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From balloon incursions near Taiwan to potential espionage in the Philippines, China's relationships with its neighbors and the world are under increasing scrutiny. Positive strides are being made with India, but challenges remain. Read more...

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Kazakhstan sees increased use of Russian payment terminals, while Russian carmakers and Chinese brands struggle with sales. Gazprom ordered to pay ČEZ for gas supply cuts. Read more...