China Eyes Domestic Demand Surge for 2026 Growth
A Beijing official says expanding domestic demand is the top priority for mainland Chinas 2026 economic policy, focusing on boosting consumption and investment.
Trump Orders Total Blockade on Venezuelan Oil Tankers
US President Trump orders total blockade of sanctioned Venezuelan oil tankers, sparking outrage in Caracas and prompting airlines to avoid its airspace.
Trump Orders Total Blockade of Sanctioned Venezuelan Oil Tankers
President Trump on Dec 16, 2025 ordered a total blockade of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, a week after a US seizure.
U.S.–Venezuela Tensions Heat Up as Trump Hints at Land Strikes
Tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela surge as the U.S. Navy sinks suspected drug boats and Trump signals possible land strikes, marking a new phase in the anti-narcotics push.
White House Sees Optimism Despite 100K Federal Job Losses
Despite strong private hiring in November, over 100,000 federal jobs were cut, prompting a mix of optimism and caution from the White House.
China’s Green Tech Sparks Global Energy Shift
China’s renewable innovations are powering projects like Mexico City’s massive urban solar array, showcasing both the promise and hurdles of a global clean energy transition.
US Tanker Seizure in Venezuela Sparks Intervention Fears
The Trump administration’s recent tanker seizure in Venezuela has reignited fears of US interventions in Latin America, recalling over a century of historical involvement.
Western Washington Floods: Brief Relief, Danger Lingers
Western Washington floodwaters are receding, but the U.S. National Weather Service warns fresh rain could swell rivers again. Cleanup is underway and flood watches remain.
Peru’s Chancay Port Turns One as Top Agro-Export Hub to China
Peru’s China-built Chancay port marks its first anniversary this December, solidifying its role as the country’s top hub for agricultural exports to China.
Colombia’s Electric Bus Revolution: Driving Green Transit Forward
Colombia’s electric bus revolution is cutting carbon emissions and building a local green tech industry through China-led tech transfer.