February 13, 2026

Japan Arrests Chinese Fishing Vessel Captain for Defying Inspection in EEZ

Japan seized a Chinese fishing vessel and arrested its captain for refusing to stop for inspection in its exclusive economic zone. This marks the first such case with China since 2022 and could increase tensions between Tokyo and Beijing.

February 13, 2026

Japan Seizes Chinese Fishing Boat, Arrests Captain near Nagasaki Amid Rising Diplomatic Tensions

Japan seized a Chinese fishing boat 170km from Nagasaki after its captain refused inspection. This is the first such move since 2022, raising tensions with China amid the ongoing Taiwan dispute.

February 13, 2026

Africa Finance Corporation Plans to Tap China's Bond Market with Yuan-Denominated Panda Bonds

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) is set to enter China’s bond market this year. By issuing yuan bonds, AFC aims to halve borrowing costs and reduce dollar volatility risks. This move follows similar panda bond issuances by Afreximbank and Egypt. AFC officials say entering Chinese capital markets is a 'natural evolution' supported by investor roadshows and strong credit ratings.

February 13, 2026

Board of Peace to Meet on Gaza Crisis; Pakistan Among Attendees

Donald Trump’s Board of Peace will meet next week in Washington with Pakistan and other Muslim states. The agenda includes Gaza’s violence and the Board’s role. Calls rise to stop Israeli actions in Gaza and West Bank and hold Israel accountable for war crimes.

February 13, 2026

PM Modi Calls For New Indian Foreign Policy Amid Changing Global Order

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke in Rajya Sabha about a shifting world order. He stressed the need for India to reshape its national identity and foreign relations as old multilateral systems weaken.