Topic
china
53 stories, newest first · page 2 of 3.
Politics · United StatesChina's ambassador Xie Feng warns of 'red lines' on Taiwan, rights
China's ambassador to the US, Xie Feng, warned that Beijing has 'red lines' on Taiwan, human rights, and other issues that cannot be crossed. He stated that China's sovereignty, security, and development interests cannot be violated, identifying four specific areas that must not be challenged.
United States3 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Business & Economy · ChinaHumanoid robot sales reached 7,000 units globally in 2025
Approximately 7,000 humanoid robots were sold worldwide in 2025, primarily for research and industrial applications. This number is a small portion of the overall robotics market, but future projections anticipate substantial growth.
China3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
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.
Middle East3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 61 · Hype 41
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.
China2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 20
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.
United States3 min readTrust 86 · Craft 95 · Hype 28
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.
Russia3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
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.
United States3 min readTrust 58 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
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.
China3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
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.
China5 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
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.
China3 min readTrust 64 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
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.
China2 min readTrust 86 · Craft 77 · Hype 15
Politics · United StatesTrump administration warns Ford over China ties
The Trump administration has expressed "profound concern" over Ford Motor's business ties with Chinese companies, citing potential risks to U.S. automotive manufacturing and supply chains. Ford defended its position as the top U.S. automaker and stated the letter contained factual errors.
United States3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 40
Politics · Latin AmericaUS seeks greater access to Venezuela's minerals
The Trump administration is pursuing increased access to Venezuela's mineral resources, including gold. This effort involves consulting US companies on potential investments and aims to counter China's influence in the region, though challenges like illegal mining and weak infrastructure exist.
Latin America2 min readTrust 42 · Craft 45 · Hype 41
Politics · UkraineRussia open to trilateral meeting with US and China
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has stated that a trilateral meeting between the presidents of Russia, the United States, and China is not out of the question. He indicated that the agenda and expected outcomes would need clarification before any preparations could begin.
Ukraine2 min readTrust 50 · Craft 45 · Hype 20
Business & Economy · United StatesChina rare earth suppliers halt some US shipments
Some Chinese rare earth suppliers have stopped shipping materials to the US since early August, citing fears of repercussions from Beijing. The move comes weeks before a planned meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 55 · Hype 41- Conflict & Security · Asia-Pacific
Cambodia to Resume Joint Military Exercises with US
Cambodia's army announced it will resume joint military exercises with the United States in February next year. The drills, named 'Exercise Angkor Sentinel 2027,' were suspended in 2017. The resumption follows recent high-level meetings aimed at improving relations, though US concerns about Cambodia's ties to China remain.
Asia-Pacific2 min readTrust 70 · Craft 75 · Hype 10 
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.
China3 min readTrust 74 · Craft 95 · Hype 15
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