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China is silent on the Middle East crisis. It has a new friend to appease

Beijing’s strategy involves delicately balancing its alignment with regional partners while sidestepping direct confrontation with Israel.

24.04.2024 20

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Ma Ying-jeou—China’s ‘friend’ in Taiwan is sailing against the wind, doing Xi’s work

For many in Taiwan, it is puzzling that former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou would interpret his China visit as ‘a journey of peace and...

17.04.2024 20

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US-Japan-Philippines trilateral isn’t just about development. China is at its core

Simply forming minilateral arrangements to counter China hasn’t proved effective so far. They need to take tangible actions.

10.04.2024 10

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China can’t take India’s rise as a middle power. So it’s blaming heightened tensions on US

Treating India as an equal partner, prioritising bilateral relations independent of the US-China dynamic, and addressing differences are vital...

03.04.2024 20

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China’s growing influence in Indian Ocean is worrying. It harms the region’s stability

The 99-year lease of Hambantota to China, amid Sri Lanka’s economic challenges, underscored Beijing’s weaponisation of the Belt and Road...

27.03.2024 20

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Taiwan vice-president’s win was unexpected, unwanted in China. He must brace for a hard time

Beijing is expected to intensify economic coercion, diplomatic poaching and intimidation through grey zone activities against Lai’s Taiwan.

20.03.2024 10

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A divided ASEAN only strengthens China. It’s a risk to Indo-Pacific security

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim’s continued criticism of the West overlooks ASEAN’s collective responsibility of dealing with China as a cohesive unit.

13.03.2024 30

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2 sessions in Beijing show the country isn’t just evolving but fully turning into Xi’s China

The objective has been to portray China as adept at managing external relations despite existing disparities, although the reality appears different.

06.03.2024 20

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China is worried about low FDI. Not fixing ties with India, US, Australia will worsen it

While streamlined economic policies are a positive step, the critical challenge for China lies in delineating politics from economics.

28.02.2024 8

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India-Taiwan relations are making China uneasy. So it’s turning to disinformation

A pivotal moment in the evolution of India’s Taiwan policy unfolded last week with the signing of a labour pact between New Delhi and Taipei.

21.02.2024 100

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China-Russia in a win-win relationship. Their partnership should worry the West

Russia and China’s military cooperation, alongside sophisticated influence operations, presents a formidable challenge.

14.02.2024 20

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China wants to be next AI superpower. It’s already talking military applications with Russia

Almost half of the world’s 36,000 AI companies are in either China or the US.

07.02.2024 20

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China must stop seeing India as inferior. Its own scholar calls Delhi ‘stronger, assertive’

China is not just misconstruing India’s intentions; it is making a strategic error by turning a historically friendly relationship into an...

01.02.2024 10

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Padma Bhushan to Foxconn CEO shows India-Taiwan bond. Not everything is about China

Indian commentators should avoid a myopic perspective when assessing India-Taiwan relations. The initiatives undertaken are not targeted at China.

30.01.2024 10

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China-Philippines South China Sea standoff shows a new dysfunctional diplomacy is on the rise

Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning suggested that the Philippines president ‘read books’ to understand the intricacies of the Taiwan...

24.01.2024 5

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Maldives can’t exploit India-China competition for long. Muizzu must learn from Sri Lanka

Muizzu’s confrontational stance towards India are being widely celebrated on Chinese social media. Weibo users see it as a victory for China and...

17.01.2024 10

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A lot is riding on Taiwan poll outcome—including whether China will ‘invade’

China’s approach towards Taiwan may fluctuate depending on the elected president and party, but its primary goal remains reunification—either...

10.01.2024 10

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What’s China’s roadmap for 2024? Xi’s New Year speech shows economic stability most important

Xi referred to China as a great nation with a rich civilisation and emphasised its role as a responsible major power.

03.01.2024 20

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Eastward friction, Westward charm — China’s foreign policy in 2023 & what to expect next

While much of China’s current focus is on stabilising relations with the US and the West, its approach towards several Asian countries has been less...

27.12.2023 9

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All’s not well for China in Southeast Asia. Xi Jinping’s Vietnam visit just showed

Xi Jinping's recent visit to Vietnam, rather than showcasing seamless relations, brought the simmering tensions in South China Sea to the forefront.

21.12.2023 10

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China expects Nijjar Pannun saga to affect India-US ties. It won’t, here’s why

As China endeavours to normalise ties with the US, there might be expectations that Washington recognises India as not entirely aligned with shared...

13.12.2023 10

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Does China really care about climate change? Xi’s no-show at COP28 gives a hint

Xi’s absence at COP28 was conspicuous, particularly when other prominent world leaders were present, including Narendra Modi, Emmanuel Macron,...

06.12.2023 10

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China wants to divide, rule, conquer Europe. EU is too confused to stop it

Beijing is striving to stabilise its relations with Europe. It is highlighted in the State media’s endeavour to amplify the voices of pro-China...

29.11.2023 6

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Biden’s focus was on Xi’s car, character. It shows the limits of success in US-China ties

While China portrayed the Xi-Biden summit as a victory, the gains seem to favour the US—the most pivotal being the reinstatement of...

22.11.2023 5

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Does China-Bhutan thaw signal trouble for India? Not quite

The border dispute-resolution talks between China and Bhutan have stirred anxiety in India, as the outcome could have far-reaching consequences for...

15.11.2023 9

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Beijing is neutral on Israel-Palestine conflict. But Chinese people are saying something else

The intricate and deeply rooted complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict pose a formidable challenge to China’s intended role and ambitions as...

08.11.2023 20

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Opinion | ASEAN’s Growing Preference for India Over China

This week marks a significant diplomatic milestone for India as it prepares to welcome a number of world leaders and heads of several international...

07.09.2023 2

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