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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 Times of India

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 Independent 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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Iran War Update: Beijing Sidesteps Credit As Trump Hails China Role In Hormuz Peace Deal

Beijing has praised the Iran war ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz but pointedly declined to confirm Donald Trump's claim that China helped broker the deal.

International Business Times UK

'Never added fuel to fire': China rejects claims of military support to Iran during US-Israeli conflict

China has denied reports of supplying satellite imagery and chip manufacturing equipment to Iran. Beijing stated it has made its own efforts to push for a ceasefire in the region. This comes after Iran and the US agreed to a pause in hostilities. China maintains an objective and impartial stance…

The Times of India

What a Chinese crackdown on corruption meant for Beijing’s high-end restaurant market

Corruption crackdowns are bad for businesses that thrive on their proximity to political power centers. In fact, they can change the physical layout of an entire industry.

The Conversation

Beijing demands investigation after Chinese researcher’s death following ‘hostile questioning’ in US

Authorities say they are investigating University of Michigan researcher’s death as ‘possible act of self-harm’

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Who can claim victory if Iran ceasefire holds? An early winner is China

Beijing’s powerbrokers are credited with winning Iran over, although one analyst says they were ‘pushing an open door’

The Guardian - UK

'China made its own efforts': Beijing on US-Iran ceasefire after Trump credits it for talks

China has confirmed its "own efforts" to broker a ceasefire between the US and Iran, a move echoed by President Trump who credited Beijing with bringing Tehran to the negotiating table. Following a two-week pause in hostilities, diplomatic outreach by China, including extensive talks and a peace initiative with Pakistan,…

The Times of India

Taiwan opposition leader makes rare visit to China in 'journey for peace'

Taiwan’s opposition leader makes historic six-day trip to Beijing to “boost dialogue and promote peace” ahead of a heavily anticipated summit between US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping.

Euronews

Taiwan opposition leader’s China visit will only serve Xi propaganda, experts warn

Cheng Li-wun’s trip to Beijing, the first by a Kuomintang leader in a decade, has sparked concerns it will be used by Xi Jinping to further his ‘One China’ and reunification agenda, experts tell Arpan Rai

The Independent UK

Nuclear-powered icebreakers & submarines: How Russia, China aim to topple US-controlled global trade order

The Arctic is emerging as a critical new maritime highway, driven by Russia and China's strategic investments in infrastructure and icebreaker fleets. This development offers shorter trade routes between Asia and Europe, challenging traditional chokepoints and reshaping global power dynamics as the US plays catch-up.

The Times of India

Tech Brief (April 2): Beijing Calls On Cities to Join Global Industrial Cooperation Network

Multiple Apollo Go robotaxis stall in Wuhan due to system failure, AR glasses maker Xreal files for Hong Kong IPO

Caixin Global

Pakistan and China propose five-part peace plan for Middle East

Foreign ministers Ishaq Dar and Wang Yi met in Beijing as Pakistan pushes for peacemaker role

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China resumes flights to North Korea after a six-year pause

Air China resumed direct flights to North Korea on Monday after a six-year pause. Following the return of rail services, the move signals a major step in reopening the isolated nation after strict pandemic-era border closures.

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Watch close-up footage of the brand new singer of extreme metal legends Arch Enemy crushing it at the band's return show in Beijing, China on Friday night

Lauren Hart looks like a perfect fit for the Swedish metal machines!

The Independent UK

China sanctions Japanese lawmaker close to PM Takaichi over Taiwan visits

Beijing freezes assets and bars entry for Keiji Furuya, escalating simmering Japan–China standoff over Taiwan

The Independent UK

China resumes direct flights to North Korea after six years

Flights and passenger trains to North Korea had been suspended since beginning of Covid-19 pandemic in 2020

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Did China start fentanyl investigations after FBI director Kash Patel’s visit?

China has stepped up cooperation with the United States in investigations into fentanyl trafficking following a recent visit by FBI Director Kash Patel to Beijing. The move comes amid growing concern in Washington over the role of precursor chemicals in the deadly opioid crisis affecting US.

The Times of India

Four US senators to tour Taiwan Donald's Trump China visit

A bipartisan group of four US senators will visit Taiwan, Japan and South Korea in the coming days ahead of President Donald Trump’s planned trip to Beijing in May, in a move aimed at reinforcing American alliances in Asia.

Reason

Trump's War in Iran Risks Ruining His Entire Foreign Policy

The president’s attempt to manage the consequences of the war is adding wrinkles to his diplomatic goals in Ukraine, China, and other countries.

The Independent UK

China stations warplanes converted into attack drones near Taiwan Strait

China’s new warplane-turned-drones could attack in ‘first hours of PLA operation’ against Taiwan, think tank says

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on China and Iran: the war poses bigger questions for Beijing than where to get its oil

Editorial: The limits of its partnership with Tehran are unsurprising. But this conflict raises broader issues for the superpower

Euronews

Not so fast: Brussels snubs Merz's suggestion for EU-China trade deal

Before the EU can even talk about a trade deal with China, Beijing must "meaningfully" address its distortive practices, Brussels said.

The Independent UK

Trump confirms May visit to China after Iran war forces delay to landmark trip

US president says he’s visiting Beijing on 14-15 May

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