China Warns Against Japan’s Rising Neo-Militarism After Overseas Missile Launch
China’s foreign ministry has condemned Japan’s first post-WWII offensive missile launch overseas, citing concerns over remilitarization and regional stability.
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Japan Unveils Upgraded FOIP Strategy During Recent Visit to Vietnam
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi introduces an evolved Free and Open Indo-Pacific strategy in Vietnam, shifting focus toward AI, data governance, and regional alliances.
Unforgotten Scars: The Enduring Legacy of Wartime Atrocities in Asia
Across Asia, survivors and families keep alive the memory of Imperial Japan’s wartime actions, seeking justice and ensuring history’s lessons are not forgotten.
China, Australia Seek Stable Partnership in High-Level Talks
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and Australian FM Penny Wong met in Beijing, discussing ways to strengthen and stabilize bilateral relations for mutual benefit.
Australia Proposes 2.25% Levy on Big Tech Over News Content
Australia warns Meta, Google, and TikTok of a 2.25% levy on local revenues if they fail to strike deals with local news outlets.
Shanghai Seminar Rejects 2016 South China Sea Arbitration Ruling
A Shanghai seminar attended by top legal experts and officials has declared the 2016 South China Sea arbitration award illegal and void, reaffirming China’s stance.
China, Thailand Strengthen Ties, Plan ‘New Golden 50 Years’
Chinese and Thai foreign ministers met in Bangkok, pledging to deepen strategic cooperation, align development plans, and work towards a ‘new golden 50 years’ for bilateral relations.
China Urges US to Cease Support for Taiwan’s Diplomatic Moves
China’s Foreign Ministry urges the United States to stop supporting Taiwan’s diplomatic efforts, calling US remarks erroneous and a distortion of facts.
Major Quake Triggers Tsunami Alert Off Japan’s Honshu Coast
A magnitude-7.4 earthquake off Honshu, Japan, prompts tsunami warnings up to 3 meters. Authorities urge immediate evacuation in coastal areas.
Sports Diplomacy Strengthens Global Ties in 2026
In 2026, sports continue bridging cultural divides and strengthening international relations across Asia through athlete exchanges and regional competitions.
Ping-Pong Diplomacy: How a 1971 Table Tennis Match Thawed US-China Relations
On the 55th anniversary of the 1971 Ping-Pong Diplomacy, we revisit how a table tennis match bridged US-China relations, shaping modern diplomacy.
China Coast Guard Conducts Patrols Near Diaoyu Dao to Uphold Sovereignty
China Coast Guard patrols Diaoyu Dao waters to uphold sovereignty, citing lawful rights protection operations amid regional tensions.
PLA Conducts South China Sea Patrols Amid Regional Tensions
PLA Southern Theater Command concludes routine South China Sea patrols, reaffirming commitment to regional stability amid Philippine-led joint exercises.
Ping-Pong Diplomacy at 55: Renewed Calls for U.S.-China Cultural Bridges
55 years after Ping-Pong Diplomacy thawed U.S.-China ties, scholars urge revitalizing cultural exchanges amid declining grassroots engagement. Analysis and new initiatives explored.
China Cites Japan’s Taiwan Remarks as Bilateral Ties Stumble
China attributes strained relations with Japan to PM Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan, urging adherence to bilateral commitments to stabilize ties.
NATO Rejects Role as US ‘7th Cavalry’ in Global Strategy
Former NATO official Jamie Shea challenges U.S. expectations of automatic military support, stressing alliance’s consultative principles amid Asia-Pacific security debates.
Artemis II Mission Charts Historic Lunar Journey
NASA’s Artemis II crew undertakes a groundbreaking 10-day lunar flyby, testing systems for future Moon landings and Mars missions.
China Warns Japan’s Missile Deployment Threatens Regional Stability
China raises alarm over Japan’s new long-range missile deployment, warning it undermines regional stability and violates post-war agreements.
New Zealand Glaciers See Temporary Slowdown in Ice Loss, Scientists Warn
New Zealand’s glaciers show temporary slowdown in ice loss, but scientists warn no reversal of long-term climate trends. 50-year survey reveals persistent challenges.
Pakistani FM Dar Visits China for Strategic Talks on Regional Stability
Pakistani Deputy PM Dar arrives in China for high-level talks with FM Wang Yi, focusing on regional stability and economic collaboration amid global tensions.