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Briefing · 2026-04-10 · 15 signals
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China has called on the U.S. to end its blockade and sanctions on Cuba, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning urging Washington to heed the voice of justice and cease all forms of coercion and pressure. This development comes amid rising tensions between the two global powers, as Congress has expressed opposition to the U.S. hostile policy towards Cuba.

In other news, the 9th China-Eurasia Expo is set to take place in Xinjiang from June 25-29. This event, which has expanded its influence across Eurasia since its inception in 2011, showcases China's growing economic and political presence in the region. Additionally, North Korea has been intensively testing new weapons, including cluster missile warheads and electromagnetic weapons, in an attempt to enhance its military capabilities.

The bottom line: China's call for an end to U.S. sanctions on Cuba highlights the ongoing geopolitical tensions between the two countries. Meanwhile, the China-Eurasia Expo and North Korea's weapons tests underscore China's expanding influence and military capabilities. These developments are likely to shape the geopolitical landscape in the coming months.

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🔔 Top Signals
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China urges the U.S. to immediately lift the blockade and sanctions on Cuba: Foreign Ministry spokesperson
Why it matters
BEIJING, April 10 (Xinhua) -- The U.S.
→ hostile policy toward Cuba following their recent visit to the country, Mao said at a regular news briefing.
Xinhua
🏛️ political
The 9th China-Eurasia Expo set for June 25-29 in Xinjiang
Why it matters
URUMQI, April 9 (Xinhua) -- The 9th China-Eurasia Expo is scheduled to be held in Urumqi, capital of northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, from June 25 to 29, its organizers announced.
→ Past editions have drawn participation from over 120 countries and regions, more than 70 leaders and heads of international organizations, and over 15,000 enterprises.
Xinhua · 2026-04-09
🛡️ military
Practice Makes Perfect in the Middle East War: North Korea Intensively Tests New Weapons
Why it matters
North Korea has been intensively testing cluster missile warheads, electromagnetic weapons, and carbon fiber bombs over three consecutive days this week, attempting to paralyze South Korea's defensive systems and infrastructure such as power grids through asymmetric warfare tactics, drawing inspiration from the experiences in Ukraine and Middle Eastern conflicts.
→ North Korea is strengthening its relations with Russia and China while reiterating its hostile stance toward South Korea.
DW Chinese
📈 economic
Mooted South China Sea oil deal with China draws fire in Manila
Why it matters
Philippine lawmakers and experts question a proposed oil exploration deal with China in the South China Sea, amid territorial disputes.
→ supports it for energy security reasons, opponents worry it sends mixed messages and lack transparency.
Asia Times
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How to Be Chinese and Progressive in 2026
Why it matters
Yaqiu Wang, a Chinese human rights advocate, calls for diversifying funding sources in the China human rights community to reduce reliance on U.S.
→ Diversification is seen as crucial for independence and sustainability in human rights work.
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