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Over the course of the day, we will discuss how Europe and Asia can redefine the Indo-Pacific in terms compatible with their mutual interests. The 3 sessions will look specifically at trade, connectivity, and the Green Transition.

Beijing, Dec 3: China and the United States are tussling over President Joe Biden’s upcoming democracy summit, which the ruling Communist Party sees as a challenge to its authoritarian ways. The party maintains China has its own form of democracy and plans to issue a report titled “China: Democracy that Works” on Saturday, five days before the opening of Biden’s two-day virtual meeting with about 110 other governments. The White House pushed back Thursday against Chinese criticis...

From mainland china but as numbers dwindle — the solomon islands switched this year — how effective is the strategy as beijing continues to assert on reunification of taiwan with the mainland ? thomas shattuck is the deputy director of asia programme at foreign policy research institute and research fellow of asia program at foreign policy research institute. thank you forjoining us. in relation to taiwan, how significant is this election in honduras? it significant is this election in hondu...

HAMBURG: China Ocean Shipping Company (Cosco) occupies a prime waterfront location in Hamburg. The Chinese marine transportation giant’s European headquarters sit between a historic red-brick warehouse complex and the glass and steel of the redeveloped harbour area.

How does Beijing manage its diplomatic differences with Delhi? The ECFR Asia Programme is delighted to invite you to our second webinar which is part of our virtual luncheon series dedicated to the future of India-China relations

The Taliban have ruled out cooperation with the US to contain extremist groups in Afghanistan. The group has staked out its uncompromising position on a key issue ahead of the first direct talks between the former foes since America withdrew from...

He was foreign minister under Abe, and has retained Kishi as defence minister and Motegi as foreign minister.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The agreement will increase Western presence in the region, amid concerns about China's growing influence.

China geht auf Konfrontation zu Kanada – und bringt westliche Staaten gegen sich auf. Beide Urteile sind Beispiele für Pekings Geiseldiplomatie.

Malaysia: Protesters and government critics face new wave of harassment by authorities Image from Twitter account @StPinkie A recent surge in police harassment and criminal proceedings against activists, journalists, and peaceful protesters threatens human rights and undermines public health during the COVID-19 pandemic, said ARTICLE 19. The freedom to discuss public affairs and criticise officials is essential to ensure government effectiveness, efficiency, and accountability. The Malaysian go...