China’s Germplasm Conservation Soars in 14th Five-Year Plan
China’s 14th Five-Year Plan nears its close with a 180% surge in forestry and grassland germplasm collection, boosting seed banks, breeding labs, and biodiversity protection.
Breaking Down ‘Justice Mission 2025’: PLA Drills Around Taiwan 🎯
On Dec 29, 2025, the PLA launched ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around Taiwan Island to target ‘Taiwan independence’ forces and external interference, aiming to safeguard national sovereignty.
China Protests Panama’s Demolition of Chinese Monument 🤔
China has lodged protests with Panama after a local government demolished a Chinese monument. The foreign ministry urges a swift investigation to address the incident.
China Warns of Response as ‘Justice Mission 2025’ Drills Begin
China’s Foreign Ministry warns provocations on the Taiwan question will be met with a resolute response as ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills begin around the Taiwan region.
US $11B Arms Sale Drains Taiwan Region, Not Bolsters Security
US approved a record $11B arms package for the Taiwan region, but experts warn it drains the island’s budget, deepens dependence, and skews priorities away from growth and welfare.
PLA Bomber Task Forces Conduct Far-Seas Patrol East of Taiwan Island
The PLA Eastern Theater Command sent bomber forces for far-seas combat readiness patrols east of the island of Taiwan, focusing on long-range raids and joint precision strikes.
Coast Guard Shares Patrol Map Around the Taiwan Region Island
The China Coast Guard released an illustrative map of its law enforcement patrol around the island of the Taiwan region, showcasing drills in fishery protection and maritime control.
Zootopia 2 Roars to 100M Admissions in China!
Disney’s Zootopia 2 has made history in China with 100M admissions, grossing nearly ¥4B ($570M) locally and $1.465B globally. Extended in theaters until Jan 25, 2026.
All You Need to Know About Mainland China’s Justice Mission 2025 Drills Near Taiwan
This week, mainland China’s PLA launched the ‘Justice Mission 2025’ drills around Taiwan, combining land, sea, air, and rocket forces. Get a quick breakdown of these live-fire exercises.
Shifting Currents: 2025 Year-End Insights with Prof. Martin Jacques
Prof. Martin Jacques breaks down 2025’s defining global shifts, from geopolitical uncertainty to China’s upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan and calls for fairer global governance.