Ex-F-35 Pilot Accused of Aiding Chinese Military Training

U.S. federal authorities have charged a former American fighter pilot with illegally providing military flight training to individuals connected to China’s armed forces, in a case that underscores growing concerns over the protection of sensitive defense expertise and national security secrets. The former pilot, who previously flew the advanced F-35 Lightning II, was arrested and […]

China Calls on U.S. to Halt Justifications for Restarting Nuclear Tests

China has urged the United States to respect its commitment to suspend nuclear testing and stop creating pretexts for resuming such activities. Speaking at a daily press briefing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning dismissed recent U.S. claims that China had conducted nuclear explosion tests. She accused Washington of attempting to tarnish other nations’ reputations […]

FG Advances $5.7 Billion China Investment Talks to Boost Industrial Growth

The Federal Government of Nigeria is in advanced discussions with China’s GCL Group over a proposed $5.7 billion investment aimed at strengthening power generation, mining, and industrial manufacturing. The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, received a high-level delegation in Abuja led by Senator Orji Uzor Kalu. The talks […]

China’s Manufacturing Digital Push Enters Mass Adoption Stage: Report

China’s drive to digitize its manufacturing sector has reached a stage of broad-based adoption, with most large industrial enterprises now implementing digital upgrades, according to a report released on Friday. The report indicates that digital transformation is no longer limited to pilot programs or leading firms, but has become a widespread trend across the country’s […]

South Africa Ships First Plums to China, Opening New Era for Fruit Exports

South Africa has officially begun exporting plums to China, marking a major milestone for the country’s agricultural sector. Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen and Chinese Ambassador Wu Peng oversaw the preparation of the first shipment at the Freshness First Packhouse in Franschhoek, consisting of around 20,000 cartons of African Delight and Ruby Star plums. The […]

Trump Hails ‘Excellent’ Call with Xi as US-China Relations Stay in Focus

US President Donald Trump described a phone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday as “excellent,” highlighting their strong personal rapport amid ongoing tensions over trade, technology, and geopolitical flashpoints. The leaders reportedly discussed a wide range of issues, including trade, energy, Taiwan, Iran, and Russia’s war in Ukraine. Trump, who is expected to […]