What Really Holds China and Russia Together
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, who have described each other as best friends, have a partnership based on strategic interests and mutual benefits, according to BBC.
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Taiwan Responds to Trump’s Independence Warning
Taiwan's foreign ministry stated that 'Beijing has no right to claim jurisdiction over Taiwan' in response to US President Donald Trump's remarks against formal independence.
Russia’s Putin to visit China following Trump’s trip
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit China from May 19 to 20, the Kremlin announced, following U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent trip to Beijing. The timing underscores growing Sino-Russian coordination amid global tensions.
Man killed by 13ft great white shark in Western Australia
A 38-year-old man was killed by a 13ft (4m) great white shark in Western Australia on Saturday. The attack occurred at Horseshoe Reef near Rottnest Island, according to police.
Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence, 9,500 miles from conflict
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Taiwan against declaring independence hours after a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where both leaders discussed the island's future. According to BBC, Trump emphasized the need to 'cool down' tensions and stated he had no interest in engaging in a war.
Trump Leaves China With Little on Iran, AI, and Taiwan
Donald Trump left China without significant agreements on Iran, artificial intelligence, or Taiwan, according to reports from The Guardian and Asia Times.
India hikes fuel prices as Iran crisis bites
India announced a 3-rupee ($0.03) per litre fuel price hike on Friday, with gasoline now priced at 97.77 rupees ($1.02) and diesel at 90.67 rupees ($0.94), according to Al Jazeera.
India’s Adanis Agree to Settle $18m US Fraud Case
India's Adani Group has agreed to pay $18 million to settle a civil fraud case in the US, according to the BBC.
Australia Court Doubles Payout in Trans Woman Discrimination Case
A Sydney court has doubled the discrimination payout for an Australian trans woman, marking a landmark case in gender identity rights, according to the BBC.
Trump Wraps China Visit with Trade Talks and Taiwan Warnings
President Donald Trump concluded his two-day visit to China on Friday, with the leaders of the U.S. and China holding a closed-door meeting that lasted about two hours and 15 minutes, according to CBS News.
Canadian Officer Acquitted of Spying for China
A retired Canadian police officer accused of spying for China has been acquitted of national security charges after prosecutors failed to prove their case, according to The Guardian.
Trump in China: Flattery, fanfare but tensions persist
Donald Trump was welcomed with flattery and fanfare during his visit to China, though key issues like trade and Taiwan remain unresolved, according to BBC.
China Warns Trump of Potential Conflicts Over Taiwan
During a two-day summit in Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping warned U.S. President Donald Trump that mishandling the Taiwan issue could lead to serious conflict, according to state media.
Trump’s China Visit Day One: Trade, Taiwan, and Tensions
President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a two-hour bilateral meeting on Thursday, the first of Trump’s China visit delayed by the U.S.-Iran conflict, according to BBC.
Trump-Xi Summit: Trade, Iran, and Taiwan on High-Stakes Agenda in China
President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with trade, Iran, and Taiwan on the agenda. Trump emphasized a strong relationship with Xi, but his administration faces pressure from U.S. allies and economic challenges.