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POLITICSBREAKINGAug 19 New U . S . territory : Trump confirms plan to take control of Strait of Hormuz – World Tribune : U . S . Politics and Culture , Geostrategy , China , North Korea , Corporate Watch , Media Watchworldtribune.com · United States
POLITICSAug 19 Consensus is forming between two countries and their respective states : MEA on UP - Japan investment meet 2026The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) noted a growing consensus between two countries and their states regarding the UP-Japan investment meet scheduled for 2026. This indicates progress in international economic cooperation and diplomatic efforts.newzealandstar.com · New Zealand
POLITICSAug 18US Democrats rebuke Trump for easing sanctions on Beijing, Hong Kong officialsSeveral top US Democratic lawmakers chided US President Donald Trump on Tuesday for easing sanctions recently on Chinese and Hong Kong officials who, they said, were “complicit in Beijing’s dismantling of Hong Kong’s autonomy”. “We write to express serious concern,” the four-page letter said. “It raises serious questions about the durability of US policy towards Hong Kong that we believe warrant a direct response from the administration.” On July 14, the US allowed its designation of Hong Kong...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 18El narcotráfico y China mueven el interés de EE. UU. en ColombiaColombia puede fortalecer su cooperación de seguridad, pero sin sacrificar soberanía, control civil, derechos humanos ni contrapesos institucionales. The post El narcotráfico y China mueven el interés de EE. UU. en Colombia appeared first on La Silla Vacía.La Silla Vacía
POLITICSAug 18How China got caught in the crossfire of a US bacon fightMidwestern Americans watching television this summer may have been surprised to see China and bacon appearing together in political advertisements. “The corrupt Save Our Bacon scam in the farm bill – it’s a giveaway to Chinese corporations,” one advertisement declared over images of the Chinese flag and Chinese President Xi Jinping. “Whose side is your senator on? America or China?” Viewers might assume the advertisement was promoting yet another Republican-led effort to counter Beijing. The...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 18Japan and OAS award Haiti $3M to help troubled country prepare for long - awaited electionsJapan and the Organization of American States (OAS) have awarded Haiti $3 million to assist the country in preparing for its long-awaited elections. This aid aims to support electoral processes in a nation facing significant challenges.clickorlando.com · United States
POLITICSAug 18Japan and OAS grant Haiti $3 mil to help troubled country prepare for long-awaited electionsJapan and the Organization of American States signed a deal Tuesday to award Haiti a $3 million grant to help it register voters as the troubled country prepares…Japan Today
POLITICSAug 18Harvard, MIT among 30 US universities ordered to audit China research tiesHarvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Johns Hopkins University are among 30 American institutions ordered to audit their foreign research relationships, according to US officials, as higher education representatives accused the Pentagon of implying wrongdoing without publicly presenting evidence. The identities emerged after the Department of Defence announced the audits on Monday but declined to name the universities or disclose the foreign partnerships under...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 18China’s Leaders Go on a Summer RetreatUnder Xi, the once-collective gathering has become something else.Foreign Policy
POLITICSAug 18Jordanian King Abdullah begins China visit amid Middle East conflictKing Abdullah of Jordan has commenced a visit to China, occurring in the midst of ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This diplomatic engagement suggests potential discussions related to regional stability.aa.com.tr · Turkey
POLITICSAug 18Police attack Indonesian student protesters, arresting at least 21Hundreds of university students in Indonesia took to the streets of Jakarta on Tuesday.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 18S . Korea stresses US alliance amid confusion over Trump drill cutSouth Korea is emphasizing its alliance with the US amidst confusion over a potential cut in military drills by Trump. This indicates concerns regarding the stability of a key international security partnership.kpbs.org · United States
POLITICSAug 18Trump's North Korea overture triggers fears for US alliancesIn announcing scaled back joint military drills with South Korea, the US president appears to be moving toward Pyongyang just as North Korea becomes more emboldened.DW News [en]
POLITICSAug 18Hong Kong court orders defunct Apple Daily to pay HK$1.5 million over defamatory articlesA Hong Kong court has ordered the defunct Apple Daily newspaper to pay HK$1.5 million in damages to a listed company and two senior executives over 10 defamatory articles that accused them of spying on the city’s pro-democracy activists at Beijing’s behest. In a written judgment delivered on Tuesday, the High Court ruled against former media boss Jimmy Lai Chee-ying’s flagship publication after the outlet – taken over by liquidators following a government petition in 2021 – presented no evidence...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 18Wang Yi heads to Seoul as Trump cuts South Korea drills, opening door for ChinaChina’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi is set to visit Seoul days after Donald Trump called for the US to scale back military exercises with South Korea, sending ripples of unease through US allies in Asia. On Sunday, the United States president posted his decision to social media, raising questions about the durability of Washington’s security commitments in a region increasingly defined by competition with Beijing. He offered several rationales, including cost-saving considerations, a goodwill...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 18Russia protests Japan PM’s comments after Putin’s Kuril visitRussia summons Japan's ambassador to Moscow over Prime Minister Sanae ⁠Takaichi's 'anti-Russian' remarks.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 18South Korea must prepare for worst-case scenario, president saysSouth Korea's president stated that the nation must prepare for a worst-case scenario. This indicates a heightened sense of caution regarding potential future events or threats.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSAug 18Create judge training pathway to tackle Hong Kong courtroom delays: think tankHong Kong should establish a full-time training pathway for top law graduates to become judges, helping to expand the local judicial talent pool and ease courtroom delays, a think tank founded by Executive Council member Ronny Tong Ka-wah has proposed. POD Research Institute founder Tong also said on Tuesday that reducing waiting times for a court date would ensure the rule of law was upheld and safeguard human rights. The think tank noted that the vacancy rate among judges and judicial officers...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 18Trump turns back on ally South Korea and signals renewed openness to Kim Jong UnThe American president, touting his 'very good relationship' with the North Korean dictator, instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to 'substantially reduce' joint military exercises with Seoul.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSAug 18Beijing maps strategy to counter US pressure on Iran and challenge unipolarityBeijing is reportedly formulating a strategy to counteract US pressure on Iran and challenge the existing unipolar global order. This indicates a significant geopolitical maneuver with international implications.bankingnews.gr · Greece
POLITICSAug 18Russia protests to Japanese ambassador over Takaichi anti - Russian remarksRussia has lodged a protest with the Japanese ambassador regarding "anti-Russian" remarks made by Takaichi. This signifies a diplomatic disagreement between the two nations.thestar.com.my · Malaysia
POLITICSAug 18South Korea calls for solid US alliance after Trump says 'good relationship' with Kim Jong UnThe United States and North Korea could be edging back toward direct communication, while creating separation with South Korea by cutting down on joint military exercises. US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that Kim Jong Un had responded to his recent diplomatic outreach, marking what would be their first engagement since Trump's first term. Story by Caitlin Brown.France 24 [en]
POLITICSAug 18Trump lashes out at CNN reporter over South Korea questionTrump lashes out at CNN reporter over South Korea questionAl Jazeera [en]
POLITICSAug 18China censors public mourning as it holds former premier's funeralWhile hailing Zhu’s legacy, authorities are wary that the nostalgia could lead to criticisms of Xi’s rule.BBC World
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