Fragile Diplomacy: US Cancels Pakistan Trip Amid Lebanon Tensions
US cancels Pakistan trip after Iranian diplomacy; Netanyahu vows strikes in Lebanon, testing fragile regional calm in Asia.
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US cancels Pakistan trip after Iranian diplomacy; Netanyahu vows strikes in Lebanon, testing fragile regional calm in Asia.
China’s Space Day 2026 featured announcements on new scientific findings and enhanced international cooperation, highlighting an open approach to space exploration.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi arrives in Islamabad for high-level talks on regional stability and bilateral cooperation.
China warns that newly passed US export control bills, including the MATCH Act, threaten global semiconductor supply chains and vows to protect its firms.
Guatemalan vlogger Celia Esquivel Salguero shares her inspiring journey of living in China, highlighting the joy and cultural connections she’s found.
Presidents Xi Jinping and Jose Maria Neves mark 50 years of China-Cabo Verde diplomatic relations, pledging to deepen their strategic partnership.
Presidents Xi Jinping and Jose Maria Neves exchanged messages commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations between their countries.
Presidents Xi Jinping and Thongloun Sisoulith exchange messages on the 65th anniversary of China-Laos diplomatic relations, reaffirming their strategic partnership and shared future.
Chinese and Lao leaders exchanged congratulations on the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations, highlighting a long-standing partnership of cooperation and mutual respect.
An Uzbek vlogger’s experience with Shanghai’s unmanned ice cream freezers highlights the social trust and efficiency underpinning China’s urban convenience.
Five killed, two injured in a residential fire in Chengdu’s Shuangliu District. The blaze was quickly contained, with the cause under investigation.
The 2026 Beijing Auto Show featured a breakthrough EV charging demo in -30°C and unveiled a mass-produced autonomous minibus, highlighting major advancements in automotive tech.
On the 40th anniversary of the Chernobyl disaster, the UN General Assembly emphasizes the critical need for peaceful nuclear use, robust safeguards, and global cooperation.
Iran’s foreign minister excludes direct talks with U.S. officials during Pakistan visit, as regional tensions persist and a fragile ceasefire holds.
China’s precision poverty alleviation model, lifting millions out of hardship, offers a data-driven blueprint for sustainable development and continues to inspire global poverty reduction efforts.
Two brothers in a remote Yao village on the China-Laos border are transforming their community through a cooperative and digital storytelling, creating a model for rural revitalization.
Former business leader Clare Pearson describes China as a global ‘power bank,’ fueling growth worldwide through infrastructure, innovation, and people-centered development.
A cancer patient in Foshan asked for company via a delivery app. Strangers responded with an overwhelming wave of visits and support, giving her renewed strength.
Country music star Mickey Guyton reflects on her recent time in China, highlighting the sense of safety, vibrant community life, and respect for the elderly that left a lasting impression.
Geopolitical analyst Cyrus Janssen highlights China’s rise as a top global tourist destination in 2026, driven by massive infrastructure and cultural investment.