POLITICS
Chinese Minister of State Security Chen Yixin was notably absent from a high-profile State Council study session on June 15, prompting discussion among China observers and analysts about the significance of his unexplained absence. According to Chinese state media, Premier Li Qiang presided over the State Council's 20th collective study
Feds Green Light Revamped Congestion Pricing Scheme for New York City
On Nov. 21, the Federal Highway Administration approved the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s plan...
Cold-War Era Chinese Bomber Revamped to Combat US Bases
In recent war games launched around Taiwan, China showcased one of its newest weapons in its arsenal;...
China Opens Controversial Deep-water Megaport in Chancay, Peru
A newly built, Chinese-owned 15-berth megaport in Peru was opened on Nov. 14. Chinese and Peruvian authorities...
Trump Appoints Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy to Head ‘Department of Government Efficiency’
On Nov. 12, President-elect, Donald Trump, announced that he has appointed tech mogul Elon Musk and former...
Who Will Serve in the Second Trump Administration?
Fresh off his historic presidential win, U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has wasted no time selecting...
Taiwan Considering $15 Billion Purchase of US Weapons From 2nd Trump Administration: Sources
According to "people familiar with the situation" who spoke with the UK's Financial Times, the Taiwan...
Trump’s 2024 Victory Declaration Tops Chinese Social Media Queries
On Nov. 5, former U.S. President and Republican nominee Donald J. Trump declared victory in the 2024...
Riding the Election With Grace: 5 Ways to Keep Your Cool, Even if Your Candidate Doesn’t Win
Facing a constant barrage of political messages can put our emotions to the test. The stakes are high...
Japan in Uncharted Political Waters After Ruling Party Suffers Rare Loss
The Japanese Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which has dominated governance of the country since 1955...