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The perils and promise of the emerging multipolar world

The World Bank’s release on May 30 of its latest estimates of national output (up to the year 2022) offers an occasion to reflect on the...

Prospects of peaceful reunification with Taiwan have ‘eroded’ – Beijing

China’s defense chief has warned that Taipei is being dragged into a “dangerous situation”. China’s efforts toward “peaceful reunification” with Taiwan have been consistently undermined...

China achieves landmark moon landing, aiming for first dark side samples

China successfully landed its Chang'e-6 uncrewed spacecraft on the far side of the moon on Sunday, marking a significant achievement in its space exploration...

The blue roof trend in China: Is there a reason behind their proliferation?

In the wake of devastating events like the fires in Lahaina, Hawaii, a novel idea has been circulating among some communities: painting house roofs...

Alleged spy Matthew Trickett found dead in UK

Former Royal Marine Matthew Trickett was accused of surveilling Hong Kong independence activists for the Chinese government. A British ex-commando accused of spying for the...

China offloads record amount of dollar assets – data

Beijing has sold $53.3 billion in US securities, according to Treasury Department data. China sold a record number of US bonds in the first quarter...

Putin and Xi meet in Beijing

The Russian president’s two-day visit marks the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the countries. Russian President Vladimir Putin has met with Chinese counterpart Xi...

Watch: Putin lands in Beijing for talks with Xi

The first visit of the Russian leader after his inauguration highlights the importance of Moscow-Beijing relations. Russian President Vladimir Putin was welcomed with an honor...

This is the question that could ultimately destroy EU-US unity

Western Europeans broadly see China as an opportunity, but Washington sees it as a threat. This has major geopolitical consequences. Chinese President Xi Jinping is...

Xi marks 25th anniversary of NATO atrocity

The US bombed the Chinese Embassy in Belgrade on this day in 1999. President Xi Jinping of China arrived in Serbia on Tuesday for a...

China calls for ‘international investigation’ into Nord Stream attack

Those who oppose a UN-led probe of the incident could “have a hidden agenda,” Chinese diplomat Geng Shuang has said. China’s deputy envoy to the...

Germans arrested on suspicion of spying for China

Beijing has dismissed the allegations as part of a smear campaign. Three German nationals have been arrested on suspicion of spying for China, the Prosecutor...

US House speaker announces ‘new axis of evil’

Mike Johnson reverted to Republican orthodoxy as he vowed to get weapons to Ukraine as a matter of “critical” importance. In a dramatic break from...

McClay ‘reaffirms strong NZ-China trade relationship’

Trade, Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay has concluded productive discussions with ministerial counterparts in Beijing today, in support of the New Zealand-China trade...

German leader greeted in China by deputy mayor

Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes to meet with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang later this week. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz embarked on a high-profile...

Visit to ‘boost NZ’s trade and agricultural relationship with China’

Trade and Agriculture Minister Todd McClay will visit China next week, to strengthen relationships, support Kiwi exporters and promote New Zealand businesses on the...

New hacking allegations against China aren’t what they seem

Washington and London are claiming Beijing sponsored a cybercrime campaign against them three years ago. Why did they wait until now? In March, the UK,...

New Delhi and Beijing hold border talks

India and China have continued negotiations on a complete disengagement after the 2020 incident in Galwan Valley. India and China on Wednesday held a fresh...

Chinese hackers accused of cyber incident targeting Parliament

Officials have revealed that sensitive data from the country's Parliament was compromised during a cyber espionage operation attributed to China. The Government Communications Security Bureau...

India rejects ‘absurd’ Chinese claims on disputed region

Beijing earlier condemned PM Narendra Modi’s visit to Arunachal Pradesh amid tensions at the border. The region of Arunachal Pradesh will always remain part of...

‘We are at war’ – former UK spy chief

Britain needs to make “tough choices” to be able to counter the “threats” posed by Russia and China, a former head of MI6 has...

Rental scammers targeting Chinese people seeking New Zealand accommodation

Police have received several reports of a rental property rental scam involving the Chinese community. The scammers are targeting China-based people who are seeking rental...

China reacts to death of Navalny

The activist’s passing is “Russia’s internal affair,” Beijing has said. The Chinese Foreign Ministry has declined to comment on the death of Russian opposition figure...

Here’s why the result of Taiwan’s election is bad news for the US

It will become apparent in the long term that China was the real winner. In 2023, the volume of trade between the two sides of...

Luxon briefed on ‘threats to critical infrastructure’

Officials have highlighted the need to protect critical infrastructure in New Zealand in a briefing to the Minister for National Security and Intelligence, Christopher...

Russia and China unite over US bioweapons

The two countries have pledged to collaborate in confronting threats posed by the Pentagon’s “biological activities”. The Russian and Chinese governments have held an inter-agency...

Judge orders liquidation of Chinese property giant Evergrande

A liquidation order has been issued by a Hong Kong court against Chinese property giant Evergrande. The company has over $325 billion in liabilities. Judge Linda...

Nuclear power generation to hit all-time high – IEA

Most of the new capacity is expected to come from China and India. Global nuclear power generation is set to reach an all-time high in...

Huawei moves to totally abandon Android

The Chinese tech giant expects its in-house Harmony operating system to become available this year. Huawei has unveiled its new in-house-developed operating system, HarmonyOS NEXT,...

Scores buried following landslide in China

The large landslide took place in Zhaotong city in the southwestern Chinese province of Yunnan. At least 47 people have been buried. The incident occurred...

Chain-smoking marathon runner disqualified

A man who completed the race while smoking cigarettes displayed “uncivilized behaviour,” organisers have said. A 52-year-old athlete who chain-smoked his way through an entire...

Prepare for war with Russia, China, Iran and North Korea – UK defense minister

Grant Shapps wants Western nations to increase their military spending ahead of a possible conflict. British defense minister Grant Shapps has predicted a global conflict...

Chinese PM not on my level – Zelensky

The Ukrainian leader has said he wants to meet with decision-makers only. Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky claimed on Wednesday that he had not actually sought...

How a tiny tourist paradise has become a political flashpoint between India and China

The Maldives, with its new anti-New Delhi, pro-Beijing president, is set to become an inconvenient neighbour. The Maldives is an archipelago nation in the Indian...

People of Taiwan don’t want war with Beijing – so why did they elect a pro-independence ‘president’?

The outcome is certainly a boon for the US, allowing it to continue its campaign of pressure on China. In the heart of the Asia-Pacific,...

Beijing reacts to Taiwan presidential election result

Beijing has repeatedly branded Lai Ching-te a separatist and had warned voters against supporting him. A long-time vocal advocate of independence, Taiwan’s vice president Lai...

Xi sends warning over Taiwan

The Chinese leader vowed “complete reunification” ahead of elections on the island. Beijing will use “any means” to prevent the separation of Taiwan, Chinese President...

This Asian nation is key for the US-China power struggle

Vietnam has found itself in the position of kingmaker, being crucial for the plans of both Beijing and Washington for Asia. Chinese leader Xi Jinping...

MBIE strengthens ties with leading Chinese science agencies

MBIE officials met with two major Chinese science agencies in Wellington recently, recognising a continued commitment to collaborative research and innovation between New Zealand...

Italy confirms exit from China’s Belt and Road

Beijing’s investment initiative has failed to benefit Rome, according to Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani. The Italian government has formally announced its decision to exit China’s...

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