REPUBLIC OF CHINA
Moderate Pezeshkian expected to win Iran's presidential race, Iranian source says Masoud Pezeshkian is anticipated to win the Iranian presidential run-off, leading by three million votes over hardline rival Saeed Jalili. The moderate candidate promises to open Iran to the world and expand freedoms. Pezeshkian's lead follows histo...
06 Jul, 2024, 06.29 AM ISTTurkmenistan and Iran sign deal to supply gas to Iraq. Iran will build pipeline to aid delivery Turkmenistan and Iran signed a contract for the annual delivery of 10 billion cubic meters of Turkmen gas, which Iran will then transport to Iraq. Iranian companies will build a 125-kilometer pipeline to increase Turkmenistan's delivery capacity, wi...
04 Jul, 2024, 07.06 AM ISTInclusion of Taiwan in Laos Govt's visa-waiver program for Chinese tourists gives false impression: Taiwan's Foreign Ministry Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) criticised Laos' visa-waiver program for Chinese tourists, stating it falsely implies Taiwan is part of China. The program, valid from July 1 - December 31, allows Chinese nationals to visit Laos visa-free...
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Taiwan leader says China 'has no right to punish' island Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te has rebuked China's recent warning that "diehard" supporters of Taiwanese independence could face the death penalty, stating that China "has no right to punish" Taiwanese people for their views. Lai emphasized that de...
24 Jun, 2024, 09.27 AM ISTChina watches cautiously as Russia and North Korea strengthen ties China is closely watching as Russia and North Korea strengthen their relationship through a new defense pact, raising concerns about power dynamics. China faces a strategic dilemma, aiming to maintain peace on the Korean Peninsula while countering U...
22 Jun, 2024, 02.41 PM ISTChina views Taiwan's 'elimination' as national cause: Taiwan president Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te emphasizes Taiwan's sovereignty against China's annexation ambitions during a military academy speech. Lai, facing Chinese opposition since taking office, calls for resilience and self-determination amidst Beijing's m...
16 Jun, 2024, 10.06 AM ISTTaiwan reports Chinese military activity near its territory Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence reported 12 Chinese military aircraft and 8 naval vessels near its territory, with 7 aircraft entering its Air Defense Identification Zone. Taiwan deployed its own aircraft and naval ships to monitor the situati...
15 Jun, 2024, 01.00 PM ISTChinese journalist who promoted #MeToo movement sentenced to 5 years in prison Chinese journalist Huang Xueqin, known for her role in China's #MeToo movement, was sentenced to five years for incitement to subvert state authority. Her co-defendant, Wang Jianbing, received three and a half years. Both faced charges highlighting ...
14 Jun, 2024, 03.41 PM ISTMaldives and China discuss further bolstering defence ties After Maldives and China signed a defence agreement on March 4, President Mohamed Muizzu, who is perceived to be pro-China, announced that Beijing would supply military equipment and train soldiers under the agreement but offered no details, the por...
04 Jun, 2024, 08.41 PM ISTWill US get involved in a potential China-Taiwan conflict? Will it confront PLA in Taiwan Strait? Many US lawmakers have expressed concern regarding a potential conflict between China and Taiwan. This may force the US to get involved.
31 May, 2024, 10.15 PM ISTUS defence secretary Lloyd Austin raises concerns about China's military activity U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin expressed concerns over China's military actions near Taiwan during a meeting with his Chinese counterpart in Singapore. The meeting marked the first direct contact since 2022. Major General Patrick Ryder emphasis...
31 May, 2024, 12.05 PM ISTChina drills more about intimidation, propaganda than starting war, says Taiwan China's recent military drills around Taiwan were primarily aimed at propaganda and intimidation rather than initiating conflict, according to Taiwan's top security official, Tsai Ming-yen. These exercises were a reaction to Taiwan President Lai Chi...
29 May, 2024, 09.56 AM ISTChina stages mock missile strikes on Taiwan, jets with live missiles used in drills China staged two-day military exercises involving mock missile strikes and bomber formations targeting Taiwan. These drills, launched after Taiwan's new president, Lai Ching-te, took office, are seen as punishment for his pro-independence stance. Th...
24 May, 2024, 03.16 PM ISTChina breathes fire as Taiwan's new President William Lai asserts sovereignty Taiwan's new President Lai Ching-te asserts Taiwan's sovereignty, sparking China's denouncement. Lai, of the DPP, succeeded Tsai Ing-wen. In his inaugural speech, he calls for peace, upholding the Republic of China's sovereignty.
20 May, 2024, 08.29 PM ISTHow did a poor sherpa climb Mt Everest 29 times? Know his struggles, and achievements in detail Sherpa Kami Rita has scaled Mt Everest for the 29th time since 1994. He has broken his record. The government of Nepal facilitated the required permits to foreign climbers who often attempt to scale the peak, considered to be the toughest.
13 May, 2024, 11.12 PM ISTChina ready to work with India to find mutually acceptable solutions to 'specific issues': Beijing's new envoy China's new envoy Xu Feihong aims to resolve Ladakh standoff with India through dialogue, respecting concerns. Cooperation crucial for global stability, reflecting Xi Jinping's and Narendra Modi's emphasis on broader Sino-Indian ties beyond boundary...
10 May, 2024, 05.14 PM ISTThree Indian naval ships visit Singapore from May 6-9 INS Delhi, INS Shakti and INS Kiltan visited Singapore from May 6-9, aimed at undertaking bilateral engagements and discuss areas of mutual interest and cooperation, and reaffirming the commitment to enhance maritime security and stability in the re...
09 May, 2024, 09.55 PM ISTThree Indian Navy ships visit Singapore as part of South China Sea deployment Indian Naval Ships Delhi, Shakti, and Kiltan, led by Rear Admiral Rajesh Dhankhar, arrived in Singapore as part of the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet's operational deployment to the South China Sea. The visit aims to strengthen the friendship and coope...
07 May, 2024, 03.35 PM ISTA divided Security Council warns of escalation after Iran's strike on Israel The Security Council, deeply divided over the recent strike by Iran on Israel, has issued a grave warning of potential escalation in the region. The international community has been quick to condemn the attack, with multiple countries expressing con...
15 Apr, 2024, 04.15 PM ISTTaiwan, China can resolve differences, ex-president says after meeting Xi Jinping Former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou suggests peaceful resolution for Taiwan-China tensions, emphasizing shared culture and history. Ma, the first Taiwanese leader to visit China, met with President Xi Jinping for the second time, urging young Taiwa...
11 Apr, 2024, 11.07 AM IST