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Shadow Ministers Call for Transparency on $600 Million PNG League Deal
Beyond seeking clarity, the Coalition backed the deal, reaffirming sport’s ability to enhance and deepen relationships between nations.
Australia Pledges $600 Million for League Team in PNG Amid Competition With Beijing
Authorities will need to overcome major challenges to set up an NRL team in the ’murder capital' of the Pacific.
On Human Rights Day, Lawmakers, Activists Call Out CCP’s Covert Tactics to Silence Dissidents Abroad
Lawmakers and human rights advocates call for countermeasures in light of Beijing’s campaign to manipulate Western democratic systems to attack Falun Gong.
CCP’s Transnational Repression Under Spotlight as US and EU Mark Human Rights Day
Washington is deeply concerned by China’s ’restrictions on fundamental freedoms and its use of transnational repression,' says U.S. ambassador to China.
London Council Rejects China’s New Embassy Plan Again
Councilors unanimously voted to reject the Chinese’s embassy’s planning permission; the final decision will be taken by Westminster next year.
Philippines Conducts Joint Navy Drill With US, Japan
The exercise took place two days after a confrontation between Chinese and Philippine vessels over the disputed Scarborough shoal.
Australia Strengthens Pacific Policing with New Centre in Brisbane
As part of a $400 million regional policing initiative, up to four additional training centres of excellence are planned for various Pacific countries.
Australia to Gain Veto Power Over Pacific Island’s External Security Deals
The deal will cost Australia $100 million to support Nauru’s struggling budget, and an extra $40 million for policing and security.
Documentary Eyes Oscar Platform to Highlight Brutal Abuse in China
The creators of a documentary that focuses on state-perpetuated forced organ harvesting in China hope to bring the issue wider attention.
China Sanctions US Companies, Executives Over Arms Sale to Taiwan
Arms sales to Taiwan have ‘a deterrent effect on the Chinese People’s Liberation Army,’ an expert said.
CCP Funding North Korean Military Aid in Russia, Insider Alleges
‘All of this military support came from the CCP, with North Korea merely acting as a white glove,’ said Yuan Hongbing, a Chinese dissident.
Paraguay Expels Chinese Diplomat Over ‘Interference’ in Taiwan Relations
Paraguay, one of 12 nations with diplomatic ties to Taiwan, revoked the visa of Xu Wei, who urged the country to choose Beijing over Taipei.
In Secret Meeting, Xi Jinping Ordered New Strategy to Attack Falun Gong Globally
U.S. lawmakers have condemned a new transnational repression campaign against Falun Gong that spreads disinformation and co-opts the American legal system.
Chinese Online Retailer Temu Faces Growing Scrutiny as Vietnam Suspends Its Operations
Temu, which has raised concerns among Vietnamese consumers and regulators, missed the deadline to register with Vietnam’s trade ministry.
Former Defence Secretary Tapped to Review ‘Toxic’ Culture at Australian Submarine Agency
A snap investigation into the Australian Submarine Agency, as the U.S. Navy seeks emergency funding for its submarine programme.
Deputy PM Plays Down Beijing Security Threat As PNG League Announcement Nears
Democratic nations have upped the diplomatic offensive in recent years in response to Beijing’s overt efforts to build influence.
Beijing Adopts Softer Approach in Asia Amid Heightened US–China Tensions
Beijing has stepped up efforts to improve relations with its neighbors to prepare for the impact of steep tariffs from the incoming Trump administration.
Taiwan President Lai Speaks With Top US Lawmakers Amid CCP Warnings
Taiwan is a hot-button issue for the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), which claims the island nation as its territory, although it has never ruled it.
US, Allies Voice Concerns After Chinese, Philippine Vessels Collide Again in South China Sea
Chinese vessels fired water cannons and sideswiped Philippine ships in two hotly contested areas in the South China Sea, Filipino officials said.
German Business Confidence in China at All Time Low: Survey
‘This year has been difficult for the majority of German companies,’ said Clas Neumann, chair of the German Chamber of Commerce’s east China chapter.
