China's top diplomat visits Europe pitching closer ties in 'volatile' world
Monday, 30 June 2025 () Beijing (AFP) June 30, 2025
China's top diplomat heads to Europe on Monday for a visit which Beijing said will highlight ties as an "anchor of stability" in a world in turmoil. Wang Yi's tour will take him to the European Union's headquarters in Brussels as well as France and Germany as China seeks to improve relations with the bloc as a counterweight to superpower rival the United States. But deep frictions remain
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reminded Donald Trump that the EU remains open for a trade deal—but the U.S. President made it clear: China and India come first. Speaking after sealing deals with Beijing and hinting at a "very big" one with India, Trump gave no indication of...
This week the SUNDAY WIRE broadcasts globally on Alternate Current Radio, with host Patrick Henningsen covering the top stories internationally. In the first hour we'll cover this..
Tensions skyrocket as a Chinese cargo plane reportedly lands in Tehran with its transponder off—sparking fears that China is covertly supplying Iran with military aid amid the ongoing Israel-Iran..
Japan publicly revealed its upgraded Type 12 missile launcher during the Fuji Firepower Exercise on June 8. Featuring stealth tech and a 1,000 km range, the surface-to-ship system is built for striking..