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Biden equates China’s Xi with ‘dictators’ at donor reception
US President Joe Biden angered Chinese President Xi Jinping by recounting a February incident where a Chinese spying balloon was shot down by the US, leading to a diplomatic crisis. Biden emphasized China’s economic difficulties but highlighted the need for a relationship. He also mentioned the Quad group’s efforts in the Indo-Pacific region, which upset Xi.
Blinken may meet Xi during final day of talks in Beijing
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to meet China’s top envoy and possibly President Xi Jinping on the final day of his visit to Beijing, aiming to improve strained relations. The talks seek to prevent conflict and reopen communication channels between the two largest economies.
Bill Gates to meet Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, where he will announce a US$50 million donation to support Chinese efforts against malaria and tuberculosis.
Gates is among several Western business leaders visiting China since its Covid controls were relaxed.
The key issues straining China-Canada relations
Canada has expelled a Chinese diplomat accused of intimidating a lawmaker, triggering a tit-for-tat response from Beijing as it orders Canada’s consul in Shanghai to leave.
This latest episode marks the continuation of souring relations between the two countries, which began with the arrest of Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou in 2018, followed by the detention of two Canadians and escalating tensions over human rights, tech battles, and alleged interference in Canadian affairs.
The expulsion of diplomats further heightens the strained relationship between Canada and China.
Xi to host first China-Central Asia summit this month
President Xi Jinping will host a summit with Central Asian leaders, aiming to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties.
China’s investments in the region’s natural gas reserves and rail links are crucial for its Belt and Road Initiative. Beijing’s growing influence in Central Asia is challenging Russia’s dominance.
Investment from China a boon for Anwar’s administration, but Malaysia must be cautious
Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has secured a record investment commitment of RM170 billion from China, which is expected to bolster his administration’s support and create a favorable atmosphere.
Anwar’s focus on the economy and his efforts to win foreign investment and create job opportunities are earning him many brownie points, according to Dr Ngeow Chow Bing, the director of the Institute of China Studies at the University of Malaya.
However, some experts warn that Malaysia needs to be cautious not to be bullied by China, given its significant economic relationship with the country.
China diplomatic offensive lays down new challenge for US
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s diplomatic efforts in Ukraine are not expected to result in breakthroughs, but fears are growing in Washington that China’s actions may increase its credibility on the world stage.
Experts believe that Xi is more interested in being seen as a peacemaker and changing the narrative, rather than actually attaining peace in Ukraine.
However, China’s diplomatic efforts could still have a marginal impact, especially in developing nations where there is less enthusiasm for preserving an “international rules-based order.”
China’s Xi plays peacemaker on Russia visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting Russia, with hopes of resolving the conflict in Ukraine as part of a broader push to establish China as a peacemaker.
Xi has been instrumental in mediating the surprise rapprochement between Iran and Saudi Arabia this month.
Reports suggest that Xi may use his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to lean on him to stop the bloody invasion in Ukraine, which has raised hopes in Western capitals.
China, a major Russian ally, has long sought to position itself as a neutral party to the conflict.
A look at China’s new structural reforms
Chinese lawmakers unveiled sweeping structural reforms to top regulatory bodies, including a reshuffle of the Ministry of Science and Technology, the establishment of a new National Data Bureau, the creation of a centralised regulatory body for finance, and the acceleration of the legislative process. T
The changes aim to boost self-reliance in high-tech sectors and digital competitiveness, streamline financial oversight, and enhance authorities’ control over legislation.
