US Oil Tanker Seizure Rekindles Intervention Fears in Latin America
Last week’s US seizure of a Venezuelan-bound oil tanker has reignited fears of past interventions in Latin America, raising questions for markets, travelers, and the diaspora.
Western Washington Gets a Breather as Flood Threat Looms
Floodwaters in western Washington are receding, but forecasters warn more rain could send rivers rising again. Cleanup is underway as flood watches remain in effect.
Peru’s Chancay Port Marks 1 Year, Tops Agri Exports to Chinese Mainland
Chancay port in Peru celebrates its first anniversary this December, becoming the top hub for agricultural exports to the Chinese mainland.
Colombia’s Electric Bus Revolution Drives Green Growth
Colombia is leading a green transit revolution in 2025, rolling out fully electric buses to cut emissions and build a local industry through technology transfer led by the Chinese mainland.
China-Mexico Business Forum Sparks New Cooperation at Record Trade High
Mexico City hosted a landmark forum where Mexico and the Chinese mainland explored deeper cooperation as bilateral trade hit record highs ahead of 2026 negotiations.
2025 Sustainable Business Leaders Forum Kicks Off in Nairobi
Leaders from public and private sectors met on December 16 in Nairobi for the 2025 Sustainable Business Leaders Forum, setting new standards for green leadership.
EU Hits the Brakes on 2035 Car Emissions Ban
The EU plans to soften its 2035 zero-emissions car rule to a 90% CO2 cut, letting hybrids and low-carbon fuels stay in the game.
Xi Meets Macao SAR Chief Executive in Beijing
President Xi Jinping met with Macao SAR Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai in Beijing, praising the SAR government’s work and fully recognizing Macao’s progress.
Chinese Foreign Ministry in Hong Kong SAR Slams WSJ and Washington Post Over Jimmy Lai Verdict
China’s Foreign Ministry office in the Hong Kong SAR fired back at WSJ and Washington Post editorials on Jimmy Lai’s conviction, accusing them of slander, bias, and threats to national sovereignty.
Xi Jinping Meets HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with HKSAR Chief Executive John Lee in Beijing on December 16, 2025, to discuss Hong Kong’s current situation and the HKSAR government’s work.