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Politics · ChinaChina's Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Rubio discuss high-level talks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call on Thursday, September 17, 2026. They discussed preparing for future high-level interactions and the situation in West Asia, ahead of an anticipated meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
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Politics · ChinaUS Open to AI Risk Talks With China This Weekend
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated the United States is open to discussing shared risks with China in upcoming AI talks scheduled for this weekend. The discussions aim to prevent the bifurcation of AI systems between the two countries.
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Business & Economy · ChinaHuawei Plans Four New AI Chips Over Three Years
Huawei has announced plans to release four new Ascend AI chips within the next three years, aiming to compete with Nvidia. The Ascend 950 chip will feature proprietary high-bandwidth memory, a key technological advancement for China. The company also plans new computing power supernodes.
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Science & Tech · ChinaHuawei forecasts 900 billion AI agents by 2035
Huawei's "Intelligent World 2035" report forecasts a dramatic increase in autonomous AI agents, predicting they will account for over 90% of global AI token traffic by 2035. The report anticipates 900 billion such agents will be active globally, a figure roughly 100 times the projected human population.
China3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · ChinaFamilies Urge Trump to Free Detainees Ahead of Xi's US Visit
As Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares to visit the United States, families and advocates have made public appeals for the release of detained US scholar Min Zin and Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai. The pleas were made during congressional hearings in Washington.
China3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 95 · Hype 12
Science & Tech · ChinaChina dismisses AI slowdown call as 'Cold War tactic'
China's state-run Global Times has labelled a proposal by Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei to slow AI development a 'Cold War playbook'. The essay, also endorsed by Sam Altman and Elon Musk, urged the US not to sell powerful AI chips to China.
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Politics · ChinaModi urges BRICS to cut trade barriers, secure sea lanes
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the BRICS Business Forum, calling for the removal of trade barriers and emphasizing the importance of secure sea lanes for global trade. He highlighted the economic contributions of BRICS nations and India's role as a hub for growth and stability.
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Business & Economy · ChinaAnthropic Disrupts Russian Cyber Espionage and Chinese AI Model Theft
Anthropic has disrupted multiple attempts to misuse its Claude AI models. This includes a suspected Russian cyber-espionage campaign and efforts by Chinese AI firms to extract and replicate Claude's capabilities through a process called model distillation.
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Science & Tech · ChinaOpenAI CEO Sam Altman Open to Slowing AI Development
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has indicated the company is open to slowing the pace of artificial intelligence development. This consideration comes amid increasing concerns about AI safety and the potential for advanced systems to escape human control.
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Politics · ChinaHong Kong activists to be sentenced for Tiananmen vigil
Three Hong Kong activists who organized annual vigils commemorating the 1989 Tiananmen Square crackdown are set to be sentenced Friday. They face up to 10 years in prison for inciting subversion under the national security law, a case seen as a measure of freedoms in the city.
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Politics · ChinaKremlin says Trump, Putin and Xi may meet at APEC summit in Shenzhen
Russian spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters that a trilateral summit of Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping could be held on the sidelines of the APEC meeting in Shenzhen on 18‑19 November 2026. The idea was discussed during a phone call on 8 September, but no outlet confirmed Trump’s attendance.
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Politics · ChinaLawmakers Ask DHS for Briefing on Forced Labor Law Enforcement
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has requested a briefing from the Department of Homeland Security regarding the enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. The letter highlights concerns about goods potentially made with forced labor, including materials used in popular toys.
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Politics · ChinaHong Kong court dismisses Cardinal Zen's appeal over protest fund
A Hong Kong court has rejected the appeals of Cardinal Joseph Zen and four others against their convictions for failing to register the 612 Humanitarian Relief Fund. The fund supported protesters arrested during 2019 demonstrations.
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Conflict & Security · ChinaChinese lawyer Ruth Wang flees to Taiwan seeking resettlement
Ruth Wang, a lawyer who defended members of Beijing's unregistered Zion Church, has fled to Taiwan and is seeking help with resettlement. She states Chinese authorities pressured her firm to dissolve or face closure.
China3 min readTrust 75 · Craft 75 · Hype 15- Politics · China
Putin offers permanent visa-free travel with China
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated Russia is ready to make the visa-free travel regime with China permanent. The current arrangement allows citizens of each country to stay for up to 30 days and has been extended through 2027. Tourist trips between the nations rose 43% in the first half of 2026.
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Politics · ChinaXi Jinping and Shavkat Mirziyoyev discuss trade and cooperation
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on August 31, 2026, in Bishkek. The leaders discussed deepening bilateral relations and agreed to increase trade to $30 billion.
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Glacier collapse, not earthquake, caused Nepal and Tibet floods
A glacier collapse, not an earthquake, caused the devastating flash floods in Nepal and Tibet, according to the United States Geological Survey. The event sent ice, rock, and debris into a river, causing catastrophic flooding. Experts are now concerned about the potential for a second flood.
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Politics · ChinaHong Kong Tiananmen vigil organizers argue sentences
Three former organizers of Hong Kong's annual Tiananmen Square vigils appeared in court to argue their sentences. Convicted of inciting subversion, they face up to 10 years in prison. The disbanded Hong Kong Alliance was also found guilty.
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Politics · ChinaChina's Wang Yi Urges US to Overcome Obstacles Ahead of Summit
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with US Ambassador David Perdue, stating that China-US relations face risks and challenges. He urged both sides to focus on a positive agenda and overcome obstacles ahead of an expected summit between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump next month.
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Conflict & Security · ChinaPakistan sought Chinese satellite images of Operation Sindoor strikes, ex-CDS says
Former Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan revealed Pakistan's attempts to use Chinese commercial satellite imagery to find evidence of successful strikes during Operation Sindoor. He stated these efforts failed, as obtaining such imagery involves contracts and waiting periods, and Pakistan could not confirm any targets were hit.
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Conflict & Security · Asia-PacificRussia demands Japan remove US missile systems
Russia has demanded that Japan remove US-made Typhon missile systems from its territory, citing them as a threat to its security. Moscow sent a protest note on September 3, with China also expressing concern.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran adds earth barriers to Pickaxe Mountain as Trump warns Tehran
Iran has reinforced tunnel entrances at the Pickaxe Mountain nuclear‑linked complex with earthen barriers, according to satellite imagery released on 11 September. The Institute for Science and International Security says the added earth hardens the site against air strikes. Russia and China blocked a U.N. resolution, and President Donald Trump warned Iran not to “get cute”.
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Politics · Middle EastRussia and China veto UN resolution on Iran sanctions monitoring
Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have extended the mandate of experts monitoring sanctions on Iran. The vote creates a gap in oversight as the sanctions themselves remain in effect.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesLockheed Martin Unveils AIM-260 Missile for China Threat
Lockheed Martin has revealed details of its new AIM-260 Joint Advanced Tactical Missile, designed to counter long-range air threats from China. The US Defense Department has signed an agreement to increase its production as part of munitions stockpile rebuilding.
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Politics · United StatesChina criticises US sanctions bill targeting Russia trade
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that new US sanctions against Russia lack legal basis and violate international law. The bill allows President Trump to impose tariffs up to 100% on countries buying Russian energy or helping Russia evade sanctions.
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Politics · UkraineUS House passes Russia sanctions targeting oil purchases
The US House of Representatives has passed a sanctions package aimed at Russia over its war in Ukraine. The bill includes warnings of 100% tariffs on nations buying Russian oil and targets the country's 'shadow fleet' of tankers. The Kremlin stated these measures will make peace talks harder.
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Politics · United StatesUS names India, China, Pakistan on drug transit and production list
The US has named India, China, and Pakistan among 23 countries designated as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nations for fiscal year 2027. The determination acknowledges India's efforts to combat opium cultivation but identifies Afghanistan, Bolivia, Burma, and Colombia as having failed counternarcotics obligations.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Accuses Canada of Drug Trafficking but Omits from List
President Donald Trump has accused Canada of not doing enough to stop drug trafficking, alleging that fentanyl is produced in clandestine Canadian labs. However, he did not include Canada on a list of major drug-producing countries submitted to Congress.
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US acknowledges deploying weapons in space
The United States has confirmed for the first time that it has deployed weapons in orbit. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said the Space Force placed "space control weapons" to deter adversaries, drawing accusations from China and Russia.
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Politics · United StatesUS House advances bill for Russia sanctions, potential tariffs on India
The US House of Representatives has advanced a bill that could allow President Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries purchasing Russian oil and gas. The bill, which previously passed the Senate, is set for a final vote.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Treasury yields hit 2007 highs, Bessent cites global issues
US 10-year Treasury yields reached levels not seen since 2007. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent attributed this rise to global issues during a congressional hearing. Protesters disrupted the hearing, calling for an end to sanctions on Iran.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 59 · Hype 20- Politics · Middle East
Malaysia seizes three containers of e-bike parts bound for Israel
Malaysian authorities have seized three containers carrying electric bicycle parts bound for Israel at the Port of Tanjung Pelepas. The seizure is part of Malaysia's restrictions on exports to Israel, with an investigation underway into the contents.
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Business & Economy · Middle EastUS seeks $61 million in crypto linked to Iran oil sales
US prosecutors are seeking to forfeit over $61 million in cryptocurrency allegedly linked to illicit Iranian oil sales. The funds were allegedly laundered through Binance accounts by two Chinese companies and intended to finance Iran's government, military, and the IRGC.
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Politics · Middle EastIranian Foreign Minister Araghchi to Meet China's Wang Yi on Wednesday
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is scheduled to visit China this week for talks with his counterpart Wang Yi. The meeting is set for Wednesday, shortly before Chinese President Xi Jinping's expected trip to the US.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 20
Conflict & Security · RussiaUS confirms deployment of space weapons
The US Space Force has confirmed the deployment of weapons in Earth orbit, marking the first public acknowledgement of such capabilities. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink stated the weapons are intended for defence against hostile actions, though specific details remain undisclosed.
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Politics · United StatesTrump dismisses AI regulation, citing presidential power
Donald Trump has rejected calls for new regulations on artificial intelligence, stating that the U.S. government already possesses adequate power to control AI firms. He described efforts to implement guardrails as a "sick conspiracy" that could cede technological leadership to China.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump downplays China role in Iran attack on US base
US President Donald Trump has downplayed reports that Chinese entities provided Iran with satellite imagery of a US military base in Jordan. The attack killed three American soldiers. Trump stated that China spies on the US, and the US spies on China as well, calling accusations of assistance 'unfounded'.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
Politics · United StatesUS politicians divided on AI regulation amid China concerns
US politicians are split on how to approach artificial intelligence regulation. House Speaker Mike Johnson and former President Donald Trump have warned against rushing to regulate AI, citing competition with China. Conversely, Democrats and some AI industry leaders advocate for a slower pace of development due to potential risks.
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Politics · IndiaCongress Questions Modi on China Policy After Xi Meeting
The Congress party has posed four questions to Prime Minister Narendra Modi following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The party accused the government of "calibrated capitulation" and raised concerns over border transgressions, China's support for Pakistan, and the trade deficit.
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Politics · IndiaModi and Xi Meet at BRICS Summit, Discuss Border and Trade
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi. They discussed border issues, trade, and bilateral cooperation, agreeing that differences between their countries should not escalate into disputes.
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