Politics

Beijing appears to be recalibrating its Taiwan policy, scaling back military intimidation in favor of a softer approach that emphasizes 'peaceful reunification' and a vision for post-unity governance.

Germany's trade deficit with China is set to hit a record €87 billion in 2025, fueled by weak German exports, strong EV competition, and a corporate 'in China, for China' strategy, raising fears of a protectionist turn.

A small Mexican Navy plane crashed off the coast of Galveston, Texas, during a medical mission, killing at least five of the eight people on board. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

South Korea's ruling party has passed a bill to create a special tribunal for insurrection cases tied to ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol's martial law attempt, overriding a record-long filibuster by the opposition.

Syrian government forces and the Kurdish-led SDF have agreed to a ceasefire in Aleppo after deadly clashes left at least two civilians dead amid a visit by Turkey's foreign minister.

A viral online debate in China, known as the '1644 perspective,' blames the Qing dynasty for national sufferings, prompting official criticism and igniting a broader discussion on nationalism and state narratives.

The U.S. is pressuring India to open its markets to GM soy and corn, sparking a conflict between global trade ambitions and the livelihoods of millions of farmers. An in-depth look at the high-stakes agricultural standoff.

The capture of the strategic Heglig oilfield by Sudan's RSF has displaced nearly 1,700 people, deepening what the UN calls the world's largest humanitarian crisis after nearly three years of war.

Analysis shows China's yuan is gaining significant ground as a trade settlement currency amid geopolitical shifts, but its role in global finance, investment, and reserves remains minimal.

A new POLITICO-Public First poll shows a dramatic shift in perception among key U.S. allies like Canada, Germany, and France, who now view America as an unreliable and negative global force under President Trump.

US President Donald Trump has appointed a special envoy to 'make Greenland part of the US,' citing national security and sparking a diplomatic firestorm with Denmark and the EU.

A new report from the Inter American Press Association (IAPA) warns of a 'marked deterioration' in press freedom in the Americas, identifying Nicaragua, Venezuela, Cuba, and El Salvador as the worst offenders.