China’s far west region of Xinjiang is seeking closer ties and cross-border cooperation with Pakistan and Central Asian countries in a bid to counter US sanctions and consolidate its role as a gateway under the Belt and Road Initiative. Khunjerab port – the sole border crossing connecting China and Pakistan – in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous…
Highlights of some of the Green Initiatives, that cover over 8000 kilometres, via the Policy Research Center for Environment and Economy of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment. Highlights of some of the Green Initiatives, that cover over 8000 kilometres, via the Policy Research Center for Environment and Economy of the Ministry of Ecology and…
US president-elect Donald Trump, known for valuing loyalty, has expressed regret over many senior officials from his last term who tried to thwart his often impulsive directives and ambitions. Trump’s first administration was marked by turmoil and high turnover, with some former allies imprisoned for actions taken during his presidency, while others emerged as vocal…
The US announced on Monday it was adding six Chinese companies to an export blacklist for supporting the development of Iran’s weapons of mass destruction as well as the modernisation of China’s military. “We will continue to cut off entities that seek to evade our controls and act contrary to US national security,” said Thea…
China’s new stealth combat drones are likely to be paired with fighter jets, playing the role of “loyal wingman” and acting as a “force multiplier” for the country’s airborne operations, according to military analysts. Citing satellite imagery from Planet Labs, defence news site The War Zone reported last week that a pair of GJ-11 Sharp…