28 m. ago China reveals tech ‘breakthrough’ behind Pakistan’s hypersonic strike on India

Chinese missiles were used by Pakistan to destroy an Indian air defence system last week in what is believed to be their first combat use.

Events

30 m. ago Trump’s Mideast visit clears path for advanced AI chip deals led by Nvidia

The deals are taking shape, while Trump visits the Middle East to forge deeper ties that put US technology initiatives at centre stage.

Politics

56 m. ago Indonesia’s costly bet on French Rafale jets under scrutiny after India

US$8.1 billion deal for 42 Rafale jets triggers alarm, but Pakistan’s claims may offer grounds for ‘evaluation’ of their use in Indonesia’s defence strategy.

Politics

10 h. ago China to present new peacekeeping commitments to UN, defence chief says

China to present new peacekeeping commitments to UN, defence chief says  Reuters

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12 h. ago Canada’s Mark Carney forms new cabinet to reshape ties with US

The PM says his government will relentlessly protect the nation’s sovereignty amid annexation threats from Trump.

Politics

19 h. ago As Lula visits Beijing, the Brazilian gov’t announces Chinese investment worth US$ 4,76 bi

As Lula visits Beijing, the Brazilian gov’t announces Chinese investment worth US$ 4,76 bi  Brasil de Fato

Economics

21 h. ago Apple’s iPhone prices slashed by up to a third in China amid competition with Huawei, Xiaomi

Although Apple did not officially announce price cuts, iPhone discounts are widely available among distributors.

Politics

23 h. ago India seeks deeper defence ties with Japan amid push for strategic self

Japan can play a critical role in helping India respond to security threats, as New Delhi looks to broaden weapons procurement, analysts note.

Politics

25 h. ago Trump signs historic US$142 billion weapons deal with Saudi Arabia during Gulf trip

The White House described the deal as the “largest defence sales agreement in history”.

Economics

26 h. ago As easy as ABC? How Pakistan unified radars, jets and warning aircraft against India

Chinese defence industry report says intelligent systems and not firepower superiority are now the deciding factors.

Events

36 h. ago Trump tariffs seen lowering Chinese firms’ US investment plans

Findings based on survey of Chinese firms in US shortly before ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs were announced.

Economics

43 h. ago India’s Modi demands Pakistan dismantle terror ‘infrastructure’ for peace after Kashmir clashes

The comments were the first by the Indian PM on the military clashes with Pakistan since last week’s deadly fighting between the nuclear-armed neighbours.

Events

43 h. ago India’s Modi warns Pakistan of more strikes if there is a ‘terrorist attack’

In first comments on clashes with Pakistan since last week’s deadly fighting, Modi said India would not be deterred by ‘nuclear blackmail’.

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43 h. ago India’s Modi sets terms for peace with Pakistan: ‘terror and talks cannot go together’

In his first remarks since last week’s deadly clashes, PM Narendra Modi warned that a terrorist attack on India would prompt further strikes.

Events

46 h. ago US stock futures rise after US announces trade deal with China. Dow surges 1,000 points

US stock futures rise after US announces trade deal with China. Dow surges 1,000 points  USA Today

Politics

50 h. ago US, China announce reduced tariffs for 90 days after trade talks

US, China announce reduced tariffs for 90 days after trade talks  Fox Business

Politics

50 h. ago U.S. and China to ease tariffs significantly for 90 days, White House announces

U.S. and China to ease tariffs significantly for 90 days, White House announces  CBS News

Events

50 h. ago US and China agree to drastically roll back tariffs in major trade breakthrough

US and China agree to drastically roll back tariffs in major trade breakthrough  CNNWhite House announces U.S.-China trade deal, offers few details  CNBCUS and China reach deal to slash tariffs, officials say  ReutersU.S. and China Hail Progress, but Does That Mean There’s a Trade Deal?  The New York TimesUS-China agree on trade consultation platform amid sky-high tariffs  PoliticoUS and China announce deal to cut reciprocal tariffs for 90 days  ABC NewsUS and China Tout Progress in Trade Talks, Offer Few Details  Bloomberg.comTrump officials say trade deal reached with China but details remain unclear  USA TodayNo breakthroughs on 2nd day of U.S.-China tariff talks, but Trump touts ‘great progress’  PBS

Politics

53 h. ago US and China set to announce progress made during marathon trade talks

US and China set to announce progress made during marathon trade talks  CNN

Sport

63 h. ago Trump to accept luxury jet from Qatar for possible use as Air Force One: reports

Gift of a Boeing 747-8 jumbo jet is expected to be announced this week when US president visits Qatar as part of a Middle East trip.

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