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2025 - 2 - 8China's High-Seas Drama: When Fishing Turns Into a Historical Spat!
Belt and Road Initiative - China - Disaster Management - International Relations - Japan - Landslide - Panama - Rescue Operations - South China Sea - U.S. Foreign Policy - Xi JinpingTensions simmer as US and Japan confront China over its South China Sea antics, while Panama makes waves of its own!
In a world where waters can boil over faster than a pot on a stove, the recent tumult in the South China Sea has grabbed the attention of global superpowers. The United States, under President Donald Trump, and Japan, led by Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, have expressed their serious opposition to what they call "provocative activities" carried out by China in this contested maritime region. As fishing boats clash with diplomatic tensions, the international waters are becoming less about catching fish and more about catching headlines.
Meanwhile, the relationship between China and Panama has also seen some dramatic shifts. Just recently, Panama made headlines as it became the first Latin American country to leave China's Belt and Road Initiative, a colossal infrastructure investment scheme. In response, China was quick to accuse the Trump administration of exerting undue pressure and coercion on the Panamanian government. Talk about making waves! It feels like a classic case of navigating friendships in a stormy sea, doesn't it?
In the midst of these spats, Central Asian countries are looking at China as a potential ally, albeit while still being influenced by Russia. This creates a complex web of international relations where rivals can suddenly become allies, much like how an octopus can blend into its surroundings. The need for connections is ever-important, and everyone's trying to cast their nets in these waters – some for fish, and some for favor.
As tensions rise, we can't help but wonder about the implications. Did you know that the South China Sea is one of the world's busiest maritime trade routes, accounting for one-third of global shipping traffic? And as for Panama, it's a small country that packs a punch, with the Panama Canal being instrumental in international trade, cutting down shipping times significantly. So the next time you're enjoying a seafood feast, think about the political currents that could be swimming under your plate!
US, Japan condemn China's 'provocative activities' in South China ... (Philstar.com)
US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday condemned China for "provocative activities" in the contested South China Sea ...
Central Asian countries moving closer to China (Voice of America)
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US, Japan condemn China's 'provocative activities' in South China ... (GMA News Online)
US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Friday condemned China for "provocative activities" in the contested South China Sea ...
US, Japan oppose China's threatening, provocative' activities in SCS (pna.gov.ph)
MANILA – United States President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru have conveyed “serious opposition” to China's maritime claims as ...
China lodges serious representation with Panama on its withdrawal ... (Global Times)
Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs Zhao Zhiyuan met with Panamanian Ambassador to China Miguel Humberto Lecaro Barcenas on Friday, lodging a serious ...
China lashes out at US 'coercion' after Panama declines to renew ... (The Associated Press)
China on lashed out at what it called U.S. “coercion” after Panama declined to renew a key infrastructure agreement with Beijing following Washington's ...
Panama Leaves BRI, China Blames Trump's Canal Threats (Foreign Policy)
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China derides U.S. "pressure and coercion" as Panama scraps Belt ... (CBS News)
Panama's decision to leave a key investment deal with China has drawn accusations from Beijing of "pressure and coercion" by the Trump administration.
China blasts US official's baseless accusations (Chinadaily USA)
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Trump says China 'operates' the Panama Canal – how deep are ... (CNN)
Donald Trump has begun his second term as president by ramping up pressure on Panama – threatening to “take back” the Panama Canal and accusing the country ...
China slams US as Panama quits Belt and Road Initiative (Aljazeera.com)
Amid pressure from the US, Panama is first Latin American country to leave Beijing's global infrastructure club.
US, Japan condemn China's 'provocative activities' in South China ... (INQUIRER.net)
US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishibacondemned China for "provocative activities" in SCS.
Donald Trump and Japan PM project unity in countering China on ... (South China Morning Post)
US president hails potential sale of US$900 million worth of cutting-edge missiles to Tokyo as island nation jockeys with Beijing in region.
Japan, U.S. Leaders Warn China over Taiwan (Nippon.com)
Washington, Feb. 7 (Jiji Press)--Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba and U.S. President Donald Trump warned…
Xi calls for promoting full revitalization of Northeast China - Global ... (Global Times)
Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday urged Jilin Province to further implement the Communist Party of China Central Committee's strategic arrangements ...
China landslide: More than 30 missing in Sichuan with 'all out ... (BBC News)
Hundreds of emergency workers are searching for survivors, officials say, in Jinping village, Sichuan province.
China hunts for survivors following landslide in Sichuan province (Aljazeera.com)
The landslide hit Jinping village in the city of Yibin on Saturday at about 11:50am (03:50 GMT), state broadcaster CCTV reported. Authorities said dozens are ...
China lodges solemn representations to Panama over withdrawal ... (Chinadaily USA)
BEIJING - Assistant Foreign Minister Zhao Zhiyuan on Friday summoned Miguel Humberto Lecaro Barcenas, Panama's ambassador to China, to lodge solemn ...
Xi orders all-out rescue of people buried in SW China landslide ... (Global Times)
Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered all-out search and rescue efforts to minimize casualties after a landslide buried 10 houses and left over 30 people ...
Thirty people missing after landslide in China buries 10 houses (Sky News)
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China lashes out at US 'coercion' after Panama declines to renew ... (Asahi Shimbun)
BEIJING—China on Friday lashed out at what it called U.S. “coercion” after Panama declined to renew a key infrastructure agreement with Beijing following ...
More than 30 missing after landslide hits southwest China (CNA)
BEIJING: More than 30 people are missing after a landslide in China's southwestern Sichuan province on Saturday (Feb 8), state broadcaster CCTV reported.
Massive landslide in China, high-level rescue op for 30 missing (Hindustan Times)
State broadcaster CCTV reportedly said that two people were pulled out from under the rubble after the landslide in China. | World News.
US, Japan condemn China provocative activities in SCS (Philstar.com)
US President Donald Trump and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba have condemned China for “provocative activities” in the South China Sea, which Beijing ...
Full text: China-Thailand joint statement on advancing ... (Global Times)
2. During the visit, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra paid a courtesy call on H.E. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China. She also had a ...
China backs Thailand's crackdown on call centre gangs:PM (Nation Thailand)
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra revealed on Saturday (February 8) that Chinese President Xi Jinping praised Thailand's crackdown on call-centre gangs, ...
MOFA denounces Brunei's affirmation of 'one China' (台北時報)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) yesterday denounced a joint statement issued by China and Brunei that asserts Taiwan is a part of Chinese territory.
Taipei protests China-Brunei statement on Taiwan - Focus Taiwan (Focus Taiwan News Channel)
Taiwan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has denounced a joint statement issued by China and Brunei that asserts Taiwan as part of Chinese territory.
Landslide in southwest China prompts search for dozens; hundreds ... (CBS News)
Chinese rescuers searched for some 30 people after a landslide on Saturday in southwestern Sichuan province buried 10 houses and forced hundreds of ...
Thailand leader seeks more cooperation with China (Voice of America)
Thailand's prime minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, vowed to deepen cooperation with China to tackle the cyber scam centers that have troubled both countries ...
Rescuers search for 30 people missing after landslide in China (Voice of America)
Chinese rescuers searched for some 30 people after a landslide Saturday in southwestern Sichuan province buried 10 houses and forced hundreds of residents ...
China's CPI up 0.5% in January (China Daily)
China's Consumer Price Index, the main gauge of inflation, rose 0.5 percent year-on-year in January, data from the National Bureau of Statistics showed on ...
China landslide that buried dozens caused by prolonged rain: State ... (CNA)
Preliminary studies showed that Saturday's disaster had occurred due to "the influence of recent prolonged rainfall and geological factors", ...
President Xi orders 'all-out search' following China landslide; more ... (UPI.com)
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