11 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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19 h. ago What Trump’s visa pause means for Southeast Asia and US regional priorities

The inclusion of four Southeast Asian nations in the United States’ 75-country visa suspension has thrown up questions over Washington’s foreign policy approach, including its interest in the region. Cambodia, Myanmar, Laos and Thailand are among countries affected by the indefinite suspension, set to take effect on January 21, as the Donald Trump administration continues to roll out punitive measures to drastically restrict immigration. The list, released by the US Department of State on...

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39 h. ago China and Canada Reset Ties after Xi and Carney Meet in Beijing

China and Canada Reset Ties after Xi and Carney Meet in Beijing  Modern Tokyo Times

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43 h. ago China’s US envoy says world faces ‘stark choice’ as 2026 opens with instability

China’s top diplomat in the United States delivered a sharply worded rebuke on Thursday over US President Donald Trump’s tumultuous approach to global relations, laying out a stark choice between a world informed by China-led stability and one battered by Washington. Chinese ambassador Xie Feng’s comments to the 1,000-member China General Chamber of Commerce come two weeks into Trump’s second year of his latest term in the White House. The past fortnight has already seen the Trump administration...

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44 h. ago China opposes use of force in international relations, top diplomat says about US

China opposes use of force in international relations, top diplomat says about US-Iran tensions  Anadolu Ajansı

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48 h. ago Canada's PM Mark Carney to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing

Canada's PM Mark Carney to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing  BBCCanada's Carney hails warmer ties with China and signs energy pact  ReutersMark Carney Heads to Beijing to Discuss Canada-China Relations as U.S. Outlook Darkens  The New York Times

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48 h. ago Canada's PM Carney to meet China's Xi Jinping in key diplomatic visit

Canada's PM Carney to meet China's Xi Jinping in key diplomatic visit  Yahoo

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51 h. ago Carney set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping Friday morning in Beijing

Carney set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping Friday morning in Beijing  Toronto Star

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67 h. ago China's top diplomat calls Carney visit 'turning point' in ties

China's top diplomat calls Carney visit 'turning point' in ties  The Mountaineer

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4 d. ago Carney heads to Beijing to talk trade after years of diplomatic strain with China

Carney heads to Beijing to talk trade after years of diplomatic strain with China  Yahoo News Canada

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4 d. ago Venezuela Uncovers the Limits of China’s Security Promise in Latin America

Venezuela Uncovers the Limits of China’s Security Promise in Latin America  The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific Current Affairs Magazine

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4 d. ago Chinese Communist Party, BJP meet same day Beijing restates Shaksgam valley claim

Chinese Communist Party, BJP meet same day Beijing restates Shaksgam valley claim  Siasat.com

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4 d. ago Travelers to China from Japan's Osaka airport halve amid diplomatic spat

Travelers to China from Japan's Osaka airport halve amid diplomatic spat  Japan Wire by KYODO NEWS

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4 d. ago 'Such audacity': Cong hits out at BJP over China meet as Beijing lays claims to Shaksgam Valley | India News

'Such audacity': Cong hits out at BJP over China meet as Beijing lays claims to Shaksgam Valley | India News  Hindustan Times

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4 d. ago How a snap election in Japan could put Sanae Takaichi in a stronger position with China

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is said to be weighing up an early election, a move that could put her in a stronger position with both China and the United States if she secures a decisive win, according to observers. But a diplomatic thaw between Japan and China is not expected any time soon. Media reports in recent days have suggested that Takaichi may call a snap general election to capitalise on her high approval ratings. Citing government sources, the Yomiuri Shinbun reported on...

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4 d. ago Congress slams BJP over China meet as Beijing stakes claim on J&K's Shaksgam Valley

Congress slams BJP over China meet as Beijing stakes claim on J&K's Shaksgam Valley  India Today

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4 d. ago Japan’s Takaichi seeks unity with South Korea’s Lee as China tensions persist

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will push for closer ties with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at a summit on Tuesday, as Tokyo struggles to draw a line under its widening diplomatic dispute with China. Both sides will focus on security challenges and Takaichi is expected to avoid “divisive” issues, while Lee, who last week met Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, will try to achieve a “neutral” stance, analysts say. Lee’s two-day visit to Nara, Takaichi’s hometown, comes at a...

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5 d. ago China's Top Diplomat Skips Somalia's Visit But Beijing Reaffirms Support | Firstpost Africa

China's Top Diplomat Skips Somalia's Visit But Beijing Reaffirms Support | Firstpost Africa  Firstpost

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5 d. ago Japan’s top diplomat heads to Philippines with South China Sea top of mind

Japan’s top diplomat is heading to the Philippines this week for talks expected to focus on maritime tensions in the South China Sea and Tokyo’s strategic role in the region. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi’s stop in Manila on Thursday is part of a nine-day diplomatic tour of the Middle East and Asia that began last Saturday, with stops in Israel, the Palestinian territories, Qatar and India. His talks with Philippine Foreign Affairs Secretary Ma. Theresa Lazaro are expected to review...

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6 d. ago China voices support for Somalia after top diplomat postpones visit

China voices support for Somalia after top diplomat postpones visit  Reuters

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