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‘Buying Rafale joins the EU’s circle of friends. China offers arms without strings but also without political protection,’ read a post on Weibo.
A Chinese commentator noted that the J-20’s recent public appearance marked the maturation of the People’s Liberation Army Air Force’s stealth...
Japan sent a lower-level delegate to the NATO summit. Chinese analysts frame it as a broader strategic awakening: a resistance to Cold War-style blocs...
The escalating Middle East conflict opens a new front for China-Russia cooperation, and an opportunity for Beijing to assert its narrative of...
Chinese commentaries highlight the launch of the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway and a $1 billion mining deal between China and Kazakhstan, as...
Beijing is content to avoid resolution, distract with historical revisionism, and provoke through offensive rhetoric. This is hardly the posture of a...
An article on Baidu described Spider’s Web as a “choreographed NATO production” designed to probe Russia’s red lines. Zelenskyy is seen as...
The conversation has shifted beyond India’s manufacturing capacity to the strategic risks of decoupling from China: Can ‘Made in India’ truly...
Chinese commentary repeatedly casts India as a hegemonic upstream actor leveraging its geographic position, while China is painted as a stabilising...
The Chinese narrative frames the India-Pakistan conflict as a clash of defence ecosystems—Pakistan the vehicle, India the proving ground, and the...
In the days following the Pahalgam attack and after Operation Sindoor, the message in China is consistent: with Beijing’s support, Pakistan can not...
Chinese analysis presents India’s retaliation as measured, favouring diplomatic and economic tools over military escalation. Some see it as a sign...
A researcher at the Shanghai Institute of International Studies argues that India has aligned itself with the US since the trade war began, seeking...
A closer reading of Chinese discourse reveals a sanitised narrative. While the economic and diplomatic themes are amplified, contentious issues—like...
A Baidu commentary suggested that JD Vance’s remark laid bare the systemic arrogance of the American political elite, revealing how developing...
The digital space is now a minefield of mockery, with Chinese social media users treating the trade dispute as both absurd theatre and comic relief.
The key question is no longer whether China will increase its influence in Bangladesh, but how quickly and to what extent.
The EV industry serves as a key lever in China’s ambition to dominate not just the technological sphere, but also the geopolitical landscape.
Chinese discourse framed the recent meeting between Iran, China and Russia as a necessary first step for resolving Iran’s nuclear issue.
Beijing is already stepping in following the suspension of USAID in various regions—a sign of China’s strategic intent.
On Weibo, debates over Taiwan were prominent, with many questioning whether it could be the next to face abandonment if Trump withdraws support from...
Chinese discourse recognises that India’s political parties have varying approaches to China, with the Congress seen as more favourable toward...
At the Munich Security Conference, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi called Ukraine a 'friend'. This carries considerable weight in China’s...
An article in the People’s Daily argues that foreign capital is not vanishing but shifting—moving away from traditional sectors toward high-tech...
A spate of terrorist attacks targeting Chinese nationals in Pakistan has only deepened China’s scepticism regarding Pakistan’s reliability as a...
In Chinese discourse, DeepSeek’s emergence is seen as proof of China’s formidable AI strength—especially after the US tech export restrictions,...
European leaders, including EU President Ursula von der Leyen, have adopted less critical rhetoric toward China. This signals EU’s recognition of...
Quad foreign ministers, invited to Trump’s inauguration on 20 January, may convene the following day. In China, discussions swirl around what Trump...
The so-called ‘showdown of the century’ between the two nations’ semiconductor industries has driven China’s innovation, fuelled by market...
China’s investment in sixth-generation aircraft not only modernises its military but also bolsters its technological edge, strategic depth, and...
China’s most critical international relationship remains with the US. With Donald Trump returning to the presidency, China-US relations are...
China’s prioritisation of domestic consumption marks a departure from its earlier emphasis on science-driven innovation and initiatives.
The West wrongly thinks that China’s influence in the Middle East is limited, as seen in the ousting of Assad and China’s inability to resolve the...
China has initiated a 'zero tolerance' crackdown on corruption since 2012. To date, 14 generals, 22 lieutenant generals, and 85 major generals have...
While Vladimir Putin has actively bolstered ties with Pyongyang, Beijing—traditionally North Korea’s primary ally—is increasingly concerned about...
The PLA Air Force unveiled the J-35A at Zhuhai Airshow. Designed for medium-range operations, the stealth aircraft complements the J-20, already...
For China, it's not just about simply addressing the climate crisis—Trump presidency brings a strategic opportunity to surpass the US as the...
In Chinese discourse, neither Trump nor Harris' victory is viewed as beneficial to China, given the bipartisan alignment on a hardline stance.
The latest developments are portrayed as a win for Beijing, with some Chinese voices suggesting that India has finally ‘woken up’ to reality.
As BRICS transitions into BRICS 10, China leverages this expansion to promote its vision of a multipolar world, while India’s cautious stance...
Some Chinese commentators suggest that India is uncomfortable with China’s dominant role in the SCO and has subtly scaled back its participation as...
From China’s perspective, this visit is less a diplomatic pivot and more an economic imperative.
A review of Chinese media and social platforms reveals a widespread perception that India has adopted a more conciliatory approach towards China.
Many Chinese commentators predict that following the November US elections, the Quad may lose relevance and progress could stagnate, as it has yet...
S Jaishankar is often depicted in Mandarin-language media and social media platforms as an anti-China elite and a key architect of India’s...
A China-born US citizen’s arrest for espionage highlights the far-reaching and sophisticated operations of Beijing’s United Front Work Department.
For the US and Japan, the Pacific Islands are a crucial component of the broader Indo-Pacific framework. Consequently, these countries have become...
Many on Weibo are speculating that Sullivan’s trip may be more about pursuing US interests than improving US-China relations.
One Chinese commentator suggested Modi’s visit coincides with a period of Ukrainian passivity, potentially allowing India to make the most of the...
Walz’s background as a former teacher in China has sparked speculation about the potential direction of China policy under a Harris-Walz...