U.S. Becomes Largest Recipient of China’s Global Loans
A new study by AidData at William & Mary shows that the United States is now the largest recipient of Chinese loans globally, receiving...
Pope Leo Urges Bold Action as COP30 Climate Talks Enter Crucial Week
Pope Leo has called on world leaders to respond more decisively to the climate crisis as the UN climate summit in Belem, Brazil, entered...
Trump Signals Conditional Support for Russia Sanctions Bill
President Donald Trump has indicated he is willing to sign legislation imposing sanctions on countries doing business with Russia, provided he retains ultimate authority...
UN Endorses Trump’s Gaza Plan, Greenlights International Force
The UN Security Council adopted a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump’s 20-point plan for Gaza, which includes a ceasefire, hostage-release deal, and the...
Japan Issues China Travel Alert as Tensions Spike
Japan has warned its citizens in China to exercise caution and avoid crowded areas as relations between the two largest economies in Asia deteriorate....
China Splashes on U.S. Soybeans, Paying a Premium to Honor Trade Pledge
China purchased at least 14 cargoes of U.S. soybeans on Monday, marking the largest single buying spree since January and the most significant since...
Georgia on the Edge: From Democratic Promise to Authoritarian Grip
Just over a year ago, Georgia’s parliament reflected a vibrant multiparty democracy, with four opposition coalitions sharing seats and fostering hope for closer integration...
Charlotte Immigration Raids Ignite Fear, Protests, and Political Clash
U.S. Customs and Border Protection spokesperson Rob Brisley confirmed that Border Patrol agents detained over 130 people across the first two days of operations....
Taiwan Ramps Up Tech Export Controls as Security Pressures Mount
The economy ministry’s International Trade Administration has launched a 60-day review to update two major lists: the dual-use export control list and the military...
Bangladesh at Crossroads as Hasina Sentenced to Death
A Bangladesh court on Monday sentenced ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death, concluding a months-long trial that found her guilty of ordering a...