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China Sends 3 Astronauts to Space Station On Space Day

MARKING the country’s 10th Space Day, China launched three astronauts aboard the Shenzhou-20 crewed spacecraft on Thursday to its Tiangong space station, continuing its rotation of personnel as part of its long-term space habitation ambitions. The spacecraft lifted off at 5:17 pm Beijing Time from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre …

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China Warns Nations Over US Trade Deal fallout

CHINA has issued a stern warning to countries considering broader trade deals with the United States, stating that any agreements which undermine Beijing’s interests will face firm resistance. The warning comes amidst escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies over trade tariffs and geopolitical competition. The Chinese Ministry of …

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China Deal to Turbocharge Zimbabwe Airports

Zimbabwe has extended its partnership with China Jiangsu International to further expand airport infrastructure and aviation workforce training, in a strategic move aimed at reinforcing the country’s growing role as a key Southern African air hub. This renewed agreement builds on past collaborations that saw the modernisation of two major …

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China-Africa Trade Surges to $295bn

CHINA and Africa recorded a significant boost in economic ties last year, with bilateral trade hitting $295bn in 2024, reflecting a 6 percent year-on-year increase, according to officials from the African Union (AU) and the Chinese Mission to the AU. Speaking at a policy briefing in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the …

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China Launches Surprise Military Drills Around Taiwan

CHINA has commenced large-scale military exercises around Taiwan, accusing its leaders of promoting separatism and pushing the island into war. The unannounced drills on Tuesday morning have been described as a “stern warning” by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) against Taiwan’s government. In an official statement, China’s Eastern Theatre Command …

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China Calls for “Long-term” Peace deal for Ukraine war

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reiterated Beijing’s calls for a fair, lasting, and binding peace agreement to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Wang urged all parties involved to engage in meaningful dialogue. China has consistently supported Russia since the onset of the conflict, advocating …

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China Imposes Retaliatory Tariffs on key Canadian Exports

CHINA on Saturday announced steep tariffs on Canadian agricultural produce, including food products, in response to Ottawa’s recent trade measures. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce confirmed the decision, citing Canada’s duties on Chinese electric vehicles (EVs), steel, and aluminium. The tariffs will take effect on March 20. The forthcoming sanctions …

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