China Warns of “Consequences” Over Delay to London Mega-Embassy as UK Accused of Bad Faith
China warns the UK over a delayed decision on a proposed London mega-embassy. Security, diplomacy and trade implications are now in focus.
Trump–Lee Summit Set for August 25: Security, Trade, and Geopolitics on the Table
U.S. President Donald Trump and South Korea’s Lee Jae Myung will meet on 25 August to negotiate defense spending, a $350 billion investment pledge, and security policy for the Indo-Pacific amid rising tensions with China and North Korea.
US Tariff Uncertainty Slows Asia’s Factory Output in July
Asia’s factory output slowed in July, with China, Japan, and South Korea reporting PMI contraction due to ongoing U.S. tariff pressure. India’s manufacturing boomed, but regional outlook remains uncertain.