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China accepts Mbappé apology over ‘ill-judged’ joke about Mao Zedong

Real Madrid and France star says he now realises the hurt caused by his comment about ‘a Chinese dictator’

The Independent UK · Oct 28

China takes Mbappé's apology 'seriously' after backlash over his ‘Chinese dictator’ comments

China has acknowledged soccer star Kylian Mbappé's apology for comments seen as disrespectful to Mao Zedong, the founding leader of Communist China

The Independent UK · Oct 28

India-China tensions escalate after rare public clash between border chiefs

Chief of India’s border forces gives first official confirmation of tensions reported earlier by The Independent, as he slams the state of his troops’ equipment compared to their Chinese rivals

The Independent UK · Oct 28

Government mulls simplifying application process under Press Note 2 to ease FDI flow from border nations: Sources

The government had relaxed FDI restrictions imposed under Press Note 3 for countries sharing land borders with India, such as China and Pakistan, through Press Note 2 in March.

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Kylian Mbappe apologises to China after Mao remarks cost him brand deals

Kylian Mbappe faced backlash for his comments about Mao Zedong, referring to him as a dictator. Major Chinese companies ended their endorsement deals with Mbappe following his remarks. He issued a public apology for any hurt caused to the Chinese people and their history. The controversy led to trending discussions…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

We will see India becoming major exporter of goods and services to China: Piyush Goyal

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasised India's willingness to engage with Chinese suppliers. He highlighted the importance of fair play and judicial processes regarding pricing discrepancies. India aims to enhance exports to China and the ASEAN region over the coming years. Recent trade data shows a significant increase in…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Mbappe dropped by Chinese brands after backlash over alleged Mao meme remarks

Kylian Mbappe is experiencing significant backlash in China after comments perceived as disrespectful towards Mao Zedong. Several Chinese brands, including Eastroc Beverage, have severed ties with him due to the controversy. The remarks were made in response to a meme portraying him as a dictator, which many found offensive. China's…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Congress state chief claims China entered 50 km into Arunachal Pradesh, CM Pema Khandu fact-checks

Arunachal Pradesh Congress chief Bosiram Siram has claimed that Chinese troops advanced 40 to 50 km into Indian territory in Upper Subansiri district, an allegation rejected by Chief Minister Pema Khandu. The claim comes after the Indian Army debunked a separate allegation by Bihar Congress communication chief Ritu Choudhary involving…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Piyush Goyal says India-Chile FTA talks ' quite ripe' for conclusion, Canada negotiations making progress

India is making progress on free trade agreements (FTAs) with several countries, with negotiations with Chile nearing conclusion and talks with Canada advancing, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said. Discussions with the Southern African Customs Union have recently begun, while efforts to expand trade arrangements with Mercosur continue.…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

Mbappe dropped by Chinese brands for 'offending national sentiments'

The backlash against Kylian Mbappe has escalated as two prominent Chinese companies, Dongpeng and Mengniu, have severed their partnerships with him. This reaction comes in response to his remarks about Mao Zedong, which surfaced in a viral video that sparked outrage among Chinese internet users.

The Economic Times · Oct 27