Xi & Putin Ring in 2026 with Warm New Year Greetings 🎉
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin exchanged warm New Year greetings on December 31, 2025, underscoring their strong ties as the world welcomes 2026.
China Launches Dual Shijian-29 Satellites for Space Tech Trials
Earlier today, China launched two Shijian-29 satellites aboard a Long March-7 rocket from Hainan, marking its 623rd Long March mission and a record 73 launches this year.
U.S. OKs Samsung & SK Hynix Chip Tools for China in 2026
U.S. approves Samsung and SK Hynix to import chip-making equipment into China for 2026 under a new annual license system, securing production amid a global chip crunch.
PLA’s ‘Justice Mission 2025’: Taiwan Leader Slammed for Provocations
PLA launches ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around the Taiwan region on Dec 29, 2025, as critics denounce Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te’s provocations for edging the island toward conflict.
Russia to Invest $1.53B in 2026 for First High-Speed Rail
Russia will invest $1.53B in 2026 to build its first high-speed rail between Moscow and St. Petersburg, cutting travel to just 2h15.
Live Imaging Unveils Embryonic Mouse Brain Development
Tsinghua researchers developed a two-photon in vivo imaging method to track embryonic mouse brain growth, offering new insights into neuron migration and developmental disorders.
Iran’s President Vows ‘Harsh’ Response to Trump’s Military Threats
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warns of a harsh, regret-inducing response to US threats as tensions spike after June strikes.
UN Launches $1.71B Humanitarian Appeal for Afghanistan 2026
UN OCHA launched a $1.71B plan to assist 17.5M Afghans in 2026, focusing on food, shelter, healthcare, and cash support amid climate shocks and mass returns.
China’s Manufacturing Power Rises to Germany & Japan Level
China’s manufacturing power index now matches Germany and Japan, ranking it in the second global tier with a focus on innovation, quality, and sustainability.
Ukraine Eyes US Troop Deployment in Talks with President Trump
Ukraine is in talks with U.S. President Trump over possible U.S. troop deployment for security guarantees, with key meetings set for early January 2026.