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Saudi Arabia and Iran work to restore relations as foreign ministers meet

Faisal bin Farhan and Hossein Amir-Abdollahian in Beijing for talks after Chinese-brokered agreement

The Guardian - UK

Macron, von der Leyen to press Xi Jinping on ending Ukraine conflict

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen will on Thursday meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping, a close ally of Vladimir Putin. Macron and von der Leyen are expected to maintain pressure on Beijing for assistance in bringing the 14-month war to an end.

Radio France Internationale

China vows 'forceful' measures after US-Taiwan meeting

China vowed reprisals against Taiwan Thursday after a meeting between the U_S_ House Speaker and the island’s President, saying the U_S_ was on a “wrong and dangerous road.”

The Independent UK

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Macron in China wants 'common path' on peace in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron says he wants a “common path” with China on peace in Ukraine when he meets Chinese leader Xi Jinping

The Independent UK

France and China call for Ukraine peace talks, Xi urges ‘restraint’

French and EU leaders on Thursday sought to make Europe's case for bringing an end to the conflict in Ukraine in a Beijing meeting with Xi Jinping, a close ally of Vladimir Putin.

France 24

Russia-Ukraine war: EU warns China against arming Putin and says Xi should reach out to Zelenskiy – as it happened

European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen and Chinese president Xi Jinping discuss ‘strategic mutual trust’ in Beijing

The Guardian - AU

Ukrainian forces cling onto besieged city, China pressed to help end war

Ukrainian and Russian forces battled in Bakhmut, the devastated eastern city which has become a symbol of Kyiv's defiance, while seven civilians were reported killed by Ukrainian artillery strikes in Russian-controlled areas.

Reuters

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China aircraft carrier in drills near Taiwan amid rising tension

Shandong carrier reported off east coast as Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen flies home after meeting US House Speaker.

Al Jazeera

Taiwan watching Chinese movements but does not see escalation

Taiwan is keeping watch on a Chinese aircraft carrier but does not expect a large escalation in tensions, the government said on Thursday, after China denounced a meeting between Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen and U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

Reuters

Macron seeks China's help on Ukraine, Xi 'willing' to call Zelenskiy

China's Xi Jinping expressed willingness to speak to Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the head of the EU said on Thursday, after French President Emmanuel Macron urged Beijing to talk sense to Russia over the war in Ukraine.

Reuters

Taiwan leader meets US Speaker despite China warnings

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has welcomed Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen on US soil in a meeting that was quickly denounced by Beijing.

The New Daily

Taiwan monitoring Chinese strike group off the coast after president meets US speaker

China has said it would take ‘resolute’ measures to defend sovereignty, after denouncing Tsai’s meeting in California with McCarthy

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan’s president meets with Kevin McCarthy in California. What her visit says about Taiwan’s future

TAIPEI, Taiwan — In Southern California, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen met with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday in a show of the strength of relations between Taipei and Washington.

Los Angeles Times

China plans to ban rare earth magnet exports

BEIJING -- China is considering banning the export of technologies used to produce high-performance rare earth magnets deployed in electric vehicles, wind turbine motors and other products, citing "national security" as a reason, it has been learned.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

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France 24

Macron in the middle? French president in China amid superpower showdown

The French president has landed in Beijing for his first post-Covid visit. Emmanuel Macron is accompanied by the European Commission president, who last week went on the offensive over unfair trade practices and Chinese backing of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Will Ursula von der Leyen speak for other recent EU…

France 24

The US wants to elevate China to ‘developed country’ status; Beijing disagrees

The US House of Representatives has voted to strip China of its status as a developing country. China has condemned the move and refuses to join the ranks of developed or "wealthy" nations. At stake are critical economic and geopolitical issues for the world’s second-largest economy.

France 24

US House Speaker McCarthy greets Taiwan president despite Beijing's threats

US House Speaker Kevin McCarthy met Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen in California on Wednesday, becoming the most senior US figure to meet a Taiwanese leader on US soil since 1979 despite threats of retaliation from China, which claims self-ruled Taiwan as its own.

Axios

McCarthy meets Taiwan President Tsai despite China's threats

Beijing warned of "severe confrontation" over the visit.

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The Independent UK

Why Macron and Von der Leyen face a tough trip to China – even if they are all smiles on the surface

The differing styles of the French president and the European Commission president may help create a united front over Ukraine, but Xi Jinping holds plenty of cards, writes Borzou Daragahi

Radio France Internationale

President Macron says China has 'major role' to play in Ukraine conflict

President Emmanuel Macron said on Wednesday that China had a "major role" to play in finding a path to peace in Ukraine, as the French leader embarked on a three-day visit to Beijing.

Los Angeles Times

Dueling presidential visits to US and China show opposing visions for Taiwan

TAIPEI, Taiwan — In Los Angeles, Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen is preparing to meet with U.S. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy on Wednesday in a show of the strength of relations between Taipei and Washington.

The New Daily

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky visits Poland as allies step up military aid

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is visiting Poland, buoyed by the latest announcement of United States military aid.

The Independent UK

Macron says China could play ‘major role’ in Ukraine peace as he arrives in Beijing

French president says it is not in China’s interests to arm Russia and cause a lasting war

Reuters

Factbox-Diplomatic competition between Taiwan and China

Taiwan and China have engaged for years in competition for diplomatic recognition, but the pendulum has long swung decisively in Beijing's favour.

The Guardian - UK

Rival protests in Los Angeles as Taiwan’s president arrives for visit

Tsai to meet the US House speaker, Kevin McCarthy, which China has called a ‘provocation’

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