U.S. Global Leadership at Risk: Can AI and Soft Power Keep Washington Ahead of Beijing? As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, questions over U.S. global leadership are intensifying …
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South China Sea 2016 ruling reaffirms legal force despite Beijing actions
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina Challenge to Arbitration: Philippines’ Counsel Says Ruling Still Binding on South China Sea On the 10th anniversary of the 2016 tribunal, Philippines lead counsel Paul Reichler said the South …
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China identifies pilot in Beijing CITIC Tower crash citing insomnia and anxiety
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPilot identified in CITIC Tower crash; authorities cite insomnia and flight deviation Chinese authorities identified the pilot in the June 26 CITIC Tower crash in Beijing, citing insomnia and anxiety …
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China’s Energy Stockpiles Let Beijing Weather Hormuz Closure, Says Former Biden Official
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChina’s stockpiles blunt impact of Strait of Hormuz closure, analysts say A report warns a Strait of Hormuz closure would favour China, whose large energy stockpiles and diplomatic posture could …
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Taiwan warns China maritime operations risk accidental collisions as US and Europe rebuke Beijing
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTaiwan tensions escalate as Chinese maritime operations intensify east of the island Taipei warns Beijing’s naval activity east of Taiwan risks accidental clashes after Japan‑Philippines sea talks; U.S. and European …
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Japan chipmakers’ equipment sales to China drop 10% amid Beijing push
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan’s chipmaking equipment sales to China fall 10% as Beijing boosts domestic vendors Japan’s top five chipmaking equipment makers posted a 10% decline in combined sales to China for the …
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Taiwan bolsters ties with Philippines as foreign minister warns of Beijing maritime pressure
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTaiwan tensions drive Taipei to deepen Philippine and regional partnerships amid rising maritime pressure Taiwan tensions prompt Taipei to bolster ties with the Philippines and neighbors, says foreign minister Lin …
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Beijing travel warning forces Japan retailers to shift strategy as Chinese spending halves
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiChinese spending in Japan halves as Beijing travel warning reshapes Tokyo retail strategy Beijing’s travel warning halved Chinese spending in Japan, forcing Tokyo retailers to pivot to U.S. and Southeast …
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Min Aung Hlaing begins China visit seeking Chinese aid amid Beijing detaining US researcher
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiMin Aung Hlaing China visit to Beijing aims to secure cash, arms and diplomatic backing amid controversy Min Aung Hlaing China visit: Myanmar president travels to Beijing to request investment, …
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Trump weighs Taiwan call and potential arms sale as Beijing warns Washington
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiTaiwan tensions rise after Trump signals possible call with President Lai, Beijing demands Washington honor week-old ‘understanding’ Beijing warns Washington to respect a week-old "understanding" after President Trump’s China visit, …