'Beijing requested that ...': Maldives govt's statement after Chinese vessel's 'port call' stirs concerns
Tuesday, 23 January 2024 Maldives on Tuesday reacted to media reports about a Chinese research vessel heading towards Male, saying that Beijing had formally requested for a diplomatic clearance for its ship.The Maldivian foreign ministry said that the vessel is halting for "rotation of personnel and replenishment", adding that it received assurance from China that the vessel would refrain from conducting research in Maldivian waters.The statement comes amid regular concerns raised by India about the presence of Chinese ships in the Indian Ocean region.
Biden Announces $5 Billion , in New Infrastructure Projects.
President Biden visited Superior, Wisconsin, on Jan. 25, CBS News reports. .
While there, he revealed an investment of nearly $5 billion that will aid 37 infrastructure projects in at least 12 states. .
Some of the investments include...
Taiwan detected 37 Chinese military aircraft, including fighter jets and drones, near its airspace, with 35 crossing the median line of the Taiwan Strait. In response, Taiwan deployed aircraft, naval vessels, and shore-based missiles. The incident follows recent Chinese military drills and heightened defense patrols. China frames these maneuvers as defense measures, raising tensions as Beijing views Taiwan as a breakaway province, intensifying regional concerns over potential conflict.
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In a groundbreaking move, Beijing has successfully launched an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) into the Pacific Ocean for the first time since 1980. This "routine" test, which China claims is not directed at any specific country, marks a significant shift in its military capabilities and strategy. Analysts suggest the missile is likely a Dong Feng-41, capable of reaching up to 15,000 kilometers. The launch has raised concerns among neighboring nations, highlighting China's growing assertiveness on the global stage.
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Tuesday, 23 January 2024
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