CPSC Monitor (June 2, 2025)

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CHINA

1. Wang Yi Meets with Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar

https://www.mfa.gov.cn/eng/wjbzhd/202505/t20250531_11638336.html

2. IOMed to provide pathways for international dispute resolution: Chinese FM

https://english.news.cn/20250531/366ae485bdd946c6bd52b1a07b470393/c.html

3. Pakistan, China reaffirm to enhance bilateral relations

https://thedailycpec.com/pakistan-china-reaffirm-to-enhance-bilateral-relations/

4. China, Sri Lanka enhance ties under BRI framework

https://thedailycpec.com/china-sri-lanka-enhance-ties-under-bri-framework/

5. Reconciliation, Cooperation and Harmony Through Extensive Consultation, by Joint Contribution, for Shared Benefit—Jointly Writing a New Chapter on the Rule of Law In Global Governance

https://thedailycpec.com/reconciliation-cooperation-and-harmony-through-extensive-consultation-by-joint-contribution-for-shared-benefit-jointly-writing-a-new-chapter-on-the-rule-of-law-in-global-governance/

6. Xinjiang rises as China’s prime energy hub

https://thedailycpec.com/xinjiang-rises-as-chinas-prime-energy-hub/

7. Pakistan among others join China-led global mediation body

https://thedailycpec.com/pakistan-among-others-join-china-led-global-mediation-body/

8. China’s ‘unstoppable’ Latin America outreach gains ground as US uncertainty bites

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312517/chinas-unstoppable-latin-america-outreach-gains-ground-us-uncertainty-bites?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

9. Chinese general fires back at US defence chief over Shangri-La Dialogue remarks

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312608/chinese-general-fires-back-us-defence-chief-over-shangri-la-dialogue-remarks?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

10. Trump tariffs unblocked, war robots, China upgrades destroyer

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312345/trumps-tariff-setback-us-aggressively-revoke-china-student-visas-scmp-daily-highlights?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

11. China pledges boost to law enforcement cooperation with Pacific Island nations

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312263/host-china-offers-pacific-nations-more-climate-change-help-high-level-talks?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

12. China offers visa-free travel to 4 Gulf countries following landmark meeting

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312159/china-offers-visa-free-travel-4-gulf-countries-following-landmark-summit?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

13. China eyes Africa as it shifts EV gears in face of US, EU tariffs

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3311843/china-eyes-africa-it-shifts-ev-gears-face-us-eu-tariffs?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

14. China plans to arm Tiangong space station with self-defence bots, scientist says

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3312063/china-plans-arm-tiangong-space-station-self-defence-bots-scientist-says

15. China targets chip, quantum advances with 2030 metrology action plan in tech race with US

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3312641/china-targets-chip-quantum-advances-2030-metrology-action-plan-tech-race-us?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

16. China unveils world’s first AI nuke inspector

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3312270/china-unveils-worlds-first-ai-nuke-inspector?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

17. China supports settlement of disputes through dialogue and consultation: Wang Yi

https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/05/30/china-supports-settlement-of-disputes-through-dialogue-and-consultation-wang-yi/

18. Wang Yi calls for building China-PICs community with shared future

https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/05/29/wang-yi-calls-for-building-china-pics-community-with-shared-future/

19. China, Papua New Guinea pledge to enhance bilateral practical cooperation

https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/05/29/china-papua-new-guinea-pledge-to-enhance-bilateral-practical-cooperation/

20. Chinese Premier Li Qiang says China ready to join Kuwait for steady development of ties

https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/05/26/chinese-premier-li-qiang-says-china-ready-to-join-kuwait-for-steady-development-of-ties/

21. Chinese well-drilling technology turns Egypt’s deserts into farmland

https://english.news.cn/20250601/8894a13d4dc2497eb4c8bee094586bff/c.html

22. Xi’s article on building China into leading country in education to be published

https://english.news.cn/20250531/7ca676fac7b446919e277110162d0aea/c.html

23. Chinese vice premier calls for consolidation of poverty alleviation work

https://english.news.cn/20250530/40d49fd487ce401998facf45e235d1ae/c.html

24. China expands visa-free access to 5 Latin American countries

https://english.news.cn/20250601/8bf7facf61c544da9647436be3bd469e/c.html

25. China calls on Russia, Ukraine to maintain momentum of peace talks

https://english.news.cn/20250530/a0c7ba20f7db438eb7165a14bed99794/c.html

26. China Day shows fruitful cooperation at Cote d’Ivoire’s int’l agricultural fair

https://www.app.com.pk/global/china-day-shows-fruitful-cooperation-at-cote-divoires-intl-agricultural-fair/

27. China will not remain silent, if India stops Pakistan’s water: Chinese Analyst

https://www.radio.gov.pk/01-06-2025/china-will-not-allow-india-to-stop-pakistans-water-chinese-analyst

28. China launches first large-scale solar test base on barren land

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-05-31/China-launches-first-large-scale-solar-test-base-on-barren-land-1DPa6vzUIWQ/p.html

29. Chinese, international scientists urge greater collaboration for sustainable development

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-01/Scientists-urge-greater-collaboration-for-sustainable-development-1DQFzEFyyE8/p.html

30. Taiwan celebrates Dragon Boat Festival with various cultural activities

https://english.news.cn/20250601/74490c0aae4046d297a103ab953557fe/c.html

 

CENTRAL ASIA, SCO and ECO

1. Pakistan and Azerbaijan discuss preparations for upcoming ECO Summit

https://ptv.com.pk/ptvworld/newsdetail/6679

2. ‘Türkiye Axis’ in foreign policy: Ankara-Baku-Islamabad trio onstage https://www.dailysabah.com/opinion/op-ed/turkiye-axis-in-foreign-policy-ankara-baku-islamabad-trio-onstage
3. Pakistan-Turkmenistan ties growing stronger: Gilani

https://www.radio.gov.pk/30-05-2025/pakistan-turkmenistan-ties-growing-stronger-gilani

4. Pakistan’s ambassador-designate to Turkmenistan calls on Planning Minister https://www.app.com.pk/business/pakistans-ambassador-designate-to-turkmenistan-calls-on-planning-minister/
5. Chairman Senate embarks on visit to Ashgabat, Turkmenistan

https://www.brecorder.com/news/40365568

6. Mushahid meets Russia’s FM, lauds Moscow’s ‘positive neutrality’

https://dailytimes.com.pk/1309424/mushahid-meets-russias-fm-lauds-moscows-positive-neutrality/

7. Pakistan’s deputy PM discusses trans-Afghan railway with Uzbek foreign minister

https://www.arabnews.com/node/2602914/pakistan

8. Islamabad, Tashkent Discuss Strengthening Economic Cooperation with Kabul

https://tolonews.com/afghanistan-194499

9. DPM phones Uzbek FM, discuss bilateral ties

https://www.radio.gov.pk/25-05-2025/dpm-phones-uzbek-fm-discuss-bilateral-ties

10. Economic Watch: China, SCO countries expand cooperation in AI applications

https://english.news.cn/20250530/dee0c3167db84177b4cbc7d4ba59e4c2/c.html

11. China invites SCO member states to jointly build AI application center https://english.news.cn/20250530/73f5d0e6e9f4426985d57a1aade8ddc6/c.html
12. Astana hosts China-Central Asia talks on governance and cooperation

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-05-31/Astana-hosts-China-Central-Asia-talks-on-governance-and-cooperation-1DP89xTPteM/p.html

13. Adding New Momentum to China-Kazakhstan Friendship and High-Quality Belt and Road Cooperation

https://en.people.cn/n3/2025/0531/c90000-20322272.html

14. Officials from China, Central Asia discuss governance, cultural exchanges

https://www.bastillepost.com/global/article/4899852-officials-from-china-central-asia-discuss-governance-cultural-exchanges

15. Chinese delegation visits Tajikistan, attends int’l conference on glaciers’ preservation

https://english.news.cn/20250601/f505ffb63e504ad29f6a2b5757978786/c.html

16. China-Central Asia Ties: Officials and experts from both sides exchange views on public administration, humanitarian cooperation

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-01/VHJhbnNjcmlwdDg0NzE4/index.html

17. China wants to ensure Afghan gov’t participation in SCO meet

https://islamabadpost.com.pk/china-wants-to-ensure-afghan-govt-participation-in-sco-meet/

18. Media reps gather for SCO cooperation forum, week-long Xinjiang tour

https://www.dailysabah.com/world/asia-pacific/media-reps-gather-for-sco-cooperation-forum-week-long-xinjiang-tour

19. Kazakhstan Reaffirms Commitment to SCO Cooperation During Meeting with Secretary General

https://astanatimes.com/2025/05/kazakhstan-reaffirms-commitment-to-sco-cooperation-during-meeting-with-secretary-general/

20. SCO prioritizes consensus-building and mutual respect, demonstrating multilateralism can thrive: Deputy Secretary-General

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202505/1334945.shtml

 

EAST ASIA and ASEAN

1. China closer to lifting Japanese seafood ban after ‘substantial progress’ in talks

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312527/china-closer-lifting-japanese-seafood-ban-after-substantial-progress-talks?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

2. China pushes for a new ‘Asian alliance’ as it signs deals with Asean, Gulf states

https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3312111/china-pushes-new-asian-alliance-it-signs-deals-asean-gulf-states?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

3. China, Asean, Gulf states pledge economic, energy solidarity amid US tariff tensions

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3312117/china-asean-gulf-states-pledge-economic-energy-solidarity-amid-us-tariff-tensions?module=top_story&pgtype=subsection

4. ‘Not mere pawns’ in big power rivalry: Asean asserts agency at Shangri-La Dialogue

https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3312661/not-mere-pawns-big-power-rivalry-asean-asserts-agency-shangri-la-dialogue

5. China, ASEAN, GCC pledge to deepen cooperation

https://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2025/05/28/china-asean-gcc-pledge-to-deepen-cooperation/

6. ASEAN summit opens in Malaysia with key regional issues on agenda

https://www.nation.com.pk/26-May-2025/asean-summit-opens-in-malaysia-with-key-regional-issues-on-agenda

7. Defense spokesperson: U.S. exploits Shangri-La Dialogue to create dispute

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2025-06-01/Chinese-spokesman-U-S-exploits-Shangri-La-Dialogue-to-create-dispute-1DQYpCWrH5m/p.html

8. Japan’s tariff negotiation strategy likely to eye Ishiba-Trump deal on G7 fringe

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250602_01/

9. Prices in Japan for more than 1,900 food items to rise in June

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250530_B4/

10. Japanese exhibitors out in force at defense trade show

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/videos/20250527215700194/

11. Lee Jae-myung, Kim Moon-soo set to face off in Seoul on eve of Election Day

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/southkorea/20250602/korean-presidential-candidates-lee-jae-myung-kim-moon-soo-to-converge-on-seoul-on-eve-of-election-day

12. Unification rally in Seoul sparks hopes for peace

https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/lifestyle/20250602/unification-rally-in-seoul-sparks-hopes-for-peace

13. Several banks plan to list share on stock exchanges

https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1718765/several-banks-plan-to-list-share-on-stock-exchanges.html

14. Army ‘ready’ but Thailand seeks peaceful solution on Cambodian border

https://www.thephuketnews.com/army-ready-but-thailand-seeks-peaceful-solution-on-cambodian-border-96448.php

15. Myanmar’s military extends ceasefire until June 30

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20250601_05/

16. Laos calls for ‘Asia solidarity’ amid Trump tariffs

https://asia.nikkei.com/Spotlight/The-Future-of-Asia/The-Future-of-Asia-2025/Laos-calls-for-Asia-solidarity-amid-Trump-tariffs

17. Cambodia, Laos deepen securities cooperation

https://www.khmertimeskh.com/501693371/cambodia-laos-deepen-securities-cooperation/

18. Singapore to conduct first bio-methane bunkering trial with CMA CGM

https://www.tradewindsnews.com/sustainability/singapore-to-conduct-first-bio-methane-bunkering-trial-with-cma-cgm/2-1-1826985