China is “not dreading” Donald Trump’s return to the White House and might actually benefit in several ways despite fears of “rockier” times ahead, a noted Chinese political scientist has said. How the rivalry turns out will depend on reforms at home and whether China can “do a better job” of it, according to Yan…
China has condemned sanctions by Canada on eight Chinese officials for alleged human rights violations, opening a fresh fissure in already strained bilateral ties. The Chinese embassy in Ottawa called Canada’s actions “truly egregious” and vowed to respond. “China will take resolute measures to safeguard its national sovereignty, security, and development rights and interests,” the…
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has vowed to stay on and stabilize the political situation after the ruling party’s worst electoral result since 2009. While he is expected to continue as premier for now, he may yet not survive a leadership vote due within 30 days in parliament, and even if he does it’s unclear…