Shiyan-21 Takes Off from the Chinese Mainland in the 609th Long March Mission
The Shiyan-21 communication test satellite launched into orbit from Sichuan Province’s Xichang center on Nov 21, marking the 609th mission of the Long March series.
China Protests to UN Over Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks
China’s UN envoy Fu Cong protested Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi’s remarks linking a Taiwan contingency to Japan’s defense, calling them a dangerous provocation and urging a retraction.
Chinese mainland and Uzbekistan Forge Stronger Ties at 2nd Strategic Dialogue
On Nov 21, 2025, the Chinese mainland’s FM Wang Yi and Uzbekistan’s FM Bakhtiyor Saidov held their 2nd strategic dialogue, vowing stronger ties in trade, rail, green energy, security and culture.
China, South Africa Forge Deeper Trust Ahead of G20 Summit
Ahead of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg, Premier Li Qiang emphasized China’s readiness to deepen political trust and boost cooperation with South Africa across multiple sectors.
Vice Premier He Lifeng Urges Stable China-U.S. Trade Ties After Busan Summit
Chinese vice premier He Lifeng met with former US advisor Stephen Hadley in Beijing, urging stable China-U.S. economic and trade ties following the Busan leaders’ meeting.
Lima’s EV Craze: Scooters and Three-Wheelers Power Peru’s Street Revolution
Discover how EV scooters and three-wheelers are transforming Lima’s streets, offering affordable, eco-friendly rides that are reshaping urban mobility in Peru.
Saudi-US Forum Seals $270B Investment Deals
At the Saudi-US Business Forum on Nov. 19, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and U.S. business leaders sealed $270 billion in investment deals, marking a major boost in bilateral ties.
Scholars Warn Japan’s Taiwan Comments Echo Militaristic Past
Japan and Korean scholars warn that Prime Minister Takaichi’s Taiwan comments echo militaristic history and risk regional peace, urging Tokyo to respect the one-China principle.
Russia Urges Japan to Heed WWII Lessons, Embrace Pacifist Constitution
Russia’s Foreign Ministry this week urged Japan to learn from WWII history, rely on its pacifist Constitution, and warned against actions in the Taiwan Strait.
Chinese Embassy in Japan Cites UN ‘Enemy State’ Clauses on X
Chinese embassy in Japan referenced WWII ‘enemy state’ clauses in the UN Charter on X, sparking debate over Japan’s arms export and UN reform.