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Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met in Beijing for bilateral talks after attending a WWII anniversary parade. Kim reaffirmed North Korea’s support for Russia, calling it a “fraternal duty,” amid ongoing military cooperation
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China held a historic military parade in Beijing, unveiling advanced weapons like hypersonic missiles and electronic warfare systems. Marking WWII's 80th anniversary, President Xi emphasized peace and modernization, with global leaders attending amid rising geopolitical tensions and military posturing
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Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin as an “old friend” in Beijing amid strengthened ties and shared opposition to U.S. influence. Their talks follow a regional summit and precede China’s military parade marking WWII’s end
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North Korean leader Kim Jong-un will make his multilateral diplomatic debut by attending a military parade in Beijing with Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. The visit underscores Pyongyang’s alignment with Moscow and Beijing while signaling cautious positioning vis-à-vis the US and South Korea.
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Beijing and Guangdong face severe flooding as heavy rains continue. Beijing issued a red alert for rainstorms, with over 200 mm expected in some areas. Guangdong also saw road collapses and evacuations. Authorities have raised emergency response levels across regions
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The collaboration positions both countries to better compete against China’s growing dominance in quantum technology
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India started strong at the Para Powerlifting World Cup in Beijing, securing four medals on the opening day through standout performances by Gulfam Ahmed, Ramubhai Bambhava, and veteran Joby Mathew
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China had the single largest share of debt to Pakistan with 22 per cent share (about USD 28.786bn), followed by the World Bank's 18 per cent share (USD 23.55bn) and the Asian Development Bank's 15 per cent share (USD 19.63bn)
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Chinese disease control experts urge public on multiple occasions how to take science-based protective steps
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Quake also rattles Nepal and damaged buildings; several places in Bihar too jolted, but there was no loss of life nor any damage to property
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The sinking of China's first Zhou-class submarine represents a setback for Beijing as it continues to build out the world's largest navy
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ICBM carried dummy warhead, and fell into designated area of the sea, says defence ministry
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Top admiral's remarks come amid spike in hostilities between Beijing and Manila in disputed waters
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Chinese policymakers repeatedly warned that the government needs to step up disaster preparations as severe weather becomes more common
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Leaders call on Beijing, a permanent member of the UNSC with a particular responsibility to uphold the purposes and principles of the UN Charter
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China has threatened to hunt down and execute 'hardcore' Taiwan independence supporters following the election of Lai Ching-te as President
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Beijing could enforce full or partial quarantine of Taiwan, potentially cutting off access to its ports and essential supplies, such as energy, for the island's 23 million people
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Estimated direct economic loss is $502 mn in Jiaoling county, while in Meixian district, loss is $146 million
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According to officials, at least 378 houses collapsed, and 880 hectares of crops damaged, amounting to losses of $57.2 million
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Muizzu’s return to power could solidify his pro-China stance and raises concerns about the future of Maldives-India relations