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China condemns new U.S. trade probes ahead of Paris talks

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On March 13, China sharply criticized a new U.S. trade investigation targeting alleged industrial overcapacity and forced labor, warning it could take countermeasures just days before senior officials from both countries are due to meet in Paris for another round of economic talks.

The dispute adds fresh strain to an already fragile thaw in U.S.-China relations, as Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng is expected to meet U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in Paris on March 15-16. The talks are widely seen as groundwork for a planned visit by U.S. President Donald Trump to Beijing starting March 31, although Beijing has not publicly confirmed that trip.

Beijing’s criticism came after the United States launched Section 301 investigations into alleged industrial overcapacity and failures by foreign governments to prevent goods made with forced labor from entering supply chains. In a March 11 notice, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative said it would examine whether such practices are “unreasonable or discriminatory” and burden U.S. commerce, with China among the economies named in both probes.

China’s Commerce Ministry, said Washington had no right to make unilateral judgments about whether another country has “overcapacity,” and warned the U.S. action could seriously undermine the international economic and trade order. Beijing said it was assessing the measures and reserved the right to defend its interests.

China’s Foreign Ministry rejected the forced-labor allegations. At a regular press briefing, spokesperson Guo Jiakun said China opposes all forms of unilateral tariff measures and argued that tariff and trade wars serve neither side’s interests. He also called the forced-labor accusation “a lie concocted by the U.S.” and accused Washington of politicizing the issue.

Despite the rhetorical escalation, both sides are moving ahead with face-to-face talks in France, with China’s Commerce Ministry confirming He Lifeng’s visit from March 14 to 17. According to the South China Morning Post, the Paris talks are expected to cover key trade issues and could produce outcomes that pave the way for the next Trump-Xi meeting, underscoring that both governments continue to prepare for dialogue despite broader geopolitical tensions.

Whether the new Section 301 probes will harden positions in Paris or become another bargaining chip remains unclear. For now, they underscore that dialogue and confrontation continue in parallel in U.S.-China relations.

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U.S. Launches New Trade Investigation Against China

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On March 11, the United States launched a new trade investigation under Section 301 concerning China’s industrial overcapacity.

According to the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, the aim of the investigation is to determine whether the policies and practices of China and 15 other economies related to “structural overcapacity and excess production capacity” are unreasonable or discriminatory and whether they harm U.S. commerce.

Washington said that consultations with the relevant governments will take place as part of the process. Public comments may be submitted until April 15, while hearings will begin on May 5.

The U.S. government made this decision at a time when manufacturers in China’s export hubs were reporting increased activity amid the temporary reduction of U.S. tariffs. In particular, according to Reuters, some factories were trying to make the most of the temporary relief, accelerating both product shipments and expansion plans.

According to U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, these investigations are part of the Trump administration’s broader economic policy aimed at strengthening domestic manufacturing capacity and curbing foreign overproduction.

At the same time, this step indicates that despite the temporary easing of tariffs, Washington continues to employ new mechanisms of pressure in its trade confrontation with China.

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Wang Yi Talks About International Stability Amid Deepening Cooperation with Russia

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On March 8, China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi outlined Beijing’s diplomatic priorities during a press conference on the sidelines of the annual session of the National People’s Congress, addressing global conflicts, relations with major powers, cooperation with Africa, and the protection of Chinese citizens abroad.

Addressing the escalating conflict involving Iran, Wang called for an immediate halt to military operations and warned against further escalation in the Middle East. He described the war as one that ’’should not have happened’’, emphasizing that armed confrontation would only deepen regional instability.

China urged respect for national sovereignty, opposition to the use of force, and non-interference in the internal affairs of regional countries as key principles for resolving the crisis. According to Wang, civilians must be protected and diplomacy should replace military confrontation.

During a press conference, Wang also highlighted that U.S.-China relations remain a top priority for Beijing. He said maintaining communication between the world’s two largest economies is essential to avoid misunderstandings and global instability. According to Wang, both sides must manage differences carefully and pursue dialogue to maintain constructive engagement.

He also noted that upcoming meetings between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump could focus on stabilizing relations, preserving economic cooperation, and preventing further escalation in global conflicts. Wang framed the talks as ’’vital’’ for both bilateral relations and broader international stability.

Wang also reaffirmed the strength of relations between China and Russia, describing the bilateral partnership as stable despite global tensions. He said the China-Russia strategic partnership reflects a new model of international relations based on equality, respect and mutual benefit.

The two countries have maintained close diplomatic coordination, including a recent phone conversation between Wang and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov discussing international security developments and the situation surrounding Iran.

During the briefing, Wang emphasized that China’s partnership with African countries remains a key pillar of its foreign policy. China plans to deepen economic and cultural ties with the continent, including the introduction of zero tariffs on all tariff lines for African countries starting May 1.

Wang also stressed that protecting Chinese citizens and business interests overseas remains a central task of China’s diplomatic service. He said Beijing will continue improving mechanisms that ensure the safety and support of Chinese nationals working or traveling abroad.

’’Where there is the Chinese flag flying, there are Chinese diplomats on duty’’, Wang said, adding that the government remains committed to assisting citizens wherever they may face difficulties overseas.

By supporting negotiations in global conflicts, deepening cooperation with Russia, and expanding partnerships with African countries, Beijing seeks to increase its role in international politics. However, according to Reuters, China’s diplomatic position often represents a strategic balancing among global powers. Although Beijing emphasizes negotiations and economic cooperation, it simultaneously maintains close partnerships with countries such as Russia, which contributes to the emergence of new geopolitical dynamics in the international security environment.

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U.S. Sides With China and Russia on UN Nuclear Safety Resolution

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On March 5, during a meeting of the Board of Governors of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), the United States took the same position as China and Russia for the first time, declining to support a resolution that warned about nuclear safety risks resulting from attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.

The U.S. interim representative to the agency, Howard Solomon, stated that Washington recognizes the risks created by attacks on Ukraine’s energy system and supports measures aimed at ensuring the safety of nuclear power plants. However, he said the United States could not support a resolution that ’’would not help achieve peace between Ukraine and Russia’’.

China also did not support the resolution. On issues related to the Ukraine conflict, including nuclear safety, Beijing has traditionally emphasized the importance of resolving the conflict through diplomatic means and dialogue.

In particular, representatives of China’s Foreign Ministry stated several times in 2026 that Beijing supports all international efforts aimed at a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine crisis and believes that ’’dialogue and negotiations are the only way to resolve the crisis’’.

According to China’s official position, the safety of nuclear facilities is a shared responsibility of the international community, and actions that could increase nuclear risks or escalate the conflict must be avoided. Beijing also states that it is not a party to the conflict and seeks to maintain what it describes as an ’’objective and impartial position’’.

Thus, it appears that on international platforms, China seeks to maintain a neutral stance, supports negotiations and de-escalation, and rarely directly blames any party in its official statements.

Ultimately, the resolution was adopted by a majority vote. The issue remains especially significant in the context of the ongoing war in Ukraine, as attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure have repeatedly raised concerns about the safety of its nuclear power plants.

According to Reuters, the U.S. decision reflects the diplomatic complexities that currently shape both the convergence and divergence of major powers’ interests within international institutions.

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EU to Strengthen Local Production, Reduce Reliance on China

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On March 4, the European Commission put forward a new industrial policy proposal aimed at boosting EU manufacturing and reducing dependency on Chinese imports. The plan is called the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA).

Under this proposal, companies seeking to participate in public procurement or receive subsidies would be required to meet a minimum share of locally produced components. The rules would particularly apply to sectors critical to the green transition, including steel, aluminium, cement, wind turbines, and electric vehicles, areas where China is a major global supplier.

According to European Union officials, the initiative aims to strengthen EU industrial capacity, increase economic autonomy, and promote domestic production of green technologies.

The proposal has generated differing views among EU member states and business groups. Supporters argue that local content requirements are already in place in major economies such as the United States, China, Brazil, and India, and that similar measures help protect and develop domestic manufacturing. They contend that the EU should adopt a comparable approach to maintain competitiveness and strengthen strategic sectors.

Critics warn that strict rules could heighten trade tensions with partner countries and have a negative impact on the investment climate, including reducing opportunities to attract foreign capital.

The initiative is seen as a significant shift in EU trade policy, particularly in the context of economic relations with China. Currently, a substantial share of the EU’s green technologies depends on Chinese imports, giving the issue strategic importance.

Analysts say that the final content of the legislation and its practical implementation mechanisms will determine whether the EU can strengthen industrial resilience and economic autonomy without simultaneously intensifying trade tensions with Beijing.

The initiative will continue to be discussed between the European Parliament and member states, a process that will shape the future direction of the EU’s economic strategy amid global competition and geoeconomic shifts.

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Washington and Beijing: Stability Without Trust

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Attempts to preserve dialogue and deep strategic distrust are appearing at the same time in U.S.-China relations: Washington says it wants stable ties with Beijing, while Beijing says communication is continuing over a possible visit by the U.S. president.

At a February 24 hearing of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg said the administration wants a stable relationship with China but does not trust Beijing. He said there was ’’not enough basis’’ for that trust.

Helberg’s remarks came as Washington and Beijing prepare for a high-level meeting.

On the Chinese side, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said at a February 24 briefing that ’’head-of-state diplomacy’’ plays an irreplaceable strategic role in China-U.S. relations, and that the two sides are continuing communication regarding a possible visit.

The White House has confirmed that Trump’s visit to China is scheduled for March 31 to April 2. It would be his first trip to China since returning to office.

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Hong Kong Court Rejects Appeals in ’’Hong Kong 47’’ Case

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Hong Kong’s Court of Appeal on Monday, February 23, rejected the appeals of 12 pro-democracy activists convicted in the city’s largest national security case, leaving their lengthy prison sentences in force.

The case, widely known as the ’’Hong Kong 47’’ relates to the mass arrests of opposition figures in early 2021. Detained politicians and activists were accused of conspiracy to overthrow state power. Many were denied bail and remained in custody for extended periods, while the proceedings became one of the longest and most complex trials in Hong Kong’s history.

According to prosecutors, the defendants organized an unofficial primary election in 2020 to select pro-democracy candidates. Authorities argued their ultimate goal was to secure a parliamentary majority and paralyze the government by blocking the budget, ultimately forcing the resignation of the executive leadership.

The court ruled that these actions constituted an attempt to overthrow the state power under the national security law. As a result, in late 2024 most defendants were found guilty and sentenced to between four and ten years in prison, with only two acquitted out of 47. Around 20 of those convicted have already been released after completing their terms.

The appellate court’s latest decision effectively upholds the original verdicts and closes one of the main legal avenues for several prominent activists and former lawmakers.

Western governments and human rights organizations argue that the case criminalizes normal political activity, while Hong Kong and Chinese authorities maintain that the national security law was necessary to restore stability in the city.

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U.S. Reveals New Details of Alleged Secret Chinese Nuclear Test

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The United States has released new details alleging that China carried out a covert underground nuclear test in 2020.

A senior U.S. State Department official said the suspected test took place on June 22, 2020, at China’s Lop Nur nuclear test site in the Xinjiang region. According to the official, seismic data recorded by a monitoring station in Kazakhstan detected a magnitude 2.75 underground explosion, consistent with a nuclear detonation.

Washington maintains that the event cannot be explained by mining activity or natural earthquakes. ’’There is very little possibility that it is anything but an explosion’’, the official said.

However, the allegation remains contested. The Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO), which operates a global monitoring system for nuclear explosions, confirmed that two small seismic events were detected on that date but stated that the data were insufficient to determine their cause with confidence.

Independent experts have also expressed skepticism, noting that the signals were too weak to conclusively identify as a nuclear test.

U.S. officials suggested that China may have used a technique known as ’’Decoupling’’. It is a technique in which a device is detonated in an underground cavity, weakening seismic waves and making the detection of nuclear activities more difficult.

Beijing Rejects Claims

China has strongly denied conducting any nuclear test, calling the accusations baseless and politically motivated.  Beijing maintains that it has observed a voluntary moratorium on nuclear testing since its last acknowledged underground test in 1996.

Russia has likewise rejected the allegations, stating that neither Moscow nor Beijing has conducted secret nuclear tests.

The dispute emerged at a particularly sensitive moment for global nuclear stability – the expiration of New START in February 2026 removed the last restrictions on strategic arsenals and heightened the risk of nuclear weapons expansion.

New START (New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty) was a bilateral nuclear arms control agreement between the United States and Russia that imposed quantitative limits on deployed strategic nuclear weapons and established verification measures. It was signed in 2010.

Analysts say the ongoing dispute points to the erosion of international norms against nuclear testing and growing mistrust among major powers.

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Wang Yi in Munich: China’s Main Messages

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On February 13, 2026, the 62nd Munich Security Conference opened and continued through February 15. Within the framework of the event, on February 14, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi delivered remarks at the session titled ’’Conversation with China’’, after which he answered questions from the audience.

China’s senior diplomat presented Beijing’s vision of the international order and global governance, outlining the country’s key foreign policy messages.

UN-Centered Order, Anti-Bloc Rhetoric, and ’’True Multilateralism’’

At the Munich Security Conference, Wang Yi identified unilateral actions and a power-based order, which he described as the ’’law of the jungle’’, as the main causes of the erosion of global stability. In his assessment, humanity has reached a ’’new crossroads’’ for peace and development.

The central theme of the minister’s speech was the reform of global governance, which, he described, should be pursued through strengthening the United Nations, as weakening the organization would return the world to a power-based system.

He identified a ’’Cold War mentality’’ and bloc confrontation as the root causes of the crisis, proposing instead an approach grounded in inclusive cooperation, which he described as ’’harmony without uniformity’’.

One of the key concepts of the address was ’’true multilateralism’’, understood as a multipolar system based on the equal participation of states. According to Wang Yi, the world should no longer be governed by a handful of powerful countries, in a ’’multipolar world’’, decisions on international issues should be made collectively.

Wang also criticized unilateral sanctions and the setting of international rules by individual powers, advocating instead collective consultations grounded in international law.

Addressing the structure of global governance, he emphasized that it should reflect the evolving balance of power and the growing role of developing countries, including increased representation in international institutions and the formation of a more equitable international order.

Taiwan at the Center of China’s message at Munich Conference

At the conference, Wang Yi reiterated Beijing’s position on Taiwan, stating that the issue is a non-negotiable matter related to China’s sovereignty and remains one of the primary sources of tension. He warned that external support for the island could cross China’s defined ’’red lines’’.

According to Wang, the Taiwan issue is a legacy of China’s civil war and is regarded by Beijing as an internal affair. He argued that reunification is linked to territorial integrity, while moves toward Taiwanese independence or the use of the island as a tool to contain China would undermine regional stability.

According to Reuters, Wang also linked tensions around Taiwan to Japan, describing Tokyo’s policies as a contributing factor to regional instability.

Taiwan’s government responded to the remarks. Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung rejected Beijing’s position, described China as a threat to regional security, and criticized its appeal to UN principles amid increasing military pressure on the island. He emphasized that Taiwan’s future should be determined by its own people.

The exchange of statements demonstrates that disagreements between Beijing and Taipei over Taiwan’s status remain unchanged, and the issue continues to be a major challenge for regional security and interstate relations.

China Calls for Dialogue in Global Conflict Hotspots

At the 62nd Munich Security Conference, Wang Yi outlined Beijing’s position on the conflicts in Gaza, Iran, and Ukraine, identifying dialogue, mediation, and political settlement as the primary paths to stability.

Addressing the war in Gaza, Wang stated that an immediate ceasefire should be followed by reconstruction of the territory and the resumption of peace negotiations. He emphasized that resolving the conflict on the basis of a two-state solution is a responsibility of the international community.

Regarding Iran, Wang warned that developments in the country could undermine regional stability and called on all parties to exercise restraint. He noted that escalating tensions could affect energy, security, and diplomatic spheres, arguing that China favors dialogue and political crisis management over sanctions or military pressure.

Wang also addressed the war in Ukraine, stating that ’’the door to dialogue is finally open’’. He urged the parties to reach a ’’comprehensive, durable and binding’’ agreement, adding that only a settlement addressing the root causes of the conflict can ensure long-term stability in Europe.

Although Beijing presents itself as a neutral actor, critics question this stance due to China’s close relationship with Russia.

’’Partner, not rival’’

Wang Yi’s address reflected the core priorities of Beijing’s foreign policy – from global governance to relations with the United States and cooperation with Europe.

He described the launch of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan as a new stage of development, emphasizing that the country’s modernization follows a peaceful path aimed at promoting both national prosperity and global stability.

Discussing China-Europe relations, Wang stated that both sides are ’’indispensable poles’’ in a multipolar world and that their cooperation is crucial for global stability, in contrast, confrontation would increase economic and security risks.

According to the minister, China does not view the European Union as a systemic rival and supports mutually beneficial cooperation in trade, technology, climate, and global governance, based on mutual respect and shared interests.

Addressing relations with the United States, he warned that economic and technological decoupling raises the risk of conflict and serves no one’s interests. In his assessment, the future of bilateral relations depends on whether Washington chooses cooperation over confrontation, underscoring the need for continued dialogue.

Ultimately, he concluded that the ’’right direction’’ for the international system lies in strengthening the role of the United Nations.

The Munich Security Conference was held in Munich at the Hotel Bayerischer Hof. The forum traditionally serves as one of the leading platforms for international security policy, where world leaders and experts discuss contemporary global challenges.

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The CIA addresses Chinese military officers in a new video

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On February 12, the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) released a new video which, according to CNN, is directly aimed at individuals working within China’s military structures.

The Chinese-language video tells the story of a fictional mid-level military officer who critically assesses the country’s military-political environment, corruption, and hierarchical governance, and finds himself facing the decision of whether to establish contact with the CIA.

Explaining the character’s choice, a CIA official told CNN: “He makes the difficult decision to stay true to his values and forge a better path for his family by contacting the CIA.”

In the same video, the CIA emphasizes that individuals with relevant information or professional access to military and security sectors should use the secure and anonymous communication channels created by the agency, allowing contact to be made safely and without revealing their identity.

CNN notes that while the video does not contain explicit calls to action, it clearly reflects US intelligence interest in obtaining information from China’s military and security structures.

The CIA stresses that such information campaigns are part of its global intelligence strategy. In response, Chinese official bodies have not issued public comments. According to South China Morning Post, these actions will probably be evaluated as interference in internal affairs and steps directed against national security.

According to media assessments, the timing of the initiative is linked to ongoing changes in China and increased control over the military elite, once again highlighting the long-standing and high-intensity tensions between the United States and China in the security and intelligence spheres.

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