China's Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning called the 'Five Eyes' alliance's accusations of China recruiting 'intelligence personnel' ironic, stating the alliance itself engages in large-scale espionage globally.
MondeAIChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet, a candidate for the next UN Secretary-General. Bachelet emphasized the need for multilateralism and UN reform, while Wang Yi affirmed China's support for strengthening the UN's role and stated China's constructive approach to the upcoming election.
MondeAITaiwan's Central Weather Administration has issued heavy rain and thunderstorm warnings for 16 counties due to strong southwest winds and active afternoon convection. Five areas are specifically warned of severe thunderstorms with potential for flash floods, landslides, and lightning.
MondeAIJapan and the Philippines are strengthening maritime security ties, sparking condemnation from China over border talks. Beijing views the negotiations, particularly east of Taiwan, as infringing on its exclusive economic zone, potentially escalating tensions in the western Pacific.
MondeAIChina has banned four cross-party New Zealand lawmakers from entering the country for one year following their visit to Taiwan. This marks Beijing's first sanction against NZ parliamentarians for visiting Taiwan. Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council stated that China's pressure tactics will only strengthen international support for Taiwan.
MondeAI菲律賓國防部長鐵歐多洛回應媒體報導，稱其與家人被中國列入禁止入境名單。他表示自己在中國沒有資產，也無意前往，並批評中國政府壓迫人民的作風令人卻步。
MondeAIFive years after the COVID-19 pandemic, the author reflects on the global response, highlighting China's initial cover-up and the kindness shown by countries like Japan, the US, and European nations through vaccine donations. The article contrasts the memory of vaccine shortages and political disputes with the altruism of pharmaceutical companies and diplomatic efforts, particularly noting Japan's vaccine delivery on June 4th, the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre.
