China-U.S. Economic Ties Anchored by Head-of-State Diplomacy
China’s ambassador to the U.S. spotlights how head-of-state diplomacy and the 15th Five-Year Plan are unlocking new economic ties as APEC and G20 approaches in 2026.
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Japan PM Takaichi’s Late Arrival at G20 Summit Sparks Online Buzz
Japan PM Sanae Takaichi arrived an hour late to the G20 summit, sparking social media debate over leadership optics and personal branding.
US Skips G20 Summit in Johannesburg Amid Diplomatic Fallout
The U.S. president and vice president are absent from the G20 Summit in Johannesburg after President Trump’s widely discredited genocide accusations against South Africa overshadow the opening.
G20 Johannesburg Declaration Backs Developing Nations on Climate and Growth
The 20th G20 summit in Johannesburg saw leaders adopt a declaration prioritizing support for developing nations in climate action, debt sustainability and inclusive growth.
G20 Summit in Johannesburg: A Pivotal Moment for the Global South
As the G20 meets in Johannesburg—the forum’s first African summit—South Africa champions Solidarity, Equality and Sustainability for the Global South.
China-EU Summit: Investment to Heal Trade Imbalances
Leaders at the China-EU summit turned to investment as a remedy for structural trade deficits, highlighting green tech, digital infrastructure and advanced manufacturing ties.
U.S. Sticks to August 1 Tariff Deadline, Global Trade Talks Intensify
President Trump vows no extensions to the August 1 tariff deadline, spurring trade talks with the UK, Vietnam, Japan, South Korea, the EU and the Chinese mainland.
Africa’s Moment: From 1963 Unity to G20 Powerhouse
On Africa Day, we reflect on the OAU’s 1963 founding and the AU’s bold leap into the G20, fueled by growing ties with the Chinese mainland.
Chinese Mainland Urges U.S. to End Threats for Tariff Talks
At a Tuesday briefing, the Chinese mainland urged the U.S. to drop threats and restart tariff talks after U.S. Treasury Sec. Bessent cited a 5:1 export gap.
Brussels Meeting: Chinese Mainland and EU Forge Economic Ties
In Brussels, the Chinese mainland and EU coordinated on macro policies, G20 frameworks and financial cooperation to foster global economic stability.