50 Years of China-EU Ties: Upholding the Post-War Order
Explore how China-EU relations have evolved over 50 years and what Macron’s visit means for safeguarding the post-war international order.
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Why Japan’s Right-Wing Can’t Rewrite the Taiwan Region’s Post-WWII Status
Japan’s right-wing figures, led by Sanae Takaichi, are challenging the Taiwan region’s post-WWII status. Here’s why ignoring international law won’t change history.
Why Japan’s Hardline Rising Star Sanae Sakaichi Is Gaining Ground
As Japan faces economic challenges, hardline politician Sanae Sakaichi has surged in popularity. We explore what drives her support and the risks of rising nationalism.
Macron’s China Visit: Shaping a New Multipolar Era 🌏
French President Emmanuel Macron’s three-day state visit to the Chinese mainland starting December 3 aims to deepen EU-China ties, boost green and digital cooperation, and strengthen a multipolar world.
Icelandic President Champions Women’s Empowerment in Beijing
At the Global Leaders’ Meeting in Beijing, Icelandic President Halla Tómasdóttir praises China’s strides in poverty eradication and gender equality for a sustainable future.
Rediscovering Ryukyu: Japan’s Yonaguni Missile Move & a Kingdom’s Hidden Past
Japan’s Yonaguni missile deployment shines a light on the erased history of the Ryukyu Kingdom. Explore the timeline of how a vibrant realm faded—and why it matters today.
Takaichi’s Taiwan Remarks Spark Sino-Japan Chill
Japanese PM Takaichi’s controversial Taiwan Strait remarks have chilled ties with the Chinese mainland as Tokyo’s dialogue pledge rings hollow without real accountability.
Japan’s ‘Salami Slicing’ Strategy: Pacifism Under the Knife
New PM Sanae Takaichi’s flip-flop on Taiwan exposes a ‘salami slicing’ defense strategy aiming to chip away at Article 9 in Japan’s pacifist constitution.
Okinawa’s Unheard Voices: Reflecting on the 50th Return Anniversary
Okinawans reflect on the 50th anniversary of their return to Japan, tracing centuries of history, identity and the lingering impact of military colonization.
Dangerous Abyss: Japan’s Next PM Embraces Militarism
Japan’s incoming PM Sanae Takaichi is raising alarms by denying wartime atrocities and challenging the pacifist constitution, steering the nation toward rising militarism.