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Yohei Kono, pictured in Tokyo in 2013, held various high-level positions in Japan’s government, including stints as chief cabinet secretary and foreign minister. Photo: AP
China-Japan relations

Wartime apology author and Japan-China ‘bridge’ Yohei Kono dies at 89

Prominent backchannel figure who served as Japanese chief cabinet secretary was reportedly planning trip to ease bilateral tensions.

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US-China trade war

US Congress warned: AI race winner will rule world, and it must not be China

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Taiwan

Taipei envoy sees US$14 billion arms package moving ahead under Trump

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China-Latin America relations

US targets Cuba oil giant as Beijing and Havana deepen party ties

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sanctions on Union Cuba-Petroleo after Havana and Beijing hold positive bilateral talks.

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sanctions on Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company Union Cuba-Petroleo on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces sanctions on Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company Union Cuba-Petroleo on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
China-Philippines relations

China sanctions Philippine defence chief Gilberto Teodoro

Chinese foreign ministry says Teodoro is banned from entering China because of his ‘erroneous remarks’ on the country.

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US-China relations

Do not let US-China ties spiral out of control, ex-Treasury chief Paulson warns

‘We have to be careful that decoupling does not become dysfunctional,’ he tells a lunch gathering in Beijing.

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China-North Korea relations

Has Beijing given up on a nuclear weapon-free Korean peninsula?

China is downplaying the issue for now, as it is unlikely that pressuring North Korea would do anything other than sour ties.

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The denuclearisation of North Korea is not something that China can accomplish alone, observers say. Photo: KCNA via Reuters
The denuclearisation of North Korea is not something that China can accomplish alone, observers say. Photo: KCNA via Reuters
China-EU relations

Have trade tensions scuppered EU-China talks ahead of tough Brussels decisions?

June 23 meeting in Beijing postponed without warning as bilateral ties deteriorate on a near-daily basis.

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South China Sea

Mystery platform? China says it was carrying out research at Scarborough Shoal

Announcement comes after Manila lodged diplomatic protest over ‘illegal presence’ of a floating structure at the disputed atoll.

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US-China relations

FBI disables 13 Chinese suspected spying websites targeting US officials

Chinese intelligence allegedly used internet domains to blackmail Americans with security clearances into divulging sensitive information.

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Thirteen internet domains used to target Americans with access to classified and sensitive US government information were seized on Wednesday by federal authorities. Photo: Shutterstock
US-China relations

How will the Pentagon’s expanded blacklist of Chinese firms affect Xi’s US visit?

Washington’s latest move tests fragile ‘stability’ reached at leadership summit in Beijing and highlights intense competition, analysts say.

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Chinese robotics company Unitree, whose G1 Humanoid Robot was displayed during London Tech Week on Monday, has been added to the Pentagon's updated list of Chinese military-linked companies. Photo: Reuters
Chinese robotics company Unitree, whose G1 Humanoid Robot was displayed during London Tech Week on Monday, has been added to the Pentagon's updated list of Chinese military-linked companies. Photo: Reuters
US-China relations

US midterms could bring ‘renewed volatility’ to China ties, veteran diplomat warns

Election results might have ‘profound impact’ on relations if the Democrats win control of Congress, according to Bian Qingzu.

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US, Israel war on Iran

US strikes Iran as Tehran targets bases in Bahrain and Jordan

US helicopter crew rescued near Oman, but Trump’s decision to retaliate adds new strain to already fragile peace efforts.

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United States

US trade court to Trump administration: speed up tariff refunds

US judge urges faster refunds of billions of dollars in revenue from tariffs that were ‌collected and later deemed illegal by Supreme Court.

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US President Donald Trump holds a chart as he delivers remarks on so-called “reciprocal tariffs” during an event at the White House in April, 2025. Photo: AFP
US-China relations

How a US prosecutor’s private diaries documented Nanking Massacre evidence

Disclosure came ahead of Donald Trump’s high-stakes visit to China and amid Japan’s recent attempts to erode lessons of post-WWII tribunal.

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Illustration: Victor Sanjinez
Illustration: Victor Sanjinez
US-China relations

Trump urged to press Xi on Chinese money laundering tied to Mexican cartels

Congressional hearing witnesses encourage US president to tackle alleged fentanyl supply chain crisis linked to Chinese money laundering.

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US-China relations

Trump has an understanding with Xi. His own administration doesn’t like it

US president’s warmer tone towards Beijing has raised hopes in China, but US tariffs, export curbs and lawmakers tell a different story.

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China-North Korea relations

Has Xi Jinping’s North Korea visit helped cement China’s vital role?

The Chinese leader’s meetings with Kim Jong-un may have helped underline that Pyongyang cannot do without Beijing’s economic support.

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Xi Jinping and Kim Jong-un pictured in Pyongyang on the second day of the Chinese leader’s visit. Photo: Xinhua
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong-un pictured in Pyongyang on the second day of the Chinese leader’s visit. Photo: Xinhua
US-China relations

Exclusive | US official confirms Chagos talks amid reports Trump may buy strategic islands

Washington in ‘active talks’ to secure Diego Garcia base as White House weighs options, including making an offer to Mauritius.

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China-EU relations

China debate reaches fever pitch in Brussels as EU’s crunch fortnight kicks off

Ahead of next week’s leaders’ summit, some are pushing for the bloc to end its ‘naivety’ and forcefully counter cheap imports.

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South China Sea

Is that a Chinese antenna at Scarborough Shoal? The Philippines thinks so

Manila says aerial monitoring shows that Beijing has built a platform at the disputed reef.

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The Chinese foreign ministry says China has a legitimate right to carry out activities, “including scientific research”, at Scarborough Shoal. Photo: Xinhua
US-China relations

Pentagon blacklists China tech giants as US competition expands

Alibaba, Baidu, BYD and Unitree were among Chinese companies added to a US military blacklist as competition between the nations expands further into technology.

Photo: Xinhua
Photo: Xinhua
North Korea

Xi’s visit to North Korean war monument evokes ‘eternal historical memory’

Chinese and North Korean leaders recall ‘shared battles’ as tribute paid to Chinese People’s Volunteers who fought during Korean war.

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China-North Korea relations

Tilt towards Beijing? Xi and Kim vow to ‘open new chapter’ in ties

North Korean leader says strengthening relations with China is the country’s ‘most important strategic mission’, according to state media.

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China-North Korea relations

Xi returns to exclusive Pyongyang guest house only a handful of leaders ever see

The Kumsusan State Guest House has hosted a handful of foreign leaders, including Russia’s Putin and Belarus’ Lukashenko.

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The Kumsusan State Guest House has only welcomed a handful of leaders since it was completed in 2019. Photo: KCTV
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