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Beijing, a longtime friend of Tehran, turns to cautious diplomacy in Iran's war with Israel

A longtime friend of Tehran, Beijing jumped into verbal action when Israel attacked Iran nearly two weeks ago

The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2025

Taiwan and trade: how China sees its future with the US after the election

Beijing does not see there being much difference between a Democratic- or Republican-controlled White House

The Guardian - US · Oct 16, 2024

Anthony Albanese soon will be the first Australian prime minister in 7 years to visit China

Anthony Albanese will soon become the first Australian prime minister in seven years to visit China in recognition of improving bilateral relations

The Independent UK · Nov 3, 2023

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Ukraine invasion reshaped global alliances, renewed fears

Nearly a year after Russia invaded Ukraine, the diplomatic consequences of the war still reverberate worldwide

The Independent UK · Feb 18, 2023

US keeps offering China its COVID vaccines. China keeps saying no

China has rebuffed repeated U.S. offers to share advanced vaccines as Beijing battles a fast-spreading wave of COVID-19, a rejection that’s led to growing frustration among American officials concerned about a resurgence of the pandemic.

Tribune News Service · Jan 6, 2023

Big-power rivalry overshadows Biden-Xi cooperation pledge

Their photo op looked good for U.S. and Chinese leaders Joe Biden and Xi Jinping, but the superpowers remain driven by geopolitical rivalry despite their pledge to cooperate on global issues like climate change and public health.

Reuters · Nov 15, 2022

All eyes on Biden and Xi ahead of superpower showdown at G-20 summit

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia — Last November, President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping emerged from a virtual meeting determined to chart a new path that would prevent the two superpowers from spiraling into an open conflict.

Los Angeles Times · Nov 13, 2022

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Analysis-Biden hints at risky policy shift on Taiwan independence

Overshadowed by U.S. President Joe Biden's headline-grabbing vow that American forces would defend Taiwan against a Chinese attack was his hint at possibly shifting U.S. policy to support the island's right to self-determination.

Reuters · Sep 19, 2022

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