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• Hong Kong Unveils a Global Mediation Organisation: The Convention on the Establishment of the International Organisation for Mediation (IOMed) was formally signed in Hong Kong on Friday. Attended by approximately 400 delegates from 85 countries across multiple continents and nearly 20 international organizations, the ceremony saw 33 nations become founding members by signing the convention immediately. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized IOMed’s alignment with the UN Charter and its role in addressing a longstanding institutional gap in international mediation. He portrayed the organization as a public good fostering rule-based global governance and peaceful conflict resolution. Countries including Indonesia, Pakistan, Laos, Cambodia and Serbia attended the signing ceremony, whereas International organizations, including the United Nations, also sent representatives. Hong Kong was designated as the organization’s headquarters, a decision supported by its bilingual legal environment and status as a global financial hub. Chu Kar-kin of the Chinese Association of Hong Kong and Macao Studies highlighted the city’s strategic suitability, while Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee pledged governmental support for IOMed’s mission. He underscored local efforts to promote mediation through policy, accreditation and practice reforms.

• Xi Signs Order on Military Science Awards to Boost Defense Innovation: Chinese President and Chairman of the Central Military Commission Xi Jinping has signed an order to implement new regulations on awarding military scientific research achievements. Set to take effect on July 1, the new regulations aim to advance China's strategy of strengthening its armed forces through science and technology. The rules lay out a structured award system focused on aligning with national defense priorities. A key principle of the regulation is the prioritization of combat effectiveness as the sole criterion for evaluation. It also introduces clearer nomination and review processes, along with stricter standards for discipline and confidentiality in the research environment. According to officials, the regulations are expected to stimulate innovation in military research, promote faster breakthroughs in critical defense technologies, and enhance PLA's scientific support capabilities in line with modern warfare demands.

• Northeast China Strengthens IP Protection to Fuel High-Tech Revitalization: China is intensifying intellectual property (IP) protection in its traditional industrial heartland to boost emerging industries and drive regional revitalization, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) announced Friday. The northeastern provinces of Jilin, Liaoning, Heilongjiang and Inner Mongolia - once the heavy industry backbone of China - are now focusing on IP development in sectors like high-end equipment, biomedicine, new materials and modern agriculture. By the end of 2024, these provinces collectively held 46,000 valid invention patents in strategic emerging sectors. As of April 2025, the region reported 195,000 valid invention patents, up by 10.2 percent year-on-year and 2.16 million valid trademarks, a 7.7 percent rise. Liaoning has launched national-level IP training centers for enterprises handling international disputes, while Heilongjiang incentivizes researchers to commercialize patents through tailored financial policies. Jilin has built IP-focused industrial zones targeting sectors such as modern agriculture and optoelectronics. Inner Mongolia has expedited patent services for businesses in biology and advanced materials to safeguard innovation and prevent infringement.

• Senior CPC Official Promotes Security Cooperation with Russia: Chen Wenqing, a member of the Political Bureau and head of the Political and Legal Affairs Commission, visited Russia to deliver a keynote address at the 13th International Meeting of High Representatives for Security Issues, underscoring China's commitment to global security collaboration. This meeting brought together delegates from 126 countries and international organizations. He emphasized the importance of President Xi Jinping’s Global Security Initiative, highlighting the principles of cooperation, innovation, rule of law and mutual benefit as essential to tackling global risks. Alongside the main conference, he participated in meetings with heads of delegations from BRICS nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), where parties reached agreements to bolster global security governance and strengthen international cooperation. Chen also co-chaired the 10th meeting of the China-Russia law enforcement and security cooperation mechanism with Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu. The two sides pledged to deepen collaboration in line with the consensus reached during President Xi Jinping’s recent state visit to Russia and his meeting with President Vladimir Putin. Shoigu reiterated Russia’s willingness to enhance bilateral law enforcement and security cooperation, aiming to safeguard both nations' core interests and contribute to global stability.

• China Launches Crackdown on Fake Gaokao Content With the Help of AI: Ahead of the national college entrance exam (gaokao) on June 7, China's Ministry of Education (MOE) has announced a joint campaign with the Cyberspace Administration and Ministry of Public Security to curb fake and illegal exam-related information online. Authorities are targeting fabricated news of exam leaks, sales of correct answers, and fraudulent admissions offers. Online platforms have been ordered to swiftly remove such content. Individuals found spreading false information or disrupting exam order could face severe legal consequences. The government is enhancing security to ensure fairness, particularly through the use of artificial intelligence surveillance systems. Provinces like Jiangxi and Hubei are deploying AI-powered tools capable of detecting irregular behavior such as whispering, looking around or handling prohibited items. These systems will operate alongside traditional human invigilators, ID verification and physical security checks. In Jiangxi’s Ganzhou city, officials have notified students that real-time monitoring will flag suspicious actions for review. Hubei has paired AI detection with smart entry screening and mobile surveillance during the exam.
  
  

SOCIAL MEDIA CHATTER

Jiang Yurong’s Harvard Speech Sparks Strong Reactions on Chinese Social Media: Chinese student Jiang Yurong's commencement speech at Harvard has become a hot topic on Chinese social media, especially on Weibo, where her message of global unity and understanding has drawn both praise and criticism. As the first mainland Chinese student in recent years to speak at a Harvard commencement, Jiang's call for mutual respect, empathy and shared humanity resonated with many netizens. Her speech, titled "Our Humanity", was widely circulated with hashtags like "Chinese student delivers speech at Harvard graduation”. Supporters hailed Jiang as a role model, praising her eloquence, international perspective and her journey from Qingdao to one of the world’s top universities. Many comments reflected national pride and viewed her as a symbol of China’s growing presence on the global academic stage. However, some users questioned whether Jiang’s emphasis on globalism and reconciliation diluted China’s national narrative, while others criticized what they perceived as an overly idealistic view of the US-China relations. A few even accused her of pandering to Western audiences, though such views were in the minority. Chinese media like Phoenix News highlighted the speech as a successful example of international academic exchange, especially in the face of ongoing U.S. political tensions. Analysts noted that Jiang’s message urging understanding amidst division aligned with China’s soft power emphasis on cultural dialogue.

INDIA WATCH

Chinese Media Reports Indian Defence Minister’s Remarks on Pakistan: Chinese media reports on Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh’s recent remarks aboard India’s aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, stating that “Operation Sindoor” is only suspended and not over. The article further mentions the minister’s warning of involving the Indian Navy if Pakistan resorts to aggressive actions in future. The article also mentions remarks by a senior Pakistani official who argues that the recent crisis has enhanced the risk of future escalation despite the decision to reduce troops build-up at the border by both India and Pakistan. While describing the recent crisis as the ‘worst in decades’, the article also cites a Pakistani official who warns about the dangerous situation due to nuclear capabilities. The article also mentions India’s announcement regarding approval of the framework plan for the fifth-generation stealth fighter project, developed by the Indian Aeronautical Development Agency.

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Ipsha Bhalsagar

Ipsha Bhalsagar, an Electronics and Telecommunications Engineering graduate from the Government College of Engineering, Nagpur, blends her technical expertise with a passion for international relations, diplomacy, and design. Currently a Content Intern at The Indian Netizens and a Design Intern at IFPD, she explores geopolitics while contributing creatively. She has authored research on India’s maritime security and participated in global roundtables and workshops. With experience in content writing, public speaking, and data visualization, Ipsha is keen on bridging technology and social sciences, aspiring to enhance research through data-driven insights in diplomacy and international affairs.