BRICS: India chairs overshadowed talks
The escalating tensions in the Middle East, in particular the conflict surrounding Iran, is dominating the meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in New Delhi.
By Amelie Richter
The escalating tensions in the Middle East, in particular the conflict surrounding Iran, is dominating the meeting of BRICS foreign ministers in New Delhi.
By Amelie Richter
With the first visit by a US president to China in nearly a decade, the focus is on trade, chip technology and geopolitical conflicts. Both sides are showing a willingness to engage in dialogue – but significant differences remain.
By Amelie Richter
The United States and five Latin American countries are accusing China of politicizing maritime trade in the Panama Canal dispute. According to the US, numerous ships flying the Panamanian flag have been detained by China since March.
By Yi Ling Pan
China’s latest “incentives” for Taiwan are missing the mark. According to a survey by Taiwan’s labor ministry, the share of Taiwanese willing to work in China has dropped to just 1.6% – a historic low.
By Ning Wang
China’s foreign minister has urged his Iranian counterpart to restore normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Chinese business representatives continue to see global energy supply chains at risk.
By Manuel Liu
Satellite images suggest that China used ships and a barrier to tighten its control over the entrance to Scarborough Shoal.
By Julia Fiedler
China has blasted the US blockade of Iranian ports as “dangerous and irresponsible.” Beijing is threatening retaliatory measures if Trump imposes 50% tariffs on goods from China.
By Angela Köckritz
Beijing and Pyongyang want to deepen ties even further. That is what China’s foreign minister said during his visit to the North Korean capital, Pyongyang.
By Fabian Peltsch
China is using a new regulation to strengthen the security of its supply chains. The directive gives authorities a legal basis to respond to foreign sanctions and safeguard security of supply.
By Julia Fiedler
New Zealand and the Cook Islands have concluded a defense and security declaration. Their relationship had been strained by an agreement between the Cook Islands and China.
By Ning Wang