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China denies involvement in Taiwan's undersea cable damage amid rising tensions
Taiwan’s investigation into damage to an undersea communications cable has sparked heightened tensions, with a Chinese-registered vessel emerging as a key figure in the case.
Indonesia joins BRICS despite concerns over potential Trump threats
The Centre of Economic and Law Studies (Celios) has urged the Indonesian government to remain vigilant about potential threats from US President-elect Donald Trump following Indonesia’s official membership in the BRICS economic bloc.
US to remove barriers to nuclear collaboration with India
The United States will eliminate barriers that have hindered collaboration between Indian nuclear organisations and American firms, according to US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan
Panama rejects Trump's military threats over canal control
Panama rejected suggestions of Chinese influence over its canal and dismissed threats of possible US military action on January 7, after President-elect Donald Trump refused to rule out force to regain control of the strategic waterway.
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Is China ready for Trump’s tariff threats?
Across the world, global markets are already grappling with the anticipated economic impact of Donald Trump’s promise to increase tariffs as he prepares to assume the US presidency in less than two weeks.
Chinese director jailed for documenting 'white paper' protests against COVID restrictions
A Shanghai court has sentenced Chinese director Chen Pinlin to three and a half years in prison for his documentary film on the "white paper" protests that erupted across China in late 2022.
China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway officially launched, but sidetracked at least until summer
Project moving forward under yellow signal.
Pompeo eyes continuity in US-Taiwan policy under Trump’s second term
Mike Pompeo, former US Secretary of State, has expressed confidence that the US will continue its robust stance on Taiwan under President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming administration
Over 120 dead as powerful tremor hits Tibet
At least 126 people have been confirmed dead following a powerful earthquake that struck Tibet early on January 7, according to Chinese state media.
Polar vortex brings Arctic weather to eastern US
A blast of Arctic air is chilling the eastern United States as a polar vortex moves southward. Sub-zero temperatures gripped the region with parts of the Gulf Coast and Florida at risk of freezing conditions.
Iran signals nuclear deal return path in China talks
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi signalled Tehran's readiness to resume nuclear talks, saying the country’s willingness to return to the trust-building framework that underpinned the original JCPOA agreement.
Controversial 10-GW hydropower project in Tibet greenlit by Beijing
China has given the green light to a 10-GW hydropower project on the lower Yarlung Zangbo River in Tibet - known in China as the Xizang Autonomous Region since 2023 - marking a major step in its renewable energy transition and regional development
MOSCOW BLOG: Putin 25 years in office - has he been a boon or a bane for Russia?
Putin and the Russia story is complicated. As a journalist that mainly focuses on business, as early as the end of his first year I wrote there are two Putins: the political one and the economic one. And they are very different.
BYD sales soar signalling a shift in global EV market dynamics
Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD is tightening its grip on the global EV market. In the process it is closing in on Tesla Inc as sales surged in 2024.
Russia seeks to expand its nuclear energy dominance with new international projects
Russia is constructing over 10 nuclear power units on foreign soil to help capitalise on burgeoning energy demands driven by artificial intelligence and developing markets, a senior Kremlin envoy has revealed
BRICS expands membership, adding Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand
The BRICS bloc, a coalition formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, is broadening its reach as it seeks to challenge the dominance of the US dollar and reshape global financial and economic systems.
Damage of key infrastructure on the seabed of the Baltic raises security concerns, calls for Nato involvement
Estonia’s Elisa Eesti AS and CITIC Telecom CPC reported late on December 25 outages in three submarine communication cables between Estonia and Finland, the EstLink2.
Asia’s shipbuilding renaissance: record orders and rising prices
Asia has been the centre of shipbuilding for decades thanks to its geographical and strategic location and the capital and labour-intensive nature of the industry.
Almost two-thirds of Malaysians favourable towards China
A recent survey by the Merdeka Centre in Malaysia has revealed that almost two-thirds of Malaysians view the People’s Republic of China (PRC) positively
Russia’s arms exports slump, Kremlin preparing for possible war with Nato
Russian arms exports have plummeted by 92% since 2021, according to defence policy expert Pavel Luzin, as the Kremlin redirects all its military production to supplying the conflict in Ukraine.