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China

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China, or the People's Republic of China, is a state located in East Asia. China is the fourth largest country in the world by area, covering approximately 9.6 million square kilometers. It borders many states and is washed by the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Its capital is Beijing. With a population of over 1.4 billion people, China is the second most populous country in the world. China's gross domestic product is the second largest in the world by nominal value after the United States, and also ranks first in GDP adjusted for purchasing power parity (PPP).
2012
The world's longest high-speed railway was opened, connecting Beijing with Guangzhou
2021
The complete eradication of extreme poverty in the country was announced
2021
The first satellite for solar energy research was successfully launched
2022
The construction of its own multi-module manned orbital station was completed
2023
The total length of high-speed railways reached 45 thousand kilometers
2023
The world's fastest offshore high-speed railway was opened
2023
The country's economy showed a gross domestic product growth of 5.2%
2025
75-80% of the goals of the "Made in China 2025" program for the development of innovative industries were achieved
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"No significant breakthroughs": what Xi and Putin agreed on, the status of the gas project, and what was said regarding Ukraine

The parties agreed on the route for Power of Siberia 2, but the schedule and prices remain open. An agreement on a new railway was signed and the visa-free regime was extended.

Politics • May 20, 11:11 AM • 4179 views
Trump's envoy Witkoff to visit Russia - Putin's envoy

Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Russia in the near future. This was stated by Putin's representative Kirill Dmitriev during his stay in China.

Politics • May 20, 06:59 AM • 12804 views
Putin met with Xi and declared an unprecedented level of relations with China, invited him to the Russian FederationPhotoVideo

Putin declared unprecedented cooperation with China and invited Xi to the RF. The leaders discussed a new world order, with the construction of a gas pipeline on the agenda.

News of the World • May 20, 05:19 AM • 3262 views
"You'll get nothing but a kick in the teeth": Ukraine's Permanent Representative to the UN responds to Russia's demands and warns of a "boomerang"

Andriy Melnyk at the UN rejected Russia's demands for surrender and called the attacks on Russia a boomerang. He urged the world to respond to Putin's nuclear blackmail.

Politics • May 19, 11:50 PM • 19920 views
US in no rush to extend trade truce with China – Bessent

The US is in no hurry to extend the trade truce with China, which is in effect until November. Beijing is satisfactorily fulfilling the conditions regarding the supply of critical minerals.

News of the World • May 19, 07:03 PM • 3787 views
Greenland's Premier states he will not agree to cede sovereignty to the US for new military bases

Premier Nielsen rejected the possibility of transferring territories for sovereign US bases. Greenland continues security negotiations without concessions on sovereignty.

Politics • May 19, 03:54 PM • 3751 views
Putin arrived in China for talks with Xi Jinping following TrumpVideo

The Russian dictator arrived in Beijing for his first foreign visit of 2026. The meeting with Xi Jinping takes place immediately after Donald Trump's trip.

Politics • May 19, 03:41 PM • 4198 views
Russia secretly trained military personnel in China, some of whom later went to the war in Ukraine - Reuters

About 200 Russian military personnel underwent secret training on drone usage at bases in China. Some of them have reportedly returned to fight against Ukraine at the front.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:57 PM • 16839 views
Beijing dismissed reports of Xi's statement to Trump that Putin might "regret" the invasion of Ukraine

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun called the FT report regarding criticism of Putin at the summit with the US false.

Politics • May 19, 12:04 PM • 3857 views
Taiwan expresses "cautious optimism" regarding US weapons supplies

Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo expressed optimism regarding US arms sales. Washington is considering a new aid package worth $14 billion.

News of the World • May 19, 10:31 AM • 3587 views
Putin seeks to unblock gas pipeline during talks with Xi in Beijing - Bloomberg

Putin will discuss the construction of the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline in Beijing. Russia's economic dependence on sanctioned technologies from China has reached over 90%.

Economy • May 19, 08:08 AM • 3442 views
Xi Jinping told Trump that Putin might "regret" the invasion of Ukraine - FT

Xi Jinping told Trump that Putin might regret the invasion of Ukraine. The leaders also discussed cooperation against the International Criminal Court.

Politics • May 19, 05:19 AM • 22032 views
Direct foreign flights from the Russian Federation have decreased threefold compared to the Soviet era – analysts

This summer, it will be possible to fly from the Russian Federation to only 32 countries, which is three times fewer than during the Soviet era. The list includes Afghanistan, North Korea, Iran, and 29 other states.

Economy • May 18, 05:30 PM • 6446 views
Bessent confirmed that the US will extend the authorization to purchase Russian oil for another month

The US Treasury Department has issued a 30-day license to receive Russian oil stranded at sea. This will help stabilize the market and limit purchases by China.

Economy • May 18, 05:07 PM • 4698 views
Iran wants to insure vessels in the Strait of Hormuz using Bitcoin – media

Tehran has established the PGSA body to insure vessels in the Strait of Hormuz for Bitcoin. The US and the UN oppose the introduction of these transit fees.

Economy • May 18, 01:20 PM • 5805 views
LNG imports to Europe fall for the second consecutive month due to rising shipments to Asia - Bloomberg

LNG shipments to Europe are falling due to the war in the Middle East and demand in Asia. The region is forced to compete for resources to fill gas storage facilities.

News of the World • May 18, 12:18 PM • 4367 views
One of the vessels hit during the Russian drone attack belongs to a Chinese shipowner – Navy provides detailsVideo

An enemy drone attacked the bulk carrier KSL DEYANG with a Chinese crew near the Odesa region. The owner of the affected vessel is a company from the PRC.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 11:42 AM • 3428 views
Third foreign vessel damaged during Russian attack en route to Greater Odesa ports - USPA

A civilian vessel flying the Panamanian flag was damaged by a drone attack while traveling to port. The crew mitigated the consequences; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 10:28 AM • 34050 views
China's Defense Ministry announces readiness to strengthen trust with the US following Trump-Xi Jinping meeting

Beijing is ready to strengthen military trust with the US after the meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping. The parties are discussing stability amidst disputes over Taiwan.

Politics • May 18, 09:48 AM • 4371 views
Russian attack affected 8 regions, one of the drones hit a Chinese vessel – Zelenskyy announced work with partners on air defensePhotoVideo

During a night attack involving 524 drones and 22 missiles, a Russian UAV hit a Chinese vessel. Zelenskyy urged partners to strengthen air defense and anti-ballistic capabilities.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 07:44 AM • 4117 views
Chinese vessel survived hostile "Shahed" attack - Ukrainian Navy spokesperson

A Chinese merchant vessel survived a hostile "Shahed" attack at sea; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:20 AM • 5367 views
Taiwan's President defends purchase of US weapons following Trump's statements

Lai Ching-te called US weapons the key to peace after Trump's remarks about a bargaining chip. Trump has not yet approved a new $14 billion military aid package.

Politics • May 17, 09:14 PM • 4052 views
China agreed to purchase $17 billion in agricultural products from the US annually - Bloomberg

China will purchase $17 billion worth of US agricultural products annually until 2028. The parties also agreed to resume exports of American beef and poultry.

Economy • May 17, 07:43 PM • 3820 views
USA, China, and Russia are interested in a divided Europe - Kallas

Kallas urged EU countries to avoid bilateral agreements with the US to maintain unity. She stated that Washington, Beijing, and Moscow want to divide the bloc.

Politics • May 17, 02:29 PM • 4161 views
Ukrainian rowers win gold and bronze at the World Cup stage

Liudmyla Luzan won gold, and Ivanna Diachenko took bronze at the Canoe Sprint World Cup in Germany. Luzan triumphed in the 200-meter canoe sprint.

Sports • May 17, 12:28 PM • 3437 views
Xi Jinping and Putin announce deepening cooperation between China and Russia

The leaders of the PRC and the Russian Federation agreed to strengthen strategic cooperation at an exhibition in Harbin. They plan to develop their economies by leveraging the geographical proximity of the two countries.

Economy • May 17, 04:59 AM • 10918 views
Canada strengthens defense cooperation with Nordic countries following Trump's statements on Greenland

Canada is strengthening Arctic defense in cooperation with Nordic countries following Trump's statements on Greenland. The region will be protected against Russian military activity.

Politics • May 17, 02:58 AM • 14347 views
Global companies have begun stockpiling raw materials due to risks of an energy crisis amid the war with Iran

Manufacturers are stockpiling raw materials due to risks of energy shortages and supply chain disruptions amid the war with Iran. This is intensifying global inflationary pressure.

Economy • May 17, 12:36 AM • 4980 views
China intensifies criticism of the EU over subsidy investigations. Brussels has responded

China has opposed the EU's subsidy investigations into the company Nuctech. Beijing called Brussels' actions illegal and prohibited companies from cooperating.

News of the World • May 16, 03:15 PM • 8292 views
China and the US hope for a swift end to the war in Ukraine - Wang Yi

Wang Yi stated that Beijing and Washington are ready to facilitate peace negotiations. Xi Jinping will visit the US in the fall to strengthen strategic stability.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 02:47 PM • 81369 views