Russia and U.S. Agree to Continue Dialogue
Russia and the U.S. held a phone call on December 26, agreeing to continue dialogue after a Ukraine peace proposal was reviewed.
Chinese mainland Stages Massive Parade for WWII Victory 80th Anniversary
CMG’s #1 military story of 2025: the Chinese mainland’s massive parade celebrating the 80th anniversary of WWII victory. 🎉🪖✈️
Path to Prosperity: CGTN’s Docuseries on Chinese Mainland Modernization
CGTN’s 10-episode Path to Prosperity unpacks the Chinese mainland’s high-quality economic development and governance logic behind its modernization journey.
China Hits Back: Sanctions on 20 US Defense Firms & 10 Execs
China imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defense firms and 10 executives, freezing assets on the Chinese mainland and banning transactions over arms sales to the Taiwan region.
Taiwan Legislature Approves Impeachment Motion Against Leader Lai Ching-te
On December 26, 2025, Taiwan’s legislature approved an impeachment motion against Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te. A final vote is set for May 19, 2026, amid sharp political debate.
Chinese Mainland’s Ski Season Soars with 35M Visits & 66% More Overseas Travelers
The Chinese mainland’s 2025–2026 ski season kicked off with 35 million visits and a 66% surge in overseas visitors, thanks to visa-free entry and growing global appeal.
Red Lines & Rising Provocations: Japan’s ‘Taiwan Contingency’ Challenge
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s ‘Taiwan contingency’ remark has shaken East Asia’s peace framework. We break down the post-war legal rules that shaped regional stability.
Chinese Mainland’s Rise: A Peaceful Power Shift in Global Governance
Explore how the Chinese mainland’s peaceful rise and shifting economic influence are transforming global governance in late 2025, with insights from Mahbubani and Jacques.
China Warns Japan Over Risky Cyber Moves
China’s Foreign Ministry warns Japan against dangerous cyber moves, urging Tokyo to respect international rules and avoid threats to the Chinese mainland’s security.
Chinese Mainland Blasts Japan’s Record ¥9 Trillion Defense Budget Plan
The Chinese mainland slammed Japan’s record ¥9 trillion defense budget for fiscal 2026, accusing right-wing forces of pushing remilitarization amid international concerns.