OPINION

US' minilateral frameworks run counter to global tide

Today, the series of bilateral or minilateral security cooperation frameworks established by the US in the Asia-Pacific, including the US-Japan-Philippines cooperation, serve as main pillars for the US empire.

By Dai Fan | 2024/4/14 19:41:50

Japan's shortsightedness

'Relying on US to contain China' brings illusions and dangers to Japan

By Liu Rui | 2024/4/10 18:50:30

Bound to fail

DPP's "dollar diplomacy"

By Liu Rui | 2024/4/9 19:45:46

Three 'surprises' I got in the US while discussing the return of Chinese cultural artifacts

In early April, the 118th Annual Meeting of the American Society of International Law (ASIL), the largest and most prestigious academic conference in the global international law community, took place in Washington DC as scheduled. Given the US' prominent role in shaping the postwar international legal system, ASIL plays a crucial role in the theoretical research, rules development and reform of the international legal system.

By Huo Zhengxin | 2024/4/9 12:42:32

Yellen's visit to China shows who is asking a favor from whom

When US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen visited China, her attire, the restaurants she went to and the dishes she ordered all sparked discussion on Chinese social media. This demonstrates the importance Chinese society attaches to the US and their expectations for improvement in China-US relations.

By Hu Xijin | 2024/4/9 0:36:21

Mapping the future

Thailand pushes EU Schengen-style visa for mainland Southeast Asia

By Global Times | 2024/4/8 20:21:52

Decoupling from China not a feasible option for US

From the Chinese perspective, we want to deal with the US on equal terms and prevent the deterioration of relations between China and the US. If we lose stability, peace, mutual respect and mutual benefit in China-US relations, I can't foresee a world with peace, prosperity and development.

By Victor Gao | 2024/4/8 18:26:52

US-led NATO brings disastrous 'wars of choice'

When the US intervenes in internal politics, or dozens of "covert regime change operations" around the world, this violates international law, creates disorder and provokes wars, all of which are harmful to the common good worldwide.

By Global Times | 2024/4/8 17:13:21

Money overflow

The overflowing money in the US presidential election

By Liu Rui | 2024/4/7 19:33:52

NATO shows real signs of impending demise

April 4, 2024, marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of NATO. As a product of the Cold War, NATO should have been disbanded, but over the years, it has served as a war machine and facilitated US hegemony.

By Global Times | 2024/4/7 18:37:16

Can Biden take the opportunity to promote youth exchanges with China?

Slam dunks are a big part for basketball matches. A player might be remembered for scoring a slam dunk, but a player will definitely be remembered for missing one. US President Joe Biden has his own slam-dunk opportunity available to him in 2024, but will he take it?

By Anthony Moretti | 2024/4/7 17:17:31

China's assistance to Cuba a part of global opposition to hegemony

On April 3, local time, the first batch of emergency food aid from the Chinese government arrived at José Martí International Airport in Havana. Luo Zhaohui, the director of the China International Development Cooperation Agency

By Global Times | 2024/4/6 21:55:42

Aiding war

The US is aiding the war in Gaza.

By Liu Rui | 2024/4/6 21:48:56

'The rule of law says that the islands are Chinese'

The recent tensions between China and the Philippines have been flared up by the Philippines to make illegal claims over South China Sea islands and maritime rights. Nonetheless, a book written by Anthony Carty

By Global Times | 2024/4/6 17:42:35

Campbell bares AUKUS' destabilizing nature

It seems that on Wednesday, US President Joe Biden's No.2 diplomat came up with a new pretext to peddle the questionable AUKUS, the trilateral security pact between the US, UK and Australia, to more countries. On that day, US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell told Washington-based think tank Center for a New American Security that AUKUS' submarine capabilities "have enormous implications in a variety of scenarios, including in cross-strait circumstances" - "a rare linkage between Taiwan and AUKUS," according to the Reuters.

By Xia Wenxin | 2024/4/5 21:26:18

Why the US has once again requested a phone call between Chinese and US heads of state

There are many people who hold a pessimistic view toward ties between China and the US, with countless analyses focusing on conflicts and confrontations between the two. Therefore, in recent years, the most positive development in China-US relations can be attributed to the meetings and phone calls between the leaders of both countries. The communication between the heads of state has played a crucial role in maintaining stability and fostering confidence in the China-US relationship.

By Hu Xijin | 2024/4/3 21:52:13

NATO expands across the globe, setting its sights on becoming a military empire

The 75-year-old NATO's purpose changed from a straightforward security alliance into one which is intent on projecting its own worldview far beyond its borders, a political objective, not a military one. It is also extending its geographical reach just as far as it feels like. The Euro-Atlantic grouping has morphed into global NATO, with ambitions to become imperial NATO.

By Mark Blacklock | 2024/4/3 10:21:55

ASEAN dignitaries' intensive visits to China highlight undertones of regional stability: Global Times editorial

Hopefully, more countries in the region will join the family of maintaining peace and stability and together promote greater achievements in China-ASEAN relations. We also sincerely look forward to continuing joining hands with ASEAN countries, taking the opportunity of the 70th anniversary of the Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence this year to vigorously carry forward the Bandung Spirit that calls for solidarity, friendship and cooperation, to eliminate external interference, enhance solidarity and cooperation, safeguard peace and tranquility and provide more positive energy and stability to the region and the world.

By Global Times | 2024/4/3 0:34:40

Seeing through deception

The US is isolating itself from Southeast Asia due to its lack of reliability.

By Chen Xia | 2024/4/2 22:51:52

US-led NATO is military, nuclear fist of expansionist strategy

US-NATO exploits similar, or the same means and methods: spreading fear, insecurity and disorientation, demonstrating power through a series of massive "defenders" exercises, offering protection of scarred ones, use of separatism, terrorism and human rights.

By Global Times | 2024/4/2 17:55:54

Closure of RFA in Hong Kong shows final chapter of failed US 'effort'

The closure of RFA is not due to a lack of press freedom in Hong Kong, but rather because it has found no surviving soil under the Article 23 legislation, which is aimed at protecting Hong Kong from the influence and interference of foreign political bodies.

By Global Times | 2024/4/1 21:50:01

Polarization in the US fuels 'prepper' movement

Growing political polarization within the US is increasingly serving as a potent catalyst propelling the burgeoning "prepper" movement forward, reflecting a broader societal disquietude regarding the nation's political and economic trajectory.

By Bradley Blankenship | 2024/4/1 20:07:31

Behind the scenes

Guess who's directing this drama behind the scenes?

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/31 20:17:03

Promoting integration of China-ASEAN blue economy to advance regional cooperation

In the face of the blue economy era that sees greater emphasis and dependence on maritime cooperation, pragmatically advancing the integration of the China-ASEAN blue economy not only helps unleash the potential of blue economy cooperation, but also injects new vitality into regional economic integration.

By Chi Fulin | 2024/3/31 20:09:34

Scholars advocate for enhancing China-ASEAN blue economy integration at Hainan forum

Participants called for the enhancement of China-ASEAN blue economy integration on Saturday at a forum in Haikou, a city in Hainan, South China. Accelerating the formation of China-ASEAN blue economy-themed free trade networks and large integrated markets has become a major task in their comprehensive strategic cooperation, said Chi Fulin, president of China Institute for Reform and Development (CIRD).

By Su Yaxuan and Cao Siqi | 2024/3/30 21:08:21

Manage disputes in S.China Sea through dialogue, cooperation: observers at Boao

The overall situation in the South China Sea is still manageable; however, the current Philippine government's limited political desire to meet China halfway over the South China Sea disputes pose a big challenge to regional peace and stability, says scholars at Boao Forum for Asia.

By Global Times | 2024/3/30 12:03:56

'China and US are inseparable, conjoined Siamese twins:' Graham Allison

Occasionally, human beings are born as inseparable, conjoined Siamese twins. There are two heads, but they have the same nervous or gastrointestinal system. If either of them were to strangle the other, they commit suicide - this is how US scholar Graham Allison describes China-US relations in an exclusive interview with Global Times.

By Global Times | 2024/3/30 11:15:52

Making trouble in South China Sea wrong move for India

India hopes that the Philippines will engage in a long-term entanglement with China in the South China Sea, depleting China's strategic resources, tarnishing China's image in the international community, and diverting China's attention in India-related issues. This delusion will not succeed.

By Zhou Shixin | 2024/3/29 16:13:21

Barbaric treatment

The UK High Court announced on March 26 that it has adjourned its final decision on the appeal of WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange against his extradition to the US. The world is watching what will happen to Assange's human rights conditions.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/28 22:40:29

Lose-lose competition undesired for China-US relationship

Sitting 8,000 miles away and looking at China through the computer screen isn't a way to learn about China, and it's not a way for the Chinese to sit somewhere here in China to look at the US.

By Global Times | 2024/3/28 20:50:05

Manila's plot on Ren'ai Jiao doomed to fail

In the eyes of the US, the Philippines is a chess piece in the geostrategic game of containing China. We advise the Philippines to think twice before acting, read more about world history and the history of its country being colonized by the US, otherwise it will see those "chess pieces" eventually become abandoned by the US.

By Bian Haitao | 2024/3/28 18:58:30

China, US meeting halfway creates opportunities for both: Global Times editorial

The interactions and exchanges between people from all walks of life in both countries may seem simple, but they are very practical. It is dedicated to achieving a mutually beneficial and win-win situation on the basis of broader and deeper exchanges and cooperation in various fields. It also provides the possibility for maintaining basic stability in China-US relations amid the ever-changing international situation.

By Global Times | 2024/3/28 0:50:35

The facts and truth about Ren'ai Jiao

Who is actually creating disturbances and altering the status quo? Who is violating international law and undermining peace and stability in the South China Sea? Let us expose the false information spread by the Philippines and present the truth to the international community.

By Zong Haiping | 2024/3/28 0:44:32

Finding a scapegoat

Britain media accused China, Russia and Iran of working to destabilize the UK by using social media to troll the wife of the heir to the British throne.

By Vitaly Podvitski | 2024/3/27 22:14:53

Xizang is a microcosm of China's achievements

There has been vast change since 1959 in Xizang. This change is in a positive direction. Xizang and Tibetan people all over China are better off than ever. This will continue. The Dalai Lama is playing a useless, outrageous, and silly game trying to undermine China. He and his followers are failing and will continue to fail. Certainly, they deserve to fail.

By Global Times | 2024/3/27 20:49:47

Specter of Dr Fu Manchu still influences UK's modern Sinophobia

As we explore the complexities of modern-day Sinophobia in the UK, it is essential to recognize that the specter of Dr. Fu Manchu, a fictional character, and the historical prejudices he represents still influence contemporary attitudes toward China and its people.

By Ding Gang | 2024/3/27 19:47:23

The UN Security Council's formal resolution must not be disregarded by any party: Global Times editorial

The efforts of the international community cannot be undermined, and the US should not repeatedly abstain from voting. It has the capability and, more importantly, the obligation to steer the parties involved back toward the direction aligned with the international community. The primary gain for the international community from the passage of this resolution lies in confidence, as justice will ultimately prevail.

By Global Times | 2024/3/27 0:18:00

Double-dealing

The UK and the US falsely accuse China of carrying out cyberattacks despite their own long history of misconduct in terms of cybersecurity.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/26 23:02:32

Safeguarding National Security Ordinance enhances Hong Kong's status as intl financial hub

Every sovereign state has the right to enact laws on safeguarding national security. China is no different from any other state. Any allegation that the #Article23 legislation violates the Basic Law of Hong Kong or the principle of "one country, two systems" is unwarranted and without foundation and is blatant slander against China.

By Maggie Chan Man Ki | 2024/3/26 22:46:46

British media feed readers propaganda

It is convenient for politicians to boost their credibility by pointing to alleged outside threats such as China as a useful distraction. There is a pattern of negative media reporting about China which affects public perceptions and shapes the UK's foreign policy positions.

By Mark Blacklock | 2024/3/26 22:40:47

Why West fails to understand China's economic model

The entire world - including the West - is likely to be highly dependent on Chinese EV's, solar panels, and wind turbines in the fight against global warming. Rather than acting in a small-minded and narrowly self-interested way, the West should be grateful and magnanimous toward China for doing what they have singularly failed to do.

By Martin Jacques | 2024/3/26 20:03:48

Manila 'inviting wolf into the house' will backfire

The build-up of military power in the South China Sea will not only bring discomfort to ASEAN countries, but may also exacerbate the resurgence of the cold war mentality, triggering a bloc confrontation in this region.

By Ding Duo | 2024/3/26 19:15:46

Hindering exchanges

Incidents of Chinese students being interrogated in "small black rooms" at the US airports are still ongoing. The frequent occurrence of such incidents will hinder the normal cooperation, and impede the healthy and sustainable development of China-US relations.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/25 22:44:46

US a hypocritical 'human rights champion' as its actions and words don't match

The US cannot be a champion of human rights unless it is steadfast in saying and doing what is right all the time. This is the same country that is quick to condemn its rivals for presumed human rights infractions, but rarely asks, if at all, if its own moral compass is pointed in the right direction.

By Anthony Moretti | 2024/3/25 21:26:12

US-Japan alliance upgrade undermines regional peace, exposes asymmetry in relations

The US-Japan alliance is evolving into an axis of evil that will pose more direct uncertainty and instability to the region. The US and Japan strengthen their security alliance to deter China and plan for a potential crisis in Taiwan island as they say, but if a crisis truly occurs, the essence of the alliance will be fully exposed.

By Global Times | 2024/3/25 20:49:49

Moscow attack shouldn't be used to split mankind

This is the time for mankind to be united in condemning such terrible acts. We should not try to use this terrorist attack to split mankind into opposing camps. We do hope those behind this terrorist attack, directly or indirectly, will be brought to justice as quickly as possible, and their commitment to kill innocent people will be fully exposed.

By Victor Gao | 2024/3/25 17:23:55

Quality education supports Xizang's devt

Under the leadership of the CPC, various undertakings in Xizang have led to earth-shaking changes, and people in Xizang have enjoyed their fundamental rights in all spheres. In particular, the development of education in Xizang has made important contributions to the development of China's education course.

By Liang Junyan | 2024/3/24 19:42:42

The US will likely increase military presence in S.China Sea during upcoming elections: analysts

The politicization of US military operations is further strengthened, and the joint operations of allies are significantly enhanced, according to the latest report on US military activities in the South China Sea (SCS) released by the Beijing-based think tank South China Sea Strategic Situation Probing Initiative (SCSPI) on Friday. The analysis suggests that there might be a proxy in the region, but it is unlikely that a proxy war will occur.

By Global Times | 2024/3/23 2:38:38

Arrogant Japan must apologize for its colonial behaviors toward S.Korea

From the perspective of South Korea, making unilateral concessions will only make Japan act in a more arrogant fashion. Even though the two countries have to cooperate where cooperation is needed, Seoul must not waver in its principles on historical and territorial disputes.

By Da Zhigang | 2024/3/22 21:45:33

Inducing confrontation

The US attempts to hypnotize India into confrontation with China.

By Carlos Latuff | 2024/3/22 14:06:15

China, Australia should cherish good partnership, resolve differences through dialogue

China and Australia should be good economic partners rather than political rivals, as the two countries enjoy all-round and multi-field relations, and their common interests far outweigh their differences. For the sake of peace, stability and prosperity in the vast Asia-Pacific region, the two countries ought to get on good terms.

By Wen Sheng | 2024/3/22 0:26:21

Washington has brewed a toxic drink for New Delhi: Global Times editorial

China has repeatedly emphasized that the improvement and development of China-India relations are in the common interests of both countries and their peoples, and also contribute to peace, stability, and development in the world and the region. Both sides should consider the overall situation of bilateral relations, properly handle the border issue, and jointly maintain peace and tranquility in the border areas. At a time when the US is offering this toxic drink, New Delhi should consider China's words.

By Global Times | 2024/3/21 23:29:44

Aquilino should get out of the Indo-Pacific

As the military leader of the US in the Indo-Pacific region, Aquilino's interpretations align with domestic extremism in the US, suggesting that he harbors extremist evil intentions inherently. Having such a person lead the US Indo-Pacific Command poses a potential threat to the countries in this region. He should be rolled out from here.

By Hu Xijin | 2024/3/21 22:56:27

Boundless hypocrisy

US' space demilitarization is an empty phrase."

By Vitaly Podvitski | 2024/3/21 22:07:18

Can possible expansion save the struggling and faltering AUKUS?

In order to maintain its hegemony in the Asia-Pacific region, the US is urgently pushing for the expansion of pillar two of AUKUS. However, whether it is Canada or Japan, they will ultimately only become sacrifices for the US to expand its military presence in the region and defend its own hegemony.

By Global Times | 2024/3/21 21:58:22

The Arab world has already left unipolarity and hegemony behind

The Arab world is already in the post-US and post-West era. The US will never again have the hegemonic position it once enjoyed in the region during the 1991-2013 period. Similarly, the European powers will never again have the dominant role they once had in the region during the 1914-1945 period. The two periods represent a fleeting moment and an aberration in the long Arab history.

By Ebrahim Hashem | 2024/3/21 20:24:02

Cognitive warfare on Hong Kong continues to fail

The legislation of Article 23 of the Basic Law of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) has been completed. Prior to and following this procedure, anti-China forces in the US and the West have repeatedly manipulated public opinion, denigrating Article 23 legislation and continuously disparaging Hong Kong.

By Stanley Ng Chau-pei | 2024/3/21 20:19:50

US crackdown on China desperate, delusional

The US model is based on imperialism abroad and a parasitic form of capitalism at home. If their ego prevents them from learning the China model, Americans should go back to their roots and study the writings of founders like Alexander Hamilton and the classical economics of the 19th century. At the current trajectory, the US is on a path to implosion and a disastrous collision with the reality of a multipolar world.

By S.L. Kanthan | 2024/3/21 19:30:04

Exploitation is at the heart of American capitalist competition

Washington's strategy toward China increasingly employs security and human rights as pretexts to dominate or exclude Chinese firms from the global market, including the US market. This strategy is becoming a clear manifestation of the capitalist mentality of "winner takes all," which exacerbates the inherent flaws of American Capitalism.

By Ding Gang | 2024/3/20 20:50:35

SpaceX has made progress, so has China's aerospace industry

SpaceX's Starship rocket launched its third test flight last week and "accomplished several major milestones and firsts," according to the US company. This latest progress of Starship, the "star" of the global rocket launch market, has gained international attention and sparked heated online discussions in China, with some arguing that "the gap between China's spaceflight and that of the US has further widened" and "the absence of a SpaceX equivalent in China is the result of systematic problems in the country's spaceflight industry."

By Shi Hao | 2024/3/20 20:41:29

Be wary of India playing 'border issue card' during election season

India has once again made dangerous and self-deceptive statements regarding the China-India border dispute. India's Foreign Ministry stated on Tuesday that China was making "absurd claims" over the so-called Arunachal Pradesh (China's Zangnan area), saying that the so-called Arunachal Pradesh will always be an "integral and inalienable part of India."

By Global Times | 2024/3/20 20:34:35

Grand delusions

Following the US' hype about "national security risks", Canada targetsChinese cargo cranes.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/20 19:45:14

Why China should not be perceived as 'military threat'

Western sources seem hell-bent on constantly pushing the "China threat." Whether it comes from the mouths of politicians, the security establishment or mainstream media, the invective directed at China seems unrelenting, like background noise.

By John Queripel | 2024/3/20 19:24:17

Russia's high voter turnout: What does it indicate?

According to the Russian Central Election Commission (CEC), Vladimir Putin secured a landslide victory in the country's presidential election with over 87 percent of the vote after all ballots were counted on Monday, marking his reelection with a record number of votes. Before the Russian presidential election, no one doubted that Putin would win.

By Cui Heng | 2024/3/20 19:16:47

With Article 23 legislation passing, Hong Kong's prosperity will surely continue and flourish

With strong support from the country, the natural laws of economics, and the collective efforts of Hong Kong society, the prosperity of this city will surely continue and flourish. Hong Kong has a huge space to maintain its own characteristics, and as a hub connecting the East and the West, it cannot be replaced by any other place, nor can it be changed by some forces in the US and the UK.

By Hu Xijin | 2024/3/19 22:00:57

More efforts from society needed to prevent juvenile delinquency

Recently, the tragic murder of a 13-year-old boy surnamed Wang in Handan, North China's Hebei Province, has sparked public concern about juvenile crime and triggered reflection on what the Chinese society can do to prevent juvenile delinquency.

By Global Times | 2024/3/19 21:51:04

Under US' influence

The US incites the Philippines to stir up the South China Sea.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/19 21:06:16

Japanese media report misleading, Fukushima's nuclear-contaminated wastewater harmful

Recently, a Japanese media outlet reported that the tritium content in the liquid effluent discharged by Chinese nuclear power plants far exceeds the annual emission limit of tritium in nuclear-contaminated wastewater from Fukushima. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs pointed out on March 12 that the nuclear-contaminated water produced in the Fukushima accident is in nature different from the liquid effluent from normally functioning nuclear power plants, and they could not be put in the same category.

By Kong Jun | 2024/3/19 20:58:55

Australia should view China through its own lens

It is very encouraging to see that Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will visit Australia this week. With the Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Foreign Minister Penny Wong's visit to China in November, this indicates that China-Australia relations are getting back on track fast.

By Victor Gao | 2024/3/19 18:58:01

US chronic boasting about democracy falls flat

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken led an American delegation to attend the third Summit for Democracy in Seoul on March 18. According to the US State Department, the summit is essential because it "has brought together hundreds of leaders from governments, civil society, and the private sector committed to strengthening democratic governance, protecting human rights, and advancing the fight against corruption."

By Anthony Moretti | 2024/3/19 18:01:14

Final judgment can be made with 3rd 'Summit for Democracy' underway: Global Times editorial

The reason why the "Summit for Democracy" has become a "chicken rib" in the US is fundamentally because the US has a wrong initial intention, using democracy as a tool. If it is seen as a tool, it has a limited lifespan, while democracy has no "expiration date." Human history has no so-called "end,' and the "end of history theory" has been overturned by history. The process of exploring the development path suitable for each country is still ongoing. In this regard, the US is also not an "exception."

By Global Times | 2024/3/18 23:39:07

Democracy farce

Summit for Democracy exists in name only, with little interest or attention.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/18 21:39:38

No one is interested in the Summit for Democracy

The third Summit for Democracy takes place from March 18 to 20 in Seoul, South Korea. Two years ago, the first summit organized by the Biden administration caused great controversy.

By Xiang Haoyu | 2024/3/18 21:21:51

US interference over values renders ties with India estranged

In a sharp rebuke of the US' criticism of India's newly implemented Citizenship Amendment Act, which excludes Muslim migrants, Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized the US' understanding of India's history, according to Indian media outlets.

By Global Times | 2024/3/18 21:05:57

Boeing an epitome of US hegemony, with nuts and bolts falling all over the ground

Boeing, a leading global aerospace manufacturer, has recently been involved in a number of accidents, which are raising eyebrows around the world. Three months into 2024, various types of the company's planes have seen problems. These problems include a door panel blowing off, an engine fire, a tire falling off and a plane rolling off the runway.

By Shen Yi | 2024/3/18 18:39:35

China and Australia talking more diplomatically a good sign

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi kicked off his visit to New Zealand and Australia on Sunday. In Australia, he will hold the seventh China-Australia Foreign and Strategic Dialogue with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong.

By Global Times | 2024/3/18 18:31:35

Putin wins record victory, leaves the West frustrated

Russian President Vladimir Putin won the latest election, which means he will remain in power until at least 2030. Many Western media outlets claimed that this is a "nightmare" for the West.

By Hu Xijin | 2024/3/18 17:59:07

FM's visit catalyst for progress in China-Aussie ties

The Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is visiting New Zealand and Australia from March 17 to 21. It is the first time since 2017 for the top diplomat of China to make an official trip to Down Under.

By Chen Hong | 2024/3/17 17:53:33

Missile milestone for US allies, but security dilemma for Asia

According to a news report on Breaking Defense, the two US allies of Japan and the Philippines are nearing important milestones in their plans to invest in new missiles that will extend the reach of their militaries in the Western Pacific. The first set of BrahMos missile systems the Philippines bought from India is expected to reach the Philippines by the end of March. Around the same time, 30 personnel from Japan's Maritime Self-Defense Force are expected to receive guidance from the US Navy to operate Tomahawk missiles the Japanese government plans to purchase from the US.

By Wang Wenwen | 2024/3/16 21:35:12

The more thoroughly exposed the CIA's true face, the better: Global Times editorial

For China and the world, the more fully, clearly, and thoroughly the CIA exposes itself, the deeper people will understand its true nature, and the stronger their ability to discern the truth will become. Keeping the CIA busy to no end or failing in their attempts is the best preventive effect.

By Global Times | 2024/3/15 23:53:02

Hidden agenda

US Firms Set to Invest $1 Billion in Philippines. The Biden administration is hoping to elevate economic relations with Manila to keep step with the recent enhancement of security ties.

By Chen Xia | 2024/3/14 21:11:49

Unpacking GCI: China's strategic vision comes of age

All of us have to learn from each other and assist each other in the uneasy process of maturing as a civilization. The GCI provides valuable guidance on how this process of mutual learning and mutual assistance should develop further

By Andrey Kortunov | 2024/3/14 17:17:46

Boeing's 'big trouble' is a mirror of American manufacturing industry: Global Times editorial

China has repeatedly told the US that both countries should focus on handling their own affairs rather than shifting blame onto others. This is good and truthful advice, but unfortunately, the US seems unwilling to heed it. However, in the reflections surrounding Boeing, the American public opinion has largely stopped emphasizing the need for "shifting its domestic problems overseas in an attempt to find a cure," indicating that reality is the best teacher.

By Global Times | 2024/3/13 23:56:48

Crashing down

Boeing has billions in government contracts, supplies jets for world's wars and has iron grip on global travel - but with mounting safety concerns and a whistleblower 'suicide', is the Goliath company 'too big to fail'?

By Chen Xia | 2024/3/13 22:53:47

Japan attempts to bring Pacific islands into a 'Indo-Pacific quagmire'

Japan and the US do not consider the real needs of Pacific island countries. The "free and open" mentioned by the US and Japan means that if you support the US and Japan, your country will be free, allowing the US and Japan to enter your country, so you need to be open.

By Global Times | 2024/3/13 22:50:43

Hypocrisy in action

Supplying arms to Israel while providing aid to Gaza—US humanitarian efforts in Gaza are hypocrisy in action.

By Vitaly Podvitski | 2024/3/13 19:36:05

Conflicts the US has involved itself in don't promote peace

It's very clear that standing beside Israel has become less and less of a popular position among the American people. This conflict in its brutality and the level of death and chaos that has occurred has shown that this is not an ally the American people want to side with.

By Global Times | 2024/3/13 15:54:20

China-Iran-Russia joint drills not a threat, but a security belt: Global Times editorial

The security of the waters in the Gulf of Oman is crucial to the interests of all countries and requires collective efforts to maintain. The Chinese forces participating in this exercise are from the PLA's 45th escort task force in the Gulf of Aden. China actively engages in international security cooperation and makes contributions, which demonstrates our responsible image as a major nation.

By Global Times | 2024/3/13 0:26:12

US risks leading UN to path of 'brain dead'

The world will not be a safer place without the UN as a prominent actor. One can hope the American officials stop creating obstacles, so that the UN is able to carry out its honorable mission.

By Anthony Moretti | 2024/3/12 20:34:07

Misplaced priorities

The US State Department is applying for a $40 billion budget to "compete with China" and to "change the game rules" in international infrastructure.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/12 20:24:08

China a key player in global climate change governance with green and low-carbon efforts

The expression "green and low-carbon development" has been mentioned frequently at China's two sessions this year. Looking ahead, China will continue to strengthen the construction of ecological civilization, participate in global climate and environmental governance, and work with all countries for a clean and beautiful world for future generations.

By Yang Xiaorong | 2024/3/12 17:29:44

Preying on the world

The world can no longer allow whoever has the biggest fist to have the final say, nor can we allow some countries to be at the table while others are on the menu.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/11 18:32:41

'Xinjiang card' an opportunistic, exaggerated political campaign against China

The Xinjiang card some Western forces have been playing has never really been about human rights but an opportunistic, exaggerated and political campaign that comes and goes as a weapon to attack China on the issue of supply chains, justify decoupling and even product bans which are in fact motivated by protectionism.

By James Smith | 2024/3/11 16:32:27

China's goal of 5 percent growth in 2024 is entirely realistic

The reason why some Western media outlets were keen to declare China's target growth rate as unrealistically high is because achieving it will destroy the remnants of their claims of "peak China" - the idea that China's economy has ceased to far outgrow economies in the West.

By John Ross | 2024/3/11 15:10:34

Can Washington be trusted in seeking 'competition with China, not conflict'?

US President Joe Biden repeated the old refrain that the US wants "competition with China, not conflict" in his last State of the Union address of his tenure on Thursday. The lawmakers who applauded, and people worldwide concerned about US-China relations, knew that he was lying.

By Global Times | 2024/3/10 20:40:16

Overlooking principles

Openly robbing TikTok? American politicians have completely tarnished the face of the market economy.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/10 19:04:33

West's political maneuvering over Xinjiang issue will face more contempt

The so-called human rights that exclude survival and development can only be describes as an empty slogan. We do not interfere with others' understanding of human rights. The US and the West should learn to respect China's interpretation of human rights.

By Wang Yan and Zhang Yuanshi | 2024/3/10 18:57:04

China's two sessions clear reflection of system designed to achieve consultation, cooperation and consensus

China's annual two sessions have begun this week. This critical series of meetings in spring is vital to defining China's approach to economic, political and foreign policy issues for the whole year. It also offers observers a window into the latest ideas and practices of China's development in various aspects, including the whole-process people's democracy, high-quality development, Chinese modernization and the wisdom the country provides to global governance.

By Global Times | 2024/3/9 19:15:01

China's diplomatic character more prominent against turbulent world: Global Times editorial

Under the main tone of seeking progress while maintaining stability, major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics is about to enter a new phase in which China can play a great role. During this process, the major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics will undoubtedly keep pace with the times, adhere to principles while innovating, focusing not only on providing a better external environment to facilitate Chinese modernization, but also on maintaining strategic stability and general peace worldwide.

By Global Times | 2024/3/8 0:47:07

Double-dealing

While the US claims that it does not seek to suppress China, it is preparing various suppression tools.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/7 19:55:29

Three fallacies of US statement on South China Sea

The US State Department issued a statement on Tuesday regarding the situation in the South China Sea, discrediting China's policies and exaggerating maritime tensions by claiming that it "stands with our ally the Philippines."

By Ding Duo | 2024/3/7 16:48:09

Japan in no position to point fingers at China's military expenditure: Global Times editorial

China's image as a peaceful and restrained major country is deeply rooted in the world. Only those with ulterior motives, who want to suppress China's normal military development and disrupt China's military modernization development in the name of deterrence, will make an issue of and point an accusing finger at China's reasonable increase in military spending.

By Global Times | 2024/3/7 0:11:02

Fatal boat incident puts DPP authorities at risk if it is not handled properly

On Tuesday, family members of the victims involved in the February 14 fatal boat incident returned to the Chinese mainland from the Taiwan island feeling disappointed. Despite 15 rounds of consultations, no one from the DPP authorities was willing to take responsibility, or offer an apology to the families of the deceased crew members.

By Global Times | 2024/3/6 21:54:10

Blatant lies

The Philippines accused Chinese fishing vessels of using cyanide to destroy the sea recently.

By Liu Rui | 2024/3/6 21:05:54

Why public trust in politicians hits spectacular low in the UK

Nobody who has watched British civic life in recent years will have been in the least bit surprised that a recent study by the country's Office for National Statistics (ONS) has found only 12 percent of the public trust their politicians, a spectacular low.

By Mark Blacklock | 2024/3/6 20:32:44