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China Two Sessions: premier Li Qiang will not speak to press in break with tradition

Annual appearances were rare opportunity for foreign media to engage with high-ranking Chinese officials

The Guardian - UK

Australia gives $42m to ASEAN countries for ‘free, open’ South China Sea

Funds come after Philippine president told Australian Parliament he would ‘not yield’ ‘square inch’ in South China Sea.

Al Jazeera

ASEAN-Australia Summit To Decry 'Threat Or Use Of Force' In Region

Leaders from Southeast Asian nations and Australia gathered in Melbourne on Monday are expected to denounce the "threat or use of force" to settle disputes in the region, a collective swipe at China.

International Business Times

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Philippines Foreign Minister Urges China: 'Stop Harassing Us'

Philippine foreign minister Enrique Manalo told AFP on Monday that his country wants to solve maritime disputes with China peacefully -- but delivered a simple message to Beijing: "stop harassing us".

International Business Times

What to expect at China’s ‘Two Sessions’ amid sagging economy, party drama

Legislature and political advisory body to convene to pass laws, make political appointments, and set goals for 2024.

Al Jazeera

ASEAN kicks off with a cash splash, talks and protests

Australia and a major regional player signed new agreements, leaders held high level talks and protesters staged noisy rallies as the ASEAN summit kicked off.

AAP

Exploring The Top 10 Iconic Political Photographs

Explore 10 iconic political photographs that have shaped history and public perception, capturing pivotal moments and evoking strong emotions.

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Mental health leave offered to Taiwanese students as youth suicides double

Scheme allows three days off each term as high school stress and depression rates soar

The Guardian - UK

Chinese dual-use cargo heading to Pakistan seized

Indian security agencies in Mumbai seized a dual-use consignment from China bound for Pakistan's nuclear and missile programme.

The Hindu

Intrigue swirls about possible reshuffles as China’s parliament convenes

Policy blueprint to be set out for year ahead and big personnel changes may be announced

The Guardian - UK

Money, power and the peril of courting Chinese nationalism

Nationalism in China has been invoked for political ends and financial gains, but it is also a destructive force.

Al Jazeera

Will Australia turn to France for backup amid Pacific arms race?

As Australia announces plans to double its naval fleet and boost defence spending, the country is also looking to France to help counter China's expanding influence in the Asia-Pacific region.

Radio France Internationale

What To Know About China's Annual Parliamentary Meeting

Thousands of delegates from across China will convene in Beijing next week for the start of the country's annual legislative meetings known as the "Two Sessions".

International Business Times

Security, Economy In Focus At Key China Meetings

China's top officials hold an annual gathering next week, offering a rare window into the ruling Communist Party's thinking as it tightens its grip in the face of dire economic headwinds.

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New Zealand lobbied French on Solomon Islands-China pact, cables show

New Zealand officials hoped French Polynesia and New Caledonia would respond to security pact, documents show.

International Business Times

New Tuvalu PM Says Focused On Development, Not Taiwan Ties

Tuvalu's new Prime Minister Feleti Teo says his government is focused on the "many key development priorities" facing his Pacific Island nation, not debates about Taiwan relations that have consumed outsiders.

International Business Times UK

Chinese Nationals Illegally Entering US Increased by 7000% Since 2021, Sparking National Security Concerns

A US government national security report has highlighted how China is trying to be a superpower by gathering data from US companies, the general public and academic institutions by sending Chinese nationals as illegal immigrants across the US-Mexican border.

International Business Times

Marcos Says Philippines On 'Frontline' Of Maritime Disputes, 'Will Not Yield'

Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos told Australia's parliament his country was on the "frontline" of a battle for regional peace Thursday, pledging resolve as he sought support in maritime disputes with China.

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The Guardian - AU

US funding delays hurt the Pacific – but there are bigger worries

Pacific leaders are increasingly concerned that Washington’s actions in the region conflict with their objectives

The Hindu

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol to visit India this year: envoy

Yoon Suk Yeol is expected to visit India this year and the two countries are hopeful of concluding ongoing negotiations to upgrade the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

The Hindu

Nepal-India official dialogue silent on landmark Pancheshwar project

India and Nepal have not managed to make any forward movement on the stalled negotiations over the landmark Pancheshwar Multipurpose Project.

Latin Times

US Army To Cut 24,000 Positions Amid Strategic Shift

The decision, outlined in a new Army document, aligns with the Pentagon's refocus on countering Chinese and Russian military capabilities after decades of concentrating on the fight against terrorism.

Al Jazeera

China lauds Russia relations and calls for strengthened Asia-Pacific role

Beijing official said relations with Moscow are at an historic high.

The Guardian - AU

‘Facing up to history’: relatives of Taiwan’s 2-28 massacre victims demand official reckoning

On the anniversary of the start of the killings, families say they want nation to tackle uncomfortable truths

The Guardian - AU

Congress ‘gradually destroying’ US relations with Pacific ally, Marshall Islands president warns

Hilda Heine says US funding delays damage relationship with the Pacific nation as lawmakers say hold-up delivers a ‘gift’ to China

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