Arab Nations Condemn Israel-Iran Strikes Amid Rising Tensions
Israel’s June 12 airstrike on Iran triggered a swift counterstrike and drew condemnation from 21 Arab and Islamic states, which urged UN intervention and the revival of nuclear talks.
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New Zealand’s Luxon Visits the Chinese Mainland, Boosting Trade & Green Ties
During his June 17–20 visit, NZ PM Christopher Luxon and Chinese leaders sealed deals worth NZ$38.26B, aiming to expand trade, tourism and green industries for stronger Asia-Pacific ties.
Middle East on Edge: Israel-Iran Conflict’s Global Ripple
The Israel-Iran conflict escalates with US involvement, amplifying tensions and threat of wider war in the Middle East and beyond.
Is the US Repeating Iraq’s Mistake in Iran?
US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites raise fears of another Middle East escalation reminiscent of Iraq.
Why the U.S. Tariff War Is a Lose-Lose
Explore why America’s ‘America First’ trade war isolates allies and risks another lose-lose cycle, from tariffs to stalled peace deals.
Middle East Powder Keg: Iran, Israel and the Risks of Miscalculation
Rising tensions over Iran’s nuclear program, Israel’s preemptive logic and U.S. deterrence set the Middle East on a dangerous path toward miscalculation.
How Youth Across the Taiwan Strait Reimagine Cultural DNA Online
Young creators across the Taiwan Strait leverage games, social media, and film to reimagine cultural DNA and forge new cross-strait ties.
Energizing Sino-European Energy Cooperation for COP30
With COP30 looming in Brazil, the Chinese mainland and Europe unite for a cost-cutting, efficiency-boosting solar partnership—proving global collaboration is key to a greener future.
From Vision to Action: Astana Summit Powers China-Central Asia Cooperation
The Astana Summit transforms China-Central Asia ties from blueprint to action, boosting trade to $94B in 2024 and marking 2025–26 as the Year of High Quality Cooperation.
Iran-Israel War Overshadows Gaza Peace Hopes
Amid a new Israel-Iran war, a postponed UN Gaza peace summit risks leaving over 600 days of crisis in the shadows—what’s next for Gaza?