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Hungarian Foreign Minister Solidifies Warm China Ties in Beijing Trip

Hungarian Foreign Minister Solidifies Warm China Ties in Beijing Trip

The Lede: Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó discussed bilateral cooperation, investment, and negotiations for peace in Ukraine during a visit to Beijing. What We Know: * Szijjártó spoke to his counterpart, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang to reinforce each side’s support for working toward a ceasefire in Ukraine and the

Germany Approves Controversial Sale of Hamburg Port Terminal Shares to China's COSCO

Germany Approves Controversial Sale of Hamburg Port Terminal Shares to China's COSCO

The Lede: Germany has approved a controversial deal to allow China Ocean Shipping Company (COSCO) to acquire shares in the Hamburg port What We Know: * The administration of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz announced that Berlin will finalize a deal that will allow the Chinese state-owned shipping company COSCO to buy

Chinese Foreign Minister Meets with Officials in Germany, France, Norway on Europe Tour

Chinese Foreign Minister Meets with Officials in Germany, France, Norway on Europe Tour

The Lede: The Chinese Foreign Minister has completed his visit to Europe where he promoted bilateral ties and faced criticism. What We Know: * Between May 8 and 12, Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang visited the capitals of Germany, France, and Norway for his first solo trip to Europe since taking

U.S. Discusses Middle East to India Rail and Port Network Project to Thwart China's Influence

U.S. Discusses Middle East to India Rail and Port Network Project to Thwart China's Influence

The Lede: The U.S., Saudi Arabia, India, and the United Arab Emirates have discussed a transport infrastructure project amid China’s growing influence in the region. What We Know: * U.S. national security advisor Jake Sullivan met with his Indian and Emirati counterparts Ajit Doval and Sheikh Tahnoon bin

Canada and China Expel Diplomats in Mutual Retaliation

Canada and China Expel Diplomats in Mutual Retaliation

The Lede: China and Canada have each expelled a diplomat amid deteriorating relations and growing concerns in Canada over Chinese influence What We Know: * China expelled Canadian diplomat Jennifer Lynn Lalonde, a consul of the Consulate General of Canada in Shanghai, the day after Canada announced the expulsion of Toronto-based

Foxconn Founder Seeks to 'Preserve Peace' with China in Taiwan Presidential Bid

Foxconn Founder Seeks to 'Preserve Peace' with China in Taiwan Presidential Bid

The Lede: Terry Gou, the billionaire founder of Foxconn said that he would aim for peace between the island and Mainland China if elected president of Taiwan. What We Know: * Seeking the leadership nomination of the Chinese Nationalist Party, or Kuomintang (KMT), Gou held his first rally in the opposition

EU Proposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies Aiding Russian Military

EU Proposes Sanctions on Chinese Companies Aiding Russian Military

The Lede: The European Union will consider imposing sanctions on Chinese companies accused of helping the Russian military in its invasion of Ukraine What We Know: * EU ambassadors will begin initial discussions on a package of sanctions proposed by the European Commission. EU sanctions require unanimity among all member states.