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Taiwan Reports Chinese Naval Activity Near Its Territorial Waters
Taiwan's MND reports 7 Chinese naval vessels and 1 official ship detected near its territorial waters, with no PLA aircraft spotted on Friday.
South Korea Deploys Destroyer to Anti-Piracy Mission Amid Iran War Tensions
South Korea sends 4,400-tonne destroyer ROKS Wang Geon to Cheonghae unit off Somalia amid Iran war, with potential Strait of Hormuz deployment on the table.
US Lawmakers Push Bill to Block China from American Research Funds
US lawmakers introduce bill to prohibit China-linked entities from federally funded American research, citing security risks.
Africa CDC Confirms New Ebola Outbreak in Eastern Congo
Africa CDC confirms Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC's Ituri Province with 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths. Regional meeting called to boost cross-border response.
Iran FM Araghchi Pivots to China as Pakistan Mediation with US Faces Mistrust
Iran FM Abbas Araghchi cites US mistrust for difficult Pakistan mediation, pivots to China for help. US Senator Graham questions Islamabad's role.
Thailand Designates Hantavirus as Dangerous Communicable Disease
Thailand designates hantavirus as a dangerous communicable disease, mandating 3-hour reporting, 12-hour investigations, and 42-day quarantine for high-risk contacts.
Pakistan Faces Renewed Macroeconomic Strain as Global Debt Hits Record Highs
Pakistan faces renewed macroeconomic pressure as global debt hits record highs, worsening vulnerabilities from tight financing, volatile commodities, and rising oil prices.
Trump-Xi Summit Emphasizes Cooperation, Avoids Major Breakthroughs
Trump and Xi meet in Beijing, focusing on cooperation but lacking breakthroughs on Taiwan, trade, and Iran. Leaders plan more talks in 2025.
Xi and Trump Hold Private Talks in Beijing Amid Landmark US Visit
Xi Jinping and Donald Trump held a private meeting in Beijing, discussing trade, cooperation, and bilateral relations during Trump's state visit to China.
China and US Agree on New Vision for Constructive Ties After Xi-Trump Talks
Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump agreed on a new vision for a constructive China-US relationship, focusing on stable trade and cooperation.
Rubio Says China Opposes Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Militarisation
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says China opposes militarising the Strait of Hormuz and a toll system, reiterating Washington does not need Beijing's help on Iran.
Kazakhstan to Introduce AI in Secondary Schools Under New Presidential Decree
Kazakhstan President Tokayev approves AI integration in secondary education by 2026, focusing on personalized learning, digital infrastructure, and teacher training.
Peshawar Traders Protest Smart Lockdown and Rising Fuel Prices
Business community in Peshawar protests smart lockdown, demanding rollback, fuel price cuts, and inflation control. Leaders warn of escalation.
Bangladesh Ranks Among Worst Hit by Intimate Partner Violence Globally
Bangladesh ranks 11th globally for intimate partner violence, with 70% of women facing abuse. Experts warn of severe family and societal impacts.
Trump Departs China After Historic Visit with Signature Fist Pump
US President Donald Trump leaves China after a historic state visit, giving a signature fist pump and final wave. He thanked President Xi and hinted at a reciprocal US visit in September.
Trump Reveals Xi Jinping's US Visit Plans for September 24
President Trump announces Chinese President Xi Jinping's reciprocal US visit around September 24, calling it a great honor during his China state visit.
US Business Leaders See Optimism in Chinese Economy at Trump-Xi Talks
Top US CEOs including Elon Musk and Jensen Huang express optimism about Chinese economy during Trump-Xi meeting in Beijing, highlighting future US-China cooperation.
Trump and Xi Resolve Key Issues During Beijing Talks at Zhongnanhai
US President Trump says he and Chinese President Xi settled many issues during talks at Zhongnanhai, covering trade, Iran, and bilateral ties.
Trump and Xi Meet at Zhongnanhai Leadership Compound in Beijing
US President Donald Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Zhongnanhai compound in Beijing. Key talks, garden stroll, and senior officials join.
Stable China-US Trade Ties Benefit Both Countries and World: Premier Li
Chinese Premier Li Qiang meets US executives, stresses stable economic ties benefit both nations and global growth.
Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin Reveal Pregnancy at Cannes Film Festival
Dylan Sprouse and Barbara Palvin announce pregnancy at Cannes Film Festival. The couple, married in 2023, shared the news on social media.
CIA Chief Ratcliffe Meets Cuban Officials in Havana Amid Strained Ties
CIA Director John Ratcliffe visits Havana for talks with Cuban officials, amid strained US-Cuba relations over sanctions and terrorism designation.
South Korea Feels Economic Strain from Prolonged Middle East Crisis
Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol says South Korea is feeling the prolonged Middle East conflict through higher prices, vowing supply chain stability steps.
Korean Chipmakers Face Tough China Trade-Off After Trump-Xi Summit
Korean chip industry weighs sales vs tech gap risk as Trump-Xi summit addresses semiconductor export controls and rare earth leverage.
Spanish President Slams Israeli Minister Over Yamal's Palestinian Flag Gesture
Spanish President Pedro Sanchez hits back at Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz after Katz criticized FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal for waving a Palestinian flag during title celebrations.