9 h. ago How US actions in Venezuela and beyond could spell opportunity for China

America’s military action in Venezuela and President Donald Trump’s talk of owning Greenland are stoking concerns that the United States is dismantling the rules-based global order. But this could also be a diplomatic opening for China as it tries to portray itself, in contrast, as a more responsible and stabilising power. Analysts said while this aligned with Beijing’s push to strengthen ties with its neighbours – a strategic move as its rivalry with Washington has intensified – concrete...

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27 h. ago UH Mānoa professor named fellow in new initiative on U.S.–China relations

UH Mānoa professor named fellow in new initiative on U.S.–China relations  University of Hawaii System

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55 h. ago Recent Alum Named Schwarzman Scholar for Graduate Study in China

Recent Alum Named Schwarzman Scholar for Graduate Study in China  Duke Today

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65 h. ago China names special envoy to strengthen ties with SCO nations

China names special envoy to strengthen ties with SCO nations  TRT World

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3 d. ago Adding to 1 Cybersecurity Name, Exiting Another After China Ban

Adding to 1 Cybersecurity Name, Exiting Another After China Ban  TheStreet Pro

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4 d. ago US moves for AI dominance to outpace China with new ‘overwhelming’ military strategy

America’s top defence official declared that the US must achieve unquestioned AI “dominance” to prevent adversaries from gaining a technological edge, as he unveiled a strategy that includes integrating Elon Musk’s chatbot Grok. Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth’s announcement did not mention China by name, but it came a month after a report to the US Congress in which the Pentagon warned of Beijing’s accelerating use of AI to reach its military modernisation goals. On Monday, Hegseth said the...

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6 d. ago China's Special Envoy Zhai Jun visits Israel for bilateral talks

China's Special Envoy Zhai Jun visits Israel for bilateral talks  news.cgtn.com

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1 week ago Chinese vice premier: China, ROK should strengthen economic ties, forge prospects for win

Chinese vice premier: China, ROK should strengthen economic ties, forge prospects for win-win cooperation  news.cgtn.com

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1 week ago China, ROK should strengthen economic ties, forge prospects for win

China, ROK should strengthen economic ties, forge prospects for win-win cooperation: Chinese vice-premier  China Daily

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2 w. ago China's Special Envoy Reaffirms Unbreakable Brotherhood With Venezuela Against US Naval Blockade and Piracy

China's Special Envoy Reaffirms Unbreakable Brotherhood With Venezuela Against US Naval Blockade and Piracy  Orinoco Tribune

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2 w. ago China says maintains neutrality in international issues, namely Iran nuclear program

China says maintains neutrality in international issues, namely Iran nuclear program  Tehran Times

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2 w. ago China food delivery platform names Jay Chou as brand ambassador, supported by lookalikes

A quartet of singer Jay Chou lookalikes in China has produced a video supporting the pop idol’s new role as a delivery brand ambassador, sending social media into a frenzy of laughter. On December 18, the Chinese delivery giant Meituan unveiled Chou as its brand ambassador following their high-profile partnership with actress Liu Yifei. Known as the “King of Mandopop”, the Taiwanese singer-songwriter has amassed more than 23 million followers on mainland social media thanks to his musical...

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2 w. ago China food delivery platform names Jay Chou as brand ambassador, backed by lookalikes

China food delivery platform names Jay Chou as brand ambassador, backed by lookalikes  South China Morning Post

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3 w. ago MGM China secures right to use MGM name through 2032 concession term

MGM China secures right to use MGM name through 2032 concession term  Investing.com

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3 w. ago Denmark angered over Trump naming envoy to Greenland, summons US ambassador

The Danish foreign minister said on Monday he will summon the US ambassador, insisting that everyone – including the United States – must respect “the territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark” after US President Donald Trump announced the appointment of Louisiana’s governor as the US special envoy to Greenland. During his presidential transition and early second term, Trump repeatedly pushed for US control over Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory, and has not ruled out using...

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3 w. ago No Ukraine ceasefire breakthrough despite ‘productive and constructive’ talks

US and Ukrainian envoys issued a joint statement on Sunday that hailed “productive and constructive” talks in Miami but did not announce any apparent breakthrough in efforts to end the war with Russia. Top representatives from both Ukraine and Russia, as well as Kyiv’s European allies, have been in southern Florida over the past several days for a series of separate talks hosted by US President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff. The meetings were the latest in a weeks-long diplomatic...

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4 w. ago BeOne Medicines names R&D chief Wang Lai as president to lead global expansion

BeOne Medicines, a global drug company that originated as a research and development (R&D) firm in Beijing, promoted Wang Lai to the newly created role of president, marking a leadership expansion as the company advances its late-stage pipeline and globalisation efforts. The 48-year-old has served as the company’s global head of R&D since April 2021. Effective January, Wang would take the helm of an expanded portfolio, retaining his R&D responsibilities while also overseeing business development...

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last month Ukrainian Chinese Political Consultations in Beijing Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Ukrainian Chinese Political Consultations in Beijing Strengthen Bilateral Ties  Букви

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last month China sends special envoy to mediate as Thailand and Cambodia exchange fire

Beijing sent a special envoy to Thailand and Cambodia on Thursday for peace mediation efforts after the two Southeast Asian neighbours engaged in another major exchange of fire. “As a close neighbour and friend of Cambodia and Thailand, China closely follows the ongoing border conflict between the two countries and has shuttled between the two sides to promote peace,” China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced in a statement on Wednesday. “Through its own way, China has been working actively...

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last month Cambodia and Thailand tell China’s Wang Yi they’re willing to cease fire

Cambodia and Thailand have expressed willingness to de-escalate and cease fire following recent border clashes, according to China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn, also the country’s deputy prime minister, and Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow made the comments in separate phone conversations with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday, according to the ministry. The Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers briefed Wang about the latest...

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