German FM Johann Wadephul to visit the Chinese mainland on Dec 8–9
German FM Johann Wadephul visits the Chinese mainland on Dec 8–9 for talks with Wang Yi, aiming to boost economic, tech, and diplomatic ties between Germany and China.
Diplomacy
Head-of-State Diplomacy to Power China-U.S. Trade Ties, Says Envoy
Chinese envoy Xie Feng says head-of-state diplomacy and China’s 15th Five-Year Plan will anchor stronger China-U.S. trade ties, urging business to expand dialogue, boost projects, and cut obstacles.
US and Ukraine Envoys Hold Productive Miami Talks
Steve Witkoff and Rustem Umerov met in Miami this week for ‘productive’ talks, set to continue Friday, while Witkoff and Kushner updated Ukraine’s team on their Moscow meeting with President Putin.
Macron Concludes 3-Day State Visit to the Chinese Mainland
French President Macron wrapped up his three-day state visit to the Chinese mainland, departing Chengdu after arriving in Beijing at Xi Jinping’s invitation.
China Urges US to Respect Sensitivity of Taiwan Question
China’s Foreign Ministry urges the US to recognize the sensitivity of the Taiwan question, honor one-China commitments, and rejects Taiwan leader Lai Ching-te’s independence remarks.
Global Outcry Over Takaichi’s Remarks on the Chinese Mainland
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi’s inflammatory remarks on the Chinese mainland’s domestic affairs have drawn global criticism for violating international law.
Xi, Macron Meet Informally in Sichuan’s Dujiangyan
Chinese President Xi Jinping met informally with French President Macron today in Dujiangyan, Sichuan Province, marking a relaxed moment in Sino-French diplomacy.
Modi’s Warm Hug for Putin Shakes Up Diplomatic Protocol
On December 4, 2025, Indian PM Narendra Modi broke protocol by greeting Russian President Vladimir Putin with a hug at New Delhi airport, ahead of talks on fighter jets and air defence.
Wang Huning Strengthens China-Indonesia Ties on Jakarta Visit
China’s top advisor Wang Huning visited Indonesia on Dec 3-4, 2025, to strengthen strategic ties, align development plans, and boost Belt and Road cooperation.
Zhao Leji Meets Macron in Beijing to Boost China-France Cooperation
In Beijing, Zhao Leji and Macron met to ramp up China-France ties across tech, trade, and culture, promising more student exchanges, joint labs, and real-deal global partnerships.