Chinese leader Xi puts personal diplomacy back in play
China's absence from face-to-face interactions during the pandemic has been costly, diplomats and other experts say, as ties have badly deteriorated over a range of disputes.
Geopolitics
Xi says ready to work with Japan; Kishida calls for peaceful co-existence
Noting that China and Japan are close neighbours, Xi said that the two countries share many common interests and space for cooperation.
Geopolitics to stay in focus at APEC Summit in Thailand
Thailand's Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai said the meeting of the 21-member bloc "takes place at a pivotal juncture" with the world facing multiple risks.
Russia must face danger of flash points in its invasion
As the best way to avoid a catastrophe, Russia must stop its unreasonable invasion.
Marcos meets Xi, pushes Apec health investments
The talks come less than a week since Marcos gave a speech to Asean leaders to “ensure that the South China Sea remains a sea of peace, a sea of security and stability, and of…
Who will flinch first: Putin, Zelensky or the West?
Ukraine seems to be losing sight of the fact that in the wake of increasing global economic pressure, the West's support cannot be taken for granted.
German industry won’t decouple from China for good reason
German outreach to China may well be a path-setter, despite the criticism Chancellor Olaf Scholz has attracted.
A more progressive Asean under Jokowi’s leadership
Indonesia’s Group of 20 presidency, which hosted its leaders’ summit in Bali, will certainly strengthen President Jokowi’s credentials among his regional peers.
G-20 summit deplores war in Ukraine ‘in strongest terms’
Russia, whose forces pounded cities and energy facilities across Ukraine as the G-20 met, has said "politicisation" of the summit was unfair.
China keeping fair position on Ukraine issue: Wang Yi
China will continue holding an objective position and playing a constructive role in promoting peace talks, he said.