China fulfills its 12 million ton soybean purchase pledge to the U.S. amidst trade tensions and policy uncertainty, offering farmers temporary relief but raising questions about future commitments.
China's anti-corruption campaign has punished nearly one million officials in 2025, with President Xi Jinping calling for continued intensified efforts to root out graft and consolidate power.
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US military deployments are expanding across the Middle East as Trump signals tougher Iran action, fueling Israeli debate over the scale of a possible strike and raising fears of Iranian retaliation.
Air France and KLM have canceled weekend flights to Israel as more airlines suspend or adjust routes to Tel Aviv and the Middle East amid rising regional tensions and airspace concerns.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and former U.S. President Donald Trump are set to meet at the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss regional developments, including the Gaza conflict and the Nile Dam dispute.
The EU is sending emergency generators to Ukraine to combat the energy crisis caused by Russian strikes, providing vital power to millions amid freezing temperatures.
The US and Europe are increasing outreach to Brazil for critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to build alternative supply chains as competition for strategic resources intensifies.
The EU is moving toward mandatory rules to phase out “high-risk” tech suppliers from critical infrastructure, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity and reduce strategic dependence across member states.
Foreign direct investment into China dropped 9.5% in 2025 to 747.7 billion yuan, official data shows, despite higher inflows from Switzerland, the UAE and the UK.
Singapore unveiled a new Model AI Governance Framework for Agentic AI, offering guidance and safeguards for responsible deployment of autonomous AI agents in business.
Italy and Germany pledged closer coordination on critical raw materials to secure stable supply chains and curb price dominance, as Europe seeks stronger industrial resilience.
Naomi Osaka makes a stylish return to the Australian Open with a unique outfit, secures a win, and navigates a tense post-match handshake with Sorana Cirstea.
The US and Europe are increasing outreach to Brazil for critical minerals and rare earths, aiming to build alternative supply chains as competition for strategic resources intensifies.
The EU is moving toward mandatory rules to phase out “high-risk” tech suppliers from critical infrastructure, aiming to strengthen cybersecurity and reduce strategic dependence across member states.
Foreign direct investment into China dropped 9.5% in 2025 to 747.7 billion yuan, official data shows, despite higher inflows from Switzerland, the UAE and the UK.
The provinces in East China have increased their efforts to attract inbound tourists after the resumption of normal cross-border travel. The Hong Kong and...
