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Chinese Premier Li Qiang says the two countries have worked together to achieve a turnaround in relations.
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South Korean leader takes ‘pragmatic approach’ to reset ties with China, Japan
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South China Sea
Beijing looks for social workers for posts on disputed South China Sea islands
Job adverts for ‘community workers’ say military veterans and Communist Party members will be favoured for the positions.
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China has built military and civilian infrastructure on the disputed islands. Photo: Getty Images
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China-EU tariff agreement on EVs will cut shipments but boost profits
Agreement on price floors will allow mainland carmakers to avoid price wars and nurture brand reputation, analysts say.
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US-China trade war
Trump sets 180-day deadline to counter China’s control of critical minerals
US government warns global suppliers to negotiate agreements to secure reliable, diversified supplies for the US or face new trade hurdles.
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US-China relations
Biden administration decision to scrap China Initiative flawed: White House
US top science adviser Michael Kratsios says ceasing programme aimed at combating economic espionage from Beijing ‘damaging’.
15 Jan 2026 - 6:56AM
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Michael Kratsios, the director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, said the Biden administration’s decision to terminate the China Initiative programme was “damaging”. Photo: Reuters
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Why China fears Trump’s Nvidia H200 deal is a sophisticated Trojan horse
Can Washington bind Chinese rivals to American technologies or will access to the AI chips hasten Beijing’s challenge to US dominance?
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US-China relations
Brazil-China trade hits record US$171 billion in 2025 as US tariffs prompt pivot
The US is a distant second in trade volume with Brazil as Beijing helps soften the impact of Washington’s levies.
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Brics
Could the Iran crisis push Global South blocs to deepen security ties?
A lack of response from the SCO and Brics could have a negative impact on the groups – but the crisis could also bring them closer.
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South China Sea
‘Strategic patience’ key for Beijing in South China Sea and other disputes
SCSPI’s Hu Bo said maritime disagreements with Manila and Tokyo would continue but that Beijing had ‘overwhelming advantages’.
14 Jan 2026 - 12:00PM
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Despite the need to stay vigilant, China should be confident of its strength and capabilities in managing its maritime issues with its neighbours, a Chinese expert has said. Photo: Xinhua
US-China trade war
US government approves Nvidia H200 chip exports to China
Trump administration on Tuesday gave the green light to China-bound sales of Nvidia’s second most powerful AI chips.
14 Jan 2026 - 8:31AM
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United States
Not ‘Trump-compatible’? China expert Rudd exits Australia’s US ambassador role
Kevin Rudd left his post a year earlier than planned following criticism from US President Donald Trump at White House meeting in October.
14 Jan 2026 - 6:34AM
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US-China relations
Chinese student numbers at Harvard rise despite Trump visa crackdown
Enrolment from mainland China grew 4.5% in 2025 even as Washington tightened vetting and revoked thousands of student visas.
14 Jan 2026 - 5:55AM
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China-Middle East relations
Why China may not act in Iran even if it has ‘more to lose’ than in Venezuela
Beijing is likely to see the current anti-government protests as an ‘urgent’ situation, but analysts do not expect it to intervene directly.
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Iran has been gripped by waves of anti-government protests. Photo: Reuters
South China Sea
Claims of lies, coercion in Beijing-Manila war of words over South China Sea
On Monday, a Manila maritime council accused China of aggressive tactics; the next day Beijing said the Philippines was ‘provoking trouble’.
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China-Japan relations
How a snap election in Japan could put Takaichi in a stronger position with China
A decisive win could give Tokyo ‘limited room for concessions in its negotiations with Beijing’ and more room to manoeuvre with Washington.
13 Jan 2026 - 3:00PM
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US-China relations
China’s US embassy decries ‘coercion’ after Trump’s Iran tariff move
China’s embassy opposes Washington’s ‘long-arm jurisdiction’ after Trump announces a 25 per cent tariff on countries doing business with Iran.
13 Jan 2026 - 8:13PM
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An Iranian police officer watches over a pro-government rally in Tehran on January 12. Photo: West Asia News Agency via Reuters
China-Latin America relations
Argentina’s Milei plans 2026 China trip despite US pressure on ties
Leader cites China as a key trade partner, underscoring a sharp shift from his 2023 campaign attacks to a more pragmatic stance.
13 Jan 2026 - 4:36AM
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US-China relations
Europe’s real threat is its own inner ‘demon’, not Russia: former Chinese envoy
Beijing’s longest-serving ambassador to the US also claims Nato has outlived its relevance, as Trump ramps up pressure on Greenland.
12 Jan 2026 - 9:00PM
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China-Middle East relations
China denounces use of force in Middle East as Trump threatens Iran strikes
Beijing calls for ‘peace and stability’ in the region amid escalating protests in Iran.
12 Jan 2026 - 6:14PM
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China-Africa relations
China’s Wang Yi cites ‘severe risks’ after Somalia dropped from Africa itinerary
In a call with the Somali foreign minister, China’s top envoy reiterates Beijing’s support for Somalia’s territorial integrity.
12 Jan 2026 - 5:53PM
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China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi was supposed to visit Mogadishu as part of his African tour but he instead went to Tanzania on Friday. Photo: AFP
US-Venezuela conflict
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Zheng Yongnian on what US’ ‘neocolonialism’, Venezuela operation mean for China
Political scientist says the Western-led global order remains useful, and the Belt and Road Initiative isn’t a geopolitical project.
12 Jan 2026 - 10:06AM
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China-Africa relations
China urges Tanzania to back multilateralism, will ‘stand together’ with Africa
Top diplomat Wang Yi also reaffirms support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
11 Jan 2026 - 8:11PM
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US-Venezuela conflict
Can Peru keep both China and US onside in an increasingly volatile environment?
Its mineral resources make it a focus for superpower rivalry, but analysts say the country is in a very different situation to Venezuela.
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