China

China is a country in Asia, home to the world's second-largest population and is the third largest country in the world by area. 

As one of the oldest countries in the world, China's history spans thousands of years to the early days of civilization. In modern times, the country, now known as the People's Republic of China and under the rule of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) is considered a global superpower and the chief rival of the United States. It boasts one of the world's largest militaries, with one of the largest navies, air forces, and armies on Earth, as well as the second-largest economy on Earth. 

China's capital city is Beijing and its largest city by population is Shanghai. Its current leader is President Xi Jinping. 

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'Eagles of Civilization 2025' the joint Egypt-China air force drill and its significance

This is important, firstly, because it is a statement that China is making more military inroads in the region. Second, Egypt is a neighbor of Israel and also a US ally.

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Chinese fighter jets soar over Egypt in first joint exercises

Analysts say the 18-day drills also help Egypt assert itself as a major regional power among the Arab nations and North Africa amid growing regional turbulence.

By REUTERS
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Recognizing Taiwan's considerable contributions to global health and potential at the WHO

We urge WHO and all relevant parties to recognize Taiwan’s considerable contributions to global public health and the human right to health.

By DR. CHIU TAI-YUAN
06/05/2025
  Protest against the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty by India, in Karachi, April 24, 2025

The Indus standoff: Unraveling the hydro-political crisis between India, Pakistan

The collapse of the Indus Waters Treaty risks plunging South Asia into a hydro-political crisis due to Pakistan’s 'weaponization of a goodwill agreement.'

By HRIDAY SARMA
06/05/2025

The isolationism in the United States leaves a vacuum in the Middle East for China

The Trump administration stands at a pivotal moment to reverse this course and act in a way that Beijing and Tehran cannot anticipate.

By FAEZEH ALAVI
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Voices from the Arab press: Pope Francis and peace with Islam

A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.

By THE MEDIA LINE
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Israel's military expenditure surged by 65% in 2024, research shows

Spending across the Middle East reached an estimated $243 billion in 2024, increasing 15% from 2023, and 19% more than it was in 2015.

US issues new sanctions on individuals, entities from Iran, China for role in IRGC missile program

The State Department noted that these actions are part of the US's campaign to cut down on Iran's ballistic missile program.

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Chinese students recreate 2,000-year-old rice recipe from ancient manuscript

'Cooking rice from the Western Han Dynasty period has deepened our appreciation for the richness and allure of traditional Chinese culture,' said Luo.

Explosion at Iranian port severely impacts regime, Iran expert says

"This location and port are extremely critical to the survival of the Iranian regime," expert Sabti emphasized. 

27/04/2025
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