China diplomacy
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economictimes.indiatimes.comChina Calls for Swift Reopening of Strait of Hormuz
China's foreign minister urged the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz following its closure. The call comes amid heightened tensions in the region that have disrupted global oil shipments. Officials have not detailed the circumstances that led to the strait being closed.
pakistantoday.com.pkPakistan Repatriates 31 Nationals and Iranians After US Seizure of Vessels in International Waters
Pakistan returned 11 of its citizens and 20 Iranians who had been aboard vessels seized by the United States in international waters. The group, all in good health, arrived in Islamabad after transiting through Singapore and Bangkok. The operation coincided with the second day of…
CENTCOM Commander: Iran Retains 10 Percent of Drone and Missile Capability
Admiral Brad Cooper told Congress that U.S. strikes have left Iran with roughly 10 percent of its prior drone and missile capability and destroyed more than 90 percent of its naval mines. Cooper directly disputed media reports citing U.S. intelligence assessments that Iran retain…
focustaiwan.twParaguayan President Pena Concludes Four-Day Visit to Taiwan
China’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun criticised President Santiago Pena’s four-day trip to Taiwan and urged Paraguay to recognise the one-China principle. Guo cited a poll showing nearly 90 per cent of Paraguayans support ties with Beijing. The Taiwan issue is expected t…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewTrump Authorizes $11 Billion Arms Package for Taiwan, Largest Sale on Record
President Donald Trump authorized the largest weapons sale ever to Taiwan in December but has yet to move forward with delivery. Taiwanese lawmakers approved $25 billion in arms purchases on Friday, short of a $40 billion proposal. U.S. officials reaffirmed unchanged policy on Ta…
SemaforSoutheast Asian Leaders Gather for Summit Amid Economic Fallout from Iran War
Southeast Asian leaders convened for a summit as their countries face significant economic effects from the Iran war. The gathering occurs as some nations adjust their relationships with the United States and seek ties with China. Thailand reported higher-than-expected inflation…
indiatoday.intoday.inTrump Orders Halt to Project Freedom in Strait of Hormuz
President Trump announced a temporary pause to Project Freedom, the U.S. effort to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz, citing mutual agreement with Iran to facilitate finalizing a deal while the blockade remains in place. The decision follows requests from Pakistan and oth…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewChina's Top Envoy Visits Thailand and Cambodia Amid Regional Online Scam Discussions
China's top envoy visited Thailand and Cambodia. During the visit, the envoy signaled Beijing's concerns about online scams originating from Southeast Asia. The concerns highlight issues with scams emanating from the region, according to Beijing.
thehindu.comIsrael's Herzog to Consider Netanyahu Pardon Only After Plea Deal Efforts Exhausted
Israel's President Isaac Herzog stated he will consider Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's pardon request only after exhausting plea deal efforts. Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump claimed intervention in Iranian cases and expressed surprise at Chinese blockade attempts.