Pakistan's Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CJCSC), General Nadeem Raza, met Chinese Defence Minister General Wei Fenghe on the sidelines of the Defence and Security Cooperation Conference at SCO Forum in Moscow
Great Nicobar Project: Balancing National Security and Environmental Responsibility in Face of Looming Chinese Presence
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands offer a natural strategic advantage. Often described as “unsinkable aircraft carriers,” they provide an ideal platform for surveillance, deterrence, and force projection across the Bay of Bengal and beyond. With modern aircraft, naval assets, and refuelling capabilities, India can monitor vast maritime spaces from these islands.
UAE's OPEC Exit: Pivoting of China-Centric Energy Diplomacy and Changing Global Order
The exit suits the relative aspirations of both nations. UAE with its world-class port infrastructure, financial centers, and geographical position linking Asia, Africa, and Europe, is uniquely positioned to give a push to China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). This newfound independence of UAE makes it a perfect match for China’s preference for flexible bilateral relations over the rigid multilateral regional forums.
How Myanmar’s State has Hollowed Out: Need for Engagement With Nonstate Actors
Myanmar’s unfolding reality demands a fundamental shift in how it is perceived and addressed by the international community. Treating the country as a unified state under a single authority is no longer tenable, and policies built on that assumption will continue to fall short. The challenge now lies in adapting to a fragmented political order while seeking pathways toward stability and eventual reconciliation.
Myanmar Election: Lack of Consolidated Initiative Leads to Return of Military Rule
The external support by China and Russia lent support to the Tatmadaw, especially during the elections, and while ASEAN and western powers have refused to accept the legitimacy of the election, many of the immediate neighbours like India, Bangladesh, and Thailand prefer what they see as stability under the military, given their cross-border concerns.
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PLA contacted over abduction of five people from Arunachal Pradesh
The Indian Army has sent a hotline message to China's Peoples' Liberation Army (PLA) about the reported abduction of five people from Arunachal Pradesh by Chinese soldiers, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju said on Sunday
China has deep strategic interests in Pakistan: US report
An official US report indicates that China has deep strategic interests in Pakistan, which will persuade both countries to stay engaged despite possible irritants
Now China accuses India of playing Tibet card
Chinese state-owned media outlet Global Times, aligned with the ruling Communist Party reported, "While for India, colluding with the exiled Tibetan and playing the Tibet card is only shooting its own foot, as China's economic power and military strength are much greater than India's."
Chinese troops tried to unilaterally alter status quo, says India
Chinese troops attempted to unilaterally alter the status quo in violation of the bilateral agreements, the Indian government said on Saturday after China stated that India is entirely responsible for the border stand-off in Ladakh
Amid talks, Chinese mouthpiece tells India it has no chance of winning war
Terming Friday's meeting between Indian and Chinese defence ministers as a positive step, the Chinese media said on Saturday that in case of a border war, India will have no chance of winning
Indian Army rescues Chinese citizens in Sikkim
The Indian Army extended a helping hand to three Chinese citizens who lost their way in the Plateau area of North Sikkim at an altitude of 17,500 feet
Indian, Chinese defence ministers agree to resolve border tensions through dialogue
In what could be a breakthrough in their border standoff, Indian Defence Minister Rajanth Singh and his Chinese counterpart Wei Fenghe met in the Russian capital on Friday evening and agreed to de-escalate the situation through talks
US talking to India, China on 'very nasty situation': Trump
US President Donald Trump has asserted that Washington was talking to India and China on resolving “a very nasty situation” in the Ladakh region, but equivocated on whether Beijing was a bully
Indian, Chinese defence ministers to discuss border dispute
Indian Defence Minister Rajanth Singh and his Chinese counterpart Wei Fenghe will meet later on Friday to discuss their border disputes
Situation along China border tense, but nation can count on us: Indian Army chief Naravane
Indian Army Chief General Manoj Mukund Naravane on Friday said that the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is tense and the force is prepared for all contingencies
From banned apps to GDP, China pursues India bashing
A rattled China, forced on the defensive by India's sharp military maneouvres on the border, has lashed out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, even going to the extent of questioning re-election prospects for a third term in 2024
Tibetans give warm send off to Special Frontier Force soldiers
Hundreds of Tibetans carrying the national flags of Tibet and India on Friday gathered in the Himachal Pradesh capital to give a warm send off to Special Frontier Force soldiers who were heading in convoys to frontier areas along China
US warns to ‘manage risk’ in dealings with China group involved in Sri Lanka’s Port City
The United State has warned countries to manage risk when dealing with a state enterprise and subsidiaries in China that has reclaimed the sea in South China Sea and in Sri Lanka
India asks China to show sincerity in restoring peace on LAC
India on Thursday asked China to show sincerity in expeditiously restoring peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and border areas through complete disengagement and de-escalation in accordance with the bilateral agreements and protocols
