CHINA

May 18 2026POLITICS

Russia and China’s Deepening Bond Beyond Just Energy

Russia and China’s relationship keeps growing in ways that go far beyond oil and trade. Officials in Moscow highlight education and technology as key parts of their partnership. This goes against the idea that the two countries only work together because of pressure from the West. Their cooperation

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May 17 2026POLITICS

Taiwan’s Future: A Call for Self‑Determination

President Lai Ching‑te recently told a celebration in Taipei that the phrase “Taiwan independence” simply means the island is not part of China and that its people alone should decide what happens next. He repeated a stance his party has held since 1999: Taiwan is already a sovereign state called

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Trump’s China Trip Ends with a Question on Taiwan Arms

After wrapping up his final meetings in Beijing, President Trump left China with a mix of progress and uncertainty. He had talks with Xi Jinping on trade, technology, the Iran conflict and, most critically, Taiwan. While both leaders said they had made strides in easing tensions, the island issue st

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May 16 2026POLITICS

Diplomacy without deals: What Trump’s China visit really meant

Donald Trump returned from China with smiles and handshakes, but very few real promises. He called the trip “great” mostly because China announced plans to buy 200 Boeing jets and billions in soybeans. Those deals sound big, but no one has seen the fine print. Even the biggest moments were unclear:

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May 16 2026POLITICS

What really happened when the US leader visited China

The trip was supposed to make headlines, but ended up showing how little actually changed between the two biggest economies. Both sides talked about Taiwan, Iran, and trade, yet no clear steps came out of the meeting. China buys a lot of oil from Iran, so some expected Beijing to help calm tensions.

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May 15 2026POLITICS

U. S. Wants a Fair Deal With China, Says Rep. Haridopolos

Rep. Mike Haridopolos told a news program that the United States seeks equal footing in trade with China. He pointed out that China often ignores rules on environmental protection and worker rights, making it hard for U. S. firms to compete without risking their intellectual property. Haridopolos ar

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May 15 2026POLITICS

Taiwan’s New Missile‑Ready Coast Guard Ships Are Now Complete

The coast guard has finished its final high‑tech patrol boat. It can carry missiles, a feature normally reserved for warships. These vessels are based on the navy’s fast attack design. They can slip past bigger ships and stay close to shore. The new model has a space at the rear for anti

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May 15 2026BUSINESS

Business Titans Back Trump on China Trip

A group of the world’s richest CEOs joined President Donald Trump for a visit to Beijing, turning the meeting into a showcase of global commerce and political strategy. The delegation included leaders from Apple, Tesla, SpaceX, Nvidia, Micron and Meta, along with top financiers like Stephen Schwa

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May 14 2026TECHNOLOGY

Elon Musk in China: A Complex Image of Innovation and Conflict

Elon Musk’s name sparks both admiration and criticism in China. Some see him as a pioneer pushing electric cars, self‑driving tech, and space ventures forward. Others point to complaints from customers and clashes with government rules. In recent times, Musk joined a group of American tech leaders

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May 14 2026POLITICS

China’s Role in Ending the Iran Conflict

Trump is set to meet Xi Jinping this week, hoping Beijing will help end the costly war in Iran. The president expects China to push Tehran back to negotiations, but Beijing may have other priorities. China buys a lot of Iranian oil and has strong ties with the Middle East. It wants the Strait of Ho

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