India planning to remove restrictions on Chinese firms
India is planning to lift restrictions on Chinese companies bidding for government contracts. – The curbs were introduced in 2020 after a border clash between India and China that strained…
US ‘decapitation’ strike on Venezuela sparks PLA copycat fears in Taiwan
Taipei says its military stands ready, but security experts warn about Beijing’s ability to quickly pivot from drills to actual combat – The US “decapitation-style” operation against Venezuela’s leadership has…
China says it cannot accept countries acting as ‘world judge’ after US captures Maduro
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing cannot accept any country acting as the “world’s judge” after the United States captured Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro. – “We have never believed…
North Korea launches ballistic missiles into sea ahead of South Korean leader’s visit to China
Sunday’s launches came hours before South Korean President Lee Jae Myung departed for China for a summit with President Xi Jinping, for talks expected to cover North Korea’s nuclear programme.…
Taoiseach talks with Xi in Beijing expected to focus on EU-China relationship and trade
Micheál Martin’s official visit will be the first by a sitting Taoiseach since Enda Kenny’s in 2012 – Taoiseach Micheál Martin arrives in Beijing on Sunday for an official visit…