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Why a ‘Spheres of Influence’ Comeback Is Destined to Fail
Professor Alexander Motyl argues that modern attempts by great powers such as the U.S., China, and Russia to establish 19th-century-style spheres of influence are destined for failure due to today's w...
Chinese arms exporters may be the big winners in any Pakistan-Saudi JF-17 talks
Potential discussions between Riyadh and Islamabad regarding a deal involving the China-Pakistan co-developed JF-17 fighter jets may significantly benefit Chinese arms exports to the Gulf region, anal...
Update on Iran
This update pertains to current developments involving Iran, including political, economic, and diplomatic activities, as well as relations with neighboring countries and world powers....
Zheng Yongnian on Trump, Venezuela and why China doesn’t want ‘a separate kitchen’
Zheng Yongnian, a prominent Chinese political scientist and government advisor, speaks about the potential reshaping of regional order in Latin America due to US policy shifts under President Donald T...
Cui Tiankai Speech at Tsinghua University: NATO Has Not Won in Asia!
In his speech at Tsinghua University, Cui Tiankai stated that NATO has not succeeded in its strategic objectives in the Asian region. He emphasized challenges faced by NATO's alliances in countries su...
Nordic officials reportedly dismiss Trump’s Greenland claims
According to Financial Times reports, Nordic diplomats assert that intelligence does not support recent US concerns about Russian and Chinese naval presence near Greenland, questioning the basis for p...
Britain in talks with Nato to counter China, Russia in the Arctic: UK transport secretary
UK Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander announced that Britain is engaged in discussions with NATO allies regarding how to enhance Arctic security against potential threats from Russia and China. These...
How a legal loophole is failing Hong Kong survivors of long-term sexual abuse
Eva Chan, a survivor of long-term sexual abuse by a family member, faced significant barriers in accessing justice and professional support in Hong Kong. Her case exemplifies systemic issues where leg...
American supercarrier ‘opens fire’ in Pacific
The USS Abraham Lincoln conducted live-fire exercises in the South China Sea as part of routine operations by its carrier strike group in the Indo-Pacific region, according to the U.S. Navy....
How the US raid in Venezuela has triggered Brazilian fury and a Chinese opening
US military operation in Venezuela resulted in Brazilian President Lula denouncing the raid as a violation of international law and a dangerous precedent for global stability. He emphasized it was an ...
How the AI race could play out for the US, China and the world
The article discusses three possible scenarios of global artificial intelligence (AI) competition between the United States and China. It highlights that while the U.S. currently holds a technological...
South Africa launches naval drills with Russia, China and Iran
Multinational naval exercises named 'Will for Peace 2026' commenced on January 10, 2026 in South African territorial waters. The Russian Embassy in South Africa confirmed the event, stating that these...
Trump: If we do not seize Greenland, Russia or China will
Former US President Donald Trump expressed concern that if the United States does not exert influence over Greenland, another country like Russia or China might take control of it....
Landspace secures launch contracts for China’s megaconstellation projects
Commercial launch startup Landspace has secured formal contracts to launch satellites for China's two main megaconstellations, aiding in addressing potential launch capacity limitations....
Uichiro Niwa, former Itochu president and envoy to China, dies at 86
Uichiro Niwa, who served as the Japanese ambassador to China from the business sector in its inaugural role since diplomatic relations were established between Japan and China in 1972, passed away at ...
EU Parliamentarian Describes NATO's Future as Extremely Uncertain
An EU parliamentarian has expressed significant concerns about the future direction and stability of NATO, highlighting the alliance's uncertain trajectory in light of current geopolitical development...
Online appeal by Chinese woman to boost granny’s funeral attendance gains 130 million views
A Chinese woman posted an online request for people to attend her grandmother's funeral, which gained significant attention and resulted in dozens of internet users turning up for the event on Decembe...
The drone age: hi-tech wizardry propels Hong Kong towards lift-off
A demonstration at Dianshan Lake showed off China's cutting-edge drone technology with the unveiling of an autonomous vessel called 'Sunship' which acts as a mobile water-based vertiport. Hundreds wit...
‘A Political Choice’ – South Africa Hosts BRICS Naval Drills With Russia, China, Iran
South Africa's hosting of the 'Will for Peace' naval exercise includes participation from Russia, China, and Iran, which has sparked internal government criticism. The event is unlikely to enhance rel...
When US Defense and Chinese Capital Invest in Canada
The article discusses the intersection of American defense interests and Chinese financial investments in Canada. It highlights strategic partnerships and economic activities where both parties have a...
The Real Reason China and Russia Won’t Try a Maduro-Style Raid
China and Russia are unlikely to carry out operations akin to a military raid conducted by Venezuela's Maduro regime due to the constraints of their own armed forces rather than adherence to internati...
Chinese firm owner in Venezuela warns of spillover after Maduro’s abduction
David Hou, a Chinese business owner who recently returned to Venezuela after eight years abroad, expresses concern over the U.S.'s alleged abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Hou describ...
China’s CATL, Nio deepen partnership to develop EV batteries with longer lifespans
CATL, China’s leading electric vehicle battery producer, has intensified its collaboration with automaker Nio to develop batteries with extended lifespans through a five-year agreement. The partnershi...
China’s developers diminish further amid unending property downturn
According to industry data, China’s leading real estate developers are continuing to decline. In 2025, the number of property developers achieving at least 100 billion yuan (USD$14 billion) in annual ...
Xi pushes Lee to make ‘correct’ choices amid China-Japan row, but Seoul unlikely to bite
Chinese President Xi Jinping has reached out to South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol regarding Japan, urging cooperation during the ongoing dispute with China. However, given the strained relations be...
If leader seizures are normalised, China may see a Taiwanese opportunity
The US apprehension of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on January 3rd might not be seen as an unusual occurrence. It could represent a precedent set by powerful nations normalizing cross-border se...
Thailand’s tilt toward China tests treaty alliance with US
Thailand has been moving closer to China over the last decade, challenging its traditional partnership with the United States and raising questions about the effectiveness of their mutual defense agre...
China’s telecoms giants bet on AR smart glasses with major investment in RayNeo
RayNeo, a Chinese smart glasses manufacturer, announced that it received funding from major state telecom operators China Unicom and China Mobile. This investment supports the launch of the world's fi...
Warning over proxy harvesting in Hong Kong amid renovation corruption crackdown
Property management professionals and legislators in Hong Kong are warning homeowners about proxy harvesting, where proxies are collected from building residents. This is a threat to safety amid effor...
Why China is still struggling to ‘invest in people’
As 2026 begins, China aims to encourage citizens to increase spending for both personal and national benefit. Historically, the Chinese government has been cautious towards relying on consumption as a...
Indonesia’s sea lanes give it overlooked leverage over China
The relationship between Indonesia and China is more nuanced than commonly perceived economic dependency suggests. China has significant reliance on Indonesian maritime routes for its trade transporta...
China Names Main Goal of US Operation Against Venezuela
Chinese analysts have identified what they perceive as the primary objective of recent US actions targeting Venezuela. According to these views, the United States aims to secure its influence and cont...
Lessons of Ukraine for Taiwan, China
The article discusses potential cooperation between Ukraine and Taiwan, focusing on how both nations can learn from each other's strategies to confront aggressive neighbors like Russia and China....
US Venezuela Op Risks Greenlighting Russia In Ukraine, China On Taiwan, Analysts Fear
Analysts warn that the recent U.S. military intervention in Venezuela, including airstrikes and the capture of President Maduro, sets a dangerous precedent for other nations. This could embolden Russi...
Donald Trump’s Venezuela Strike Summed Up in 2 Words
An article summarizes US President Donald Trump's stance on Venezuela as an effort to prevent hostile great powers from establishing a foothold in the Western Hemisphere. The approach is described usi...
America’s chip export controls are working
An analysis suggesting that former President Trump would potentially weaken the export controls on chips and chipmaking equipment put in place during Biden’s presidency was found incorrect as these co...
Why China is turning down the nationalist heat in its row with Japan
Recently, diplomatic tensions between China and Japan over territorial disputes, like those involving the Diaoyu/Senkaku islands, have not led to widespread public demonstrations or patriotic retail b...
Global Leaders React to U.S. Operation in Venezuela
In response to recent operations by the United States in Venezuela, various global leaders have expressed differing opinions. While some supported the actions taken, others denounced them as a violati...
Break the Asian Machine Age
The article discusses how two years before the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center, senior military officers from the People's Liberation Army published significant commentary, highlighting...
43 measures for Hong Kong’s CLP to improve power supply after series of failures
The Electrical and Mechanical Services Department has issued a report urging Hong Kong’s major electricity provider, CLP Power, to execute 43 measures aimed at improving power supply stability after e...
China’s diplomatic divide: red carpet for South Korea, cold shoulder for Japanese firms
A diplomatic rift between China and Japan is evident as Chinese officials welcome South Korean business leaders on President Lee Jae-myung’s state visit, while Japanese executives hesitate to travel. ...
China should intervene more decisively to shore up property market: top party journal
Qiushi, China's top party journal, advocates for immediate and comprehensive policy interventions rather than fragmented measures to stabilize the struggling property market due to its economic import...
Beijing pledges with ‘utmost sincerity’ to continue push to reunite peacefully with Taiwan
A senior Chinese official has vowed that China will pursue peaceable unification with Taiwan with the utmost sincerity and has emphasized increasing capacity to counter separatism and external interfe...
China’s box office up 22% in 2025 to US$7.4 billion, led by record-breaking Ne Zha 2
In 2025, China’s box office revenue increased by nearly 22%, with total ticket sales reaching 51.8 billion yuan (US$7.4 billion), supported by a major domestic animated film 'Ne Zha 2'. This marks the...
Seatbelts for Speeders: Why Beijing Ignores Washington’s Red Phone
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced plans with China's defense minister to set up military channels aimed at deconfliction and de-escalation between the two countries. Despite these effor...
21 held in Hong Kong over renovation bid-rigging, including HK$33 million deal
Hong Kong's anti-corruption agency arrested 21 individuals for bidding rigging on renovation projects at two housing estates in Kwun Tong. The Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) apprehen...
Chinese ‘frog prince’ glassblower has unusually protruding cheeks after 30 years of work
A glassblower named Zhang from Zhongshan, Guangdong province, China, has developed unusually protruding cheeks after three decades in the industry. His facial features have drawn significant attention...
Chinese Cargo Ship Converted To Launch Advanced Combat Drones Emerges
China has modified one of its medium cargo ships into an improvised warship capable of launching advanced combat drones. The feasibility and implications of this conversion are under scrutiny....
US sanctions Chinese companies and tankers with Venezuela links
The Trump administration imposes sanctions against four companies based in China and Hong Kong for their involvement with Venezuela’s oil industry, aiming to curb the flow of Venezuelan crude oil expo...
China’s Wang Yi takes aim at Japan in call with South Korean foreign minister
During a phone call with South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, China’s top diplomat Wang Yi accused 'certain political forces in Japan' of attempting to reverse historical facts. He used the dialogu...
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