Approval for China’s mega embassy in London was lawful, UK court rules
The 20,000-square-metre site in London is set to become the largest embassy complex in the UK by area.
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Philippines accuses China of using water cannon on vessels for second day
The Philippine Coast Guard says 12 China Coast Guard vessels and three Chinese maritime militia vessels were involved.
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Trump’s latest ‘forced labour tariffs’: Who’s been hit, how badly?
Countries accounting for almost all of the US’s trade have been hit with tariffs between 10 and 12.5 percent.
From: Inside Story
Will the war on Iran affect ASEAN’s efforts to tackle regional issues?
Renewed fighting between the US and Iran has overshadowed the ASEAN gathering in Manila.
Published On 23 Jul 2026
Rubio says US, China must ‘work through’ big differences at ASEAN meeting
Rubio met his Chinese counterpart to discuss managing tensions ahead of President Xi Jinping’s upcoming US visit.
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Can the Suez save Asian oil consumers after Houthis shut Bab al-Mandeb?
About 6 million barrels of crude per day that pass through the strait to Asia are now at risk, experts say.
US targets China in move to ban military-grade drone imports
Proposed rules would have US regulator block the entry of swarm-capable drones, mainly from China.
ASEAN diplomats voice ‘serious concern’ over Iran war and energy crisis
Southeast Asian countries are highly affected by oil supply shortages caused by Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure.
China and Philippines trade accusations after sailor injured at sea
Dispute erupts in South China Sea after incident near Second Thomas Shoal involving Chinese and Philippine vessels.
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Philippine sailor injured during clash with Chinese coast guard
A member of China’s coast guard is accused of injuring a Philippine sailor after striking him with a wooden baton.
Published On 20 Jul 2026
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UK nationalises Chinese-owned British Steel: Why Beijing is worried
The UK move to take over British Steel fuels a brewing dispute with China amid political leadership change in London.
