Putin and Xi pledge to ‘nurture’ deepening alliance against United States and the West China and Russia to deepen their ‘no limits’ partnership against America and its allies The Independent UK · May 16, 2024
Putin and Xi Jinping claim their ‘unprecedented partnership’ is a stabilising influence at Beijing talks Putin refers to his invasion of a European neighbour euphemistically as the ‘situation in Ukraine’ as Xi says he hopes to see ‘peace and stability’ in the continent The Independent UK · May 16, 2024
34% of Brits Say UK Economy Is Huge Concern: Household Budgets Leaner and Food Scarcity Rising Polling shows Britons place the economy at the top of the list of priorities and the UK government will need to address the public's concerns. International Business Times UK · May 16, 2024
US Navy flagship carrier USS Ronald Reagan leaves its Japan home port after nearly 9 years A U.S. Navy strike group’s flagship aircraft carrier has left its Japanese home port, wrapping up nearly nine years of deployment in the Indo-Pacific, where it served a key role in the U.S. effort to bolster defense ties with Japan and other partners in the region The Independent UK · May 16, 2024
Putin and Xi announce plans to strengthen military ties in Beijing Russian leader praises ‘comradely’ talks with Chinese president before concert to mark 75 years of ‘friendship’ The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2024
Xi, Putin Hail Ties As 'Stabilizing' Force In Chaotic World Leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin framed their nations' ties as a stabilizing force in a chaotic world as they met Thursday in Beijing, where the Russian president is seeking greater Chinese support for his war effort in Ukraine and isolated economy. International Business Times · May 16, 2024
A Pariah In The West, Putin Finds Fans In Beijing Beijingers praised Vladimir Putin's "charisma" on Thursday and expressed hopes that China would deepen ties with Moscow as the Russian leader paid a two-day visit. International Business Times · May 16, 2024
China trade block drop on cards as premier visits The remaining trade impediments against Australian lobster and abattoirs could be dropped ahead of a trip by the Chinese premier and commerce minister. AAP · May 16, 2024
Putin and Xi sign declaration on reinforcing strategic partnership China’s leader Xi Jinping welcomed Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on Thursday as he began a two-day state visit while Moscow presses forward with a new offensive in Ukraine, underscoring the close relationship between the autocratic leaders. France 24 · May 16, 2024
China and Cambodia begin 15-day military exercises as questions grow about Beijing's influence Cambodia and China have begun 15-day military exercises as questions grow about Beijing’s increasing influence in the Southeast Asian nation The Independent UK · May 16, 2024
Vladimir Putin arrives in China to meet Xi Jinping as West watches with growing concern Russian president seeks to deepen pivotal relationship as West pressures Beijing to cut support to Moscow’s defence industry The Independent UK · May 16, 2024
Vladimir Putin strengthens friendship with Xi Jinping on state visit to China China’s leader Xi Jinping welcomed Russia’s President Vladimir Putin on Thursday as he began a two-day state visit. Evening Standard · May 16, 2024
Putin And Xi Strengthen Strategic Partnership Against The West Explore the evolving Russia-China alliance, marked by economic ties, military cooperation, and shared anti-Western stance amidst global security concerns. Top News · May 16, 2024
Zelenskiy says situation is ‘difficult’ on visit to Kharkiv; Putin calls China relationship an international ‘stabilising factor’ – as it happened Ukrainian military says its has forced Russia to reduce tempo of offensive; Russian president thanks Xi Jinping for ‘trying to solve Ukraine crisis’ The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024
Al Jazeera · May 16, 2024 ‘Old friend’ Putin and China’s Xi strengthen strategic ties at summit Leaders present relationship as stabilising force as Putin expresses gratitude to crucial ally in Ukraine war.
The Conversation · May 15, 2024 New commission sheds light on how diaspora communities are impacted by foreign interference The federal government established the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference in Federal Electoral Processes and Democratic Institutions, led by Justice Marie-Josée Hogue, in September 2023.
International Business Times · May 15, 2024 Putin Heads To Beijing Seeking Greater Support For War Effort Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in China on Thursday to meet his "dear friend" Xi Jinping as he seeks to win greater support from Beijing for his war effort in Ukraine and his isolated economy.
Tom’s Hardware · May 15, 2024 US to increase tariffs on Chinese semiconductors by 100% in 2025 — officials say it protects the $53 billion spent on the CHIPS Act The U.S. will increase import tariffs on Chinese semiconductors from 25% to 50% in 2025.
Al Jazeera · May 15, 2024 ‘Genuine desire’: Putin backs China peace plan to end Ukraine war Isolated Putin to meet Xi to rally support for the war, but cautious China is wary of punitive measures from the West.
The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2024 Singapore to get guitar-playing new PM in first transfer of power for 20 years Lee Hsien Loong will stand down and hand power to his deputy Lawrence Wong at a challenging time for the city state
The Guardian - UK · May 15, 2024 Putin and Xi’s ‘no-limits’ friendship will be put to the test on state visit to China Russia, shunned from the world stage, and China, subject to new US tariffs, want to pivot further from the west
The Hindu · May 15, 2024 Deployment of force on LAC with China abnormal, country's security can't be disregarded: Jaishankar External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar on May 14 said that the deployment of forces at the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China is “abnormal” and the security of the country should not be disregarded.
International Business Times · May 14, 2024 US To Raise Tariffs On $18 Bn Of China Imports Including Chips The United States is hiking tariffs on $18 billion worth of Chinese imports, targeting strategic sectors like electric vehicles, batteries, steel and critical minerals, the White House said Tuesday.
WEKU · May 14, 2024 Biden announces new tariffs on imports of Chinese goods, including electric vehicles President Biden is keeping the tariffs on Chinese imports put in place by his predecessor and 2024 opponent, former President Donald Trump. And he's adding new ones for things like electric vehicles.
International Business Times · May 14, 2024 Putin To Visit Beijing This Week Putin will be in Beijing from Thursday to Friday, foreign ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying said, in the Russian leader's second visit to China in just over six months.