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August 14, 2025
International
World

‘100% I’ll get him out’: Trump vows to free jailed Hong Kong tycoon Jimmy Lai; Beijing warns against foreign interference

Jimmy Lai (Image: X/@hkdc_us) Days before winning second presidential elections, Donald Trump vowed to secure the release of 77-year-old jailed Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai. Lai is the outspoken founder of the now-closed Apple Daily which is a strong pro-democratic newspaper known for its sharp criticism of China’s Communist Party which was later forced […]

July 30, 2025
International
World

Lai Ching-te’s trip to Latin America: Typhoon Danas or Chinese interference – Why did Taiwanese president cancel tour?

Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te reportedly postponed a planned visit to Latin America, sparking debate over the reason behind the delay. Lai was speculated to visit the region next month as part of efforts to reinforce ties with Taiwan’s few remaining diplomatic allies, particularly as several countries have recently switched allegiance to China, which claims Taiwan […]