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China finds risks, opportunities as Trump pushes for ‘spheres of influence’

China will need to reassess its investment in Venezuela and its understanding of US foreign policy under Trump.

A familiar refrain as China and Japan, uneasy neighbors in East Asia, begin 2026 at odds again

China and Japan — frenemies, trading partners and uneasy neighbors with a tortured, bloody history they still struggle to ...

As Beijing targets Tokyo over Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks, what levers does Japan have?

China’s access to Japan’s coveted industrial-use goods – especially a critical chipmaking ingredient – may face hurdles if ...

Korea's Lee, in Beijing, sees full restoration of China ties in 2026

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday that he wants to open a "new phase" for relations with China, after ...

China condemns Maduro capture, but some see it as a chance to assert its global position

Experts say Beijing may see the U.S.' seizing Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro not as a license to move on Taiwan as much ...

Maduro’s capture is a blow to China. But on Chinese social media it’s being hailed as a blueprint for Taiwan

The seizing of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro removes one of China’s staunchest partners in Latin America, raising questions over its political and economic influence in the region.

Inside China’s $10B Plan to Accelerate 50+ AI and Tech Initiatives

China is investing $10 billion across 50+ tech projects in Shanghai’s Pudong district, signaling a major push to challenge ...

Korea's Lee, in Beijing, says he seeks full restoration of China ties in 2026

By Joyce Lee, Heejin Kim and Xiuhao Chen BEIJING/SEOUL, Jan 5 (Reuters) - South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday ...