G7 leaders at their recent summit in France failed to present a united front against China, issuing milder statements on critical minerals and global imbalances. This comes as the EU and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz express strong stances against China's trade practices and alleged yuan undervaluation.
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss a new China policy, facing internal divisions and trepidation over Beijing's potential retaliation. Despite avoiding the topic on the official agenda, a united front is sought to address global macroeconomic imbalances.
EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss a new China policy, facing internal divisions and trepidation over Beijing's potential retaliation. Despite avoiding the topic on the official agenda, a united front is sought to address global macroeconomic imbalances and protect European competitiveness.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated the G7, including the US, recognizes Ukraine's territorial integrity and has a "re-synchronisation" of positions. He noted a "very deep change in the US approach" and that leaders acknowledged Putin's lack of willingness for peace. The summit communique vowed increased sanctions on Russia.
Guangzhou's Huadu District has upgraded its United Front platform to better serve intellectuals, establishing a new 'Talent and Wisdom Station' and 'Intellectuals' Home' to foster talent and development. The initiative aims to integrate the wisdom of non-Party intellectuals into the province's high-quality development.
France and Germany abandon FCAS joint fighter jet program due to company disagreements, despite European defence cooperation efforts amid geopolitical tensions.
China's United Front Work Department head Li Ganjie urged Tibet academics to find creative ways to shape the global conversation about Tibet while adhering to Communist Party ideology, citing the region's critical stage of stability and development.
Karamay, Bazhou, and Kizilsu Prefecture in Xinjiang held United Front propaganda work meetings to summarize past efforts, address shortcomings, and deploy key tasks for 2026. The meetings emphasized strengthening political guidance, integrating resources, and innovating propaganda methods to foster ethnic unity and contribute to regional development.
Donald Trump confirmed a heated phone call with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, admitting to using strong language to urge de-escalation in Lebanon. Trump expressed concern that Israeli actions against Hezbollah could undermine Iran negotiations.
DPP legislator Wang Ting-yu criticized KMT chair Chang Li-wen for praising Xi Jinping's goodwill and promoting anti-Taiwan independence rhetoric at a US overseas Chinese banquet. Wang accused the KMT of becoming a "United Front" organization for the CCP, questioning the existence of anti-communist factions within the party.
Taiwan's Ministry of the Interior is cautioning citizens against 'united front traps' during religious exchanges in China, with over 20 individuals currently unable to return. The ministry advises leaving travel details in Taiwan before visiting China for religious purposes.
Friedrich Merz and Hendrik Wüst publicly demonstrated unity at a CDU meeting, rejecting speculation about a potential change in the chancellorship. Wüst pledged his full support to Chancellor Merz, calling the rumors "nonsense" and warning against them.
The Municipal United Front Department held a cadre meeting to deploy key tasks, emphasizing the need to align United Front resources with the Municipal Party Committee's central work. The department will focus on attracting investment and talent, supporting major industrial projects, participating in urban renewal, and ensuring security and stability to contribute to Wuxue's development.
Russian President Putin's Beijing meeting with Xi Jinping showcased strong Russia-China trust, occurring shortly after a US presidential visit. Key takeaways include unified stances on various issues and China's diplomatic balancing act.
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin met in Beijing, presenting a united front against perceived threats to global supply chains, US-Israeli actions in the Middle East, and foreign interference in Latin America. They also expressed concerns over Japan's rearmament and sanctions against North Korea.
Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang showcased a united front at Carnegie Mellon University, where Tan personally hooded Huang for his honorary doctorate. Tan also confirmed the "full steam ahead" partnership between Intel and Nvidia, highlighting their collaboration on new products for data centers, servers, and PCs.
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at the SCO meeting in Bishkek warned Pakistan, saying Operation Sindoor demonstrated India's firm resolve that terror epicentres will be meted out justifiable punishment. He called for a united front to tackle terrorism, separatism and extremism by dismantling safe havens and rejecting political exceptions. His warning came before Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif spoke at the meeting. Singh also criticised state-sponsored cross-border terror and called for eliminating double standards in the global fight against terror.
The UAE has announced its departure from OPEC, effective Friday, citing constraints on oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz due to Iranian threats during the Iran war. The exit marks the biggest shift for the oil cartel in decades, weakening OPEC's market influence and representing a victory for Donald Trump who accused the group of inflating prices. The UAE, a member since 1967, criticized Arab allies for insufficient military support against Iranian attacks.
The UAE has announced its withdrawal from OPEC, citing a need for strategic flexibility. The move, occurring during the Iran war, threatens to destabilize the cartel and undermine Saudi Arabia's influence over global oil markets.
A senior Chinese official who oversees religious and ethnic minority affairs has called for China to “strengthen” the education, training and management of Tibetan Buddhist personnel. Li Ganjie, head of the Communist Party’s United Front Work Department and a member of the now 22-man Politburo, made the call during a trip to Tibetan areas in western China, state news agency Xinhua reported on Wednesday. He visited several religious organisations and study institutions in the Tibetan autonomous...
