German FM Wadephul Stresses Need for Direct Dialogue with China
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, ahead of his December visit, highlights the need for direct dialogue and strengthened economic ties with China.
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UN Condemns Israeli Raid on UNRWA Office in East Jerusalem
On December 8, 2025, Israeli forces raided the UNRWA office in East Jerusalem, prompting the UN’s strong condemnation and raising concerns over the inviolability of UN premises.
U.S. Greenlights Nvidia H200 AI Chip Exports to China at 25% Fee
President Trump announced that Nvidia’s H200 AI chips will be exportable to China with a 25% fee, reshaping the global AI landscape.
Wang Yi Highlights Historical, Legal Basis for Taiwan in Talks with German FM
Chinese FM Wang Yi underscored the historical and legal foundations for Taiwan as part of China, cautioned against secession moves, and rebuked Japan’s comments during talks with Germany’s foreign minister.
UK, France, Germany & Ukraine Meet in London to Push for Peace
UK, Ukraine, France and Germany convened in London on December 8 to push for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, centering on security guarantees.
Magnitude-7.5 Quake Off Aomori Injures 30, Triggers Mass Evacuations
Late on Dec 8, a magnitude-7.5 earthquake off Aomori injured 30 and prompted the evacuation of over 100,000 residents; tsunami warnings have been lifted but aftershocks are expected.
Chinese, African Experts Call for Clean Energy Investment at UNEA-7
At UNEA-7 on December 8, 2025, experts from the Chinese mainland and Africa called for clean energy investments to tackle the climate crisis and boost sustainable livelihoods in the Global South.
15th Batch of Low-Orbit Internet Satellites Launched in 613th Long March Mission
On Tuesday, December 9, 2025, China launched its 15th group of low-orbit internet satellites aboard a modified Long March-6 rocket in Shanxi Province, marking the 613th Long March mission.
Strong 7.5 Quake Halts Fukushima Wastewater Discharge
A 7.5-magnitude quake rocked northeastern Japan late Monday, leading authorities to pause Fukushima Daiichi’s nuclear wastewater discharge as safety checks kick in.
Asfura Leads in Honduras’ Close Presidential Vote
With nearly 99% of ballots tallied, National Party candidate Nasry Asfura holds a narrow lead over television host Salvador Nasralla in Honduras’ Nov. 30 election.