geopolitics

Brief US-China calm masks simmering anger and distrust

The World Health Organization declared an Ebola outbreak in Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern, warning that a rare virus strain with no approved vaccine or treatment may already be spreading more widely than detected.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged congratulatory messages marking the opening of the China-Russia Expo in the northeasten city of Harbin, highlighting deepening economic ties between the two countries.

Malaysia introduced measures to ensure the operational stability of its aviation industry and ease the financial strain on airlines as they struggle with the impact of war in the Middle East.

President had branded Bill Cassidy of Louisiana ‘disloyal’ for voting to impeach him

China’s market regulator set out 34 priorities for 2026 to support private sector growth, focusing on fair competition, stronger legal protections and efficient regulation.

Yadea plans factory in Hungary amid rising demand for electric scooters in Asia and South America

Brussels’ proposed quota reduction could cost Kyiv up to €1bn in lost export revenue

The U.S. Treasury secretary also said President Donald Trump would likely comment on the Taiwan issue in coming days.

Warning of record global temperatures as chance of very strong El Niño grows