In Budapest, Xi Hails China’s ‘Deep Friendship’ With Hungary
The Chinese leader met with Viktor Orban, the Hungarian prime minister, one of China’s most fervent admirers and protectors in Europe.
In Meeting With Xi, E.U. Leader Takes Tough Line on Ukraine War
Ursula Von der Leyen, the European Commission president, pushed Beijing to help rein in Russia’s war in Ukraine after meeting with the Chinese and French leaders in Paris.
Are E.V.s Too Quiet and ‘Boring’?
Readers discuss a guest essay that argued they are both. Also: College roommates; tech in school; truths about Russia; water and politics.
How China Is Profiting From Trade With Russia
The country’s trade with Russia this year has exceeded $200 billion, and makers of cars and trucks are the big winners.
Thursday Briefing: Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Black Sea Fleet
Plus a road trip in Mongolia.
Monday Briefing: A Tricky Opportunity in Indonesia
Also, the nostalgic craft of miniatures in China.
Your Wednesday Briefing: A Rare Incursion Into Russia
Plus, Australian efforts to break with China on lithium.
Your Wednesday Briefing: Ukraine Says It Shot Down Hypersonic Missiles
Also, a dim outlook for Cambodia’s opposition.
Exxon and Chevron Report More Modest Profits as Oil Prices Ease
The oil industry enjoyed record profits in 2022 after Russia invaded Ukraine, but the prices of oil and natural gas have fallen sharply in recent months.
Your Thursday Briefing: Ukraine’s Fight for Bakhmut
Also, U.S. proposals to revolutionize the auto industry.