Xi Jinping’s New Year address emphasized China’s economic growth and nationalism, while attempting to downplay slowing GDP and high youth unemployment, reflecting the Chinese Communist Party’s...
In 2024, China faces economic challenges domestically while navigating complex international alliances, particularly with Russia. Key concerns for 2025 include US rivalry, tech wars, EU tariffs,...
China’s “white paper” protests marked a significant political moment in 2022. Transnational repression threatens dissidents worldwide. Governments must strengthen protections for human rights against these increasing...
Brics+ countries aim to increase local currency trade to reduce dependence on major currencies like the US dollar, lowering transaction costs and fostering economic growth while...
Trump plans significant tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China. While New Zealand may benefit from increased US exports, overall trade impacts could be limited,...
Reports suggest a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin hinted at a complex US-Russia relationship. Trump aims to exploit Russia-China tensions, potentially reshaping alliances...
The 2024 U.N. climate talks in Baku yielded mixed results, agreeing to increase funding for developing nations. However, challenges remained in addressing greenhouse gas emissions and...
Since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, some Chinese citizens express dissent through potential boycotts of Russian goods, reflecting a complex relationship despite government support for Russia....
Chinese sanitary pad brands face scandal over misleading product quality and pH levels. Consumer outrage grows amid larger issues of women’s health neglect and activism for...