7 minutes on Asia: Europe’s struggle for relevance in the age of China and Trump’s ‘G2’

7 minutes on Asia: Europe’s struggle for relevance in the age of China and Trump’s ‘G2’

At a meeting in Brussels last month, foreign ministers from the European Union’s 27 member states sat down to discuss the bloc’s plans for the Indo-Pacific region. The conversation, according to several people familiar with it, lasted just seven minutes. It is perhaps unsurprising, then, that officials, diplomats and experts are groaning about the lack…

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German Minister: Putin Rejects Ceasefire, Urges Stronger Support for Ukraine

German Minister: Putin Rejects Ceasefire, Urges Stronger Support for Ukraine

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius has declared that Russian President Vladimir Putin Rejects Ceasefire and does not want peace for Ukraine. He emphasized that ongoing diplomatic efforts remain largely “wishful thinking,” as no meaningful breakthrough has been achieved in the war. Pistorius stressed the importance of supporting and strengthening Ukraine’s defence, saying, “Our goal is…

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file photo the audi e5 sportback the first model of audi s series of electric vehicles evs jointly developed with saic is showcased at a volkswagen event in shanghai china april 22 2025 reuters zoey zhang file photo

China’s EV tech forces globals to license for speed.

When Audi executives first encountered the Zeekr 001 in 2021—a long-range electric vehicle with European styling—it served as a stark wake-up call for the premium German automaker. Chinese technology was needed to compete with Chinese rivals. “The Zeekr 001 back then shocked quite everyone,” said Stefan Poetzl, president of SAIC Audi Sales and Marketing. “We…

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Top 10 legendary German Footballers of All Time

Top 10 legendary German Footballers of All Time

Germany has gifted the football world with some of the most iconic talents in history. Legendary German footballers have not only dominated domestic leagues but also conquered the international stage. From World Cup glory to Champions League heroics, they’ve left an undeniable legacy. These players are celebrated for their tactical intelligence, leadership, and relentless drive….

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Hong Kong pulls Haribo gummies from stores after cannabis taint in Netherlands

Hong Kong pulls Haribo gummies from stores after cannabis taint in Netherlands

Hong Kong’s food safety watchdog has instructed businesses to temporarily remove Haribo’s gummy products from shelves as a precautionary measure, following reports from the Netherlands of cannabis contamination in certain batches of the popular sweets and an import suspension by Taiwan. In response to the Post’s queries, a government spokesman said on Sunday that while…

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