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POLITICSAug 4What role does China play in resolving the Ukraine Crisis ?-- Beijing ReviewThis article from Beijing Review examines China's role in efforts to resolve the Ukraine Crisis. It explores the diplomatic contributions and influence of China in the ongoing conflict.bjreview.com · China
POLITICSAug 4US weighs closure of five consulates in Canada , Japan , Indonesia , Cameroon and Grenada in diplomatic downsizing , sources saySources indicate that the United States is considering closing five consulates across various countries as part of a diplomatic downsizing effort.shanghaisun.com · China
POLITICSAug 3US State Department to close consulates in Canada, Japan and Indonesia, sources sayThe US State Department has notified Congress that it plans to close five foreign missions in a rare downsizing of America’s global diplomatic footprint, according to people familiar with the notice. In the notice sent to some congressional committees late last week, the State Department said it ‌planned to close its posts in St George’s, Grenada; Nagoya, Japan; Medan, Indonesia; Douala, Cameroon; and Winnipeg, Canada. The people familiar with the notice spoke on condition of anonymity because...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 3Interview : Cardinal Kikuchi sharply critical of Japanese rearmamentCardinal Kikuchi has expressed sharp criticism regarding Japan's rearmament efforts. This statement reflects a significant stance from a religious leader on national defense policy.cruxnow.com · United States
POLITICSAug 3Analysis: Federal Reserve may be pulled into Bessent’s effort to support Japan’s yenTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent wants to defend the yen without selling Treasurys into a sensitive U.S. bond market. The Federal Reserve could help.CNBC
POLITICSAug 3Crispin Hull | US - China military build - up echoes 1914 conflict | The North West StarCrispin Hull's analysis suggests that the military build-up between the US and China draws parallels with the 1914 conflict. This highlights concerns about escalating international tensions and the potential for major global conflict.northweststar.com.au · Australia
POLITICSAug 3Keiko Fujimori Prioritizes U . S . as Key Strategic Partner , Strains Peru Relationship with ChinaA political figure in Peru is emphasizing the United States as a primary strategic partner, which is creating tension in Peru's relationship with China. This indicates a potential shift in international alliances.elciudadano.com
POLITICSAug 3US companies cut reliance on China for critical minerals in weaponsUS companies are reducing their dependence on China for critical minerals used in weapon production. This strategic move aims to diversify supply chains for national security.denverpost.com · United States
POLITICSAug 3Chinese Ambassador reaffirms Beijing support for Palestine , pledges continued humanitarian , development assistanceThe Chinese Ambassador reaffirmed Beijing's support for Palestine, pledging ongoing humanitarian and development assistance. This statement outlines China's foreign policy and aid commitments.english.wafa.ps · Israel
POLITICSAug 3Breaking the Ice in Northeast Asia : President Lee Brazen Bet on the Arctic - 38 North : Informed Analysis of North KoreaPresident Lee is making a bold move concerning the Arctic, aiming to 'break the ice' in Northeast Asia. This analysis from 38 North explores a significant geopolitical strategy involving North Korea.38north.org · North Korea
POLITICSAug 3Tibetans and Japanese Observe Unite for Tibet and Global Day of Action to Honour Martyr Lobga Rangzen in Tokyo – Central Tibetan AdministrationTibetans and Japanese groups observed a Global Day of Action in Tokyo to honor a martyr and unite for Tibet. This event signifies ongoing political and human rights activism.tibet.net · China
POLITICSAug 3A military base, a displaced people and Trump’s China fears: Burnham’s Chagos testBertrice Pompe was born in Diego Garcia, situated in the Indian Ocean halfway between Tanzania and Indonesia, in 1971, making her one of the last Chagossians to enter the world on an island that her family would soon be forced to leave. “Some families, like brothers, sisters, were separated,” she said. “Some went to the Seychelles, some to Mauritius … close family, brothers, sister, mother, father, separated … and they never saw each other again.” Before Mauritian independence in 1968, the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 3China’s political and scientific elite head to Beidaihe for summer retreat seasonBeijing has signalled the start of the summer break for China’s political elite with the announcement of retreats at the seaside resort of Beidaihe. State news agency Xinhua reported on Monday that Cai Qi, the man often referred to as President Xi Jinping’s “chief of staff”, “extended sincere greetings” to various academics and scientists invited to the resort about 300km (186 miles) east of Beijing. The report did not name those invited but did say they included specialists working at the...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 3Trump election claims debunked, US critical minerals fears: 7 US-China relations readsWe have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering US-China relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Liberation Day 2.0? US slaps fresh wave of tariffs on China, 50-plus economies On June 24, the United States imposed a fresh wave of tariffs against 60 economies, including China, Japan, South Korea, India and European Union member states, hours before a temporary 10 per cent blanket levy...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 3Will Philippines’ push for seabed rights derail South China Sea code talks?The Philippines’ latest push for seabed rights in the South China Sea could complicate its efforts as this year’s Asean chair to build regional consensus, analysts say, adding another layer of complexity to already slow-moving talks on a code of conduct for the disputed waterway. On July 28, Manila delivered an official presentation of its partial submission on its extended continental shelf in waters the Philippines considered its territory to the UN Commission on the Limits of the Continental...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 3Iran war could still alter Beijing’s policy calculus: economistWith the US-Israel war on Iran entering its sixth month, Chinese policymakers have a multitude of questions weighing on their minds, with two proving particularly thorny according to a prominent economist: how much longer the conflict might last, and whether it will necessitate adjustments to previous plans. While the continuing impact on China might remain “small”, said Mao Zhenhua – co-director of Renmin University’s Institute of Economic Research and a professor at the University of Hong...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 3Could Silicon Valley’s lobbying create ‘mutual suspicion’ between US and China?The US tech industry’s increasingly hawkish attitude towards China has caused alarm among some observers who warn it could cause greater mistrust between the two countries. Silicon Valley has become much more politicised in recent years, with leading figures such as Elon Musk donating vast sums to political campaigns, including Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential bid. The US government has placed technological competition at the centre of its rivalry with Beijing. Meanwhile, tech lobbyists are...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 3Russia: Bridge-building with North KoreaIn the far east, well away from world events, Russia and North Korea are building their first road connection. The project has set alarm bells ringing in Ukraine.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 3How to Stop China from Freeriding on American AIThe release of the Chinese open-weight AI model Kimi K3 has compressed a year’s worth of unresolved AI policy debate into a single news cycle. On July 21, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent threatened sanctions against Chinese labs found to have built their models on “theft,” reporting that the government is “finding watermarks of our U.S. large language models on many of the Chinese models.” The following day, White House science advisor Michael Kratsios clarified that the Chinese AI lab behind K3, Moonshot AI, had built a sophisticated platform to copy Anthropic&#War on the Rocks
POLITICSAug 3South Korea ditches denuclearization - first strategy . What will Pyongyang do next ? kuaf.com · United States
POLITICSAug 3South Korea ditches 'denuclearization-first' strategy. What will Pyongyang do next?South Korea is moving away from its policy of prioritizing the immediate denuclearization of North Korea. But despite that shift, experts doubt Pyongyang will return to the negotiating table.NPR News
POLITICSAug 3Saint - Tropez ? No thanks . China top leaders will be vacationing in this humble seaside townChina's top leaders are opting for a humble seaside town for their vacations instead of luxury destinations like Saint-Tropez. This provides insight into the perceived preferences or public image management of high-ranking officials.kesq.com · United States
POLITICSAug 3Trump blows hot and cold - whether it about a stupid war , or North KoreaThe article discusses Donald Trump's fluctuating stances on various international issues, including war and North Korea. This highlights the perceived inconsistency in his political rhetoric and foreign policy approach.citizen.co.za · South Africa
POLITICSAug 3How likely is Beijing to walk the talk on boosting consumption?Chinese officials tend to report only good news and bury bad news for propaganda purposes and career advancement. That is why it came as a genuine surprise when, on July 22, Zhang Enhui, the party chief of Changchun, an industrial powerhouse known for its automobile sector and technological research, publicly broke with that tradition. He warned of “unprecedented difficulties and challenges” facing the city’s economy. The remark was apparently swiftly scrubbed from the city government’s website,...South China Morning Post
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