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Why DPP's 'diplomatic maneuvering' hits the wall, again - April 23, 2026
To borrow a line from a song that went viral across the Taiwan Straits late last year, the Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) authorities continue "rushing and stumbling," only to end up "rolling on their knees."
Uncovering the systemic conspiracy of Japan's 'neo-militarism' - April 23, 2026
Within just one month, Japan has presented the world with a disturbing picture at an alarming pace: an active-duty officer of the Japan Self-Defense Forces (SDF) broke into the Chinese embassy in Tokyo with a knife and threatened violence; a Japanese destroyer transited the Taiwan Straits on the same day as the signing of the Treaty of Shimonoseki 131 years ago......
Overstretching cybersecurity risks is the EU's great risk - April 22, 2026
Recently, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce formally submitted its comments to the European Commission regarding the draft revision of the EU's Cybersecurity Act, expressing China's serious concerns.
Denying culpability for past aggression is a dangerous invite to its recurrence - April 22, 2026
On Monday, Tokyo's political class, including Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, gathered at a memorial service to honor former Japanese prime minister Tomiichi Murayama, who issued a Cabinet-endorsed statement in his name in 1995 acknowledging that Japan followed a mistaken national policy when it advanced along the road to war.
Three sports events reflect the surging 'new' wave of China's economy - April 21, 2026
Chinese society has been quite lively these past few days. In Beijing, at the second edition of a humanoid robot half-marathon, a robot broke the human half-marathon world record for the first time, dazzling the international media.
US must engage in negotiations with sincerity - April 21, 2026
The conflict between the United States and Iran has reached a critical juncture, with negotiations in Islamabad offering a glimmer of hope for resolution.
Marathon of innovation has no finish line - April 20, 2026
The half-marathon in Beijing's E-Town economic and technological development zone on April 19 showcased a leap in the capabilities of Chinese-made humanoid robots.
Hormuz passage is global concern, not just contention for belligerents - April 20, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz is one of those places where geography and economics collide with geopolitical forces. When it is open, the world scarcely notices. When it is closed, everyone pays — at the pump, in inflation data, in stock markets and eventually in global stability itself.
Returning looted artifacts a moral imperative - April 19, 2026
The French National Assembly recently passed a bill simplifying the restitution procedure for artworks looted from 1815 to 1972. It represents a noticeable step in the global movement to return cultural artifacts to their countries of origin.
Flirtation between Japan and NATO a cause for high vigilance of region: China Daily editorial - April 19, 2026
The arrival of envoys from NATO member states in Tokyo has been framed as "deepening partnership". Yet the choreography of this visit — three days of meetings, defense industry factory tours, and carefully worded communiques — betrays a more anxious subtext.
