August 3, 2025

China

Technology World

China Calls for Global AI Governance Framework, Offers to Share Technological Advances

Beijing, July 26, 2025 — The Chinese government has proposed the establishment of a global artificial intelligence (AI) governance body aimed at promoting responsible development and ethical use of AI technologies across international borders. Speaking at a high-level multilateral technology summit held in Beijing, Chinese officials emphasized the urgency of forming a unified global framework

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General

Nigeria Signs $20bn Partnership Deal With China to Strengthen Manufacturing, Energy and Key Sectors

Nigeria has secured over $20 billion in investment commitments from China aimed at revitalizing key sectors including manufacturing, energy, infrastructure, and technology. The landmark deal was finalized during high-level bilateral discussions held in Beijing, signaling renewed cooperation between the two economic giants. According to senior officials present at the meeting, the agreements include direct investments,

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Basketball Sport

Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress Finish 12th at U-19 World Cup After Loss to China

Nigeria’s Junior D’Tigress ended their debut campaign at the 2025 FIBA U-19 Women’s Basketball World Cup in 12th place after a heavy 96-71 defeat to China in their final classification game on Sunday in Brno, Czechia.   The Nigerian side, which had earlier stunned China with a 93-88 victory in the group stage, could not

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Diplomatic Relations General

China, Nigeria Deepen Defence Ties to Boost Regional and Global Security

Nigeria and China have reaffirmed their strategic resolve to strengthen military cooperation and advance their bilateral partnership amid rising global and regional security threats. The renewed commitment was made during a high-level defence dialogue held on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, in Abuja, where top officials from both countries met to review ongoing collaborations and chart

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World

Trump Declares U.S. Will Engage China in ‘Friendly Competition,’ Asserts America Still Leading Ahead

In a recent statement that has caught the attention of international observers, former U.S. President Donald Trump remarked that the United States is prepared to engage with China in what he described as a “very friendly fashion,” while asserting that America remains “way ahead” in the ongoing competition with the Asian giant. Speaking in a

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Basketball Sport

Junior D’Tigress Shock China with Historic Win at FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup

Nigeria’s junior D’Tigress delivered a stunning upset on Saturday as they defeated Asian basketball giants China 93 to 88 in their opening Group B fixture at the 2025 FIBA U19 Women’s World Cup in Brno, Czechia. Making their debut at the prestigious global tournament, the young Nigerian team, coached by Juliana Akhere, showed incredible resilience

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World

Growing Concerns in U.S. Over Chinese Ownership of Farmland Sparks Calls for Action

A wave of concern is sweeping across the United States as lawmakers and citizens raise alarms over the increasing amount of American farmland reportedly owned by Chinese nationals. The sentiment, which has been gaining momentum in recent months, is now resonating across political lines, with many arguing that it’s time for the U.S. to reclaim

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General World

China Strongly Condemns Israeli Military Strikes on Yemeni Territory

The government of the People’s Republic of China has openly condemned recent Israeli airstrikes on parts of Yemen, describing the attacks as a violation of international norms and a threat to regional peace and stability. In a statement released through its Foreign Ministry, Beijing expressed deep concern over the escalation of hostilities, warning that such

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General World

Tehran in Advanced Talks with China for Acquisition of Over 40 Chengdu J-10C Fighter Jets

Fresh intelligence emerging from diplomatic and defense sources indicates that the Islamic Republic of Iran is in the final stages of negotiating a significant military procurement deal with the People’s Republic of China. At the heart of this high-level engagement is Tehran’s strategic interest in acquiring more than 40 units of the Chengdu J-10C, a

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Diplomatic Relations World

Trump Declares U.S. Has Inked “Trade-Related” Agreement with China as He Pushes Congress for Spending Bill

President Donald Trump, speaking on Thursday during a White House event to rally support for a new federal spending bill, disclosed that the United States signed a “trade-related” deal with China the previous day, Wednesday. Although Mr Trump refrained from offering any further specifics on the agreement, he emphasised its importance as part of his broader

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