97 m. ago Legco patriots’ budget criticism a warning that must be heard

If even patriotic lawmakers are saying that the people see only a self-serving government, then Hong Kong’s leaders have a big problem.

Events

5 h. ago Beijing adviser Yan Anlin on why a timetable for Taiwan reunification has disadvantages

‘We are in a preparatory phase’, noted Taiwan studies expert and former aide to lead negotiator in historic 1993 cross-strait talks says.

Politics

5 h. ago Asian elephant calf is born at Zurich Zoo – and his name will start with the letter Z

Swiss zoo breeds the critically endangered elephants as part of conservation efforts under the European Endangered Species Programme.

Politics

6 h. ago Israel opposition leader fears violence over move to sack Shin Bet chief Ronen Bar

‘If we don’t stop this, there will be a political murder here Jews will kill Jews,’ Yair Lapid said.

Politics

9 h. ago Burgum rues ‘war on mining’ ahead of tariff negotiations with China

Burgum rues ‘war on mining’ ahead of tariff negotiations with China  Politico

Events

18 h. ago ‘Diplomatic domino effect’: will France’s push for Palestinian statehood isolate the US?

France’s president is seizing a global leadership vacuum left by Washington to champion a two-state solution. The effects could be profound.

Politics

19 h. ago Chinese scholars suggest peaceful path with Philippines in South China Sea dispute

Experts emphasise compromise and reject ‘megaphone diplomacy’ to avoid conflicts in the disputed waterway.

Politics

22 h. ago French minister warns Trump: firing Powell risks destabilising US economy

The US president has clashed with the Federal Reserve chair over interest rates, threatening ‘termination couldn’t come quickly enough’.

Events

23 h. ago Island infiltrators: Taiwan spy scandals expose frailty of political and military defences

As government aides are investigated, there is alarm over Beijing’s intensifying efforts to undermine Taiwanese authorities from within.

Events

24 h. ago Indian building collapse kills at least 11, highlighting safety concerns

While the cause is still uncertain, a minister has blamed the municipal government, run by a rival party, for building illegal structures.

Events

26 h. ago Former Chongqing political official facing corruption investigation

Sun Zhengcai, the former secretary of Chongqing Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, has been placed under investigation on suspicion of accepting bribes, according to the Supreme People's Procuratorate on Monday.

Politics

27 h. ago Will US tariffs sink Australia’s Aukus submarine delivery goals?

About one-third of the steel and aluminium used in US naval vessels, including the Aukus submarines, have been hit by Donald Trump’s tariffs.

Politics

31 h. ago Trump and Xi are locked in a standoff over direct trade negotiations

Trump and Xi are locked in a standoff over direct trade negotiations  Politico

Politics

38 h. ago China vows to hit back at US’ new ‘discriminatory’ port fees

Ministry of Commerce says the fresh levies on Chinese vessels will undermine the global supply chain.

Events

42 h. ago Iran, US ‘make progress’ towards a nuclear deal: Iran foreign minister

At their second indirect meeting this week, Iranian and US diplomats agreed to experts drawing up a framework for a potential nuclear deal.

Events

47 h. ago China’s museums get new mission: promote ethnic unity, counter ‘wrong historical views’

Ethnic policy chief Pan Yue tells training session that exhibits should emphasise unity over ethnic division between Han and minorities.

Events

51 h. ago From Bandung to Brics: Indonesia’s evolving quest for Global South autonomy

Seven decades after hosting a summit that birthed the Non-Aligned Movement, Indonesia prioritises pragmatic ties over grand gestures.

Politics

53 h. ago A world on edge is headed for a geopolitical reckoning – in May

Lasting changes could arise from the Trump vs Xi diplomatic chess, EU’s emerging strategy and political flux in Seoul, Taiwan and Southeast Asia.

Politics

55 h. ago Video | Washington Vs Beijing: China Curbs Critical Minerals Exports

Video | Washington Vs Beijing: China Curbs Critical Minerals Exports  NDTV

Culture

58 h. ago Hong Kong slams Washington over port fees for Chinese vessels docking in US

Government condemns ‘bullying acts’ after Trump’s administration announces fees on vessels owned, operated or constructed by Chinese companies.

Politics