China has significantly intensified its diplomatic efforts in the Middle East, seeking to position itself as a stabilising influence amid ongoing regional turmoil that threatens global shipping, energy flows, and supply chains. On Wednesday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi engaged in high-level discussions with counterparts in Türkiye and Egypt, while Beijing’s top Middle East envoy, […]
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has urged the European Union to adopt a more assertive stance against what he described as unfair trade practices by China, warning that Europe’s industrial base is increasingly under pressure. In a letter addressed to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, De Wever argued that Beijing’s export-driven economic […]
US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that he intends to postpone his upcoming visit to China by roughly a month due to the ongoing conflict in Iran. The meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, originally scheduled for March 31 to April 2, follows their last face-to-face talks in October of the previous year. Speaking […]
In an electrifying start to the 2026 Formula 1 season’s Chinese Grand Prix weekend, George Russell clinched victory in the Sprint race at Shanghai, fending off a fierce challenge from Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc. The race began with Russell on pole alongside teammate Kimi Antonelli, but it was Hamilton who made a spectacular […]
Canada’s federal government has confirmed that in the first year of its planned China EV import program, vehicles priced below $35,000 will not be required under the quota regulations. The new policy, finalised in March 2026, applies to up to 49,000 China-built electrified vehicles expected to enter the Canadian market over the next 12 months. […]
Aloemed Cosmetics is strengthening its presence in Nigeria’s natural hair care market with a growing line of aloe-based treatment products formulated for African hair types. The company’s product lineup includes hair growth pomade, strengthening shampoo, moisturizing conditioner, strengthening conditioner, and collagen oil. According to Aloemed, the brand was founded after identifying a gap in the […]
Veterinary specialists from the United Kingdom are preparing to travel to China to provide medical care for dogs rescued from the dog meat trade, many of which are suffering from serious injuries. Two orthopaedic veterinarians, Vanessa Waite and Calum Marshall, from The Vet Station, will fly to Harbin in north-east China on 15 March. They […]
Rivian plans to incorporate a lidar sensor into its new R2 crossover later this year, a move that highlights the growing importance of lidar technology in the automotive industry. Lidar, which stands for Light Detection and Ranging, uses laser light to map surroundings in high resolution, enabling advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and, eventually, fully autonomous […]
The Republic of Congo is advancing the modernization of the Congo-Ocean Railway (CFCO) through a partnership with China, integrating satellite communications and navigation systems, including the BeiDou Navigation Satellite System. During discussions in Brazzaville, Minister of Posts, Telecommunications, and the Digital Economy Léon Juste Ibombo emphasized that satellite technology is essential for the country. He […]
China has confirmed the death of at least one of its citizens in Tehran amid escalating military strikes in the Middle East, renewing calls for urgent diplomatic action to prevent the conflict from widening. The announcement came as tensions continue to rise following a series of retaliatory attacks by Iran on US and allied targets […]
