Wang Yi and Cassis Call on China and Switzerland to Safeguard Global Trade Order
Wang Yi and Swiss FM Ignazio Cassis pledge to deepen China-Switzerland ties, upgrade their FTA, and defend the international trade order amid global uncertainty.
Diplomacy
Trump and Zelenskyy Spar Amid Russia Peace Talks Impasse
Trump and Zelenskyy clash over Crimea’s future as peace talks in London stall, highlighting divisions amid diplomatic efforts to end Russia-Ukraine war.
Ukraine and US Envoy Kellogg Hold ‘Productive’ Talks in London
Ukraine’s Defense Minister says delegation and US envoy Keith Kellogg had productive talks in London after planned negotiations were downgraded.
China and Iran Deepen Talks on Nuclear Progress
In Beijing, Chinese FM Wang Yi and Iran’s FM Araghchi exchanged in-depth views on the latest progress of the Iranian nuclear issue, underscoring Beijing’s role in global diplomacy.
China’s Top Political Advisor Meets Japan’s Komeito Delegation
Wang Huning meets Komeito leader Tetsuo Saito in Beijing to deepen China‑Japan cooperation across politics, business, tourism, and youth exchanges.
Chinese Mainland Says No Winners in Trade and Tariff Wars
At a briefing, the Chinese mainland warns there are no winners in trade and tariff wars and urges the U.S. to negotiate with respect and equality.
Azerbaijan’s President Aliyev Touches Down in Beijing for State Visit
Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Beijing on April 22 to begin a three-day state visit to the Chinese mainland.
Iranian FM Araghchi to Visit China on April 23
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi heads to China on April 23 to meet Wang Yi, aiming to deepen economic and strategic ties.
China and Indonesia Vow Stronger Ties in Inaugural Foreign-Defense Dialogue
Chinese and Indonesian ministers pledged to deepen strategic trust and boost defense cooperation in their first joint foreign-defense dialogue.
Israel Cancels Visas for 27 French Lawmakers Amid Diplomatic Tensions
Israel cancels visas for 27 French left-wing lawmakers days before their planned visit, following similar bans on British MPs amid Macron’s push for Palestinian state recognition.