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New Solomons PM to calm frictions but keep China ties

While a China-Solomons policing pact is expected to stay under the new prime minister, there's likely to be less friction with Australia, an expert says.

AAP

Bob Carr accuses Winston Peters of defamation after NZ deputy PM calls him a ‘Chinese puppet’

Former NSW premier’s threat to sue comes amid debate about whether New Zealand should join pillar two of Aukus pact

The Guardian - AU

Solomon Islands elects Jeremiah Manele as new prime minister

Jeremiah Manele wins backing of 31 legislators in 50-seat house in a vote closely watched by China, US and Australia.

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Americans Increasingly View China As An Enemy

Pew survey shows rising American perception of China as an enemy, influenced by trade war, COVID-19, and human rights concerns.

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Solomon Islands chooses China-friendly ex-diplomat Jeremiah Manele as new prime minister

Move seen as continuation of Pacific country’s policy of growing closer to Beijing

The Guardian - AU

China-friendly Manele Elected As Solomon Islands PM

China-friendly former foreign minister Jeremiah Manele was elected Solomon Islands' prime minister on Thursday, defeating an opposition leader intent on curbing Beijing's reach in the Pacific nation.

International Business Times

India, Maldives hold talks to enhance trade cooperation

India and Maldives strengthen economic cooperation through increased trade quotas and bilateral discussions for mutual benefit.

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Japanese PM sets off on six-day trip to France and Latin America

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida travelled to France on Wednesday for a visit that will also take in Brazil and Paraguay. Tokyo is seeking to boost ties with Paris and Latin America in areas of defence, climate and energy.

Radio France Internationale

China erases memory of ‘white paper’ protests in further threat to journalism

Silencing of a film-maker documenting the widespread 2022 demonstrations against Covid controls is part of rising suppression of press freedom

The Guardian - UK

Rival Palestinian groups Fatah and Hamas meet in China

Beijing says two sides took part in in-depth and candid dialogue on promoting Palestinian reconciliation.

Al Jazeera

Chinese Warships Seen Stalking US, PH, and France Fleet During Drills in West Philippine Sea

Chinese warships trail naval drills involving US, Philippine, and French fleets in the West Philippine Sea, heightening tensions in the region.

International Business Times UK

Solomon Islands bids farewell to a polarising PM who became the Pacific’s most China-friendly leader

Although Manasseh Sogavare’s time as prime minister of Solomon Islands is finished, his country’s relationship with China may still have some way to run

The Guardian - AU

Philippines alleges China damaged vessel in South China Sea disputed shoal

Manila says its coastguard ship was damaged after being hit by water cannon; Beijing says it ‘expelled’ Manila’s boats.

Al Jazeera

Caixin Top Stories of the Month: China’s Mammoth Effort to Help Foreigners Spend, Spend, Spend

While scanning QR codes is the ubiquitous payment method in China, it’s not available to most foreign visitors, making it a major hassle to even buy a coffee

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Morning Digest | One killed, three injured in fresh gunbattles in Manipur; India will never bow down, says Rajnath Singh on border talks with China; and more

The Hindu Morning Digest gives a select list of stories to start the day. Read the top news today on April 29, 2024

The Guardian - UK

Tory MP says he was deported from Djibouti due to criticisms of China

Tim Loughton had sanctions imposed on him in 2021 by Beijing, which has close ties to east African country

The Hindu

Up 2.3 times in 15 years, India’s Chinese import bill to rise further

India's imports from China have surged, leading to a growing trade deficit and increased reliance on Chinese goods.

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer needs to have a frank conversation with voters about the price of security

If defence spending has to rise, hard choices will have to be made

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China's share in India's industrial goods imports jump to 30% from 21% in last 15 years: GTRI

Growing Indian dependence on Chinese industrial goods raises concerns about trade deficit and national security implications, report finds.

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Secretary Blinken's Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts In Middle East

Secretary of State Blinken's diplomatic mission to address escalating crisis in the Middle East amid Israel-Hamas conflict.

The Guardian - UK

Chinese jets fly sorties over Taiwan strait in show of force as US delegation departs

End of secretary of state Antony Blinken’s three-day visit marks upsurge in military activity after period of relative calm

Space

Russia vetoes UN resolution against nuclear weapons in space

Russia's ambassador to the U.N. vetoed a resolution sponsored by the United States and Japan that called upon all nations to never deploy nuclear weapons in outer space.

The Hindu

India set to sign trade deal with Oman to expand its Middle East ties

India and Oman to sign trade deal, expanding ties in Middle East for strategic partnership and key trade routes.

Al Jazeera

China and US should be ‘partners, not rivals’, Xi tells Blinken

China says it prefers to bolster its ties with the United States, but considerable challenges remain.

International Business Times

Xi Tells Blinken US, China Should Be 'Partners, Not Rivals

Blinken, in China for the second time in less than a year, met leading Chinese politicians in the capital Beijing, where US officials said he would directly raise crucial areas of difference including Russia, Taiwan and trade.

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