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What Elon Musk’s Deep Ties to China Mean for Trump’s Foreign Policy
By Linggong Kong
The big question going forward is how Musk’s financial stakes in, and stated admiration for, China will translate into attempts to influence the U.S. administration’s policy toward Beijing.

The Quantum Tech Race Is Heating Up
By Naba Fatima
With the U.S. and China each boasting new breakthroughs, the real-world application of quantum computing is moving closer – with major implications for national security.

China Revises PLA Regulations to Focus on ‘Conscious Discipline’
By Anushka Saxena
As a code of conduct for the PLA, the revised regulations are further expected to emphasize combat effectiveness as the military’s top priority.

Thailand’s Cooperation With China on Cross-border Crime Comes at a Cost
By Mark S. Cogan
The country has become an inhospitable place for foreign dissidents. The situation looks set to get worse.

China’s Take on IMEC
By KAWASHIMA Shin
What does Beijing think about the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor?

In Phone Call, Putin, Xi Emphasize That China and Russia ‘Cannot Be Moved Apart’
By Shannon Tiezzi
The two leaders discussed at length the recent developments in Russia-U.S. relations, a sign that such talks will not impact China and Russia’s close partnership.

China’s Live-Fire Exercises Between Australia and New Zealand Spark Soul-Searching
By Donald R. Rothwell
China didn’t violate any rules with its live-fire naval exercises. So, why are Australia and New Zealand so worried?

Leaked CCP Files Expose Global Crackdown on Dissent
By Tasnim Nazeer
The Chinese Communist Party has been working to “suppress Falun Gong’s momentum” around the world – including in the United States.

China’s 6th-Generation Fighter: Potential Game Changer for Air Superiority in Asia?
By Rathindra Kuruwita
China is signaling technological prowess and a readiness to reshape regional security architectures.

Why China’s New ‘Special Barges’ Are a Worrying Sign for Taiwan
By Jhih-Siang Liu and Yuan-Chou Jing
The new vessels, a prime example of China’s civil-military fusion strategy, aim to enhance the PLA’s amphibious landing operations.

China’s AI Breakthrough Signals a New Era of Tech Innovation
By Grace Shao
China’s major tech companies are uniquely positioned to capitalize on the shift to real-world applications for AI.

Trump Wants Nuclear Arms Control Talks With China and Russia. Here’s Where to Start.
By Mathew Jie Sheng Yeo
Forget denuclearization – first, talk about not resuming nuclear testing.