Zelensky believes the summit will increase international pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin. He appeals to leaders who are not part of the Global Peace Summit to show leadership in advancing peace. Russia denies the conference’s relevance, stating it doesn’t serve its interests. On Sunday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appealed to US President Joe Biden … Read more
China urges Blinken to address rising disagreements or risk a “downward spiral” between the two powers. Blinken, making his second visit to the rival country in less than a year. Blinken’s aides previously indicated he would address concerns, including China’s support for Russia. On Friday, Chinese President Xi Jinping conveyed to top US diplomat Antony … Read more
China and Russia are each other’s largest neighbors and most important strategic partners. China’s suggestions have been rejected by the US and its allies as favoring Russia. The Ukraine crisis was the subject of “an in-depth exchange of ideas” between Putin and Xi. On the second day of his state visit to Moscow on Tuesday, … Read more
World leaders gather in Bangkok for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. Leaders from 21 economies are gathering to discuss ways to foster growth in the region. Chinese President Xi Jinping urges for peace, stability and the creation of a more equitable international order. As world leaders assemble for the final of three summits held … Read more
Hong Kong’s Chief Executive John Lee arrives in Bangkok for APEC summit. It is the first time Lee has been to a global gathering since 2013. Lee is anticipated to use the meeting to pitch Hong Kong as open for business. He will lead a Hong Kong delegation in meetings with Thai counterparts. John Lee, … Read more
Xi Jinping’s stance on Ukraine will be scrutinized during his discussions with US President Joe Biden. China has stated its support for peace and insistence that it is neutral in the conflict. Western officials have pushed China to use its contacts with Russia to mediate a settlement of the dispute. This year’s G20 meeting will … Read more
The high-stakes discussion between Vice President Biden and Chinese leader Xi has now been going on for three hours. The meeting started at 5:41 p.m., which is 4:41 a.m. Eastern Time. US officials said there wasn’t a set time limit but suggested they expected the meeting to run “a couple hours”. The high-stakes discussion between … Read more
BEIJING – Chinese President Xi Jinping said that China and Indonesia should advance cooperation in a coordinated manner in the post-pandemic era. In a phone conversation with Indonesian President Joko Widodo, Xi suggested that the two sides integrate Belt and Road cooperation with China’s building of a new development pattern and Indonesia’s medium and long-term … Read more
BEIJING: Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday urged new progress in China-Iceland relations on the basis of mutual respect, mutual benefit and win-win outcomes. Xi and President of Iceland Gudni Johannesson exchanged congratulatory messages, celebrating the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, which the Chinese president said is a new starting point … Read more
The Pakistan cricket team will be looking for a clean sweep against the hosts Bangladesh today as both teams will meet each other in the final T20I match of the three-match series in Dhaka, scheduled to start at 01:00 pm PST. Bangladesh had troubled the Pakistani batsmen with their destructive bowling but their insipid batting … Read more
