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Russian President Putin gets red carpet welcome in Beijing; holds talks with China's Xi Jinping
World | May 20, 2026, 10:23 AM ISTRussian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on Tuesday night on a two-day state visit for talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, days after US leader Donald Trump travelled to China.
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Trump's advisers fear China could 'invade Taiwan in next five years': Report
World | May 17, 2026, 11:56 PM ISTAccording to a report by an American media outlet, US President Donald Trump's advisers fear that China could invade Taiwan within five years. The report stated the invasion could choke the AI power of American companies.
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After Trump, Putin to meet Xi Jinping during China visit on May 19-20
World | May 16, 2026, 03:36 PM ISTDuring the two-day trip, Putin and Xi are likely to hold detailed discussions on bilateral relations, regional security and international developments. The Russian President is also scheduled to meet Chinese Premier Li Qiang.
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Trump holds bilateral meeting with Jinping, says US-China going to have 'fantastic future' together
World | May 14, 2026, 08:48 AM ISTTrump's visit comes amid growing economic and geopolitical uncertainties arising from conflicts in West Asia and the subsequent global energy shock that has taken a toll, particularly in Asia.
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Trump arrives in China for high-stakes summit with Xi Jinping amid rising Iran tensions
World | May 13, 2026, 06:26 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump arrived in China on Wednesday for the high-stakes summit with President Xi Jinping. The main focus will remain on high-level talks between the world’s two biggest economies.
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California Mayor Eileen Wang charged with acting as illegal agent of China, quits post
World | May 12, 2026, 08:17 AM ISTEileen Wang has resigned as Arcadia mayor and is expected to plead guilty in the federal court in Los Angeles in the coming weeks.
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Donald Trump to visit China from May 13 to 15 at Xi Jinping's invitation: What's on agenda?
World | May 11, 2026, 08:40 AM ISTUS President Donald Trump is set to visit China on Wednesday for a three-day visit that is expected to focus on Iran, trade disputes and a range of strategic issues. The trip was postponed earlier due to unrest in the Middle East.
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China asks Iran to reopen Strait of Hormuz 'as soon as possible' as Beijing faces energy strain
World | May 06, 2026, 04:54 PM ISTChina has called on Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz while appreciating Tehran's pledge not to pursue nuclear weapons. During talks in Beijing, both sides discussed the ongoing US-Iran war, the need for a ceasefire and restoring maritime traffic.
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US sanctions Chinese refinery, 40 other shippers for transporting Iranian oil
World | Apr 25, 2026, 08:14 AM ISTThe US move to impose sanctions on a Chinese refinery comes just weeks before President Donald Trump heads to Beijing where he will meet his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, as the two nations look to reduce the trade tensions between them.
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Trump calls 'India a great country' after controversial social media repost; MEA responds
World | Apr 23, 2026, 11:42 PM ISTUS President Donald Trump's clarification came after he reposted social media comments by radio show host Michael Savage that referred to India, China, and some other countries as "hellholes".
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China's Xi presents four-point proposal to resolve US-Iran war: 'Sovereignty must be respected'
World | Apr 14, 2026, 11:40 PM ISTChinese President Xi Jinping called for respect for sovereignty, security and territorial integrity of countries in West Asia and the Gulf during a meeting with UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
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Trump warns China with 50% tariff threat if it sends arms to Iran
World | Apr 12, 2026, 11:52 PM ISTThis comes amid concerns that Beijing may be facilitating the transfer of weapons to Tehran, specifically shoulder-fired anti-aircraft missile systems (MANPADs), which have been used to target US military aircraft.
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'Cannot alter undeniable reality': MEA on China giving 'fictitious' names to places in Arunachal
India | Apr 12, 2026, 11:51 PM ISTThe MEA said that China should refrain from actions that inject negativity into relations and undermine efforts to create a better understanding.
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China preparing to supply air defence systems to Iran? US intelligence flags concerns
World | Apr 11, 2026, 11:41 PM ISTReports indicate that the systems under consideration are shoulder-fired anti-air missiles, commonly known as MANPADs. These portable weapons are specifically designed to target low-flying aircraft.
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How China played a key behind-the-scenes role in the US-Iran ceasefire
World | Apr 08, 2026, 02:51 PM ISTChina's role in the US-Iran ceasefire has been important but not publicly discussed. Even, Trump has admitted that Beijing was involved in bringing Iran to the negotiating table to pause the conflict in West Asia.
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'Military means cannot resolve any issue': China's retort to Trump on 'blasting Iran' remark
World | Apr 02, 2026, 08:11 PM ISTMilitary means cannot fundamentally solve any issue, and escalation of the conflict does not serve any party's interest, China's Foreign Ministry said in response to latest threats to Iran.
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China resumes Beijing-Pyongyang flights after six years as North Korea finally eases border controls
World | Mar 30, 2026, 12:19 PM ISTNorth Korea has banned all foreign tourists during the pandemic but has started easing the restrictions, with a Russian tour group entering the country in 2024. Chinese tour groups had made up 90 per cent of all visitors to North Korea prior to the ban.
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Speed News: PM Modi becomes India's longest-serving head of government
Originals | Mar 22, 2026, 06:10 PM ISTPM Modi becomes India's longest-serving head of government. Russian oil tanker Aqua Titan diverts to India en route to China. KC Tyagi Joins RLD with Jayant Choudhary, Days After Leaving JDU. Get all the latest updates of the day in today's Speed News.
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Vikram Doraiswami appointed India's next Ambassador to China | All you need to know about him
India | Mar 19, 2026, 04:01 PM ISTVikram K Doraiswami is India's next Ambassador to China, the MEA said on Thursday. Doraiswami is a 1992 IFS officer, who had previously worked as a journalist. His first assignment was in May 1994 when he was posted as a Third Secretary to Hong Kong.
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Russian oil tankers bound for China divert to India amid West Asia war turmoil, claims report
World | Mar 18, 2026, 03:07 PM ISTRussia's crude shipments are increasingly diverting towards India as refiners here outbid Chinese buyers for discounted Urals oil. Tanker-tracking data shows several vessels, including Aqua Titan, reversing course mid-voyage after India received temporary US approval to ramp up Russian imports.