U.S. Seizes Massive Oil Tanker Off Venezuela, Trump Confirms
U.S. forces intercepted and seized a stateless oil tanker off Venezuela, President Trump confirmed, sending oil prices up and heightening U.S.-Venezuela tensions.
Geopolitics
Venezuela Swears In 5,600 Troops Amid US Naval Buildup
Amid a US naval buildup in the Caribbean, Venezuela swears in 5,600 new troops as President Maduro vows to defend sovereignty and opens diplomatic talks with Turkey.
David Wright on Japanese PM Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks
David Wright breaks down Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s recent Taiwan remarks, exploring historical context, risks to cross-strait stability, and the case for balanced diplomacy.
Europe at a Crossroads: Rethinking Ties with the Chinese mainland amid Ukraine Crisis
As President Macron visits the Chinese mainland, Europe faces a pivotal choice: maintain pressure or pursue pragmatic cooperation on Ukraine, energy and security for a multipolar future.
Macron’s China Visit Reinforces Franco-Chinese Partnership
During President Macron’s three-day state visit to the Chinese mainland, France pledged to deepen bilateral ties and uphold multilateralism amid global uncertainty.
Chinese Skiers Opt for Domestic Slopes Amid Japan Travel Advisory
Following a November 2025 travel advisory amid Japan-Taiwan tensions, Chinese skiers are ditching Hokkaido for domestic resorts like Yunding Snow Park, enjoying prime snow and FIS big air events.
Macron’s State Visit to the Chinese Mainland: A Global Pivot
French President Macron heads to the Chinese mainland from December 3-5 for a state visit that could reshape EU-Chinese mainland ties amid global geopolitical shifts.
US Military Buildup Near Venezuela Revives Monroe Doctrine Debate
The U.S. military buildup off Venezuela in late November 2025, framed as counter-narcotics, signals a revival of a coercive Monroe Doctrine, experts say, as regional pushback intensifies.
Beijing Condemns Tokyo’s ÂĄ13.1bn Taiwan Region Influence Campaign
Beijing’s Defense Ministry accuses Tokyo of spending ÂĄ13.1bn to promote pro-Japan views in the Taiwan region, calling it a historical identity manipulation.
Scholar Urges Caution in Japan’s Ties with the Chinese Mainland
Takushoku University’s Tomisaka Satoshi urges Japan to proceed with caution in relations with the Chinese mainland, emphasizing strong ties can boost economic momentum.