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China urges WTO members to oppose unilateral tariffs and strengthen the multilateral trading system, highlighting concerns over increasing trade restrictions affecting $2.7 trillion in global trade.
The WHO warns of man-made mass starvation in Gaza due to the Israeli blockade and aid restrictions, as hunger deaths surge among the 2.2 million residents.
At peace talks in Istanbul, Russia and Ukraine agreed on a prisoner exchange but clashed over ceasefire terms and a potential presidential meeting.
European Council President Antonio Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have arrived in Beijing for the 25th China-EU Summit, marking 50 years of diplomatic relations.
China assures that its hydropower project on the Yarlung Zangbo River will not impact downstream areas, highlighting benefits like clean energy and disaster prevention.
Since July, Sudan has reported over 91,000 cholera cases and 2,302 deaths, as conflict and floods worsen the humanitarian crisis.
Thailand recalls its ambassador from Cambodia and expels the Cambodian envoy in Bangkok, signaling a diplomatic rift, announced by acting PM Phumtham Wechayachai.
Over 300 delegates from SCO countries convened in Tianjin for the 2025 Inter-Civilizational Dialogue, fostering cultural exchanges and unveiling a roadmap for a shared digital future.
China’s Zhang Wenao wins men’s 1m springboard gold at 2025 FISU Games, with teammate Hu Yukang taking silver in Berlin.
China’s Wu Yibing and Buyunchaokete advance to the second round of the Citi Open in Washington, D.C., after impressive victories in their opening matches.