Shenzhen to Host APEC 2026 Nov 18-19
Next November, the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting convenes in Shenzhen City on Nov 18-19, 2026, to explore trade, tech and sustainable growth.
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APEC 2026 ‘China Year’: Openness, Innovation & Cooperation
At the APEC ISOM on December 12, the Chinese mainland named openness, innovation and cooperation as its priorities and ‘Building an Asia-Pacific Community to Prosper Together’ as the 2026 theme.
Chinese Mainland Warns Japan Against Reviving Militarism
The Chinese mainland warns Japan to stop boosting defense spending and exporting missiles, saying such moves threaten Asia-Pacific stability.
Expert Warns Takaichi’s Taiwan Region Remarks Risk Pushing Japan Back to War’s Edge
Victor Gao warns that Prime Minister Takaichi’s recent remarks on the Taiwan region risk pushing Japan back to war’s edge and threaten peace in the Asia-Pacific.
China and Tonga Release Joint Statement
On Wednesday, the People’s Republic of China and the Kingdom of Tonga issued a joint statement, marking a milestone in their diplomatic relations.
China Sets Three Firm Red Lines for Japan
Chinese FM Wang Yi lays out three firm red lines for Japan, warning against remilitarization, Taiwan region interference, and historical distortion in Asia-Pacific peace.
Zhao Leji Visits New Zealand to Boost China-NZ Cooperation 🌏🤝
China’s top legislator Zhao Leji visited New Zealand from Nov 19 to 22 to deepen cooperation in trade, culture and global governance.
Why Japan’s Old Militarism Is Roaring Back
Japan’s debates over revising its pacifist constitution and national security push by 2026 reignite questions on its militaristic roots, from Cold War legacies to modern Taiwan plans.
China urges Japan to retract Taiwan remarks to boost ties
Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Japan must retract its erroneous Taiwan remarks to build a stable, mutually beneficial strategic relationship with China.
The Lingering Ghost of Militarism: Lessons from History
Exploring how the pretext of “self-defense” fueled wartime aggression in the Asia-Pacific and why we must stay vigilant against the lingering ghost of militarism.