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Chinese tycoon Guo Wengui sentenced to 30 years in US prison for fraud

Guo Wengui, who gained fans for criticising Communist party in China, was found guilty in 2024 on nine charges including money laundering

The Guardian - AU

Fugitive billionaire who vowed to destroy China’s communist regime jailed for 30 years in $1bn fraud scandal

The judge said Guo ‘preyed on those seeking to bring Democracy to China,’ taking their money so he could live lavishly

The Independent UK

EU sets up three months of talks with China over €360bn trade deficit

Two sides agree to try to make bilateral relationship ‘more balanced’ after weeks of threats

The Guardian - UK

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EU introduces €3 customs charge on small parcels to curb cheap Chinese imports

Parcels of goods worth under €150 will no longer enjoy ‘de minimis’ exemption, exploited by platforms such as Temu and Shein

The Guardian - UK

EU, China trade tensions loom over minister visit

BRUSSELS (BELGIUM) - Europe and China were seeking to gauge Monday whether trade frictions can be resolved without a fight, as top EU trade official Maros Sefcovic hosts his Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao in Brussels for day-long talks.

Bangkok Post

A long-awaited Australia-Vanuatu pact blocks China from building a military base

Australia and Vanuatu have signed a long-awaited bilateral security and economic treaty that prevents China creating a military base on the South Pacific island nation

The Independent UK

China imposes export controls on 40 Japanese entities as tensions with Tokyo rise

China has imposed new export controls on 40 Japanese companies it says are contributing to the country’s “remilitarization,” as tensions with Tokyo continue to rise

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Inside the Tiananmen Square activist’s daring escape to Canada from China by sea

Chinese dissident Dong Guangping has finally reached Canada after a perilous escape from China

The Independent UK

North Korea's Biggest Warship Yet Is a Floating Ad for Moscow's Wartime Alliance and Military Tech Transfers

North Korea has launched its largest warship, the Choe Hyon, amid claims of Russian technological support, signalling a strategic shift in its naval capabilities and military cooperation with Moscow.

International Business Times UK

Father 'forgives' girlfriend who kicked his 18-month-old toddler to death, sparks outrage in China

A father in China has sparked national fury by forgiving his girlfriend accused of fatally kicking their 18-month-old son. The child's mother, the ex-wife, demanded a thorough investigation after discovering the toddler's severe abdominal injuries, which led to his death. Authorities revealed the girlfriend allegedly inflicted the fatal blows, while…

The Times of India

Xi's military purge widens: China strips six generals, ex-Politburo member of lawmaker posts

China has removed six top military officers, a former financial regulator, and a former Politburo member from their legislative posts, signaling President Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption purge. This move targets the nation's political and military elite, with prominent figures like General Xu Xueqiang, head of military equipment development, among those…

The Times of India

Vanuatu PM to visit as major bilateral deal awaits

Vanuatu's Prime Minister Jotham Napat will visit Canberra ahead of a $500 million partnership deal expected between the two countries.

AAP

Xi Jinping has hosted more than a dozen leaders this year, as ‘middle powers’ look beyond the US

China’s leader wants to promote his alternative to the current world order, and his efforts are being assisted by a capricious US

The Guardian - AU

Kim Jong Un plans to bolster ‘destructive’ military capability as South Korea seeks to train 500,000 ‘drone warriors’

North Korean leader says making enemies ‘feel constant uneasiness and fear’ is a key aspect of war deterrence

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China defends patrols east of Taiwan after 3 European nations raise alarm

China has defended its recent patrols in waters east of Taiwan, following concerns raised by Britain, France, and Germany

The Times of India

China to enforce new ethnic unity law globally, says it has right to target 'separatists'

The Ethnic Unity and Progress Promotion Law, which comes into force on July 1, seeks to strengthen what Beijing describes as a shared national identity among the country's ethnic groups. One provision extends potential legal liability to people and organisations outside China, an aspect that has drawn particular scrutiny. Rights…

The Independent UK

UK, Germany and France express concern over Chinese actions east of Taiwan

Great Britain, France and Germany have issued a rare joint statement expressing alarm over Chinese activities east of the self-ruled island of Taiwan

The Independent UK

Japan says that China has detained 2 of its citizens suspected of smuggling banned items

China has detained two Japanese citizens suspected of smuggling prohibited items, reportedly linked to rare earths

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Japan PM heckled at World War II memorial

TOKYO - Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi was heckled at a World War II memorial event by protesters angry about Tokyo's further shift away from its decades-long pacifist stance, television footage showed.

The Independent UK

North Korea's Kim claims progress on nuclear-armed navy as new warship is placed into service

North Korea has commissioned a 5,000-ton destroyer that leader Kim Jong Un touts as a symbol of the country’s growing naval and nuclear capabilities, state media reported Wednesday

The Times of India

Will Asia return to Iranian oil? Tehran races to secure largest oil importers after US waiver, says report

Iran is actively seeking new buyers for its oil in Asia, including India, Japan, and South Korea, following a temporary US sanctions waiver. This move aims to clear millions of barrels stored at sea and diversify its customer base beyond China. While some refiners are cautiously exploring opportunities, uncertainty surrounding…

Bangkok Post

Chinese residents in Japan fear tighter visa rules could force departures

KYODO — Chinese residents who moved to Japan seeking greater freedom are increasingly concerned that tighter visa rules could force some of them to leave, with critics warning the changes risk driving away people who have become an important bridge between Japan and China.

AAP

US no longer viewed as Australia's most important ally

A majority of Australians believe the nation's relationship with the United States has been superseded by ties with another world power, polling suggests.

Bangkok Post

The resilience of Thai-Russian relations

To truly grasp Thailand's current relationship with Russia, one must understand the core tenets of Thai diplomacy. In Thai foreign policy, fostering friendships, minimising enemies, and preserving room for strategic adjustment are enduring virtues. The bilateral bond between the two nations -- which will celebrate its 130th anniversary next year…

International Business Times

China Strikes Back at U.S. Sanctions With New Export Ban Targeting Defense Firms

China's Ministry of Commerce announced that 10 U.S. companies, including Lockheed Martin, General Dynamics, and rare Earth producers, would be prohibited from receiving Chinese dual-use goods.

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