Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Global mining tensions surge as China boosts Green Tech production

Global mining tensions surge as China boosts Green Tech production

The firing of several Argentine staff sparked the protest. China, already dominating the processing of minerals vital to the green economy, is expanding its involvement in mining them. Chinese companies now control an estimated 33% of the lithium at projects currently producing or under construction. Earlier this year, angry chants outside her dormitory in northern … Read more

Elon Musk visits China to discuss self-driving technology

Elon Musk visits China to discuss self-driving technology

Musk expressed a willingness to cooperate with China to achieve more win-win results. Tesla’s second-biggest market is China, with other carmakers like Xpeng aiming to compete with Tesla. Tesla has reassured Chinese authorities about the FSD rollout by establishing a data center in Shanghai. Visiting Beijing, Elon Musk aims to discuss enabling autonomous driving mode … Read more

Germany confronts surge of spying threats from Russia and China

Germany confronts surge of spying threats from Russia and China

German authorities arrested six suspected spies this month in cases involving Russian and Chinese espionage. Prosecutors are investigating Krah over alleged payments from pro-Russian and Chinese sources. The arrests follow Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s return from talks with China’s President Xi Jinping. German authorities have arrested six suspected spies in Germany this month alone, amidst a … Read more

Chinese parent company declares TikTok will not be sold to US entities

Chinese parent company declares TikTok will not be sold to US entities

ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, denies plans to sell the company. The US President Joe Biden signed the sell-or-ban measure into law on Wednesday. TikTok has refuted claims of Chinese government control over ByteDance. ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, asserts it has no intention of selling the business despite the US passing a law compelling … Read more

Two UK men charged with spying for China under official secrets act

Two UK men charged with spying for China under official secrets act

Christopher Berry, 32, and Christopher Cash, 29, were charged with spying for China under the Official Secrets Act. Charges under the Act relate to allegedly providing “useful information” to a foreign state. The charges are set to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on 26 April. The Met Police have charged Christopher Berry, 32, and Christopher … Read more

China raises concerns over AUKUS pact, cciting Nuclear proliferation risk in Pacific

China raises concerns over AUKUS pact, cciting Nuclear proliferation risk in Pacific

The agreement “runs counter” to a South Pacific treaty banning nuclear weapons in the region. The Chinese foreign minister criticized the AUKUS agreement for raising serious nuclear proliferation risks. The AUKUS nations are considering cooperation with Japan on military technology, including advanced warfighting capabilities. During a weekend visit aimed at strengthening Beijing’s ties with Papua … Read more

Chancellor Scholz balances trade and politics in China

Chancellor Scholz balances trade and politics in China

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrives in China to strengthen economic ties with Berlin’s largest trading partner. Scholz’s second trip to China since taking office is a three-day tour through Chongqing, Shanghai, and Beijing. Germany’s economy shrank by 0.3% last year due to inflation, high-interest rates, and cooling exports. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrived in China … Read more

India’s Modi calls for peace along with China border

India's Modi calls for peace along with China border

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi urges India and China to address border disputes to improve bilateral relations. He emphasized the need for resolution on the ill-defined, 3,440km (2,100-mile)-long Himalayan border. He emphasized the importance of peaceful relations between the two countries for the entire region and the world. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged … Read more

Premier Li urges respect between US and China in talks with Yellen

Premier Li urges respect between US and China in talks with Yellen

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen and Chinese Premier Li Qiang expressed hope for improved bilateral relations. Yellen emphasized the need for direct and open communication to move the relationship forward. Both countries agreed to hold talks on balanced growth under an existing working group. At the start of their Sunday meeting in Beijing, US Treasury … Read more

China Prepares to Ship First 300 Electric Buses

China Prepares to Ship First 300 Electric Buses

A major advancement in Islamabad’s public transportation system is underway, with the imminent departure of the first batch of electric buses from China. Comprising 30 buses out of a larger fleet of 150, these electric vehicles are set to arrive in Karachi within the next three weeks before making their way to Islamabad. This shipment … Read more

Philippines confronts China: Summons envoy over South China Sea Water-Cannon clash

Philippines confronts China: Summons envoy over South China Sea Water-Cannon clash

The Philippines summoned the Chinese envoy over an incident in the South China Sea. Philippine Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro Jr. criticized China’s ongoing interference. Geopolitical analyst Don McLain Gil emphasized the need for the Philippines. On Monday, the Philippines summoned the Chinese envoy over a recent incident in the South China Sea and challenged Beijing … Read more

China accuses Philippines of ignoring South China Sea proposal amid rising tensions

China accuses Philippines of ignoring South China Sea proposal amid rising tensions

The dispute centers around a decaying ship marooned by the Philippines on Second Thomas Shoal. The Philippines’ Coast Guard escorts have clashed with China Coast Guard escorts. US President Joe Biden pledged to defend Manila if Beijing attacked, citing the mutual defense treaty. An unnamed senior Chinese official informed the Manila Times that the Philippines … Read more

US army analyst arrested for selling classified military Intel to China

US army analyst arrested for selling classified military Intel to China

Sgt Korbein Schultz was arrested in Kentucky after being charged with selling sensitive military secrets to a contact in China. Schultz received $42,000 (£33,000) in exchange for providing dozens of sensitive security records. The criminal conspiracy began in June 2022 and persisted until Schultz’s arrest. Authorities arrested Sgt Korbein Schultz on Thursday at Fort Campbell … Read more

China sets ambitious 2024 economic target at national people’s congress

China sets ambitious 2024 economic target at national people's congress

Premier Li Qiang announced a 5% growth target for China’s economy at the annual National People’s Congress. He acknowledged the country’s economic challenges, including real estate, local government debt, and small and medium financial institutions. Despite official figures indicating a 5.2% GDP growth in 2018, critics argue the real figure could be less than a … Read more

India Fears Losing Smartphone Export Race to China, Vietnam

India Fears Losing Smartphone Export Race to China, Vietnam

High tariffs risk India’s smartphone export to China, Vietnam. Deputy IT Minister urges quick tariff reduction for global appeal. Strategic tariff shift needed with exports at 25% amid domestic saturation. India faces the risk of losing out to global competitors such as China and Vietnam. Government documents reveal the concerns of India’s deputy IT minister, … Read more

Donald Trump threatens additional China tariffs if re-elected

Donald Trump threatens additional China tariffs if re-elected

He has consistently accused China of unfair trading practices and intellectual property theft. Trump initiated a trade war between the world’s two largest economies. There is growing bipartisan support for reducing economic ties between the US and China. In an interview, former US president Donald Trump declared his intention to impose tariffs exceeding 60% on … Read more

China implements 24/7 monitoring cameras for government-funded projects

China implements 24/7 monitoring cameras for government-funded projects

The move is part of authorities’ efforts to support China’s crisis-hit property industry. The measures aim to strengthen investment supervision. The rules are part of the Chinese government’s efforts to ensure funds. This month, Chinese developers who have received a minimum of 30 million yuan ($4.2 million; £3.3 million) in government funding must install monitoring … Read more

Myanmar handed over three Chinese warlords to Beijing

Myanmar handed over three Chinese warlords to Beijing

The move is part of the military-backed Chinese mafia’s downfall in Myanmar. General Min Aung Hlaing, faced pressure from China to control scam centers. China’s discomfort with the situation led to coordinated attacks against the military. Myanmar handed over three notorious Chinese warlords, Bai Suocheng, Wei Chaoren, and Liu Zhengxiang, to Beijing. These warlords, known … Read more

Time-Shift Breakthrough: Scientists Unveil Revolutionary Clock

Time-Shift Breakthrough: Scientists Unveil Revolutionary Clock

China’s optical clock: 1 sec shift every 7 billion years. Breakthrough for global optical clock network and physics research. Applications in secure communication, satellites, and defense. In a groundbreaking achievement, scientists in China have unveiled an optical clock with the astounding capability to lose or gain just one second every 7 billion years. This technological … Read more

China has tightened its stock market regulations in response to economic sell-off

China has tightened its stock market regulations in response to economic sell-off

Critics view short-selling as a ruthless trading strategy that undermines companies. The CSRC announced a complete suspension of lending of restricted stocks. Premier Li Qiang urged authorities to take more “forceful” measures to stabilize share prices. The government of the world’s second-largest economy has implemented stricter rules in the financial industry to curb a growing … Read more

China Issues Warning on ‘Exotic Beauty’ Traps by Foreign Spies

China Issues Warning on 'Exotic Beauty' Traps by Foreign Spies

China warns of foreign spies using allure tactics. Li Si blackmailed after overseas nightclub visit. Warnings reveal leaders’ insecurity about perceived threats. Ministry of State Security in China has issued a warning to its citizens about the potential dangers of falling prey to “exotic beauties” used by foreign spy agencies. The ministry shared a cautionary … Read more

China Unveils Counterterrorism Legal Framework

China Unveils Counterterrorism Legal Framework

China focuses on a robust legal framework for counterterrorism. Prioritizes citizen rights and social stability in handling terrorism cases. Actively collaborates globally for effective counterterrorism governance. China’s State Council Information Office has released a white paper titled “China’s Legal Framework and Measures for Counterterrorism,” emphasizing the nation’s commitment to law-based counterterrorism efforts. The document outlines … Read more

Flight Delayed 3 Hours as Father Insists on First-Class Upgrade for Son

Flight Delayed 3 Hours as Father Insists on First-Class Upgrade for Son

China flight delayed, canceled: Father demands free first-class upgrade for crying 2-year-old. Parents bought economy ticket for the child; father insists on a free upgrade. Police called, flight canceled, inconveniencing 300 passengers. In a bizarre incident last month, a domestic flight in China was delayed for three hours and eventually cancelled after a heated argument … Read more

FM Jilani expresses sorrow over loss of lives in China

FM Jilani

ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Foreign Minister Jalil Abbas Jilani expressed sorrow over the loss of precious lives in a landslide in Yunnan, saying that Pakistan stood with China in this hour of tragedy.

“Our deepest condolences to the victims and their families, and best wishes for the ongoing search and rescue operations,” he wrote on his X handle.

According to the international media, at least 31 people died when a landslide struck a remote and mountainous part of southwestern China.

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ECP issues special permits to foreign media for election coverage

ECP

ISLAMABAD: The Election Commission of Pakistan (ECP) has issued permits to foreign journalists for coverage of the general elections 2024 scheduled for February 28.

In the first phase, 49 journalists from 13 countries have been given election coverage permits.

Permits have been issued to journalists from China, Japan, the USA, UK, Canada, France and Hong Kong.

Permits have also been issued to journalists from Serbia, Sweden, Germany, Australia, Thailand and Singapore.

Delegations from the European Union, and Commonwealth countries will also come to observe the election.

According to the statement, about 136 foreign journalists have applied for permission to cover the elections to be held on February 8, 2024.

Those Foreign journalists, who have not yet been issued permits for coverage, will get the permission passes soon. Besides, delegations from the European Union, Commonwealth countries will also come to observe the election.

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Yunnan landslide in China killed 8 people and dozens are missing

Yunnan landslide in China killed 8 people and dozens are missing

Yunnan landslide caused 47 people to be trapped in Zhaotong city. President Xi Jinping ordered an “all-out” rescue effort due to sub-zero temperatures. Over 500 people evacuated, and nearly 1,000 rescue workers were dispatched. A landslide struck China’s southwestern province of Yunnan, claiming the lives of at least eight people and trapping 47 individuals in … Read more

13 people killed in a tragic incident of school dormitory fire in China

13 people killed in a tragic incident of school dormitory fire in China

Authorities detained the school manager, and they are currently conducting an investigation. The victims were from the same third-grade class. Police cordoned off the school’s surroundings and patrolled the area. A tragic incident unfolded at the Yingcai School in Yanshanpu village, Henan province, central China, on Friday night, claiming the lives of thirteen schoolchildren aged … Read more

UAE expresses condolences to China over school fire and factory explosion

UAE expresses condolences to China over school fire and factory explosion

The United Arab Emirates has conveyed its heartfelt sympathies and support to the People’s Republic of China on the victims of the fire that occurred in a school dormitory located in Fangcheng County, Henan Province. Additionally, the nation expressed its condolences to the families of those killed and injured in a factory explosion in Jiangsu … Read more