India and China hail warming ties amid Trump-induced geopolitical shake-up Countries agree to resume trade links and work to resolving border dispute after visit to Delhi by top diplomat Wang Yi The Guardian - UK · Aug 20, 2025
China to unveil advanced weapons at huge military parade to mark WWII end Chinese military to showcase advanced fighter planes, missile systems on 80th anniversary of end of World War II. Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2025
North Korea slams South Korea’s peace overtures as US drills continue North Korean leader’s sister says South Korea cannot be a diplomatic partner, denounces ongoing army drills with the US. Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2025
California man who admitted shipping weapons to North Korea is sentenced to 8 years in prison A California man has been sentenced to eight years in prison after admitting to shipping weapons and ammunition to North Korea The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025
India’s Modi meets China’s top diplomat Wang as Asian powers rebuild ties Ties between the two nuclear-armed Asian powers have made ‘steady progress’, India’s PM Modi says. Al Jazeera · Aug 19, 2025
Voices: Britain’s shameful inaction on Jimmy Lai could cost him his life COMMENT: As his health deteriorates in a Hong Kong jail, the businessman’s detention is now a test of Keir Starmer’s seriousness about human rights – and the government’s willingness to defend its citizens and values abroad, says Jodie Ginsberg The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025
China’s top diplomat Wang Yi set for key talks with Modi in India Wang Yi will also meet India’s top intelligence chief Ajit Doval in New Delhi ahead of his talks with Modi The Independent UK · Aug 19, 2025
Hong Kong activist Tony Chung says he has been granted asylum in the UK Chung, one of youngest people to get jail sentence under security law, posts Home Office letter agreeing he has ‘well-founded fear of persecution’ The Guardian - UK · Aug 18, 2025
China Slams Germany For 'Hyping' Regional Tensions In Asia China lashed out at Germany on Monday, warning Berlin against "inciting confrontation and hyping up tensions" after its foreign minister said Beijing was "increasingly aggressive" in the Asia-Pacific region. International Business Times · Aug 18, 2025
Trump's Tariff Ceasefire Is Failing To Stop US-China Trade Collapse: Container Ship Traffic Hits Lowest Readings In 2 Years Container shipping activity between China and the United States is sliding again, with traffic hitting its weakest levels in two years, according to the latest reports. Benzinga · Aug 18, 2025
South Korean and US militaries begin annual summertime drills to cope with North Korean threats South Korea and the United States began their annual large-scale joint military exercise on Monday to better cope with threats by nuclear-armed North Korea The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2025
Hong Kong court begins hearing final arguments in Jimmy Lai's national security trial A Hong Kong court has begun hearing final arguments in the national security trial of former Apple Daily publisher Jimmy Lai The Independent UK · Aug 18, 2025
Hong Kong pro-democracy activists granted asylum in Australia and Britain Dozens of activists are on the run from authorities in the China-ruled city after a crackdown on civil liberties. Al Jazeera · Aug 17, 2025
US seeks shipbuilding expertise from South Korea and Japan to counter China American lawmakers are using a trip to South Korea and Japan to explore how the United States can tap those allies’ shipbuilding expertise and capacity to help boost its own capabilities The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2025
The Independent UK · Aug 17, 2025 Trump claims Chinese president Xi made him a big promise about the fate of Taiwan Xi Jinping tells Trump that ‘China is very patient’, US president says
The Guardian - AU · Aug 17, 2025 Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Ted Hui reportedly granted asylum in Australia Exiled former lawmaker with $200,000 bounty for his arrest, who now works as a solicitor in Adelaide, says he and his family granted protection visas
International Business Times · Aug 17, 2025 Former Pro-democracy Hong Kong Lawmaker Granted Asylum In Australia Former pro-democracy Hong Kong lawmaker Ted Hui who is wanted by the Chinese city has been granted asylum in Australia, he said in a social media post, calling on Canberra to do more for those who remain jailed.
Benzinga · Aug 16, 2025 Trump Says Xi Jinping Assured China Would 'Never' Invade Taiwan During His Presidency: 'Appreciate That' U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday that Chinese President Xi Jinping personally assured him China would not invade Taiwan while Trump remains in office, even as trade, technology and geopolitical tensions continue to strain relations between the two nations.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 15, 2025 Tuvalu considers pulling out of Pacific leaders’ summit amid China-linked power struggle Exclusive: Prime minister Feletei Teo says Tuvalu may withdraw from crucial meeting after key countries such as Taiwan were barred from attending
Tom’s Hardware · Aug 15, 2025 Asus says 90% of its PC and motherboard production has been offshored from China to blunt tariffs — manufacturing moved to Thailand, Vietnam, and Indonesia It's doing this to find lower tariffs put on neighboring countries.
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025 South Korean president urges Japan to confront its colonial history in Liberation Day address President Lee Jae Myung called on Tokyo to face its history in his Liberation Day address
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025 Australian and Philippine forces launch largest military exercises near disputed South China Sea Australia has launched its largest military exercises with Philippine forces, involving over 3,600 personnel in live-fire drills and a beach assault near the South China Sea
The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2025 Hong Kong’s population stabilises for first time in a decade The city recorded an inflow of 18,200 residents during mid-2024 to mid-2025
The Guardian - UK · Aug 15, 2025 China and Britain shared a mission to fight aggression and fascism. And we can work together today As we remember VJ Day, let us also recall a spirit that can help us combat regional instability and climate change, says Zheng Zeguang, Chinese ambassador to the UK
International Business Times · Aug 15, 2025 South Korea President Vows To Build 'Military Trust' With North South Korean President Lee Jae Myung vowed Friday to "respect" North Korea's political system and build "military trust", a day after Pyongyang said it had no interest in improving relations with Seoul.