a 'Big, Fat Hug' Over Iran Deal

Donald Trump's prediction that Xi Jinping will give him a 'big, fat, hug' over his Iran and Strait of Hormuz strategy collides with Beijing's silence and its public focus on shoring up ties with Moscow.

International Business Times UK

China’s military support for Somalia is on the rise – what Taiwan and Somaliland have to do with it

China recently pledged to expand military support to Somalia in its fight against al-Shabaab militants. Beijing has promised equipment, training and closer security cooperation with Mogadishu. This marks a shift from China’s traditionally cautious and small presence in the country. Brendon J. Cannon has researched how external powers – including…

The Conversation

V&A Museum deleted maps and images deemed sensitive by Chinese censors

Chinese printers objected to a map of China and an image of Lenin which fell foul of Beijing’s censorship body

Evening Standard

Short-term gains for China from US-Iran war may turn to longer-term pain

Beijing may be reaping some diplomatic benefit but Trump’s war holds risks for its energy security and economy

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Vietnam’s new leader meets China’s Xi on his first overseas trip

Chinese President Xi Jinping is calling on Beijing and Hanoi to prioritize advancing infrastructure connectivity and strengthen their collaborations in emerging fields like artificial intelligence and semiconductors

The Independent UK

V&A censored catalogues after demands by Chinese printer

Exclusive: Victoria and Albert Museum has deleted maps and images deemed sensitive by Beijing censors from exhibition publications

The Guardian - UK

Péter Magyar walks line between Brussels and Beijing on China trade

The Hungarian leader, who won a landslide election last Sunday, does not plan a major policy reversal on Hungary's trade relation with China. However, he has pledged to align more closely with EU rules, balancing ties with Beijing and growing pressure from Brussels.

Euronews

Donald Trump issues a 50% tariff threat to Beijing after new intelligence ‘indicates’ a secret shipment is headed for Tehran

Threat without proof. Color me surprised.

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Spain strengthens ties with China as Sánchez backs Beijing's Middle East role

The Spanish premier announced 19 bilateral agreements with China and urged Beijing to help broker Middle East peace, while avoiding comment on his wife's trial.

Euronews

Business Brief (April 14): CATL Said to Weigh $5 Billion Hong Kong Share Sale

Beijing addresses Iran-linked reports; OPEC trims oil demand forecast

Caixin Global

China Tells the US to Stay Out as Beijing Vows to Keep Sending Ships Through the Strait of Hormuz

Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun warns the US as Beijing continues its trade with Iran, defying the US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.

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Trump to Slap 50% Tariffs on China After Plot to Ship Weapons to Iran is Revealed

Donald Trump threatens steep tariffs on China after reports of arms shipments to Iran, raising fears of global conflict and economic fallout ahead of a high-stakes summit.

The Independent UK

Trump’s Strait of Hormuz blockade threatens piracy and risks outright war against China

ANALYSIS: Trump’s threats to the Strait of Hormuz will make America a pirate nation and risk conflict with China, making Beijing seem like the grown-ups, explains world affairs editor Sam Kiley

Fortune

Blazing hot IPOs, an AI agent craze, and a new word for ‘token’: Here’s what’s happening in the world of Chinese AI

China hopes to build a “token economy,” backed by open-source models and real-world AI applications—even as U.S. export controls still hold things back.

The Times of India

China mapping ocean around India to avert its own Hormuz moment in Strait of Malacca?

At the heart of this push lies a strategic concern long associated with Beijing: securing critical sea lanes, particularly through the Strait of Malacca, and reducing vulnerabilities in the event of a conflict that could threaten its energy and trade lifelines. This vulnerability has a direct bearing on India’s strategic…

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International Business Times UK

Trump Threatened to Cut Off Spain — Its PM Flew Straight to Beijing and Signed Deals With Xi Jinping

In a strategic pivot, Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez strengthens ties with China, signing cooperation agreements amid tensions with the U.S.

The Times of India

China to resume flights, ease trade curbs with Taiwan amid outreach push

China is set to resume direct flights to more Taiwanese cities. Imports of Taiwanese aquaculture products will also restart. These moves follow talks between Chinese and Taiwanese leaders. Beijing aims to establish a communication mechanism with Taiwan's Kuomintang party. Trade restrictions are being eased. Infrastructure proposals are also being advanced.

The Conversation

4 ways the war in Iran has weakened the United States in the great power game

“Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake.”

The Times of India

Is China preparing to supply weapons to Iran? US intelligence raises concerns

US intelligence suggests China is preparing to deliver new air defense systems, including MANPADS, to Iran within weeks. This comes as China claims to have supported a ceasefire, ahead of President Trump's visit to China. Beijing denies supplying weapons, stating it upholds international obligations.

The Times of India

Is China prime guarantor of Iran-US truce? How Beijing may hold the key to lasting deal

NEW DELHI: As efforts intensify to stabilise a shaky ceasefire between Iran and the United States, a new dimension has come into focus: China’s behind-the-scenes diplomacy. While Pakistan has positioned itself as the venue for talks, officials and analysts suggest Beijing’s role may ultimately prove decisive in determining whether the…

The Independent UK

China will ‘absolutely not tolerate’ independence for Taiwan, Xi tells Taiwanese opposition leader

Chinese president tells Cheng Li-wun issue of independence is ‘⁠chief culprit in undermining peace in Taiwan Strait’

The Guardian - UK

Xi tells Taiwan opposition leader people on both sides of strait are Chinese in rare meeting

Cheng Li-wun’s visit to Beijing has sparked controversy in Taiwan, with critics accusing her of being too close to China

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