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Trump privately praised Xi Jinping as "brilliant"

In a stunning revelation from newly released documents, Donald Trump privately praised Chinese President Xi Jinping as 'smart' and 'brilliant' while publicly criticising China. The Boston College archives reveal Trump's contradictory stance on US-China re

Labour aides held secret China meetings

Exclusive investigation reveals Labour leader Keir Starmer's inner circle, including former Blair chief of staff Jonathan Powell, engaged in undisclosed meetings with Chinese Communist Party representatives while shadow ministers faced exclusion from sens

Trump threatens 60% China tariffs in election pledge

Former President Donald Trump proposes sweeping 60% tariffs on Chinese imports, sparking concerns about renewed trade tensions and potential market volatility ahead of potential 2024 election return.

Trump Plans 60% China Tariffs If Re-elected

Former President Donald Trump announces dramatic new 60% tariffs on Chinese imports if re-elected, risking global trade disruption and higher consumer prices worldwide.

British teacher accused of spying in China

An English teacher and travel blogger's love affair with China has ended in dramatic fashion after being arrested on espionage charges, highlighting the perilous landscape for foreign content creators in the country.

Minister's China comments spark government crisis

Policing Minister Chris Philp faces backlash after controversial remarks about China during BBC interview, creating diplomatic tensions and exposing government divisions ahead of UK elections.

Starmer faces security questions over Chinese spy trial collapse

Sir Keir Starmer confronts mounting security concerns as revelations emerge about his national security advisor's involvement in meetings where officials were cautioned against labelling China an 'enemy', following the collapsed trial of alleged Chinese s

Starmer faces China mega-embassy dilemma in London

Keir Starmer's government faces a complex diplomatic standoff as China pushes forward with plans for Europe's largest embassy complex in London, testing Britain's foreign policy balancing act between security concerns and international relations.

China replaces senior diplomat amid detention reports

In a surprising diplomatic move, China has replaced senior diplomat Liu Jianchao following reports of his detention, raising questions about Beijing's foreign policy direction and internal power dynamics.

Trump's Return Would Forge Powerful US-UK Alliance: Expert

Leading foreign policy expert Dr Nile Gardiner predicts a second Trump presidency would unleash a powerful Anglo-American partnership, prioritising national sovereignty and a tough stance on adversaries like China and Russia.

Prabowo Vows Friendship with China, Signals Policy Shift

In a landmark visit to Beijing, Indonesian Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto signals a potential strategic shift, vowing to uphold a 'non-aligned' foreign policy and prioritise China ties, a move that could reshape regional power dynamics.

Legal Threat to Lammy Over Gaza Arms Policy

Foreign Secretary David Lammy is under intense scrutiny as a new legal opinion suggests he could be held personally liable for his policy on Gaza, testing the boundaries of ministerial responsibility.

Rubio and Grenell in Explosive GOP Power Struggle

A bitter feud between Senator Marco Rubio and former Acting DNI Ric Grenell has erupted, exposing a deep rift within the Republican Party over foreign policy and the future direction of the GOP.

UK Aid Cuts Fuel Deadly Malaria Surge in Africa

A damning report reveals how UK government aid cuts have dismantled a flagship anti-malaria programme, leading to a devastating rise in deaths across Africa and threatening a global health crisis.

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