China Issues Warning to Donald Trump Over US Arms Sale to Taiwan
Beijing warned President Donald Trump that the first U.S. arms sale to Taiwan under his second administration “gravely infringes” on China’s sovereignty and interests and that it would take “all necessary measures” in response. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said at a press conference on Friday that the U.S. sale “seriously violates the one-China […]
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Russian Oil Takes New China Blow After Trump Sanctions: Report
Chinese refiner Yanchang Petroleum, backed by a provincial government, has stopped purchasing Russian oil, according to Reuters, citing two anonymous traders familiar with the matter. Yanchang is shunning Russian oil in its tender for deliveries between December and mid-February, Reuters reported. It follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, Russia’s two top […]
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Apple Removes Gay Dating Apps in China
Apple has reportedly removed two gay dating apps from its App Store in China following an order from Chinese authorities. According to the technology magazine Wired, Apple said in a statement that it had removed Blued and Finka from the Chinese storefront of the iOS App Store because “we follow the laws in the countries […]
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China Feels Donald Trump Tariffs Pressure in Unexpected Exports Slump
China’s exports shrank unexpectedly in October, Beijing’s official commerce data showed, dragged down by a sharp fall in shipments to the U.S. amid the trade battle with President Donald Trump. Beijing’s grip on rare earths processing is a major problem for the U.S. and its advanced manufacturing sector. But the drop in exports highlights Trump’s […]
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China Responds to US ‘Wanton Threat’ to Nigeria
China’s Foreign Ministry has responded to President Donald Trump’s threat of military action over what he called the “mass slaughter” of Nigerian Christians, criticizing his remarks as a “wanton” threat of force. Why It Matters Nigeria, one of Africa’s largest economies and the continent’s most populous nation, is home to roughly 232 million people evenly […]
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China Navy’s Stages Show of Force Near Red Sea
China recently assembled two flotillas in waters near the Red Sea as it continues an escort mission that helps its fast-growing navy gain experience operating overseas. The People’s Liberation Army Navy is taking concrete actions to safeguard international sea lanes and regional peace and stability, China‘s Defense Ministry said last month. Why It Matters China […]
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US Ally Shadows China Spy Ship Sailing Around Territory
A Chinese spy ship conducted a monthlong voyage that saw it sail around Japan’s main islands as the United States ally held a large-scale military drill to bolster its defenses. The Chinese Foreign Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Why It Matters China, which Japan views as a major threat, is […]
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China Rival Eyes Submarine Boost From US Ally
The Philippines is advancing its efforts to strengthen its naval capabilities to counter China’s military threat, with South Korea presenting a submarine development project. The Chinese Foreign Ministry did not immediately respond to a request from Newsweek for comment. Why It Matters The Philippines, a United States mutual defense treaty ally, has overlapping territorial claims […]
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Map Shows F-35 Bases and Jet Fighter Carriers Near China
A Newsweek map shows air bases and navy carrier ships acting as permanent stations for F-35 stealth jets operated by the United States and its allies in the Western Pacific. The F-35 fighter aircraft program—adopted by U.S. treaty allies including Australia, Japan and South Korea—forms part of America’s broader strategy to contain China’s military threat […]
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China Reacts to Trump-Putin Summit, Zelensky Meeting at White House
By Shane Croucher is a Breaking News Editor based in London, UK. He has previously overseen the My Turn, Fact Check and News teams, and was a Senior Reporter before that, mostly covering U.S. news and politics. Shane joined Newsweek in February 2018 from IBT UK where he held various editorial roles covering different beats, […]
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