China’s Defence Minister Dong Jun called on world leaders to work together to prevent instability driven by power politics. Speaking at the Beijing Xiangshan Forum, he warned that external interference, coercion, and competing spheres of influence could lead to a world dominated by the “law of

In a “Presidential Determination” submitted to the U.S. Congress, President Donald Trump named 23 countries as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nations. Among them are India, Pakistan, China, Afghanistan, and Burma (Myanmar). Reasoning Behind the Designation The determination states that these countries are involved in manufacturing or distribution of illicit

The United States has deployed its ground-based Typhon missile system to Iwakuni, Japan, for the first time. The system uses pre-existing SM-6 and Tomahawk missiles modified for land launch. It was showcased during the joint military exercise Resolute Dragon, which began on September 11 and runs until September 25. China’s Response China condemned the deployment. […]

U.S. President Donald Trump said a framework agreement has been reached with China regarding TikTok’s operations in America. He added that he will speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday to finalise the deal. Talks & Key Details Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the framework was part of trade negotiations conducted recently in […]

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. will not impose additional tariffs on Chinese goods over China’s purchases of Russian oil — unless European countries first impose steep duties themselves. Europe’s Expected Role Bessent emphasized that Europe must “do their share” to reduce Russia’s oil revenue. He suggested that strong “secondary tariffs” by European

US President Donald Trump said a framework agreement has been reached with China over the future of TikTok. He announced that he will speak to Chinese President Xi Jinping this Friday to finalise the deal. What Is Known So Far Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the two countries have made progress in trade talks […]

The United States and China are nearing a deal over the TikTok issue, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed during trade talks in Madrid on 15 September 2025. The discussions also addressed wider trade and security concerns. Progress on Agreement Bessent said that most technical aspects of the TikTok agreement have been resolved. However, China still […]

China has strongly opposed U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal urging NATO to stop buying Russian oil and impose tariffs on countries that continue trade with Moscow. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said sanctions only make matters worse and emphasized that Beijing does not plan or participate in wars. Trump’s Sanctions Proposal Trump called on NATO […]

U.S. President Donald Trump said he is ready to impose “major sanctions” on Russia but only if all NATO countries agree and collectively halt their purchases of Russian oil. He made the statement in a post on his social media platform. Call for NATO Action Trump urged every NATO member to stop buying Russian oil, […]

Washington: Sergio Gor, a close aide of U.S. President Donald Trump and nominee for the post of U.S. Ambassador to India, appeared before the Senate yesterday and pledged to deepen strategic, economic, and technological ties with New Delhi. In a testimony that repeatedly underscored the personal rapport between Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gor […]