Middle Powers Hedge Against U.S. Under Trump, Reboot Global Trade
Donald Trump’s aggressive trade tactics, exemplified by his Greenland tariff threat, appear to have catalyzed a shift among the world’s “middle powers.” Nations like...
German Investments in China Surge Amid US Trade War Concerns
German companies significantly increased their investments in China in 2025, hitting a four-year high of over €7 billion ($8 billion) from January to November,...
Xi, Finland PM Discuss Multipolar Order and China-EU Cooperation
China’s President Xi Jinping met with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo on Tuesday, pledging that Beijing is ready to work with Helsinki to uphold...
India, EU Finalise Landmark Trade Deal as Both Hedge Against US Uncertainty
India and the European Union have finalised a long-awaited trade agreement after nearly two decades of intermittent negotiations, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said...
Trump, Minnesota Leaders Seek De-Escalation After Fatal Deportation Shooting
U.S. President Donald Trump and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz struck a more conciliatory tone following a private phone call on Monday, signalling a possible...
Why Trump Is Threatening New Tariffs on South Korea
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to raise tariffs on South Korean autos and other goods to 25%, accusing Seoul of failing to implement...
Philippines, US Conduct Joint Sail Near Disputed Scarborough Shoal
The Philippines and the United States have conducted a joint maritime sail in the South China Sea, underscoring growing military cooperation between the two...
Japan Warns US Alliance at Risk Over Taiwan
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has warned that Japan’s security alliance with the United States would effectively collapse if Tokyo failed to respond to...
ICC Rules Former Philippine President Duterte Fit to Stand Pre-Trial Hearings
Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have ruled that former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte is medically fit to participate in pre-trial proceedings, rejecting...
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer Visits China Amid Strained US Relations
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is undertaking a three-day official visit to China, the first by a British leader in eight years. The visit...