Politics

Recently, tensions between China and its neighboring countries, especially the Philippines, have been escalating. Last month, the Philippines and China had multiple maritime conflicts in the South China Sea, including the use of water cannons and heated exchanges. The focal point of these disputes is the Second Thomas Shoal, where Filipino troops are stationed on
In a recent address to U.S. lawmakers, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida emphasized the importance of the United States continuing to play a leading role in the world. He highlighted the threats to democracy and the economic order that are currently facing the international community. Kishida stressed that the world is at a pivotal moment
The U.S. Deputy Secretary of State, Kurt Campbell, has recently mentioned that the United States is contemplating relaxing the travel advisories against its citizens visiting China. This move comes amidst concerns that the existing warnings may have impeded the cultural and academic exchanges between Americans and Chinese individuals. Campbell highlighted that the communication channels between
Senator Bob Menendez recently raised concerns about the exploitation of the litigation finance industry by foreign actors during a Senate Banking Committee hearing. Specifically, he highlighted the issue of Russian billionaires with ties to President Vladimir Putin funding bankruptcy lawsuits in New York, despite being sanctioned after the invasion of Ukraine. Menendez’s questioning of Deputy
During her official meetings in China, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen emphasized the importance of pursuing market-oriented reforms and addressing overcapacity concerns. Yellen’s visit to Guangzhou and Beijing highlighted the need for a healthy economic relationship that benefits both American and Chinese economies. The issue of China’s industrial overcapacity, which can have global spillover effects,