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China has, for the first time, acknowledged providing on-site technical support to Pakistan during last year’s four-day conflict with India. An engineer from Aviation Industry Corporation of China described assisting operations involving J-10CE fighter jets under extreme conditions

India is gaining from the China+1 shift but structural bottlenecks, weak supply chain, and policy gaps still hold it back

India’s new envoy Vikram Doraiswami arrived in Shanghai to assume his role as ambassador to China, amid efforts to normalise ties following the Ladakh standoff and revive bilateral engagement across sectors

China has reportedly blocked Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing national security concerns. The move reflects tighter regulatory scrutiny over technology transfers and is expected to increase caution in global cross-border tech investments.

India’s women’s team put up a spirited fight but lost 0-5 to defending champions China in the Thomas and Uber Cup 2026. PV Sindhu and others showed promise, but China dominated the Group A clash in Denmark.

China will send two giant pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, to Zoo Atlanta under a 10-year conservation deal. The move strengthens US–China “panda diplomacy” amid strained ties and upcoming high-level political engagement

Xi Jinping called for keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for global shipping, stressing it as an international waterway amid Iran–US tensions, energy concerns, and rising regional conflict affecting trade and navigation security

China has strongly criticised the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a "dangerous and irresponsible move" that threatens regional stability. Beijing denied allegations of aiding Iran militarily and warned of countermeasures if Washington raises tariffs.

The UN Security Council failed to pass a resolution aimed at safeguarding navigation through the Strait of Hormuz after Russia and China vetoed the proposal. Bahrain, backed by Gulf allies, had introduced a toned-down draft calling for defensive coordination, but Pakistan and Colombia abstained.

For China’s leadership, the law on ethnic unity marks the culmination of policies aimed at shaping a Han-centric national identity under the Communist Party

India has sharply increased Russian oil imports after the US allowed higher purchases, prompting several tankers originally bound for China to divert to Indian ports. Analysts say rising demand from multiple buyers could push global oil prices higher.

Taiwan detected 26 Chinese military aircraft and seven naval ships near the island after a recent dip in such activity. Analysts link the surge to military training, US–China diplomacy, and ongoing tensions, while Taiwan maintains its defensive posture

China’s HQ-9B air defence system is facing global criticism after reported failures in Pakistan, Venezuela and Iran. A report said the missiles and JY-27A radars failed to detect or stop attacks in real combat, raising doubts about Chinese military technology

The Chinese EV maker stated that its 'flash charging' system can power the battery from 10% to 70% in just five minutes, and reach 97% in approximately nine minutes under normal conditions

China restricted exports to 40 Japanese companies, citing Japan’s “remilitarisation” after PM Sanae Takaichi hinted at intervention over Taiwan. Measures include dual-use export bans and watchlists, prompting strong protests from Tokyo amid rising Sino-Japanese tensions

Resilient semiconductor networks are essential in a world increasingly shaped by supply chain weaponisation

Pakistan launched its second indigenous Earth Observation Satellite, EO-2, from China’s Yangjiang Seashore Launch Centre. Developed by SUPARCO, the satellite will improve earth observation, high-resolution imaging, disaster management, and strategic planning, expanding Pakistan’s satellite fleet for enhanced coverage and precision.

China reacted to Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s landslide midterm victory, citing structural and ideological trends. Beijing emphasized adherence to bilateral agreements, criticized Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks, and highlighted ongoing diplomatic tensions, including travel advisories and trade restrictions on Japanese goods.

The India-US trade deal is expected to help stabilise the rupee, narrow the current account deficit and boost foreign direct investment, according to a report. Improved market access and tariff certainty could support exports, manufacturing investment and medium-term economic growth

China has criticised the Grammy Award given to the Dalai Lama, warning against its use for what it calls anti-China activities. The Tibetan spiritual leader won the award for a spoken-word album and responded by emphasising peace, compassion and shared human responsibility.