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In a remarkable twist of fate, China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is embracing a heartfelt transformation towards more intimate and eco-conscious projects after a decade of grand undertakings that, while boosting international trade, carried the weight of significant debt and green qualms. This profound shift coincides with a congregation of leaders from the world’s rising nations in Beijing, as …

In the bustling city of Zaozhuang, China, a group of high school students inadvertently set the internet ablaze with their unconventional performance.  On October 10, 2023, their portrayal of the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe left audiences in shock. But what stole the show was a banner condemning Japan’s decision to release treated wastewater from the Fukushima …

In a deeply human gesture of empathy and solidarity, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. reached out to the grieving families of two Filipinos who tragically lost their lives amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict. He candidly described the phone calls he made as “two of the most difficult” moments during his presidential tenure, revealing a leader with a compassionate heart. With heartfelt sincerity, …

The United States called on the People’s Republic of China to support Israel after Hamas militants launched an attack on Israelis on Saturday.  Why does the United States want China to support Israel after Hamas attacks? What did U.S. Senate Majority Leader say? Will China support Israel? On Monday, Chuck Schumer, Majority Leader of the United States Senate, urged China …

The Supreme Court in Myanmar has rejected appeals against six corruption convictions for the imprisoned former leader Aung San Suu Kyi, according to media reports. The Nobel Peace Prize laureate has been in detention since the military toppled her government in a 2021 coup. She faces 27 years in jail. The country has been in turmoil since the seizure of …

Typhoon Koinu has wreaked havoc in Taiwan, killing one person and injuring 304 people. The typhoon is named after Koinu, which means “puppy” in Japanese. Cape Eluanbi, the southernmost tip of Taiwan, has been affected the most by typhoon Koinu. On Thursday morning, Typhoon Koinu swept southern Taiwan, bringing pounding rain and record-breaking winds to the country. Typhoon Koinu also …

In the intricate tapestry of global finance, a clandestine transformation is underway, and India emerges as the unexpected protagonist in JPMorgan’s growth narrative. Behind the scenes, Filippo Gori, the enigmatic CEO of JPMorgan’s Asia Pacific division, hints at India’s ascent alongside Australia and Japan, painting a picture of strategic intrigue. India’s Role in “China Plus One” The buzz phrase is …

India is in the spotlight of “Five Eyes Countries” after intelligence zeroed on New Delhi agents for the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a pro-Khalistan leader and Canadian citizen. The allegation by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has transformed into a diplomatic nightmare for India.  And India expelling Canada’s Station chief for intelligence has raised more eyebrows and questions that …

US President Joe Biden departed from the G20 Summit in India on Sunday to reach Vietnam to deepen cooperation with the Southeast Asian country amid China’s growing ambitions in the contested South China Sea – considered a key passageway for global trade. Biden’s discussions with the leader of Vietnam’s ruling Communist Party, Nguyen Phu Trong, will encompass a “comprehensive strategic …

In response to concerns sparked by China’s reported urea export restrictions, South Korea’s Ministry of Economy and Finance has reassured the public that the nation will not face a urea shortage crisis. The Finance Ministry emphasized the diversification of urea import sources over the past two years, contributing to price stability. Although China’s urea suppliers announced a reduction in export …