US politics remains divided as elites-outsiders fight goes to convention
Who will eventually occupy the Oval Office may hinge on whether the rival party is more divided. But the fight between the elites and the outsiders offers no solution to the anger and frustration in US society.
Germany should intervene in EU protectionist biases against Chinese trade
Exaggerating China's steel overcapacity issue and trade frictions or differences will mar Sino-German and Sino-European relations.
Termination of rail project stinks of protectionism, hurts interests of US and China
It is obvious that XpressWest's double-dealing maneuver, which maintained talks and promised to spare no efforts to defend CRI's interests on the one hand, while suddenly called off cooperation on the other, has violated legal terms agreed on by both sides.
Abenomics on the ropes amid repeated delays of sales tax hike
As an excuse for the failure of his policy, Abe argued at a plenary session of the two-day summit of Group of Seven (G7) leaders last week that the global economy faces a looming “crisis” similar to that in 2008.
Hypocrisy abounds in Philippines' plea for South China Sea arbitration
But just because the Philippines is smaller and weaker than China does not necessarily make its claims valid.
Legal pursuit of truth needed in death of Chinese girl in Germany
One would hope that such media attention would accelerate the investigation and prosecution process. Nevertheless, truth from procedural justice is the best consolation for the victim's family.
Tough talk from US military only undermines peace in Asia-Pacific
The US needs to understand that such an approach will eventually jeopardize regional stability and hurt the interests of all countries involved. This approach might eventually lose support if the US goes on trying to muddy the waters of the South China Sea.
US' frequent military moves only escalate South China Sea tensions
Uncle Sam's play of political brinkmanship in the South China Sea should come to an end for the sake of peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as the hard-won mutual trust with China.
Diplomatic warning signals show growing Israeli-German tension
As Israel finds itself more isolated internationally and the peace process with the Palestinians is at a dead end, support may dwindle.
Sri Lanka set to benefit from Maritime Silk Road port investment
The strong bond shared between China and Sri Lanka will continue to benefit both nations.
Rivalry between dragon and elephant product of Western media hype
It is high time that those irresponsible Western media stopped starting fires and stoking flames and began to cover today's world, particularly those leading developing countries, without tinted glasses and a hidden agenda.
Tokyo's handling of Fukushima aftermath irresponsible and dangerous
Selective amnesia over a disaster out of political or any other purposes is even more terrifying than the disaster itself. Tokyo owes an explanation to the world.
Green candidate narrowly beats far-right in closely watched Austrian election
The new president will face the challenge of uniting a deeply divided country.
Humanitarian challenges push NGOs into devising new methods of aid
Due to an increase of conflicts in the past two decades and various natural disasters taking place in the period, the need for humanitarian funding is unprecedented, with UN-led appeals growing six-fold from $3.4 billion in 2003 to nearly $21 billion at present.
UN expects to halve internally displaced refugees by 2030, says relief chief
The UN would like to see world leaders commit to halving the number of internally displaced people by 2030, UN relief chief Stephen O'Brien said on Sunday ahead of a key summit.
Hangzhou G20 meet 'great opportunity' to advance economic agenda
What's more, global health management, particularly regarding Ebola, the Zika virus and avian flu, is an area where China can set agenda, he added.
Terror strikes Yemen hard as peace process continues to be stymied
Observers say the factions are ignoring the fact that terrorist groups have been taking advantage of political disagreements and conflict for more than a year.
US democracy seriously flawed as gridlocks and partisan battles destroy legislation
Obama said he would nominate a successor “in due time,” but Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell insisted the next administration should make the appointment.