Senkaku Islands
China and Japan Clash in New Maritime Standoff Over Disputed Senkaku Islands
Dec 02, 2025 01:17 pm CST
Japanese and Chinese coast guard vessels engaged in a fresh territorial standoff near the disputed Senkaku/Diaoyu Islands, escalating tensions following recent comments by Japan's Prime Minister about potential military intervention if China attacks Taiwan. Both nations claim sovereignty over the islands, with each accusing the other of territorial violations in this latest maritime confrontation.
Xi Jinping Invites Canadian PM Carney to China Amid Global Trade Tensions and Holds First Meeting with Japan's New Premier
Oct 31, 2025 08:04 pm CST
Chinese President Xi Jinping has invited Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to visit China during their first formal talks since 2017, signaling potential improvement in strained bilateral relations. Both nations face pressure from Trump's tariff policies, even as Xi meets with Japan's first female premier Sanae Takaichi amid complex regional dynamics. The diplomatic engagements occur against a backdrop of global trade tensions, with Canada positioning itself as a potential energy supplier to Asian markets.