News & Insights Across Asia
Tensions escalate in the Red Sea as the U.S. re-designates the Houthi group as terrorists and launches air strikes, while Houthis vow to continue their actions until Gaza attacks cease.
China and African countries strengthen their economic ties, with China being Africa’s largest trading partner for 15 years and a key investor.
Nicaragua’s Foreign Minister Denis Moncada has condemned U.S. intervention and funding of destabilization campaigns, highlighting concerns over global peace and respect for national sovereignty.
The ninth Lancang-Mekong Cooperation Foreign Ministers’ Meeting concluded with a joint communique pledging deeper cooperation among China, Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, and Vietnam toward shared prosperity.
China condemns Israeli military actions in Gaza that led to over 100 civilian deaths at a school, calling for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further humanitarian catastrophe.
China’s State Councilor Shen Yiqin, as President Xi’s special representative, attended the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics, congratulating France on its success and strengthening bilateral ties.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry released a report titled “The National Endowment for Democracy: What It Is and What It Does,” offering insights into the NED’s activities and global impact.
Chinese State Councilor Shen Yiqin, as President Xi Jinping’s special representative, will attend the Paris Olympics closing ceremony and visit Serbia to bolster bilateral ties.
Niger has announced the immediate severance of its diplomatic ties with Ukraine, as declared by the military government’s spokesperson on national television.
Manuel Menendez, CEO of MCM Group Holdings, says Americans’ trust in China has plummeted. He highlights people-to-people contact as the key to overcoming the ‘trust deficit’ between the two nations.
G7 foreign ministers urged all parties in the Middle East crisis to refrain from actions that could escalate the conflict, emphasizing the need for dialogue and intensified humanitarian aid.
Liberia’s 177th Independence Day sparked a debate over its ‘special relationship’ with the U.S., prompting calls to reassess alliances and focus on partnerships that offer mutual benefits.
An exploration of NATO’s ‘rules-based international order’ and its varied impacts on countries worldwide, examining both the benefits and challenges it presents.
China has summoned a senior Japanese diplomat to express ‘serious concern and strong dissatisfaction’ over Japan’s recent comments, urging Tokyo to stop interfering in its internal affairs.
Venezuela announced the severing of diplomatic relations with Peru, citing Article 45 of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations of 1961, according to Foreign Affairs Minister Yvan Gil.
A recent networking forum in New York brought together over 300 representatives from Chinese and American companies, highlighting efforts to enhance China-U.S. trade opportunities and economic ties.
China and African countries have issued a joint action plan to enhance cooperation in the digital sector, aiming to foster modernization and bridge the digital divide through collaborative initiatives.
Global military spending has reached record levels, overshadowing essential needs like healthcare and education. It’s time to shift focus from conflict to peace and redirect resources toward building a stable future.
Chinese President Xi Jinping highlights the importance of carrying forward the Olympic spirit ahead of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, emphasizing unity and international cooperation.
At its 75th anniversary summit in Washington, NATO deliberated on its expanding role beyond the Euro-Atlantic, addressing global security challenges and the alliance’s strategic focus on the Asia-Pacific region.