PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi Departs for SCO Summit, State Visits to Kyrgyzstan, Egypt
Xi Jinping departs for the 2026 SCO Summit in Bishkek and state visits to Kyrgyzstan and Egypt, his first trip to Egypt in a decade.
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International Politics & Diplomacy
Belgium Summons US Ambassador Again Over Attack on Minister
Belgian Foreign Minister Prévot summons US Ambassador Bill White after an AI-generated Instagram post mocking Health Minister Vandenbroucke.
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PoliticsInternational
Belgium Summons US Ambassador Again Over Insulting Post
Belgian Foreign Minister Prévot summons US Ambassador Bill White again after an Instagram post mocking Health Minister Vandenbroucke.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi to Attend SCO Summit, Visit Kyrgyzstan and Egypt
President Xi Jinping will attend the 2026 SCO Summit in Bishkek and visit Kyrgyzstan and Egypt, deepening ties across Central Asia and the Middle East.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China-India Talks Reach 8-Point Consensus on Border
China and India reached an 8-point consensus at the 25th Special Representatives meeting, advancing boundary talks and border management cooperation.
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Diplomacy
US-China 1.5-Track Dialogue Delegates Seek Cooperation
US and Chinese delegates at the 3rd 1.5-Track Dialogue in Beijing express optimism for enhanced cooperation across trade, AI, and exchanges.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Xi, Jordan's King Abdullah Deepen Strategic Partnership
Xi Jinping and Jordan's King Abdullah II held talks in Beijing, deepening the strategic partnership and signing cooperation documents.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China Rejects US Attacks on Tech Firms as 'Tech Bullying'
China's Foreign Ministry rejects US officials' attacks on Chinese tech firms, calling the remarks a distortion of facts and tech bullying.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China, Jordan FMs Meet as King Abdullah II Visits Beijing
Chinese FM Wang Yi met Jordan's Deputy PM Safadi in Beijing, discussing bilateral ties and the Palestinian question during King Abdullah II's state visit.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China, Jordan FMs Meet Amid Landmark State Visit
Chinese FM Wang Yi met Jordan's Deputy PM Ayman Safadi in Beijing, deepening strategic ties during King Abdullah II's landmark state visit to China.
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Diplomacy
Prabowo Meets Wang Yi as China-Indonesia Ties Deepen
Indonesian President Prabowo meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Jakarta, as both nations deepen economic, defense, and regional cooperation.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Xi Congratulates Hichilema on Zambia Re-election
Xi Jinping congratulates Hichilema on Zambia re-election, reaffirming China's commitment to deepen bilateral ties and cooperation.
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PoliticsCross-Strait Relations
Cross-Strait Relations Symposium Opens in Wuhan
The 2026 Cross-Strait Relations Symposium opened in Wuhan with 160+ experts, as Taiwanese media were notably excluded from the event.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Wang Yi's Seoul Visit Signals China-ROK Diplomatic Thaw
Chinese FM Wang Yi's first solo visit to South Korea in five years covers bilateral ties, Korean Peninsula issues, and APEC summit preparations.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Xi Congratulates Baka on Assuming Hungarian Presidency
Chinese President Xi Jinping congratulates Andras Baka on becoming Hungary's new president, reaffirming the strategic partnership.
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Politics
US Declares Scholar Min Zin Wrongfully Detained in China
The State Department has formally designated Myanmar scholar Min Zin as wrongfully detained in China, escalating pressure ahead of Xi's White House visit.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Xi, Ecuador's Noboa Agree to Deepen Strategic Partnership
Xi Jinping and Ecuador's Noboa held talks in Beijing, agreeing to deepen the comprehensive strategic partnership across multiple sectors.
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DiplomacyAsia
Xi Sends Condolences to Indonesia Over Deadly Flores Quake
Xi Jinping sent condolences to Indonesia after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake killed 68 on Flores Island, offering China's support.
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DiplomacyEconomy
Ecuador's Noboa Arrives in Beijing for State Visit to China
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa arrives in Beijing for an 8-day state visit to China, seeking to resolve shrimp trade disputes and deepen economic ties.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China Condemns Japanese Officials' Yasukuni Shrine Visits
China's Foreign Ministry strongly condemns Japanese officials' visits to Yasukuni Shrine on WWII surrender anniversary, lodging serious protests.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Ecuador's Noboa to Make First State Visit to China
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa makes first state visit to China Aug 16-23, marking 10th anniversary of the strategic partnership.
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InternationalPolitics
China's 'Three Musts' at UN Security Council on Palestine
China's UN envoy Fu Cong proposes 'Three Musts' framework at emergency Security Council session, urging de-escalation and the two-state solution.
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DiplomacyWorld
China Urges Global Action to Curb Israel-Palestine Violence
China's UN envoy Fu Cong urges the international community to curb Israel-Palestine violence and implement the two-state solution.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
US to Close 5 Consulates in Africa, Asia, Americas
Trump administration plans to close five smaller US diplomatic missions in Grenada, Japan, Indonesia, Canada, and Cameroon.
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International PoliticsEconomy
US, Iran Signal Possible Talks as Oil Prices Drop Sharply
Trump announces US-Iran negotiations as oil prices fall sharply, while Iran discusses new Strait of Hormuz shipping routes with Oman.
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PoliticsInternational
Venezuela, Dominican Republic Restore Diplomatic Ties
Venezuela and the Dominican Republic agreed to gradually restore diplomatic relations, marking a key step in Venezuela's regional reintegration.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Trump Envoy Returns to Beijing to Finalize Xi Summit Agenda
US envoy Steve Daines will return to Beijing to help finalize the agenda for Xi Jinping's September summit with Donald Trump in Washington.
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Diplomacy
EU's Kallas Expected to Visit Beijing This Autumn
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is expected to visit Beijing this autumn for talks with Wang Yi amid deepest strains in EU-China relations in years.
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DiplomacyEconomy
China Raises Trade Concerns in US Call as Summit Nears
He Lifeng voiced 'serious concern' over US trade restrictions in a call with Bessent and Greer ahead of the September Xi-Trump summit.
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PoliticsInternational Relations
Japan SDF Officer Indicted Over China Embassy Break-In
Tokyo prosecutors indicted a Japanese SDF officer for breaking into the Chinese Embassy with a knife, adding intimidation charges in a deepening crisis.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi, Slovak President Pellegrini Pledge Deeper Strategic Ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping met Slovak President Pellegrini in Beijing, deepening ties as Slovakia bridges China and the EU.
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DiplomacySecurity
Japan Indicts Officer for Armed Chinese Embassy Break-in
Japanese military officer indicted for armed break-in at Chinese embassy in Tokyo. Faces charges of trespassing, weapons violation, and intimidation.
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Foreign PolicyPolitics
US Envoys Walk Out on France at UN Over Rights Criticism
US diplomats walked out on France at a UN meeting over human rights criticism, deepening transatlantic tensions between the two NATO allies.
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DiplomacyAsia Pacific
Marcos Seeks Reset in China Ties After South China Sea Clash
Philippine President Marcos met Chinese Ambassador Jing Quan after a violent South China Sea clash, calling for a 'reset' of bilateral relations.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Slovak President Pellegrini to Make State Visit to China
Slovak President Peter Pellegrini visits China July 27-29 at Xi Jinping's invitation, seeking to deepen bilateral ties and expand economic cooperation.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Thai PM Thanks China for Mediating Cambodia Border Dispute
Thai PM Anutin thanked China for mediating the Cambodia border dispute as ties deepen with a new 2+2 security dialogue and 15 new agreements.
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PoliticsEurope
Antwerp Rabbi Files Bribery Complaint Against Trump Ring
An Antwerp rabbi filed a complaint against Trump, alleging a diamond ring gift was 'outright bribery' tied to a circumcision probe.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Wang Yi and Rubio Seek to Advance US-China Talks in Manila
Wang Yi and Marco Rubio met in Manila to advance US-China dialogue and discuss Xi Jinping's potential September visit to Washington.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China-ASEAN Meeting: Wang Yi Holds High-Stakes Talks
Chinese FM Wang Yi meets Philippine and US diplomats at ASEAN summit in Manila amid South China Sea tensions and regional energy concerns.
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InternationalPolitics
EU OKs 21st Russia Sanctions Package; Lavrov Meets Rubio
The EU approves its 21st sanctions package against Russia, freezing the oil price cap at $44.10, as Lavrov and Rubio hold 37-minute talks in Manila.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Wang Yi Meets ASEAN Chief as Ayungin Clash Strains Ties
Chinese FM Wang Yi met ASEAN chief Kao Kim Hourn in Manila, pledging cooperation amid a fresh South China Sea clash at Ayungin Shoal.
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International Politics
Rubio and China's Wang Yi Plan Xi Jinping's Washington Visit
Rubio met China's Wang Yi in Manila to plan Xi Jinping's September Washington visit, navigating trade truce and South China Sea tensions.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
US Lets Hong Kong Emergency Expire, Trade Curbs Remain
The US let the Hong Kong national emergency expire, lifting some sanctions, but Executive Order 13936 remains, keeping trade restrictions in place.
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Diplomacy & PoliticsEurope
Czech Speaker Okamura to Visit China in Diplomatic Thaw
Czech Chamber Speaker Tomio Okamura will lead a delegation to China from July 20-24, signaling a diplomatic thaw under Prague's new pragmatic government.
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International PoliticsDiplomacy
Trump's Envoy at Sea: Yacht Diplomacy Amid Italy Crisis
Billionaire US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta tours Italy on his $450M superyacht as Trump and PM Meloni trade insults, sparking protests.
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PoliticsAsia
Thai PM Anutin to Make Official Visit to China
Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul visits China July 16-20 at Premier Li Qiang's invitation to strengthen bilateral ties and economic cooperation.
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PoliticsAsia
China's Top Political Advisor to Visit North Korea
China's fourth-ranking official Wang Huning will visit North Korea July 15-17, the latest in a series of high-level exchanges between the allies.
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PoliticsInternational Relations
China's H1 2026 Diplomacy: A Global Diplomatic Hub Emerges
A review of China's head-of-state diplomacy in H1 2026, featuring visits from all four UN Security Council permanent members and dozens of world leaders.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
China-North Korea Talks Mark Treaty Anniversary Milestone
Chinese Premier Li Qiang held talks with North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song in Beijing, marking the 65th anniversary of the Sino-DPRK friendship treaty.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi and Kim Exchange Greetings on 65th Anniversary of Treaty
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un exchanged messages reaffirming their strategic partnership on the 65th anniversary of their mutual defense treaty.
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Immigration & Law EnforcementPolitics
ICE Fatal Shooting in Houston Strains US-Mexico Ties
A 52-year-old Mexican national was fatally shot by ICE agents in Houston, prompting Mexico to vow legal action and reigniting debate over enforcement.
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DiplomacyPolitics
North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song Arrives in Beijing
North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song arrives in Beijing for a three-day official visit, marking the latest high-level engagement between China and the DPRK.
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DiplomacyChina
Laos Joins SCO as Dialogue Partner in Beijing Ceremony
Laos was granted Shanghai Cooperation Organization dialogue partner status at a signing ceremony in Beijing, expanding SCO reach into Southeast Asia.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Moldova Deputy PM Highlights Potential for China Cooperation
Moldovan Deputy PM Mihai Popșoi highlights vast opportunities for bilateral cooperation with China in trade, infrastructure, energy, and culture.
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International RelationsPolitics
US and Iran Must Negotiate Again, Middle East Expert Says
Middle East expert Leo Kwarten argues the US and Iran must return to negotiations despite the collapse of their ceasefire and renewed military strikes.
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PoliticsEconomy
Wang Yi Concludes Nordic Tour with Trade and Green Deals
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi concluded a six-day Nordic visit, securing agreements on trade, green transition, and AI governance.
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DiplomacyForeign Aid
China Sends Emergency Humanitarian Aid to Venezuela
China delivers over 80 tons of emergency aid to Venezuela after devastating earthquakes, reinforcing the all-weather strategic partnership.
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Diplomacy & Foreign Affairs
Wang Yi Meets Norwegian FM as China-Norway Ties Deepen
Chinese FM Wang Yi met Norwegian FM Espen Barth Eide in Oslo for talks on trade, green cooperation, and the Ukraine crisis during his rare Nordic tour.
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PoliticsEurope
Belgium Moves to Recognize Palestine After Hamas Exit
Belgian Foreign Minister Prévot prepares Palestine recognition after Hamas dissolves its Gaza government, fulfilling a key condition set in 2025.
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DiplomacyInternational Relations
Finnish President Stubb Meets Chinese FM Wang Yi in Turku
Finnish President Alexander Stubb met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Turku for talks on bilateral ties, EU-China cooperation, and global security.
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Diplomacy & International RelationsPolitics
Namibian President Begins State Visit to China
Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrives in China for a state visit, aiming to deepen trade, investment, and infrastructure ties.
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International Politics
Trump Offers to Broker Ukraine Peace in 90-Minute Putin Call
Trump and Putin held a 90-minute phone call on July 4, with Trump offering to help end the Ukraine war. Zelenskyy also spoke with Trump.
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PoliticsWorld
Pastor Freed From Chinese Prison Weeks After Trump Request
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, detained since October 2025, has been freed from Chinese prison after President Trump raised his case with Xi Jinping.
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Diplomacy & Foreign Relations
Chinese FM Wang Yi Meets Danish King in Copenhagen
Chinese FM Wang Yi met King Frederik X in Copenhagen, discussing bilateral ties and cooperation on green economy and AI during his Nordic tour.
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Diplomacy & Foreign RelationsPolitics
China Slams US 'Malicious' Pressure on Distant-Water Fishing
China's Foreign Ministry denounces US NOAA report labeling Chinese fishing as 'illegal,' calling it political manipulation aimed at Beijing's fleet.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Wang Yi and Rubio Hold Third Phone Call, Urge Taiwan Caution
Wang Yi and Marco Rubio held their third phone call, discussing implementation of the Xi-Trump summit consensus and urging caution on Taiwan.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Saudi Foreign Minister to Visit China for Diplomatic Talks
Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud will visit China for talks with Wang Yi, deepening ties amid shifting Middle East geopolitics.
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International RelationsPolitics
Putin Proposes Mutual Halt to Deep Strikes in Ukraine War
Russian President Putin proposes mutual cessation of deep territorial strikes between Russia and Ukraine, expressing skepticism about Ukraine's offer.
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Domestic AffairsPolitics
Bill White Hosts Grand 250th America Celebration in Brussels
US Ambassador Bill White threw a $5M party in Brussels' Jubelpark for America's 250th anniversary, with Trump video, top Belgian officials, and protests.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
China's Neighborhood Diplomacy Intensifies Across Asia
Xi Jinping leads a diplomatic blitz with neighboring countries from North Korea to Bangladesh, signaling China's push for regional influence.
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International RelationsCulture
US Ambassador Hosts 5,000 in Brussels for 250th Anniversary
US Ambassador Bill White hosts 5,000 guests in Brussels for the 250th US independence anniversary, with music, fireworks, and controversy.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Xi and Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman Elevate Ties to New Era
Xi Jinping and Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman announce a community with shared future, signing 13 MoUs and deepening Belt and Road ties.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
China Seeks Austria's Help to Ease EU Tensions
Chinese FM Wang Yi met Austrian counterpart Meinl-Reisinger in Beijing, seeking Austria's help to ease China-EU tensions amid trade disputes.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi Meets Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen in Beijing
Xi Jinping met Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen in Beijing, reaffirming the ironclad friendship and strategic partnership between the two nations.
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PoliticsEconomy
China Daily: Diplomacy, Energy, Tech Lead June 26 News
Xi Jinping meets Cambodian and Bangladeshi leaders; China unveils 20 trillion yuan energy plan; 6G enters system verification; AI reshapes management.
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PoliticsEconomy
China Daily: Diplomacy, Energy, Tech Lead June 26 News
Xi Jinping meets Cambodian and Bangladeshi leaders; China unveils 20 trillion yuan energy plan; 6G enters system verification; AI reshapes management.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen to Visit China for Talks
Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian People's Party and Senate, will visit China June 25-27 for talks with Xi Jinping, Li Qiang, and Zhao Leji.
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International RelationsPolitics
Wang Yi, Doval Meet as India-China Ties Continue Thaw
Wang Yi and Ajit Doval met in New Delhi, noting progress toward normalisation of India-China relations after the 2020 border crisis.
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CultureDiplomacy
Japan's Emperor Visits Namur and Leuven for Historic Ties
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako visit Namur and Leuven on a landmark state visit marking 160 years of Belgium-Japan diplomatic relations.
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Diplomacy & International Relations
China Urges Strong Humanitarian Action at UN ECOSOC Session
China urges strong humanitarian action at UN ECOSOC, proposing a four-point plan amid a global funding crisis and Western aid cuts.
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Diplomacy & International RelationsPolitics
China Backs Myanmar's Development Path in State Visit
China reaffirms support for Myanmar's development path as President Min Aung Hlaing completes a landmark state visit to Beijing.
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Diplomacy & International RelationsPolitics
China Praises South Korea for Reaffirming One-China Stance
China welcomes South Korea's reaffirmation of the One-China principle on Taiwan, while staying silent on North Korea denuclearization concerns.
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DiplomacyInternational Relations
China Welcomes U.S.-Iran Deal as 60-Day Window Opens
China welcomes the U.S.-Iran first-phase agreement, as a 60-day negotiation window opens with the Strait of Hormuz set to reopen.
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DiplomacySecurity
China Rejects Dutch Strategy, Calls 'Threat' Claims Baseless
China's embassy in the Netherlands rebukes Dutch security strategy for hyping 'China threat,' urging The Hague to abandon ideological bias.
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International PoliticsMiddle East
US and Iran Electronically Sign Landmark Peace Agreement
The US and Iran electronically signed the Islamabad Memorandum, a framework peace deal to end the 2026 Iran war, with a formal ceremony set for June 19.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi and Myanmar President Sign Cooperation Documents
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing attended a signing ceremony for cooperation documents in Beijing, deepening ties.
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PoliticsEconomy
China Daily Briefing: Diplomacy, Economy, Tech Breakthroughs
China's June 16 news roundup: Xi-Myanmar cooperation, steady economic growth, silicon-28 quantum chip breakthrough, 38 new university majors, and more.
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DiplomacyAsia
China, Mongolia Pledge Deeper Ties in Joint Communiqué
Chinese FM Wang Yi and Mongolian FM Battsetseg issue joint communiqué reaffirming sovereignty, Belt and Road cooperation, and One-China commitment.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing Begins China State Visit
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing arrives in China for a five-day state visit, focusing on bilateral cooperation, trade, and regional stability.
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International RelationsPolitics
US and Iran Reach Preliminary Deal to Open Strait of Hormuz
The US and Iran reached a preliminary agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, bringing relief after months of war but deferring nuclear issues.
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PoliticsAsia
Mongolia Reaffirms One-China Policy During Wang Yi Visit
Chinese FM Wang Yi meets Mongolian leaders in Ulaanbaatar, securing reaffirmation of the One-China principle and a $20 billion bilateral trade target.
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PoliticsAsia
Myanmar's Min Aung Hlaing to Make State Visit to China
Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing visits China June 15-19 at Xi Jinping's invitation, seeking to strengthen ties and deepen strategic cooperation.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Sergio Gor Reshapes American Diplomacy as India Envoy
A profile of Sergio Gor, Trump's ambassador to India, examining how his business-driven approach is transforming diplomatic norms.
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International RelationsPolitics
China Sanctions Philippine Defense Chief Over Sea Dispute
China imposes sanctions on Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. and his family, banning them from entering China over South China Sea remarks.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China Proposes Four-Point Plan for Middle East Peace at UN
China's UN envoy Fu Cong presents a four-point plan for Middle East peace amid the Strait of Hormuz crisis, urging political solutions and rule of law.
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Politics
Xi Jinping Visits North Korea in Landmark State Visit
Xi Jinping visits North Korea for the first time in seven years, meeting Kim Jong Un to strengthen ties and mark 65 years of friendship.
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PoliticsEurope
Israeli Flag at Antwerp City Hall Ignites Coalition Clash
The Israeli flag at Antwerp City Hall sparks political crisis as coalition partner Vooruit calls it a 'bad signal' amid the Gaza conflict.
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Diplomacy & TradeEconomy
China Rejects Zero-Sum Framing of EU Trade Relations
China's Foreign Ministry affirms EU economic ties are not a zero-sum game, pushing back against Brussels' de-risking narrative as trade tensions escalate.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi Jinping Arrives in Pyongyang for Rare State Visit
Xi Jinping arrives in Pyongyang for his first state visit to North Korea in seven years, signaling Beijing's intent to reassert influence.
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International PoliticsDiplomacy
UK Deputy PM Confronts Vance Over Immigration Comments
UK Deputy PM David Lammy told US VP JD Vance he was wrong to blame immigration for a teen's murder. The killer was British-born.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi, Laos Leader Elevate Ties to All-Weather Partnership
Xi Jinping and Lao President Thongloun held talks in Beijing, proposing four pillars for bilateral ties and elevating relations to an all-weather pact.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Xi Jinping to Visit North Korea in Rare State Visit
Xi Jinping will make a state visit to North Korea on June 8-9, his first since 2019, as regional diplomacy intensifies amid nuclear developments.
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International AffairsPolitics
Putin Chooses Escalation Over Peace, Russia Expert Warns
Russia expert Jan Balliauw analyzes Zelensky's open letter to Putin, concluding the Russian leader is choosing escalation over negotiations.
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PoliticsAsia
Lao Leader Thongloun Arrives in Beijing for Official Visit
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith arrives in Beijing for state visit, highlighting China-Laos ties during 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China, UK Pledge Deeper Ties at 11th Strategic Dialogue
Chinese FM Wang Yi and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper co-chair the 11th China-UK Strategic Dialogue in Beijing, signaling a thaw.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Wang Yi Visits Canada After Decade Hiatus, Signaling Thaw
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited Canada for the first time in a decade, marking a major step in warming relations and laying groundwork for APEC.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Rubio: US and China Have 'No Choice' but to Talk
Marco Rubio says the US and China must maintain dialogue despite 'significant irritants,' signaling a pragmatic shift after Trump's historic state visit.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
China and Brazil Deepen Strategic Ties in Beijing Dialogue
Chinese FM Wang Yi and Brazilian FM Mauro Vieira co-chair the 5th Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue in Beijing, reinforcing South-South cooperation.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Lao President Thongloun Arrives in Hangzhou for State Visit
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith arrives in Hangzhou for a five-day state visit, strengthening ties on the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations.
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International RelationsPolitics
Pickleball Diplomacy: China Envoy Revives Ping-Pong Spirit
Chinese Ambassador Xie Feng hosts Pickleball Night at the Washington embassy, evoking ping-pong diplomacy to strengthen US-China people-to-people ties.
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TradeDiplomacy
China and EU Discuss New Trade Consultation Mechanism
China proposes a trade and investment consultation mechanism with the EU as Brussels debates tougher measures against Chinese industrial overcapacity.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Carney Meets Chinese FM Wang Yi in Historic Ottawa Visit
Canadian PM Mark Carney met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Ottawa, the first such visit in a decade, signaling a major thaw in bilateral relations.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Xi and El-Sisi Mark 70 Years of China-Egypt Diplomatic Ties
Xi Jinping and Egypt's El-Sisi exchanged congratulations on 70 years of diplomatic ties, reaffirming their strategic partnership and Belt and Road.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Chinese National Dies in Philippine Jail; Beijing Protests
A Chinese citizen died in Philippine immigration detention on May 28. Beijing lodged a formal protest, demanding a full investigation.
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PoliticsEconomy
Wang Yi Says Canada Could Double Exports to China
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visits Canada for the first time in a decade, suggesting Ottawa could double exports to China as bilateral relations thaw.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
China and Egypt Mark 70 Years of Diplomatic Ties
Xi Jinping and Egypt's Sisi exchange congratulations on 70 years of diplomatic ties, reaffirming strategic partnership and Belt and Road cooperation.
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DiplomacyEconomy
10th China-South Asia Expo to Open in Kunming June 11-16
The 10th China-South Asia Expo runs June 11-16 in Kunming, featuring 60+ countries, a new Procurement Matching Center, and 800 free booths for South Asia.
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DiplomacyInternational Relations
Philippines Releases 64 Detained Chinese Citizens: Embassy
Chinese Embassy in Manila says 64 workers detained at a Philippine steel plant have been released after DOJ ruled evidence insufficient.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Lao Leader Thongloun Sisoulith to Visit China June 2-6
Lao President Thongloun Sisoulith will visit China June 2-6 at Xi Jinping's invitation, strengthening ties during the Year of China-Laos Friendship.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China Protests Philippine Detentions of Chinese Citizens
China protests after Philippine authorities detain dozens of Chinese citizens in raids over illegal work, hazardous operations, and security concerns.
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DiplomacyPolitics
China and Austria Mark 55 Years of Diplomatic Relations
China and Austria celebrate 55 years of diplomatic ties with high-level exchanges, highlighting a strategic partnership built on trade and culture.
—4 min read
DiplomacyPolitics
China and Serbia Deepen Ironclad Friendship in New York
Chinese FM Wang Yi met Serbian counterpart Marko Djuric in New York, reinforcing ties after President Vucic's landmark state visit to Beijing.
—4 min read
Immigration & DiplomacyPolitics
Trump Review Threatens Mexican Consulates, Straining Ties
The Trump administration reviews all 53 Mexican consulates in the U.S., sparking fears among immigrant communities and worsening bilateral ties.
—4 min read
International DiplomacyPolitics
Singapore Foreign Minister Visits North Korea in Rare Trip
Singapore's Vivian Balakrishnan visits North Korea for first time in 8 years, meeting Choe Son-hui in Pyongyang amid renewed US interest.
—4 min read
International AffairsPolitics
White House Rejects Iranian Claim of Unofficial Hormuz Deal
The White House calls Iranian state media's outline of an unofficial Strait of Hormuz deal a 'complete fabrication' as US-Iran talks continue.
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InternationalPolitics
Russia Warns US of Planned Strikes on Kyiv Decision Centers
Lavrov told Rubio of planned strikes on Kyiv, urging US diplomat evacuation as EU and France vow to remain in the Ukrainian capital.
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PoliticsDiplomacy
Vucic Calls China Visit Most Important of His Career
Serbian President Vucic arrives in Beijing for a state visit, calling it the most important of his career amid deepening China-Serbia ties.
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DiplomacyAsia
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Arrives in Hangzhou, China
Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif begins a four-day visit to China, marking 75 years of diplomatic ties with talks on CPEC 2.0, trade, and Iran mediation.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Serbian President Vucic Begins Landmark State Visit to China
Serbian President Vucic begins a five-day state visit to China, aiming to deepen ties with agreements on infrastructure, tech, and military cooperation.
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DiplomacyPolitics
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif Begins Official Visit to China
Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif arrives in China for a four-day official visit marking 75 years of diplomatic ties, with talks on CPEC and digital cooperation.
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DiplomacyPolitics
South Korean President Lee Denounces Anti-China Fake News
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung slammed a media report falsely claiming Chinese nationals bought 944 Gangnam apartments. China praised his stance.
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Diplomacy & International RelationsPolitics
Xi and Putin Forge Deeper Ties, Warn of 'Law of the Jungle'
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin met in Beijing, extending a friendship treaty and signing 20 agreements while criticizing US foreign policy.
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Diplomacy & International RelationsPolitics
Wang Yi to Chair UN Security Council Meeting, Visit Canada
Chinese FM Wang Yi will chair a high-level UN Security Council meeting on May 26 and visit Canada from May 28-30 in a major diplomatic push.
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DiplomacyAsia Pacific
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan Visits China
Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan visits China May 24-26 at Wang Yi's invitation, strengthening bilateral ties and regional cooperation.
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PoliticsEurope
Belgium Summons Israeli Envoy Over Flotilla Treatment
Belgian Foreign Minister Prévot summons Israeli ambassador after Ben-Gvir posts video of bound flotilla activists, sparking European outcry.
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InternationalDiplomacy
Three Belgians Arrested in Gaza Aid Flotilla Interception
Israeli forces intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, arresting at least three Belgian citizens and raising diplomatic tensions.
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