New Delhi, Jan 6 (IANS) The US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has raised questions about how the resulting political instability could affect China’s significant economic interests there, as it is Venezuela’s largest creditor and, by far, its largest buyer of oil, accounting for more than 80 per cent of crude exports, according to a new report.Before his capture by the US, Maduro met Qiu Xiaoqi, China’s special representative for Latin American Affairs, at the Miraflores Pres…
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Beijing, Jan 4 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung arrived in Beijing on Sunday for summit talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with the leaders expected to focus on North Korea, economic ties and cultural exchanges. The four-day state visit marks Lee’s first to China since taking office in June last year and the first trip by a South Korean president there since 2019.Later in the day, Lee is scheduled to meet with Korean residents in China to collect their opinions and pledge the go…
Washington, Jan 4 (IANS) A US military command said it is aware of North Korea’s missile launches this week while reaffirming its security commitment to allies in the region. The Indo-Pacific Command issued a statement after Pyongyang lobbed multiple ballistic missiles toward the East Sea on Sunday morning (Korea time), marking its first missile test this year.”We are aware of the missile launches and are consulting closely with our allies and partners. Based on current assessments, this event d…
Beijing, Jan 2 (IANS) Jailed Chinese journalist Dong YuYu’s son Dong Yifu has urged the US, the UK and the Europe to increase diplomatic pressure on China for his father’s release, asserting that his father’s conviction sets a dangerous precedent. Dong Yifu’s statement comes after Beijing High Court in November dismissed an appeal to overturn prison sentence of Dong YuYu. His family termed the case a clear “act of persecution”, British media outlet The Independent reported.The case started after…
Washington, Jan 2 (IANS) The United States voiced concern over China’s largest-ever military exercises around Taiwan, warning that Beijing’s actions and rhetoric risk unnecessarily escalating tensions in the region and undermining stability across the Taiwan Strait.Responding to reports of the drills, US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott said China should step back from military pressure and pursue dialogue.“China’s military activities and rhetoric toward Taiwan…
Beijing, Dec 31 (IANS) Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday said China is ready to work with all countries to advance world peace and development. In his 2026 New Year message, Xi said over the past year China continued to embrace the world with open arms.To better address climate change, China announced new Nationally Determined Contributions, Xi said, adding that after announcing the three global initiatives on development, security, and civilization, he put forward the Global Governance …
Washington, Dec 31 (IANS) India–US relations ran into trouble in 2025 after starting the year on a positive note. Political differences, trade disputes, and sharp public messaging quickly tested the partnership. The year opened with momentum after Donald Trump returned to the White House on January 20. In the first 100 days, both sides moved quickly. The message was clear — the partnership would continue. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held his first bilateral meeting in Washington with Exte…
New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s journey through 2025 unfolded as a sweeping narrative of defining moments, blending national security, governance, diplomacy, spirituality and deeply human connections. From Operation Sindoor to the Dhwajarohan Utsav at Ayodhya’s Ram Mandir, the year emerged as a vivid mosaic of devotion, decisive leadership, development milestones and people-centric engagement.The Prime Minister’s calendar was marked by heartfelt interactions with citizens…
Seoul, Dec 30 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung will make a State Visit to China early next week for summit talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, Cheong Wa Dae said Tuesday, with the leaders expected to discuss ways to strengthen strategic cooperation and bilateral economic ties. Lee is scheduled to depart for Beijing on Sunday for summit talks with Xi. On next Tuesday, Lee will travel to Shanghai before returning home on Wednesday, presidential spokesperson Kang Yu-jung said in a b…
Seoul, Dec 28 (IANS) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un made the most public appearances in nine years in 2025, as he increased diplomatic engagement and on-site supervision of the implementation of a five-year national development plan, data showed on Sunday.Kim’s public appearances, as reported by North Korea’s state media, totalled 118 as of the end of November, according to data from the Korea Institute for National Unification.Including additional public activities reported by state media betw…