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Guo Jiakun
郭嘉昆
Guo Jiakun: A seasoned Chinese diplomat, he assumed the role of Foreign Ministry Spokesman in January 2025, bringing over two decades of experience in foreign service.
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Germany
German court jails US military contractor in China spy case
The defendant, partially named as Martin D. was sentenced for offering US military secrets to China, highlighting espionage concerns amid global tensions.
11 Feb 2026 - 9:05PM
China-UK relations
China lifted sanctions on British lawmakers after Starmer–Xi meeting, UK says
31 Jan 2026 - 3:46AM
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China-Asean relations
China executes 11 core members of Myanmar-based telecoms fraud ring
29 Jan 2026 - 8:00PM
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China-Latin America relations
Xi to meet Orsi in first Latin America-China visit since US capture of Maduro
State visit from February 1 to 7 aims to promote commercial ties with Beijing despite tension in region after US operation in Venezuela.
27 Jan 2026 - 6:17AM
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World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos
As Trump shakes world order, Western countries recalibrate approach to China
At Davos, world leaders take veiled swipes at the US, while China frames itself as defender of the post-war system, analysts say.
23 Jan 2026 - 11:00PM
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US-China relations
China to ‘quietly track’ Greenland developments amid Arctic ambitions: analysts
Beijing to focus on maintaining its ‘constructive relationship with US’ and does not need to ‘disrupt that over Greenland’, say experts.
23 Jan 2026 - 3:34PM
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US-China trade war
Chips, soybeans, tariffs: what’s on tap for US-China talks before a Trump visit?
Analysts expect any pre-summit talks to focus on deliverables such as easing semiconductor curbs and boosting agricultural sales, setting the stage for Xi and Trump.
21 Jan 2026 - 10:00PM
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US-China relations
China confirms invite to Trump’s Gaza ‘peace board’ – won’t say if it will join
US President Donald Trump has invited dozens of leaders to join the body, but is reportedly demanding US$1 billion for permanent membership.
20 Jan 2026 - 9:55PM
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Taiwan
Taipei hails US 15% tariffs ‘home run’ despite fears over US$500 billion cost
Deal risks gutting Taiwan’s semiconductor sector, opposition parties warn, as Beijing dubs it a plot to drain lifeblood of island’s industry.
16 Jan 2026 - 9:41PM
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Japan
Why talk of a Japanese nuclear option is resurfacing – and why it alarms critics
Conservatives are calling for a rethink of nuclear taboos, while critics warn of risks to the global non-proliferation regime.
3 Jan 2026 - 3:00PM
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China-Japan relations
Why Chinese victims of Japan’s WWII bio-warfare are still waiting for justice
Dark chapter’s telling complicated by Tokyo’s official denials, Washington’s immunity deals and Beijing’s shifting diplomatic priorities.
28 Dec 2025 - 12:00PM
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TikTok
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TikTok deal could show way forward for US-China engagement
The agreement, under which the platform will become a joint venture controlled by a consortium of investors, highlights the importance of negotiation and mutual respect.
22 Dec 2025 - 7:15AM
US-China relations
China says US defence policy act hypes up threat, urges ‘rational’ view on ties
Foreign ministry says NDAA undermines sovereignty, development interests, as Taiwan Affairs Office slams ‘misguided signals’ to separatists.
19 Dec 2025 - 9:29PM
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Taiwan
Beijing condemns Washington’s landmark US$11 billion arms sale to Taiwan
US State Department approves massive deal that includes billions in Himars and howitzer equipment, drones and software.
18 Dec 2025 - 10:07PM
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China-Asean relations
Cambodia and Thailand tell China’s Wang Yi they’re willing to cease fire
Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers brief Chinese counterpart on border conflict, while Beijing vows to ‘serve as a bridge’.
18 Dec 2025 - 9:53PM
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China-Latin America relations
Chile’s sharp shift to the right puts it at the centre of China-US rivalry
Election of Jose Antonio Kast in Latin American country adds to Donald Trump’s vocal allies but analysts expect China ties to stay stable.
17 Dec 2025 - 6:06AM
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China-Japan relations
Japan defined its stance on Taiwan but Beijing is angered by what it didn’t say
Tokyo ‘deliberately sidestepped the important information that they are territories Japan has stolen’: Chinese foreign ministry.
16 Dec 2025 - 9:37PM
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Jimmy Lai trial
Jimmy Lai’s conviction in Hong Kong becomes flashpoint between China, West
Western nations unlikely to hit city with more sanctions as they need Beijing’s cooperation to offset unfair US trade practices, experts say.
16 Dec 2025 - 1:25AM
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South China Sea
China accuses Philippines of ‘premeditated’ provocations near Sabina Shoal
Meanwhile, Manila says Philippine fishing boats were targeted by Chinese coastguard water cannons near disputed South China Sea reef.
15 Dec 2025 - 7:14PM
Jimmy Lai trial
Hong Kong’s Jimmy Lai found guilty on all charges in national security trial
City leader John Lee welcomes conviction, calls it an upholding of justice and a safeguard for Hong Kong’s core values.
15 Dec 2025 - 6:23PM
China-Japan relations
China marks Nanking massacre anniversary with warning against Japan’s militarism
Top Communist Party official says attempts to challenge post-war order are ‘doomed to failure’ as tensions with Tokyo flare.
13 Dec 2025 - 9:42PM
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China's economic recovery
Beijing digs in for trade ‘struggles’, eyes strategy of growth and resilience
Analysts see leadership’s language after central economic work conference as an admission that trade tensions are expected to endure.
12 Dec 2025 - 10:00PM
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China-Japan relations
Provocative Japanese actions risk plunging Asia into peril: PLA Daily
Chinese military mouthpiece’s commentary comes as Beijing marks 88th anniversary of Nanking massacre amid full-blown diplomatic crisis with Tokyo.
12 Dec 2025 - 7:46PM
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US-China trade war
China may buy Nvidia’s H200 – but homegrown chip strategy here to stay: analysts
Despite Trump easing curbs, domestic chipmakers expected to remain central to Beijing’s tech ambitions.
11 Dec 2025 - 9:00PM
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China-Japan relations
US military sends show of support to Japan as China’s navy, air drills continue
Japanese fighters train with US B-52s and USS George Washington arrives in Yokosuka amid heightened China-Japan tensions.
11 Dec 2025 - 7:13PM
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China-Japan relations
China ‘did tell Japan about air drills but not in enough detail to avoid danger’
Both sides have been trading barbs following a stand-off between fighters during Saturday’s training exercise involving the Liaoning carrier.
10 Dec 2025 - 9:00PM
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China-Japan relations
‘Internal affair’: China dismisses reported US mediation in Japan row
Tokyo denies Wall Street Journal report that Japanese leader was advised not to provoke Beijing on Taiwan issue.
27 Nov 2025 - 8:39PM
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US-China relations
China, US hold ‘candid’ security talks amid Japan, South China Sea tensions
Second meeting under Trump 2.0 marks latest effort from both sides to maintain military communication despite tensions over multiple issues.
22 Nov 2025 - 8:16PM
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