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China’s Growing Influence Tops Trump Agenda Hosting Latin American Leaders By Nandita Bose, Sarah Morland and David Brunnstrom President Donald Trump will host Latin American leaders in Florida on Saturday as his administration seeks to counter China's growing influence in t...

President Trump hosts the “Shield of the Americas” summit in Florida, rallying Latin American leaders to strengthen U.S. influence, counter China, and coordinate on security, trade, migration, and regional economic policies.

Why Green Energy Will Be the Big Winner of the Iran Crisis By Cobus van Staden, CGSP Head of Research Remember “no blood for oil”? Decades ago, the slogan emblematized opposition to the U.S. invasion of Iraq. Its logic subsequently shifted as the United State...

The Iran war and disruption of the Strait of Hormuz expose the fragility of the global oil system. As energy flows falter, China’s push for renewables under Xi Jinping increasingly looks like a strategic energy security hedge.

The world is scrambling for lithium, cobalt, and rare earths.

Nicolas Niarchos joins Eric Olander & Christian Geraud to discuss how the scramble to control these metals and their production is overturning the world order.

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Ren Hanjun, a visiting professor at Peking University, argues in a viral WeChat post that whether the U.S. defeats Iran or ends in a stalemate, China stands to gain strategically in the Middle East. tinyurl.com/ycxbfjrt

China Prioritizes Energy and Diplomacy Over Iran Support By Peter CATTERALL China has expressed its anger over Israeli-U.S. strikes on Iran, but, despite hits to its oil imports, will not risk its interests by confronting Washington and helping its long-sta...

China has expressed its anger over Israeli-U.S. strikes on Iran, but, despite hits to its oil imports, will not risk its interests by confronting Washington and helping its long-standing partner, analysts say.

China to Send Special Envoy to Mediate in Middle East: FM China will send a special envoy to mediate in the Middle East, Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Wednesday, as the war triggered by U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran spiraled across the region. Beijing has ...

China to send a special envoy to mediate in the Middle East to mediate tensions after US-Israel strikes on Iran.

Philippine Resupply Mission Data Leaked to Chinese Intelligence, Security Official Says By Karen Lema A spokesman for the National Security Council (NSC) of the Philippines on Thursday said some information on the country's resupply missions in the South China Sea was compromised and pas...

A spokesman for the National Security Council of the Philippines on Thursday said some information on the country's resupply missions in the South China Sea was compromised and passed on to Chinese intelligence agents.

Chinese Cable Project Opposed by U.S. Sparks Row in Chile U.S. concerns about a proposed Chinese fiber-optic cable linking Asia with South America under the sea led to a spat Tuesday between Chile's outgoing left-wing president and his Washington-backed succ...

A proposed China Mobile fiber-optic cable linking Hong Kong and Valparaiso has triggered U.S. opposition and a political clash between Chile’s outgoing president Gabriel Boric and president-elect Jose Antonio Kast during a tense transfer of power.

China Steps In as Malaysia’s Data Center Surge Puts the Power Grid to the Test Since 2024, Malaysia has emerged as a main data center hub in ASEAN, challenging Singapore’s long-standing dominance. As of early 2026, Malaysia has 34 existing data centers with 33 upcoming, accordin...

Malaysia’s rapid rise as ASEAN’s data center hub, led by Johor, is testing power grids and water supplies, as China-backed energy upgrades become key to sustaining ASEAN hub ambitions.

Zimbabwe Says Fast-Tracked Ban Over Lithium Export Rush Zimbabwe fast-tracked the entry of a ban on raw lithium exports last week after mining companies engaged in an

Zimbabwe fast-tracks raw lithium export ban after mining scramble, aiming to boost local refining and curb illicit stockpiling of strategic minerals.

China’s Relationship with Iran: More Balancing Act than All In While China has expressed support for Iran as it faces attacks from Israel and the United States, readouts from Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s conversation with Iran’s Abbas Araghchi hint at a mor...

China backs Iran diplomatically, but deep energy and trade ties with Saudi Arabia and Qatar reveal limits to Beijing’s support amid rising regional tensions.

None of the TV-based content works, especially in China, where marketing is almost entirely done online. Regarding Chinese state media like CGTN, I don't think they care much. They made the initial TV investment in Africa, and it's been the same for 10+ years. Focus is all on digital now. — Eric

China Backs Iran ‘Defending Sovereignty’, Vows to Push for Peace China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Iranian counterpart on a call Monday that Beijing supports Tehran defending itself against US-Israeli strikes, as war spread across the Middle East. Hundreds ...

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Iranian counterpart on a call Monday that Beijing supports Tehran defending itself against US-Israeli strikes, as war spread across the Middle East.

Peter Martin's a great journalist, but this was not a good article. China's media focus in Africa isn't on trad'l media that no one anywhere watches (it's a continent of teenagers). Instead, they are very effective with digital content sharing agreements & journalist trainings — Eric

China Urges Gulf States to Unite Against External Interference Amid Widening Conflict China's foreign minister urged Gulf countries to unite to oppose external interference on Monday, after U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran triggered a widening conflict in the region. China hoped that the G...

China's foreign minister urged Gulf countries to unite to oppose external interference on Monday, after U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran triggered a widening conflict in the region.

From Oil to Compute: The Gulf’s AI Pivot.

The U.S. as a Resident Power in the Gulf.

From military buildup to direct operations, the U.S. is operating as a resident power, shaping events on the ground.

China Calls for Ceasefire, Diplomacy to End Middle East Conflict China called Monday for a ceasefire and diplomatic talks to end the conflict in the Middle East, as it stretched into a third day. Israel and the United States have been conducting strikes on Iran and...

China called Monday for a ceasefire and diplomatic talks to end the conflict in the Middle East, as it stretched into a third day.

U.S. and China Take Divergent Paths in the New West Asia.

We recently hosted Mohammed Soliman to discuss his new book, West Asia: A New American Grand Strategy in the Middle East.

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Shanghai Stocks Close at 10-Year High as Iran Conflict Boosts Energy and Gold Shares; HK Drops Shanghai stocks closed at a 10-year high on Monday, bucking regional weakness in the wake of the Iran conflict as investors snapped up energy, gold and defense shares. Mainland sentiment was supported...

Shanghai stocks closed at a 10-year high on Monday, bucking regional weakness in the wake of the Iran conflict as investors snapped up energy, gold, and defense shares.

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Asian Oil Buyers Assess Stockpiles, Middle East Alternatives as Iran Conflict Escalates By Heejin Kim and Nidhi Verma Asian governments and refiners rushed to assess oil stockpiles as well as alternative shipping routes and supplies as the Iran conflict disrupted shipping in the crucial ...

Asian governments and refiners rushed to assess oil stockpiles as well as alternative shipping routes and supplies as the Iran conflict disrupted shipping in the crucial Strait of Hormuz, with oil prices expected to rise when trading resumes on Monday.

China Says ‘Strongly Condemns’ Khamenei Killing China said Sunday it

China said Sunday it "strongly condemns" the United States and Israel's killing of Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling again for a halt to military actions.

While Apple and Samsung chased premium markets, one Chinese company focused on Africa.

Today, Transsion Holdings is the world’s 5th-largest smartphone maker. Lu Miao joined us to break down the strategy behind Transsion's success in Africa.

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China Urges Citizens to Evacuate From Iran ‘as Soon as Possible’ China told its citizens on Friday to evacuate from Iran

China told its citizens on Friday to evacuate from Iran "as soon as possible", and those in Israel to strengthen preparedness, citing a significant rise in security risks in the Middle East.

Chile Denies Onboard Care by Chinese Medical Ship as U.S. Pressure Mounts Chile denied permission for a Chinese hospital ship to provide medical services onboard, saying the vessel lacked authorization to treat local residents, a decision that came amid heightened pressure ...

Chile denied permission for a Chinese hospital ship to provide medical services on board, saying the vessel lacked authorization to treat local residents, a decision that came amid heightened pressure from the U.S. over a proposed undersea cable project.

China Calls for Afghanistan-Pakistan Ceasefire China called on Friday for a ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan, adding it was talking to both sides to try to end violent clashes that had left Beijing

China called on Friday for a ceasefire between Afghanistan and Pakistan, adding it was talking to both sides to try to end violent clashes that had left Beijing "deeply concerned."

Washington Presses Syria to Shift From Chinese Telecom Systems By Feras Dalatey The United States has warned Syria against relying on Chinese technology in its telecommunications sector, arguing it conflicts with U.S. interests and threatens U.S. national securit...

The United States has warned Syria against relying on Chinese technology in its telecommunications sector, arguing it conflicts with U.S. interests and threatens U.S. national security, according to three sources familiar with the matter.

Latin America Split Over How to Counter China’s Steel Surge Argentina terminated anti-dumping duties on Chinese aluminum foil, removing trade barriers that had restricted shipments from China and reopening the market to Chinese producers. The move marks a nota...

Argentina ended anti-dumping duties on Chinese aluminum foil while Mexico and Brazil tightened scrutiny on Chinese steel.