Brussels – “Transforming Europe into a quantum industrial powerhouse“ by 2030: that is the vision of the European Commission, which today (2 July) presented its vision to put the EU on track in the global race towards a new technological revolution. Brussels is lagging behind, making it a security issue: “Global actors such as the United…
As the July 9 deadline for the end of the China-U.S. tariff pause speeds closer, the outlook for the trans-Pacific ocean trade is less than clear. Although tariffs and other details are not known, President Donald Trump said that the U.S. has signed an agreement with China that will see a resumption of the latter’s…
China has reacted to the announcement from the Dalai Lama that he will be reincarnated after his death and a successor will be appointed. The Tibetan spiritual leader ended years of speculation by saying Wednesday that the next Dalai Lama should be found and recognized according to past Buddhist traditions, signaling that China should stay…
The Quad grouping has launched an ambitious initiative to ensure a stable supply of critical minerals under a broader goal to strengthen economic security amid concerns over China’s coercive tactics, including price manipulation and restrictions on the export of the vital resources. The decision on rolling out the “Quad Critical Minerals Initiative” was announced after…
The Dalai Lama has made it clear that his spiritual legacy will not end with his death. In a statement that marks a crucial moment in the history of Tibetan Buddhism, the spiritual leader assured that the institution of the Dalai Lama will continue to exist after his death and that China will have no…
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama presides over an event celebrating his 90th birthday in Dharamshala, India. Ashwini Bhatia/AP hide caption toggle caption Ashwini Bhatia/AP Days ahead of his 90th birthday, Tibetan Buddhism’s top spiritual leader said the institution of the Dalai Lama will continue. The Dalai Lama made the statement in a pre-recorded video…
The Chinese military has deployed a spy ship, a patrol aircraft and drones in waters around Japan’s southwestern islands in recent days, according to the United States ally. Newsweek has contacted the Chinese Defense Ministry for comment via email. Why It Matters Japan forms part of the so-called First Island Chain—a Western Pacific defensive line—alongside…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The priority to build more ships for America’s national security now has official endorsement from Congress. New bipartisan legislation warns that the U.S. ship-building industry has been dangerously neglected, and the only way to counter Beijing’s growing dominance at sea is to reinvest in this critical sector. “Right now, in the United…
China said on Wednesday that the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama “must be approved by the central government”. The statement came after Tibet’s exiled spiritual leader said he would have a successor after his death. “The reincarnation of the Dalai Lama, the Panchen Lama and other great Buddhist figures must be chosen by drawing lots…
Tesla’s (TSLA) China-made electric vehicle sales rose 0.8% year-over-year in June to 71,599 units, ending an eight-month decline. The marginal recovery comes amid mounting competition from lower-priced models launched by Chinese rivals. Source link