Japan keeps close eye on China’s moves regarding Ukraine
Amid mounting sanctions imposed on Russia by many, China has opposed the sanctions and shown consideration for Russia.
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China avoids criticizing Russia while trying to maintain stable foreign relations
It remains to be seen whether China will actually engage in mediation in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
UN Security Council again fails to condemn North Korea’s missile launch
The council was unable to come to consensus in issuing a joint statement due to opposition from China and Russia.
Vietnam asks China to obey international law in East Sea
A Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokeswoman requested China to not violate Vietnam's exclusive economic zone in the East Sea.
Taiwan question, Ukraine issue not comparable: China foreign minister
He also stressed Taiwan's future and hope lie in the peaceful development of cross-Strait relations and reunification.
North Korea’s security concern not resolved yet, US holds key: China foreign minister
He also urged Washington to take actions to dispel the North's security concerns and build mutual trust with the regime.
Price hike of essentials: Is war the real cause?
The prices of wheat, peas, lentil, chickpeas and other essentials have been going up at the country's major trade hub of over a week.
China, US must get back on right track: China foreign minister
Foreign Minister Wang Yi said major-country competition should not be the order of the day and a zero-sum game is not the right choice.
North Korea says it conducted test for reconnaissance satellite
The latest test was the second such launch in a week to test satellite equipment, and the ninth missile launch this year.
Japan to revise strategic relations with Russia from ‘partner’ to ‘security challenge’
Japan's National Security Strategy is set to undergo its first revision at the end of 2022.