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Albanese ready for new dawn on defence, as Rudd reveals government anxiety

Anthony Albanese will reveal key details about the future of Australia’s defence force in America as his predecessor reveals the government's anxiety about tensions between China and the US.

The New Daily

China to hold GCC-Iran summit: Report

China aims to follow up on its diplomatic success last week in negotiating an agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia.

Al Jazeera

UK boosts defense spending in response to Russia and China

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has pledged to increase U.K. military funding by 5 billion pounds ($6 billion) over the next two years in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the challenge posed by China

The Independent UK

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Dave McCormick is eyeing another Senate run in Pennsylvania. His new book talks Trump, China and trade

PHILADELPHIA — He's hiring campaign aides. He's hosting parties for political insiders and forming a political committee to aid fellow Republicans.

The Philadelphia Inquirer

Vice President Harris to visit Africa in latest US outreach

Vice President Kamala Harris plans to travel to Africa at the end of March as the United States seeks to pitch itself as a better partner for the continent than China is

The Independent UK

Labour’s attempt to block illegal migration bill defeated in Commons – as it happened

Opposition amendment to stop the government barring small boat arrivals claiming asylum defeated by 312 votes to 249

The Guardian - UK

Taiwan says defence spending to prep for 'total blockade' by China

TAIPEI: Taiwan's defence spending this year will focus on preparing weapons and equipment for a "total blockade" by China, including parts for F-16 fighters and replenishing weapons, the military said in a report.

Bangkok Post

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Iran-Saudi Arabia deal casts China in unfamiliar global role

An agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia to re-establish diplomatic relations has cast China in a leading role in Middle Eastern politics — a part previously reserved for longtime global heavyweights like the U.S. and Russia

The Independent UK

Ten Birds That Changed the World by Stephen Moss review – our vexed relationship with our feathered friends

From the guanay cormorant to the tree sparrow, the writer shows how consistently humans get birds wrong

The Guardian - UK

Xi Jinping's show: Who's who in China's new government

China has put the finishing touches on a sweeping leadership reshuffle that has been years in the making and puts trusted allies of leader Xi Jinping in key spots throughout the administration.

WEKU

China’s Health Commission Invites Expert Opinions on Egg Freezing

A potential policy shift to allow unmarried women to freeze their eggs is under discussion as the country faces falling birth rates and an unprecedented population drop

Caixin Global

Chai is tea, tea is chai: India’s favourite hot drink

Indians took the tea the British were marketing to them, added spices, milk and sugar, and transformed it forever.

Al Jazeera

‘Great wall of steel’: Xi vows to protect China economy, security

Most powerful president since Mao Zedong tells annual parliamentary meeting economy and security are indivisible.

Al Jazeera

China’s new premier woos business as Xi doubles down on security

Li Qiang says China welcomes investment and private enterprise despite crackdowns.

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Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi FM to Asharq Al-Awsat: Agreement with Iran Sign of Joint Will to Resolve Disputes through Dialogue

Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan bin Abdullah said the Saudi-Iranian agreement to restore diplomatic relations underscores the joint desire by both sides to “resolve disputes through communication and dialogue.” He added, however: “This does not mean that an agreement has been reached to resolve all pending disputes between…

France 24

Xi calls for bigger global role for China after diplomatic coup of Saudi-Iran deal

President Xi Jinping called Monday for China to play a bigger role in managing global affairs after Beijing scored a diplomatic coup as the host of talks that produced an agreement by Saudi Arabia and Iran to reopen diplomatic relations.

Caixin Global

Shanghai Composite Index Rose 1.2% on Monday

Shenzhen Component Index closed up 0.55%

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Xi Jinping calls for China's military to become a 'Great Wall of Steel' at National Peoples' Congress address

Speaking to the National Peoples' Congress, the president says China must ensure its military can safeguard the country's sovereignty, security and developmental interests, as their new premier takes a swipe at the US.

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: Everything Everywhere All at Once sweeps Oscars; UAP senator defends working in real estate; and North Korea test-fires missiles

Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert’s multiverse fantasy has dominated this year’s Oscars, winning best picture and six other awards, including best actress award for Michelle Yeoh

The Independent UK

Micronesia's president accuses China of 'political warfare'

Micronesia’s president has accused China of “political warfare” in a letter to other national leaders

The Guardian - AU

Xi Jinping vows to oppose Taiwan ‘pro-independence’ influences as third term begins

Chinese president lays out priorities, including ‘reunification’ with island that Communist party has never ruled, as National People’s Congress ends

Bangkok Post

China premier warns 2023 growth target 'no easy task'

BEIJING - China's new premier warned Monday that the country's five-percent growth target for 2023 would not be "easy" to achieve, as its rubber-stamp parliament wrapped up over a week of meetings.

Al Jazeera

China’s NPC: Who are the top men tapped to support Xi Jinping?

China’s National People’s Congress wrapped up on Monday after announcing a host of top officials that will assist Xi.

The Independent UK

Biden to announce Australia submarine deal in San Diego

President Joe Biden is set to meet with two of America's closest allies to announce that Australia will purchase U.S.-manufactured, nuclear-powered attack submarines to modernize its fleet

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