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"China, closely following Israel's attacks, opposes actions that violate I
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said Beijing is closely following Israel's attacks on Iran and opposes actions that violate Iran's sovereignty, security and territorial integrity.
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China demands sensitive business data for rare earth exports, raising glob
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
Western businesses allege China is demanding confidential company data, including client lists and production details, to approve rare earth exports, raising concerns over trade secrets. The move comes amid tighter export rules and growing global reliance on China for key materials used in e
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Pentagon Chief warns China preparing for war, labels Beijing top threat to
Updated : 9 months, 1 week ago IST
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth warned that China poses a major threat, citing its military buildup and Taiwan invasion drills. He and top officials stressed the need for US military strength and vigilance, while Taiwan's defence minister said PLA exercises are increasingly aggressive and
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Taiwan: SEF chairman slams China's 'united front' tactics, calls for since
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
Speaking at the seventh SEF board meeting held in Taipei on Friday, Wu emphasised that "United front" is a commonplace phrase in China; however, people of Taiwan consider it swear words, as it stands for Beijing's efforts to infiltrate and sow division in their nation.
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Beijing, Moscow, Tehran, Pyongyang aim to undermine rules-based global ord
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
In a speech delivered during a low-profile visit to Europe, Wu emphasised the urgency of democratic solidarity amid rising authoritarian threats. "These regimes are expanding their influence with the clear intent to sabotage the rules-based international order," Wu said.
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WUC marks Tiananmen Anniversary, links 1989 crackdown to ongoing Uyghur re
Updated : 9 months, 2 weeks ago IST
The World Uyghur Congress (WUC) took to X to highlight the ongoing repression under the Chinese government and to pay tribute to the nonviolent pro-democracy demonstrators who were killed in 1989. The WUC connected the continuous violations of human rights in East Turkistan to the violent cr
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China ramps up military pressure on Taiwan with 70 warships, 75 jets in ma
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China deployed around 70 warships and fighter jets near Taiwan in May, increasing military pressure. Taiwan's defence ministry reported 75 Chinese aircraft conducted combat patrols. These moves signal China's efforts to control the island chain and show a continuing threat of invasion.
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Taiwan lawmakers call for regulations on influencers' ties with China to s
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Lawmakers from Taiwan's ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) have called for urgent legal reforms to regulate online influencers' contact with Chinese officials, warning of increasing risks to national security posed by Beijing's expanding influence operations.
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Taiwan plans stricter travel rules for civil servants to counter Chinese i
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) is planning to introduce stricter regulations requiring civil servants at all levels to report or seek approval before visiting China or its territories, in a bid to bolster national security and reduce risks of infiltration by Beijing, according to th
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China ramps up naval incursions around Taiwan
Updated : 9 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense (MND) on Thursday reported Chinese military presence around Taiwan, with eight vessels from the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), and one official ship detected operating in the region as of 6am (local time).
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Taiwan slams China's Cross-Strait summits as 'United Front Lectures,' shun
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council (MAC) criticised China on Wednesday for organising two summits for Taiwanese participants later this week, claiming these gatherings aim to "lecture" rather than promote authentic exchanges across the Taiwan Strait.
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Japan accuses China of unauthorised maritime research in EEZ near Okinotor
Updated : 9 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Japan has accused China of conducting unauthorised maritime research within its exclusive economic zone near Okinotori Atoll, prompting a formal diplomatic protest as Beijing disputes the legitimacy of Japan's claim.
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