China's President Xi returns home after closely watched trip to North Korea Chinese President Xi Jinping has returned home, ending a rare state visit to North Korea The Independent UK · Jun 9
Beijing condemns US move to blacklist Chinese companies China said Tuesday that it “firmly opposed” the US decision to blacklist major Chinese companies including Alibaba and Baidu, after Washington accused them of aiding the Chinese military. Beijing warned against what it called the “unreasonable suppression” of Chinese firms and called on Washington to correct its decision. France 24 · Jun 9
Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un pledge to ‘resist US aggression’ during rare North Korea summit Xi and Kim pledge to keep ‘resisting US aggression and aiding Korea’ The Independent UK · Jun 9
Taiwan simulates destroying an invading Chinese force in coastal drill TAICHUNG — Taiwan's military simulated destroying an invading Chinese force in a coastal exercise on Tuesday, firing off rockets and artillery to stop an amphibious assault in what it described as a more realistic combat scenario with less preparation time. Bangkok Post · Jun 9
Proposed Hong Kong law allows leader to classify criminal acts as national security offences Critics say move will undermine rule of law and enable weaponisation of crimes like commercial fraud and money laundering The Independent UK · Jun 9
China's Xi vows unwavering support for North Korea's Kim in rare Pyongyang visit President Xi Jinping reaffirmed China's unwavering commitment to safeguarding common interests and supporting Kim Jong Un during a rare summit in Pyongyang. The leaders agreed to strengthen strategic ties, with Xi emphasizing opposition to hegemony and promoting regional stability. The visit highlights Beijing's view of Pyongyang as a strategic asset. The Economic Times · Jun 9
Xi And Kim Push For Increased Cooperation As Beijing And Pyongyang Get Closer Kim Jong Un hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping in Pyongyang on Monday with a large-scale ceremonial welcome featuring military honors, flag-lined streets and coordinated displays across the North Korean capital as part of a rare visit by the Chinese leader. International Business Times · Jun 8
‘A special sense of closeness’: China’s Xi vows stronger ties with North Korea in rare visit Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday said that China world not swerve from its commitment to safeguarding common interests with North Korea or waver in its support for Kim Jong Un during a rare summit between the two leaders in Pyongyang. The summit comes at a time when China's economy,… France 24 · Jun 8
190 vs 620: India has nuke edge over Pakistan but can it deter China? China is rapidly expanding its nuclear arsenal, outpacing India in warhead numbers and technological advancements. India is enhancing its nuclear triad, focusing on a survivable second-strike capability. The expansion of India's submarine fleet and missile readiness are key developments. India's nuclear planning now emphasizes longer-range systems targeting China. The Economic Times · Jun 8
Amidst Iran, Ukraine conflicts, China President Xi Jinping, North Korea leader Kim Jong Un sends message to Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin Chinese president's first trip to North Korea since 2019 and also his first foreign visit this year. The Economic Times · Jun 8
India, UK talks progressing on resolving issues for trade pact implementation: Official India and the UK are making good progress on their free trade agreement. Discussions are ongoing to resolve issues like the UK's steel safeguard measure and carbon border adjustment mechanism. These measures have been a sticking point for the agreement. Both sides are working on proposals and counter-questions to find… The Economic Times · Jun 8
India, US trade pact can be finalised after conclusion of Sec 301 investigations: Official India and the US are nearing the completion of their interim trade agreement's first phase. This crucial step hinges on the conclusion of America's Section 301 investigations. Officials indicate the pact could be finalized by mid-July. Discussions are ongoing, with a high-level US team expected to visit India soon. This… The Economic Times · Jun 8
India, China should stick to 'right strategic perception' of being cooperative partners, not rivals: Beijing China urges India to view them as cooperative partners, not rivals, emphasizing mutual development and opportunities. Beijing supports dialogue between India and Pakistan to resolve differences. Meanwhile, Russia's President Putin highlighted his nation's strong, independent ties with both India and China, stressing that Moscow's relationships with each do not negatively… The Economic Times · Jun 8
While world makes beeline for Beijing, Xi flies to North Korea - Why China is worried about Kim Jong Un and Russia Chinese President Xi Jinping has landed in North Korea for his first overseas trip of the year. The Times of India · Jun 8
The Times of India · Jun 8 Rare visit: China's Xi Jinping meets North Korea's Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang Chinese President Xi Jinping began a state visit to North Korea, meeting with leader Kim Jong Un to strengthen strategic ties. Xi emphasized their "unbreakable and enduring" friendship and commitment to regional peace. The visit occurs amid heightened tensions and North Korea's non-negotiable stance on its nuclear program.
The Economic Times · Jun 8 China's Xi hails 'new start' in North Korea ties ahead of summit Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting North Korea to strengthen ties. This visit occurs as North Korea increases trade and military cooperation with Russia. China aims to foster strategic cooperation and socialism. North Korea has showcased its military strength ahead of the summit. This marks Xi's first international trip this…
Bangkok Post · Jun 8 China's Xi lands in North Korea for rare visit SEOUL - China's President Xi Jinping hailed an "invincible friendship" with Pyongyang as he arrived in North Korea Monday, his first trip abroad this year after hosting back-to-back summits in Beijing.
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Hong Kong proposes to let city leader decide what counts as national security offense The Hong Kong government is proposing to allow the city’s leader to classify certain criminal acts as national security offenses
The Independent UK · Jun 8 Chinese leader Xi heads to North Korea for closely watched talks with Kim Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to travel to Pyongyang in his first visit in seven years, a trip likely meant to reassert China’s unique influence over North Korea in return for providing economic and political benefits
The Economic Times · Jun 8 Gold price today: Gold rate crash to continue in June? All you need to know Gold rate will remain sensitive to developments in West Asia, according to bullion exparts.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 7 Xi Jinping arrives in Pyongyang on trip to revitalise China-North Korea ties Kim Jong-un welcomes Chinese leader on visit to renew relations strained amid Pyongyang’s closeness with Russia
Bored Panda · Jun 7 Husband Arrested For Forging Hospital Records To Get Wife Expensive Dialysis Treatment, Sparks Health Debate “I had been pushed to the point where there was no other way,” the husband said.
Bangkok Post · Jun 7 China's Xi to visit North Korea after meetings with Trump, Putin SEOUL - Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to arrive in North Korea on Monday after hosting back-to-back summits with US President Donald Trump and Russia's Vladimir Putin last month.
The Times of India · Jun 7 Xi’s war on the Uyghurs: The battle for identity in China's far West When Chinese authorities detained Uyghur economist Ilham Tohti in January 2014, his daughter Jewher Ilham was preparing for a future she believed would include both her family and her father's work promoting dialogue between Uyghurs and Han Chinese. Instead, Tohti was sentenced later that year to life imprisonment on separatism-related…
The Economic Times · Jun 7 India-Indonesia ties deepen as EAM Jaishankar outlines blueprint for defence, trade cooperation External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar co-chaired the 8th Joint Commission Meeting in New Delhi with his Indonesian counterpart Sugiono. The discussions focused on expanding multi-sectoral cooperation, including defence, trade, and health, while strengthening counter-terrorism ties and building on the fresh momentum from recent high-level leadership visits.