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Trump Threatens 200% Tariff on China Over Magnet Supply

By BPN News Desk August 26, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump warned that Washington could impose a 200% tariff on rare-earth magnets imported from China if Beijing fails to resume adequate supply. He made the statement during talks with South Korean President Lee Jae-myung at the White House. Strategic Importance of Magnets Rare-earth magnets are vital components in defense equipment, electric vehicles,

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South Korea Moves to Normalize Relations with China

By BPN News Desk August 25, 2025

South Korea has expressed its intent to normalize ties with China and strengthen economic cooperation. A delegation led by former parliament speaker Park Byeong-seug delivered a personal message from President Lee Jae-myung to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. The letter included an invitation for President Xi Jinping to attend the APEC summit in October. Strategic […]

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China Bridge Collapse Over Yellow River Kills 12

By BPN News Desk August 23, 2025

A major accident occurred in Qinghai province, northwest China, when part of the under-construction Jianzha Yellow River Bridge collapsed on August 22, 2025. The collapse happened around 3 a.m. during a tensioning operation, when a steel cable reportedly snapped. At least 12 workers were killed, while four others remain missing. Scale of the Project The […]

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Agni-5 and the Global Club India Just Entered

By BPN News Desk August 23, 2025

When India test-fired its Agni-5 missile on August 20, 2025, it was more than another technical demonstration. With this successful trial, following the 2024 Mission Divyastra that validated Multiple Independently Targetable Re-entry Vehicles (MIRVs), India quietly stepped into one of the most exclusive strategic clubs in the world. Alongside the United States, Russia, and

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Modi, Putin to Join SCO Summit in Tianjin Confirms China

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit will take place in Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1, 2025. The summit will be chaired by Chinese President Xi Jinping and will be the fifth time China has hosted the event. Leaders Expected to Attend More than 20 world leaders are set to participate in […]

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China Accuses Some in India of Undermining One-China Policy

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

China on August 21, 2025, accused “certain individuals in India” of trying to undermine its sovereignty over Taiwan. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters in Beijing that such remarks were “contrary to facts” and could harm bilateral ties. She said Taiwan was an inseparable part of China and that its future could only be […]

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China-Pakistan to Launch New CPEC Projects

By BPN News Desk August 22, 2025

In Islamabad on August 21, 2025, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Pakistani counterpart Ishaq Dar. Both leaders reviewed the progress of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and agreed to start new projects under the initiative. While exact details of these projects were not disclosed, officials said they would cover infrastructure, energy, and […]

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Haley Urges U.S. to Mend India Ties to Counter China

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has warned that weakening ties with India would be a “strategic disaster” for the United States. She urged the Trump administration to reset relations with New Delhi and treat India as a valued democratic partner instead of allowing friction to deepen. Concerns Over Tariff Policies Her […]

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China Calls for Stronger Ties with Pakistan, Afghanistan

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a trilateral dialogue with his counterparts from Pakistan and Afghanistan in Kabul. The meeting focused on strengthening security cooperation, boosting trade, and expanding regional connectivity at a time when all three countries face growing internal and external challenges. Security and Counterterrorism Wang Yi urged the three

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Xi Visits Tibet to Mark 60th Anniversary

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

Chinese President Xi Jinping has made his second-ever visit to Tibet as head of state, arriving in Lhasa to mark the 60th anniversary of the Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR). His only previous visit as president was in July 2021. Xi’s arrival was broadcast prominently on state media, underscoring the importance China attaches to the politically […]