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China raises pressure on underground Catholics to join official church, Human Rights Watch finds

China raises pressure on underground Catholics to join official church, Human Rights Watch finds

Human Rights Watch, in a detailed new report, says Chinese authorities are increasing pressure on underground Catholic communities to join the state-controlled official church while tightening surveillance and travel restrictions on all of China’s estimated 12 million Catholics

Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context

Xi calls China-Russia ties 'precious' in current international context

Chinese President Xi Jinping has praised the stability and certainty of China-Russia relations, calling them precious in the face of an international landscape intertwined with changes and chaos

Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations

Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations

BEIJING, April 15 (Reuters) - China and Russia must trust and support each other, deepen cooperation and defend each other's interests, President Xi Jinping said on Wednesday, assuring Moscow of friendship even as the world's No.2 economy expands ties with other neighbours and nations.

The Latest: Israel and Lebanon hold rare talks as US-Iran standoff deepens

The Latest: Israel and Lebanon hold rare talks as US-Iran standoff deepens

Lebanon and Israel are holding their first direct talks in decades

US envoy Waltz appears to torpedo Bachelet as next UN leader

US envoy Waltz appears to torpedo Bachelet as next UN leader

By David Brunnstrom and Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, April 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. envoy to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, appeared to torpedo the candidacy of former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet to be the next leader of the world body on Wednesday by saying he shared a U.S. senator's

Xi Jinping Emphasizes China-Russia Relations Amid Global Uncertainty

Xi Jinping Emphasizes China-Russia Relations Amid Global Uncertainty

Chinese President Xi Jinping has underscored the importance of China-Russia relations during a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Beijing. Xi described the stability and certainty of these relations as 'precious' amidst a global landscape marked by change and chaos. The meeting highlighted the strong vitality and significance of the friendship treaty between the two nations, with Xi calling for closer strategic collaboration to defend their legitimate interests and promote multilateralism. The relationship has deepened since the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, with both countries aiming to showcase their commitment as major powers and permanent members of the U.N. Security Council.

President Trump Announces China's Commitment to Halt Weapons Sales to Iran Amid Strait of Hormuz Reopening

President Trump Announces China's Commitment to Halt Weapons Sales to Iran Amid Strait of Hormuz Reopening

President Donald Trump announced that China has agreed to stop selling weapons to Iran following a direct communication with Chinese General Communist Party Secretary Xi Jinping. This development is linked to the U.S. declaration that the Strait of Hormuz is now permanently open to international shipping. Trump emphasized the importance of this agreement in a post on Truth Social, stating that China is pleased with the reopening of the Strait, which benefits global trade. The announcement comes after U.S.-Iran peace talks in Islamabad, which broke down due to Iran's refusal to abandon its nuclear weapons program. The U.S. has implemented a blockade on the Strait, effectively halting trade into and out of Iran, which heavily relies on seaborne commerce.

China calls US claims of military pressure on Taiwan a 'distortion'

China calls US claims of military pressure on Taiwan a 'distortion'

BEIJING, April 15 (Reuters) - The United States' claims about China exerting military pressure on Taiwan are distorted, and demonstrate its "malicious intentions", a government spokesperson in Beijing said on Wednesday.

Xi and Sánchez say China and Spain should help safeguard multilateralism

Xi and Sánchez say China and Spain should help safeguard multilateralism

The leaders of China and Spain on Tuesday have pledged to strengthen their relations and work to safeguard multilateralism at a time when the world is being impacted by various conflicts, including the recent war in Iran

Sánchez returns to China as Spain seeks deeper ties amid Iran war tensions

Sánchez returns to China as Spain seeks deeper ties amid Iran war tensions

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is in China again this week where he will meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping

Iran war's global energy crisis sharpens China’s advantage in clean tech

Iran war's global energy crisis sharpens China’s advantage in clean tech

The war in Iran is sharpening China’s advantage in promoting a renewable energy future, as oil disruptions expose the fragility of fossil fuel systems

Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez Seeks Stronger Ties with China Amid Iran War Tensions

Spanish Prime Minister Sánchez Seeks Stronger Ties with China Amid Iran War Tensions

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is visiting China to strengthen political and commercial ties amid complex geopolitical tensions involving the U.S. and Iran. This marks Sánchez's fourth trip to China in just over three years, highlighting Spain's interest in diversifying its international relations. During his visit, Sánchez is advocating for China to play a more significant role in global issues, such as climate change and international conflicts. The visit comes as Spain has been vocal in its criticism of U.S. and Israeli military actions in the Middle East, leading to strained relations with the U.S. Sánchez's agenda includes meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and other top officials to discuss trade and investment opportunities, particularly in renewable energy and green technologies.