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Japan Works to Diversify Critical Mineral Supplies in Face of China Curbs, PM Says
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama is set to travel to Washington on Jan. 11 to discuss critical mineral supplies with her G-7 counterparts.
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US Operations in Venezuela Shatter Beijing’s Influence in Latin America: Analysts
China’s inaction following Nicolás Maduro’s capture by the United States exposes its unreliability, one expert said.
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Beijing Struggles to Distance Seoul From US-Led Security Alliance: Analysts
South Korea’s president seeks help on Pyongyang, but Beijing’s inability to act stifles its strategic ambitions, say experts.
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Trump Administration Should Apply More Pressure on Australia to Up Defence Spending: Analyst
Peter Jennings also says the Trump administration should apply more pressure on Australia to increase defence spending
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Maduro’s Arrest Exposes China’s Vulnerabilities in Oil, Sovereignty, Analysts Say
China faces mounting risks as U.S. action in Venezuela threatens Beijing’s energy strategy, overseas investments, and long-held claims of sovereign immunity.
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Beijing Urges Australians Not to See Show That Celebrates True Chinese Culture
The CCP’s latest actions continue ongoing overseas repression against Falun Gong practitioners while Australia continues to struggle with social division.
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China Bans Dual-Use Exports to Japan, Escalating Tensions Over Taiwan
The CCP has dialed up pressure on Japan after verbal threats and economic retaliations failed to compel Japanese prime minister to retract her Taiwan comments.
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South Korea’s Lee Urges Regional Peace in Summit With China’s Xi
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung made his first state visit to China since taking office last year.
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South Korea’s Lee Begins China Visit Amid Regional Tensions
Lee’s arrival in Beijing came hours before North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles.
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Maduro’s Capture Sends Message to China, Other Authoritarian States: Analysts
The Jan. 3 operation is being interpreted as a signal that Washington may move more aggressively against authoritarian leaders it deems security threats.
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Chinese Community Monument in Panama Removed Amid US–CCP Tensions
The monument was built in 2004 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the arrival of Chinese people in Panama.
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Japan Aids South American Countries to Combat China’s Illegal Fishing, Threats to Maritime Security
China has the world’s largest distant-water fishing fleet, engaging in poaching and intelligence gathering in other countries’ sovereign waters, said analysts.
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Beijing’s Drills Around Taiwan Risks War, Strengthens US Support: Analysts
Rising complacency and division leave Taiwan dangerously exposed to attack, experts warn.
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Japan Raises Concerns After China Conducts Live-Fire Drills Around Taiwan
Tokyo said the exercises escalated tensions in the Taiwan Strait as Beijing’s actions triggered diplomatic and economic fallout.
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China Faces International Backlash After War Games Encircling Taiwan
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has voiced criticism toward the Chinese Communist Party.
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Historic US Arms Deal to Revolutionize Taiwan’s Defense, Upset PLA Strategy: Analysts
This procurement allows the Taiwanese military to adopt a new mindset regarding operations and deployment,' one expert said.
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US Tightens Controls on Tech Investment in Chinese Companies, Supply Chain Security
The $901 billion NDAA includes measures aimed at protecting U.S. tech competitiveness, biosecurity, and defense supply chains.
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China Sets Steep Duties on European Dairy Products in Tit-for-Tat Response
While the new levies could be reduced in its final ruling, the decision risks heightening tensions with the 27-nation bloc.
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Half a Million People Signed This Petition—What’s It About?
A petition aims to bring an end to a human rights abuse, one signature at a time.
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UK Must Stop ‘Dragging Heels’ Over China Threat: Parliament Intelligence Committee Report
The committee found that the British government is ‘reluctant to prioritize security considerations’ when it comes to China and economic interests.
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Japan Works to Diversify Critical Mineral Supplies in Face of China Curbs, PM Says
Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama is set to travel to Washington on Jan. 11 to discuss critical mineral supplies with her G-7 counterparts.
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US Operations in Venezuela Shatter Beijing’s Influence in Latin America: Analysts
China’s inaction following Nicolás Maduro’s capture by the United States exposes its unreliability, one expert said.
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Beijing Struggles to Distance Seoul From US-Led Security Alliance: Analysts
South Korea’s president seeks help on Pyongyang, but Beijing’s inability to act stifles its strategic ambitions, say experts.
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Trump Administration Should Apply More Pressure on Australia to Up Defence Spending: Analyst
Peter Jennings also says the Trump administration should apply more pressure on Australia to increase defence spending
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Maduro’s Arrest Exposes China’s Vulnerabilities in Oil, Sovereignty, Analysts Say
China faces mounting risks as U.S. action in Venezuela threatens Beijing’s energy strategy, overseas investments, and long-held claims of sovereign immunity.
|
Beijing Urges Australians Not to See Show That Celebrates True Chinese Culture
The CCP’s latest actions continue ongoing overseas repression against Falun Gong practitioners while Australia continues to struggle with social division.
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China Bans Dual-Use Exports to Japan, Escalating Tensions Over Taiwan
The CCP has dialed up pressure on Japan after verbal threats and economic retaliations failed to compel Japanese prime minister to retract her Taiwan comments.
|
South Korea’s Lee Urges Regional Peace in Summit With China’s Xi
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung made his first state visit to China since taking office last year.
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South Korea’s Lee Begins China Visit Amid Regional Tensions
Lee’s arrival in Beijing came hours before North Korea launched multiple ballistic missiles.
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Maduro’s Capture Sends Message to China, Other Authoritarian States: Analysts
The Jan. 3 operation is being interpreted as a signal that Washington may move more aggressively against authoritarian leaders it deems security threats.
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Chinese Community Monument in Panama Removed Amid US–CCP Tensions
The monument was built in 2004 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the arrival of Chinese people in Panama.
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Japan Aids South American Countries to Combat China’s Illegal Fishing, Threats to Maritime Security
China has the world’s largest distant-water fishing fleet, engaging in poaching and intelligence gathering in other countries’ sovereign waters, said analysts.
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Beijing’s Drills Around Taiwan Risks War, Strengthens US Support: Analysts
Rising complacency and division leave Taiwan dangerously exposed to attack, experts warn.
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Japan Raises Concerns After China Conducts Live-Fire Drills Around Taiwan
Tokyo said the exercises escalated tensions in the Taiwan Strait as Beijing’s actions triggered diplomatic and economic fallout.
|
China Faces International Backlash After War Games Encircling Taiwan
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has voiced criticism toward the Chinese Communist Party.
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Historic US Arms Deal to Revolutionize Taiwan’s Defense, Upset PLA Strategy: Analysts
This procurement allows the Taiwanese military to adopt a new mindset regarding operations and deployment,' one expert said.
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US Tightens Controls on Tech Investment in Chinese Companies, Supply Chain Security
The $901 billion NDAA includes measures aimed at protecting U.S. tech competitiveness, biosecurity, and defense supply chains.
|
China Sets Steep Duties on European Dairy Products in Tit-for-Tat Response
While the new levies could be reduced in its final ruling, the decision risks heightening tensions with the 27-nation bloc.
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Half a Million People Signed This Petition—What’s It About?
A petition aims to bring an end to a human rights abuse, one signature at a time.
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UK Must Stop ‘Dragging Heels’ Over China Threat: Parliament Intelligence Committee Report
The committee found that the British government is ‘reluctant to prioritize security considerations’ when it comes to China and economic interests.
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