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Sudan says China has waived $50m loan: What’s in it for Khartoum, Beijing?
China and Sudan signed off on a waiver of $50m as Sudan’s military-led government seeks support amid Western sanctions.
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Huawei CFO’s admissions can be used at criminal trial, US judge rules
CFO Meng Wanzhou said in 2021 that Huawei illegally conducted business in Iran.
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China pledges new humanitarian aid packages for Lebanon and Iran
China pledges new humanitarian aid packages for Lebanon and Iran.
Published On 17 Jun 2026
China offers staunch support to Myanmar president during his state visit
The two countries sign 18 cooperation deals, including on free trade and assistance in the event of natural disasters.
From: Counting the Cost
Does the G7 still shape the global economy?
Trade tensions, wars and Asia’s rise are testing the influence and unity of the Group of Seven (G7).
Published On 15 Jun 2026
China arrests US researcher it says is suspected of ‘spying’
Beijing’s Foreign Ministry confirms US reports about detention of scholar focusing on politics of neighbouring Myanmar.
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Two sentenced to death in Bangkok bombing
Two men were sentenced to death in the 2015 Thai Erawan shrine bombing that killed 20 people and wounded more than 100.
Published On 11 Jun 2026
China bars Philippines defence chief as South China Sea spat sails onwards
Manila says Beijing’s ‘unfriendly act’ against Gilberto Teodoro and his family further complicates bilateral relations.
US-Iran war to pull global economy to post-COVID low: World Bank
Global growth forecast cut to 2.5 percent due to surging energy prices, inflation and borrowing costs.
OpenAI says China-based actors stoking opposition to AI data centres
AI company says ChatGPT accounts sought to ‘exploit and amplify existing public concerns’ about energy prices.
From: Counting the Cost
Gold is now the top reserve asset. Is dollar dominance at risk?
Gold now accounts for 27% of global reserve holdings, overtaking US Treasuries as the world’s largest reserve asset.
Published On 11 Jun 2026
