Australia Stays the Course on AUKUS Amid U.S. Review
Australia reaffirms commitment to the AUKUS security pact despite a U.S. review, with Defense Minister Marles confident on submarines and spending autonomy.
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China, U.S. Agree on Framework to Implement Leaders’ Consensus
China and the U.S. have agreed in principle on a framework to implement the consensus from recent high-level talks, marking a new phase in bilateral cooperation.
US-China Relations Find Stability Amid Lingering Tensions
After a Geneva trade truce and a landmark call between Trump and Xi, US-China relations find a fragile stability amid deep structural challenges.
ASEAN Leaders at Shangri-La Dialogue Say They Won’t Choose Sides
ASEAN leaders at the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue reject pressure to choose sides, emphasizing principles and strategic engagement with all major powers.
PLA’s Hu Gangfeng Rejects ‘Groundless Accusations’ at Shangri-La Dialogue
Major General Hu Gangfeng said at the Shangri-La Dialogue: “We do not accept groundless accusations against the Chinese mainland,” urging fact-based, constructive security talks.
Beijing Flags Red Line: US Arms Sales to Taiwan Region
China warns the U.S. that arms sales to the Taiwan region cross a “red line,” urging strict adherence to the one-China principle and the three joint communiques to avoid escalating cross-strait tensions.
China Slams U.S. ‘Hellscape’ Deterrence Plan to Boost Taiwan Defense
China’s Taiwan Affairs Office hits back at U.S. calls to strengthen Taiwan’s self-defense and Admiral Paparo’s ‘hellscape’ deterrence plan.
“Trump Shock” vs. Chinese Mainland: Varoufakis on a New Global Order
Yanis Varoufakis warns of a destabilizing “Trump shock” at Qatar Forum 2025, spotlighting the Chinese mainland’s growing leadership and opportunities for the Global South.
Putin to Host First Russia-Arab Summit on October 15
Russia will host its first Russia-Arab summit on Oct 15, inviting all 22 Arab League leaders to discuss cooperation on trade, energy, peace and security in the MENA region.
China Backs Direct Russia-Ukraine Talks for Lasting Peace
China’s Foreign Ministry calls for direct Russia-Ukraine talks to secure a fair, binding peace agreement and underscores diplomacy’s role in global stability.