Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit China

By BPN News Desk January 13, 2026

International

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to visit China from January 14 to 17, marking his first official trip to the country since taking office. The visit comes at a time when both sides are seeking to stabilise and rebuild bilateral ties after several years of strained relations.

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China Voices Support for Somalia After Visit Postponed

By BPN News Desk January 12, 2026

China has expressed support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity following the postponement of a planned visit by China’s top diplomat to Mogadishu. Foreign Minister Wang Yi spoke by phone with his Somali counterpart during his annual Africa tour, reaffirming backing for Somalia as tensions rise over regional issues. The scheduled visit to Somalia, part […]

International

Japan Slams China’s Dual-Use Export Ban

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

Japan has criticised China’s decision to ban exports of certain dual-use items to Japan, calling the move unacceptable and warning of its potential impact on economic and security ties between the two countries. Tokyo said the restriction runs counter to international trade norms and unfairly targets Japan amid rising regional tensions. What the Export Ban […]

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India Launches New e-Business Visa for Chinese Nationals

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

India has launched a new e-Business visa category for Chinese nationals to facilitate smoother entry for business-related activities. The visa, officially introduced at the start of January, allows eligible Chinese citizens to apply online for short-term business travel to India without visiting an Indian embassy or consulate. Purpose of the e-Business Visa The new visa

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China Rejects US “World Judge” Role After Maduro Capture

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

China has strongly criticised the United States after Washington’s forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to the United States to face legal charges. Chinese officials said no country should act as the “world’s judge” or impose its will on other nations, calling such unilateral actions a violation of national sovereignty and international […]

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South Korea’s Lee to Meet China’s Xi to Reset Ties

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping during a state visit to China, marking a renewed effort to stabilise and reset bilateral relations. The visit comes amid efforts by Seoul to rebalance its foreign policy and ease strains that had built up in recent years between the two […]

International

US Urges China to Cease Military Pressure Around Taiwan

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

The United States has called on China to exercise restraint after Beijing conducted large scale military drills around Taiwan, warning that such actions risk escalating tensions in the region. A US State Department spokesperson said China’s military activities were destabilising and urged Beijing to stop applying military pressure on Taiwan. Drills raise regional tensions

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China Hails India Overtaking Japan as 4th Largest Economy

By BPN News Desk January 1, 2026

China has welcomed India overtaking Japan to become the world’s fourth largest economy, describing the development as a reflection of India’s growing economic strength. Responding to the milestone, a spokesperson from the Chinese side said India’s rise demonstrates that true national strength comes from recognising historical realities, learning from them and taking

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Xi Says China–Taiwan Reunification Is Unstoppable

By BPN News Desk January 1, 2026

Chinese President Xi Jinping said that reunification with Taiwan is “unstoppable,” reaffirming Beijing’s long standing position on the issue in his New Year address. Xi said people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait share deep historical and cultural ties, and described reunification as a natural course of history. China considers Taiwan part of its […]

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Taiwan on High Alert as Chinese Ships Pull Back

By BPN News Desk December 31, 2025

Taiwan remained on high military and maritime alert even as Chinese naval and coast guard vessels began pulling back following large-scale military drills around the island. Taiwanese authorities said vigilance would continue until China formally declares the end of its exercises and all military activity returns to normal levels. Chinese Military Exercises Near Taiwan