Tang Lan June 9, 2023
Editor's Note: It has been a decade since the PRISM scandal which enraged the world was exposed by Edward Snowden. Under the guise of so-called national interests, the US government and its related intelligence agencies utilize their technological and first-mover advantages to conduct cyber surveillance and attacks around...more
Speaking on the issue of Japan's discharge of Fukushima nuclear-contaminated wastewater into sea, Zhang Kejian, chairman of China Atomic Energy Authority harshly criticized Japan's "extremely irresponsible" act at an International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) board of governors meeting held on Monday in Vienna, the capital of Austria. Japan's...more
The recent interactions between senior Chinese and US officials are a contrast to the tit-for-tat actions and war of words between the two militaries over the Taiwan Straits and the South China Sea, which analysts said highlighted the fact that China and the US have entered a more...more
Amid the rapprochement momentum in the Middle East and the US' strategic dilemma in the region, Washington is trying to avoid the total collapse of its influence in the region, experts said on Monday, as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to start his three-day Saudi...more
As the date for Japan's planned dumping of nuclear-contaminated wastewater into the ocean approaches, a Pandora's Box threatening the global marine ecosystem is likely to be opened. The Japanese government announced its decision on April 13 to release the nuclear-contaminated wastewater from the storage tanks at the Fukushima...more
In the geopolitical chess game in East Asia, the US-Japan alliance has been the focus of attention. Recently, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin embarked on his seventh visit to the Indo-Pacific region since taking office. On Thursday, he visited Japan and met with Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa...more
Editor's Note: Governor of the US state of Montana Greg Gianforte signed a bill last month to ban TikTok, making Montana the first state to ban the popular social media app. In a quick response, five TikTok users in Montana who create content posted on the app filed...more
The concept of "Chinese modernization" has received strong reactions from other countries since its introduction. The definition and the five characteristics of Chinese modernization specified in the report of the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China are significant. That is, it is the modernization of...more
What a tragic time for India. At least 275 people were killed and more than 1000 injured in a horrific three-train collision in India, officials said Saturday. As we express our condolences for the victims, it is noteworthy that among the first news stories concerning India today, one...more
Nepal Prime Minister Pushpa Kamal Dahal, aka Prachanda, concluded his four-day visit to India on Saturday. This visit has continued a tradition of new Nepalese leaders making New Delhi their first foreign port of call after assuming office. This is the fourth visit of Prachanda to India as...more
A notice introducing a restriction on the overseas travel for artworks created by late Chinese masters was recently issued by China's State Administration of Cultural Heritage. Aimed at art pioneers who passed away after 1911, the notice encompasses all the artworks created by 41 big name artists including...more
What additional support and care can be given to one of the most vulnerable groups on China's frontiers? In Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, the "Journey for Angel - Xinjiang Congenital Heart Disease Screening and Assistance Action" event by the Chinese Red Cross Foundation (CRCF), along with...more
Editor's Note: Since 2012, China has witnessed an extraordinary economic transition, with historic achievements in all aspects of the economy from its size to quality. Such an unparalleled feat does not just happen, especially during a tumultuous period in the global geo-economic landscape and a tough phase in...more
Supreme Leader of the Korean people, comrade Kim Jong Un, has been re-elected unanimously as the...
Editor's Note: The blueprint of China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) has been unfolded. This top-level design for...
As US and Israeli strikes against Iran rattle financial markets and send oil prices surging, over...
The recently-concluded two sessions in Beijing have delivered a clear signal about China's economic direction for...
Kathmandu, Nepal. Bulldozer evictions in Kathmandu have sparked strong condemnation after authorities demolished homes of landless...
Editor's Note: In an era marked by ecological challenges, development dilemmas and geopolitical dynamics are increasingly...
