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China, US to hold economic, trade talks in ROK on May 12-13

Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, will lead a delegation to the Republic of Korea to hold economic and trade talks with the United States from May 12 to 13, a spokesperson for China's Ministry of Commerce announced on Sunday.
10-May-2026

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Chinese FM calls on Pakistan to intensify Iran mediation

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the appeal when speaking to Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar over phone.
13-May-2026

M23 rebels withdraw from parts of eastern DR Congo after pressure

M23 fighters have withdrawn from several areas in eastern DR Congo following military operations and diplomatic pressure, including efforts led by the United States.
12-May-2026

Iran's parliament speaker says 'no alternative' to 14-point proposal

Iranian parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on Monday said that "there is no alternative" except accepting the rights of the Iranian people outlined in Iran's 14-point proposal.
12-May-2026

Middle East conflicts increase risks for whales off South Africa

Researchers warn that rerouted global shipping traffic linked to Middle East conflicts is increasing the risk of deadly ship strikes on whales off South Africa’s coast, prompting calls for new maritime protection measures.
12-May-2026

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