US-China Retaliation: China announced sanctions on American defense, aerospace and resource firms, including export curbs on dual-use goods and procurement bans covering 46 companies, as Washington expands its blacklist. India-China Diplomacy: NSA Ajit Doval met Chinese FM Wang Yi, with both sides stressing “forward-looking” ties and respect for each other’s core interests amid gradual normalization. Bangladesh Trade Imbalance: Bangladesh’s deficit with 58 countries is concentrated in a few partners, with China the biggest gap ($17.87b) and India second ($7.86b), reflecting import dependence on industrial inputs and energy. Summer Davos in Dalian: The 2026 Summer Davos forum opened with “Innovating at Scale,” spotlighting AI, green industries and advanced manufacturing, as China’s sci-tech and sustainability push takes center stage. Climate Finance Push: Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman urged wealthy countries to deliver on Loss and Damage and make climate finance more accessible, calling adaptation a necessity. Taiwan Economic Pressure Claim: Taiwan warned of China’s “raise, trap, kill” approach after reports of increased imports of Taiwan’s Atemoya fruit aimed at coercion. Consumer Protection Update: China submitted a draft Trademark Law amendment to crack down on misleading “tricky trademarks” and strengthen oversight of trademark agencies. China-Russia Military Ties: A Chinese naval flotilla arrived in Vladivostok for training and exchanges, underscoring deepening defense cooperation. Cultural Spotlight: China’s hit film “Dear You” premiered in Sydney ahead of its Australian release, drawing strong diaspora and local interest.