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The US Pentagon has added Chinese tech giants Alibaba, BYD, and Baidu to its list of companies allegedly aiding Beijing's military, sparking tensions and Chinese opposition. The list, now at 188 entities, includes firms like CXMT and YMTC, with companies denying ties and China calling the move discriminatory.
President Trump's conciliatory stance toward China during his Beijing visit has sparked anxiety in Washington and Asia, with his administration continuing restrictive policies. Experts question whether the 'constructive strategic stability' rhetoric can translate into lasting policy change amid institutional resistance.
Inter RAO expects to resume electricity exports to Turkey no earlier than September, citing low prices in the Turkish domestic market. The company projects flat export-import volumes in 2026, with key destinations including Kazakhstan, Mongolia, and Georgia.
President Javier Milei has proposed granting legal status to AI-operated companies in Argentina, a plan he says will foster innovation and economic growth. The proposal has drawn criticism from historian Yuval Noah Harari and tech experts, who warn of potential dangers and dystopian outcomes.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered the acceleration of privatisation of power distribution companies, with plans to sell three profitable utilities by December 2026. The government is offering investors an 18-20% return and market freedoms, while maintaining consumer protections and uniform tariffs for now.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's recent visit to North Korea, his first in nearly six years, has been framed by state media as a reaffirmation of bilateral ties. Analysts suggest the trip underscores China's 'indispensable' role in regional stability, while the two leaders agreed on developing relations and exchanged views on peace.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with Mexico facing South Africa at the Estadio Azteca, featuring a record 48 teams and 104 matches across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. The tournament is overshadowed by controversies over ticket prices, immigration policies, and the U.S.-Iran conflict, while expectations of $13 billion in revenue highlight its economic significance.
South Korea's defense ministry is investigating the Korea War Memorial Organization after a promotional poster and teacher training itinerary appeared to endorse China's narrative of the 1950-53 Korean War. The agency has removed the materials, and the program has been canceled as officials face scrutiny over the incident.
South Korea's foreign ministry reiterated its commitment to denuclearizing North Korea after a summit between Kim Jong-un and Xi Jinping that made no public mention of nuclear programs. Seoul is also closely watching Xi's call for expanded military cooperation, noting the unprecedented inclusion of China's defense minister in the delegation.
The Pentagon has designated Alibaba, BYD, and Baidu as 'Chinese military companies', expanding its blacklist to 188 firms. In response, China announced export controls on 10 US companies, including rare earth producers, and barred government procurement from 46 US defense firms.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to North Korea since 2019 has resulted in pledges to strengthen strategic cooperation and expand exchanges. Analysts note the absence of denuclearisation from the meeting's statements, reflecting shifting regional dynamics.
Chinese President Xi Jinping made his first visit to North Korea since 2019, meeting with Kim Jong Un to reaffirm bilateral ties and strategic cooperation. The visit comes amid North Korea's growing relationship with Russia and stalled nuclear talks with the US, with analysts viewing it as Beijing's attempt to reassert influence.
Renewed tit-for-tat strikes between Israel and Iran over the weekend have heightened Middle East tensions, despite US President Donald Trump's calls for restraint. Analysts suggest the escalation underscores Trump's limited control over Israeli actions and may strengthen Iran's hand in ongoing negotiations with Washington.
OpenAI has confidentially filed for an initial public offering with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, targeting a valuation of up to $1 trillion. The move comes as rival Anthropic also filed for an IPO, and SpaceX is set to go public, marking a pivotal moment for AI and tech investments.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un and Chinese President Xi Jinping agreed to expand cooperation and strengthen strategic coordination during Xi's first visit to Pyongyang in seven years. While both sides hailed a new chapter in ties, analysts noted the absence of any public mention of North Korea's nuclear program, suggesting a shift in China's priorities.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to North Korea since 2019 underscores Beijing's worries about Pyongyang's deepening relationship with Moscow. Analysts say Xi's early arrival, ahead of a treaty anniversary, signals urgency to reassert China's influence, even as Kim Jong Un seeks a 'normal state' status and expanded diplomatic reach.
A new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute finds that all nine nuclear-armed states are modernizing and expanding their arsenals, reversing decades of disarmament efforts. With nearly 12,200 warheads worldwide and growing geopolitical tensions, experts warn of rising nuclear dangers and a likely end to stockpile reductions.
Chinese President Xi Jinping visited North Korea in 2026, his first foreign trip of the year, coinciding with the 65th anniversary of the Sino-North Korean mutual defense pact. The visit comes as North Korea deepens ties with Russia and continues its nuclear ambitions, raising questions about the future of regional diplomacy.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad urged all sides to exercise restraint in the Middle East conflict after renewed US-Iran hostilities. Pakistan's calls come as Washington and Tehran exchanged attacks, with a fragile Pakistan-brokered ceasefire under strain.
The White House is reportedly considering a proposal to buy the Chagos Islands from Mauritius, home to the strategic Diego Garcia military base, as an alternative to a UK plan to cede sovereignty. The plan, according to the Telegraph, would sidestep Britain and let Washington negotiate directly with Mauritius, though Port Louis says it has received no official offer.