Manila, Beijing resume talks on South China Sea, energy security 28-Mar 23:25

The Philippines and China have resumed high-level talks this week over the disputed South China Sea, exploring preliminary steps toward oil and gas ​cooperation while addressing energy and fertilizer supply issues amid the ongoing ‌Middle East conflict, the Philippine foreign ministry said.

India relaxes rules for some state-run firms to procure critical equipment from China 28-Mar 00:27

India authorised some state firms including Bharat Heavy Electricals and ​Steel Authority of India on Friday to procure critical equipment from ‌China, according to a government source and document, after easing restrictions.

Chinese ships halt attempt to exit Hormuz despite Iran safe passage assurances 27-Mar 21:43

Two Chinese container ships turned backed after trying to exit the Gulf via ​the Strait of Hormuz on Friday, ship-tracking data showed, despite assurances from Iran that Chinese vessels could pass.