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@rybar_pacific "North Korea marked the 80th anniversary of its ruling party with a parade showcasing the new Hwasong-20 ICBM its most powerful missile yet reportedly capable of reaching the US. It uses a new solid-fuel engine and may carry multiple warheads though no tests have been confirmed. Experts say its likely still in development a show of strength aimed at Washington"
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"@RonFilipkowski True but in practice only China mounted a serious counteroffensive. Most U.S. partners avoided full retaliation preferring negotiation or exemptions. The real trade war has always been centered on the U.S.China rivalry"
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"Tensions in the South China Sea on full display. A viral video shows a Chinese Type XXX destroyer closely shadowing a US carrier strike group including the USS Stockdale. Interestingly Chinese bloggers note the footage was filmed by an American sailor. The video may be old but it perfectly captures the routine reality: both navies constantly monitor each other in a high-stakes stalemate for now without major escalation"
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"After days of harsh rhetoric a shift: Treasury Sec. Scott Bessent says Trump still plans to meet Xi Jinping in late October. 📌 Despite tariff threats & rare earth controls both sides are keeping lines open a sign that de-escalation may be the real goal. #USChinatradewar"
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"South Korea pushes back: Defense Minister says U.S. troops on the peninsula should deter North Korea not China. For now Seoul is holding its ground betting on self-reliance and military upgrades instead of blindly buying into the U.S. containment strategy"
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"Not just China now Vietnam's using water cannons too but in drills. This week Vietnamese & Philippine coast guards held joint exercises near Cebu far from disputed waters. Despite past speculation no anti-China alliance is forming. Hanois approach remains balanced"
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"@XH_Lee23 Victor Gao made it clear China is already preparing for a world where the U.S. market is no longer central. After all China's name in Chinese suggests who is the Real Center. Decoupling cuts both ways"
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"@BalkanMilNews Thats exactly why their responses often seem methodical not impulsive. When Beijing moves they employ every strategy of Sun Tzu. Make a sound in the East then strike in the West"
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"@WatcherGuru A cooperative tone from Beijing was expected both economies are feeling the strain. With tariffs controls and supply disruptions hurting both sides dialogue is the only realistic path to stabilization"
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"@Kanthan2030 India should take a stand as a strong neutral civilization and avoid these childish battles in the sandbox"
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"During the Vietnamese leaders visit to North Korea quiet diplomacy may have been at play. Hanoi could be offering to mediate between Kim & Trump (again) or even between Pyongyang & Seoul. 📍Why Prestige and a long-term bet on opening North Korea to a Vietnam-style path"
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"@coffeebreak_YT No surprise here both parties are positioning themselves for difficult talks each seeking an advantage. A full XXX% tariff seems improbable since both Beijing and Washington still aim to reach a trade compromise"
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"North Koreas recent parade drew attention not only for its new weapons but for the guests including Vietnams Communist Party chief To Lam who wrapped up a three-day visit to Pyongyang. The two sides signed cooperation deals in defense foreign affairs and health. While no arms deliveries are expected the talks mark Pyongyangs gradual diplomatic comeback and Hanois bid to assert itself as an independent player amid Asias shifting power balance"
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"@gonglei89 Its still possible the meeting happens. Beijing usually announces Xis participation only a day or two in advance so silence doesnt necessarily mean cancellation. China tends to keep timing flexible to maximize diplomatic leverage"
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"@jacksonhinklle The rise in Chinas exports highlights how its supply chains continue to adapt around U.S. tariffs. Diversification of markets and stronger ties with emerging economies may be helping to offset Western trade barriers"
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"The U.S. and South Korea report significant progress in trade talks but key issues remain. Seoul wants its $350B investment package based on loans and guarantees while Washington demands upfront capital. A softer U.S. stance could ease pressure on Koreas markets and currency"
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"@clashreport Thats a bold claim and not exactly accurate. In reality BRICS has been expanding not shrinking. Just this year new members like Egypt Ethiopia and Iran joined the bloc and theres been active discussion about alternative trade mechanisms including de-dollarization"
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"Chinas new rare earth export rules are shaking global markets. Europes auto and defense firms warn of supply risks. Resource nationalism is back and rare earths the oil of the 21st century have become Beijings key geopolitical lever"
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"Thailand is now using psychological pressure on its border with Cambodia. Reports say Thai forces are blasting frightening soundsdog barks sirens airplane noisesto unsettle Cambodian residents in disputed areas. This tactic mirrors similar psychological warfare used by North Korea against the South. The likely goal To temporarily clear the area of residents removing an obstacle while Thailand fortifies the border"
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"@Currentreport1 Indonesias J-10 purchase is a major deal for Chinas defense industry but it doesnt mean Jakarta is pivoting toward Beijing. Indonesia has long pursued a balanced multi-vector defense policy buying from multiple suppliers to maintain strategic autonomy"
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"South Korea's defense industry eyes another major deal: Iraq is considering buying XXX K2 Black Panther tanks from Hyundai Rotem. This would replace Iraq's aging American & Soviet-era tanks. Seoul's key advantage Massive and rapid production capacity now over XXX tanks/year allowing it to supply Poland its own army and new clients like Iraq simultaneously. A landmark deal for both countries. 🚀"
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"@KobeissiLetter Threatening to terminate business ties over cooking oil and broader trade issues could further strain already fragile relations. But it also raises questions: Is the goal genuine retaliation or leveraging pressure ahead of negotiations"
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"#SouthChinaSea: Taiwan supports Philippines but here's the twist: Taipei also claims nearly the entire sea including waters Manila sees as its own. Dropping the claim would anger Beijing and signal a shift toward full independence something Taipei isnt ready to provoke"
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"While Sanae Takaichis path to PM faces turbulence her foreign policy outlook is clearer. Nikkei asks: will she bet on QUAD like her mentor Abe did or pivot to SQUAD more focused on the South China Sea Either way Tokyos hardline stance on China isnt going anywhere"
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"@BRICSinfo Trumps announcement confirms the long-standing trajectory of U.S.China relations. The trade war began years ago; whats new is Washington framing it as an open strategic confrontation"
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"@Megatron_ron A clear signal that Europe is now fully in the tech sovereignty game. Using wartime emergency powers in peacetime shows just how serious governments are about securing semiconductor supply chains and pushing back on Chinese ownership in critical sectors"
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"@HungaryBased Interesting move by Hungary. Diversifying bond issuance into yuan could strengthen ties with both BRICS nations and Western markets"
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"@ChinaSelect The incident near Thitu Island underscores the growing volatility in the South China Sea. Both Chinas increasingly assertive tactics and provocations by the Philippines are testing regional stability"
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"@SolJakey It was predictable both sides are gearing up for tough negotiations and trying to gain leverage. A XXX% tariff is unlikely as Beijing and Washington are still eager to find common ground on trade"
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"@globaltimesnews Chinas response was expected Washingtons pressure tactics rarely lead to compromise in Beijing. If anything the new tariff threats will only harden positions and escalate retaliation"
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"@JChengWSJ @EdwardGLuce Chinas tech rise isnt luck its strategy. While Beijing built entire supply chains the U.S. did little. The cost of that inaction is now clear"
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"@fbermingham ASMLs warning about falling demand from China shows how export controls and supply chain shifts are starting to bite. As restrictions increase China is building more of its own chip capacity while Western suppliers are seeing less business there"
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"Japan-Taiwan coast guards held joint drills this summer Japanese media confirms. The exercises focused on search & rescue took place in international waters south of the Sakishima Islands. While small in scale they are politically significant. Such cooperation is highly sensitive for Beijing so Tokyo keeps it quiet likely communicating via press leaks. The trend of integrating Taiwan into regional military exercises continues"
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"@SCMPNews The core idea: Australia is trying to keep China at bay. But Beijing still has some leverage in the Pacific just look at whats happening with the Solomon Islands"
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"@shaunrein The breakdown of the Madrid dtente was inevitable once Washington expanded export controls and sanctions. Beijings countermeasures are reactive but they also signal a long-term shift toward open economic confrontation"
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