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Jaishankar says every country must reset ties with US as Washington changes global engagement

S Jaishankar stated that all nations must adjust their relationships with the US as its global engagement shifts. He outlined India's foreign policy approach, which focuses on engaging the US and managing relationships with other key players. The minister noted that India's strategic partnership with the US differs from a…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

India standardises names of 28 Ladakh locations, draws Chinese protest

India has officially recognized and standardized the names of 28 geographical features in Ladakh. The Ministry of Home Affairs stated that this move aims to facilitate accurate public awareness. China's Foreign Ministry responded by claiming that India’s actions are illegal and invalid. However, India has firmly rejected these politically motivated…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

India-Chile trade negotiations: A quiet and strategic deal beyond tariffs

India and Chile are progressing with negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to enhance trade relations. The agreement will focus on sectors such as digital services, critical minerals, and investment. Both nations seek to diversify their trade partnerships and reduce reliance on single markets, particularly in mineral exports.

The Economic Times · Oct 13

Taiwan's Lai calls on Indo-Pacific democracies to help maintain peace in National Day speech

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te says the island welcomes dialogue between China and the U.S. to manage competition but emphasized the need for Indo-Pacific democracies to help preserve regional peace

The Independent UK · Oct 10

EU and China strike interim trade deal that could cut Chinese hybrid exports

China and the European Union have agreed on a preliminary trade deal to address trade imbalances. This deal includes reduced tariffs on certain European goods and measures for reliable rare earth supply chains. The EU trade commissioner noted that this agreement could significantly decrease Chinese electric vehicle imports. Both sides…

The Economic Times · Oct 10

Some Americans Shouldn’t Use Their Freedom Of Speech, And These Images Prove It (99 Examples)

For every brilliant and intelligent American, there are so many others who make us question their educational system. And, well, we don’t even need to prove it. They do that themselves. The full list of insane things Americans have said is in the article!

Bored Panda · Oct 9

China and EU trade envoys seek ways to ease tensions over growing imbalances

The top trade envoys for China and the European Union are wrapping up two days of talks aimed at calming escalating tensions over growing imbalances between the two giant economies

The Independent UK · Oct 9

China turns former CIA airfield in Laos into military training hub

China has opened a new military outpost at a former CIA-operated airfield in northwestern Laos, adding to Beijing’s defence cooperation with the Southeast Asian nation. The facility, which began operations on September 29, is located around 40 miles north of the capital Vientiane and 25 miles from the nearest border…

The Times of India · Oct 9

Global Market: Yuan strengthens as dollar retreats; China pushes back against undervaluation claims

The Chinese yuan strengthened against the US dollar as the greenback retreated from an 18-month high. Beijing defended its currency policy amid European Union trade negotiations, rejecting undervaluation claims. Supported by strong exports and foreign capital inflows, the yuan has gained 4.4% this year, with authorities favouring stability and gradual…

The Economic Times · Oct 9

China Escalates Taiwan Threat: Militia Boat Spotted Off Island's East Coast for First Time

The boat was detected in mid-August operating near Chinese coast guard cutter 2502 and research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03.

International Business Times · Oct 8