Eileen Wang, the mayor of Arcadia, has resigned after being charged by the US Department of Justice with acting as an illegal agent of China. Wang, 58, agreed to plead guilty to a felony count, according to US authorities. She could face up to 10 years in prison. The Arcadia City Council confirmed that she […]
Washington’s approach to China under President Donald Trump’s second term is drawing growing scrutiny, as shifting trade decisions and mixed signals from key agencies fuel concerns that U.S. policy toward Beijing is becoming increasingly unstable. More than a year into his return to office in 2025, Trump’s promise to use aggressive tariffs to reset economic […]
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, […]
Governor Caleb Mutfwang’s administration has emerged as a trailblazer in Nigeria’s democratic space, with its outstanding efforts in promoting fair and credible elections in Plateau State. Through a strategic focus on transparency, inclusivity, and peace, the administration has set a new benchmark, not only for the state but for the entire country. A key highlight […]
An audit released Thursday by the Justice Department’s inspector general reveals that the FBI has continued to mishandle allegations of child sexual abuse even after its widely criticized handling of the investigation into Larry Nassar, the former USA Gymnastics doctor. The report highlights that these failures have left allegations unaddressed for months, allowing minors to […]
Liu Zhenmin, China’s special envoy for climate change, is set to embark on a visit to the United States from May 7 to 16 for discussions with his US counterpart, marking the first formal talks between climate envoys from both countries. This meeting holds significant importance as observers anticipate the continuation and expansion of positive […]
During Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to France, both countries released a joint statement expressing condemnation for all breaches of international humanitarian law in the Middle East, particularly acts of terrorist violence and indiscriminate attacks targeting civilians. The statement, released following extensive discussions between President Xi and French President Emmanuel Macron on the Middle […]
Preparations are in their final stages for a long-anticipated trilateral leaders’ meeting among China, Japan, and South Korea, signaling a crucial opportunity for the three nations to address tensions and enhance cooperation, experts emphasized. South Korea’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Saturday that the country is in the last stages of consultations with China […]
During talks held in Paris on Monday, President Xi Jinping and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron emphasized the importance of upholding mutual benefits and jointly opposing acts of “decoupling” that disrupt industrial and supply chains. They also reaffirmed their commitment to rejecting barriers to trade and cooperation. Xi stressed the need for China and France […]
China extended its congratulations to Jeremiah Manele on his election as the new prime minister of the Solomon Islands on Sunday, while the US intensified its efforts to dissuade Pacific Island countries (PICs) from cooperating with China in a bid to sow discord. Experts contacted by the Global Times dismissed the US’ purported commitments as […]
