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First LookTensions escalate as US rejects South China Sea claimsSecretary of State Mike Pompeo said the United States now regards nearly all Chinese maritime claims outside its internationally recognized waters to be illegitimate. The announcement comes聽as President Trump steps up criticism of China.
First LookUS-China tensions rise with new sanctions over minority abusesThree high-ranking Chinese officials have been barred from entering the U.S. for alleged human rights abuses of ethnic and religious minorities in China. Political pressure has grown amid heightened tensions between the countries over trade, the coronavirus, and Hong Kong.
Trump hosts Mexican president as populism meets pragmatismMexicans dislike Donald Trump, a poll shows, but they like what their president,聽Andr茅s Manuel L贸pez Obrador, can bring home from Washington.
First LookIt's official, US withdraws from World Health OrganizationPresident Donald Trump withdrew from the WHO after criticizing the organization鈥檚 response to the initial outbreak of the coronavirus in China. The withdrawal decision,聽which can come into effect as early as July 6, 2021,聽was widely denounced by health officials.
Lack of US consensus on Russia? Bounty report poses sharper question.Much of the furor over the alleged Russian bounty program, and lack of a US response, is focusing on lines of communication in the Trump White House.
North Korea and Trump: Is it back to square one, only worse?President Trump鈥檚 approach to North Korea temporarily lowered tensions. But has it materially changed the national security challenge facing the U.S.?
Why US diplomats are breaking silence on race, repression at homeWhat strengthens U.S. envoys abroad, many say, are American values and principles. Which is why they feel compelled to speak up now about race.
First LookWill visa restrictions last? Foreign workers, students hope not.The Trump administration may extend restrictions on temporary visas put in place during the pandemic.聽Critics worry the move will further disrupt the economy, while supporters claim admitting foreign workers will raise the competition for limited employment.聽
How China鈥檚 heavy steps in Hong Kong reverberate in TaiwanA resounding majority in Taiwan oppose a 鈥渙ne country, two systems鈥� formula for relations with China,聽脿 la Hong Kong. But how do they walk that path?
Punish China over Hong Kong? Why Trump may pull his punches.Even before Beijing鈥檚 clampdown on Hong Kong, China-bashing had become increasingly popular in the U.S. But the election year limits Trump鈥檚 options.
First LookChinese grad students in crosshairs of rising Sino-US tensionAs the coronavirus, Hong Kong, and trade disagreements strain relations with China, the Trump administration considers expelling Chinese grad students from the U.S. Educators worry about the blow to international enrollment and retaliation from Beijing.聽
What arrest for Rwanda genocide means for justice everywhereIn one aspect of the Rwanda genocide, was justice delayed for too long? Experts hope the arrest of a long-sought suspect could rekindle a lost fervor.
From pandemic to famine: Can world meet food crisis fast enough?Growing hunger in wealthy nations doesn鈥檛 compare to the famine expected in the developing world. This is not a Chicken Little moment, the U.N. warns.
US-China: Are Americans ready for a (costly) breakup?Among Americans, outrage has grown over China鈥檚 handling of the coronavirus pandemic. Is its status as trusted partner in prosperity in jeopardy?
Nuclear proliferation: How coronavirus crisis is opportunityNuclear proliferation is a global issue that鈥檚 been overshadowed by the coronavirus. Delaying the NPT conference may have bought much needed time.
First LookFrom threats to solidarity, virus reconciles US-Mexico leadersLess than a year after President Donald Trump threatened to put crippling tariffs on Mexican exports, the聽pandemic is helping bring聽 Mr. Trump and President Andr茅s Manuel L贸pez Obrador closer together. Their common ground? Reactivating the economy.聽
Beneath Trump-WHO spat, a US-China race for leadershipWas the WHO too soft on China, as Trump alleges? Withholding U.S. funding amid the coronavirus may only open the door to greater Chinese influence.
Containing coronavirus: Why US, China compete about that, tooWho has a better model for confronting the novel coronavirus, the US or China? Big power competition has not ended with a global pandemic.
First LookPompeo visits Afghanistan to jump start stalled peace dealThe peace process has come to a standstill in Afghanistan after two political rivals declared themselves president. Although the U.S. has vowed to not serve as a mediator in Afghan politics, Secretary Mike Pompeo was in Kabul on Monday.
Nigerian 海角大神 community faces peril, White House is toldNigerian 海角大神s and their allies are hoping the Trump administration鈥檚 interest in religious-freedom issues outweighs a waning interest in Africa.