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Trump is a 'go' on meeting with China's Xi, says US Treasury Secretary Bes
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he was "optimistic" about trade talks with China and confirmed that "President Trump is a 'go' on that" meeting with Xi Jinping at the APEC summit, despite rising tensions over Beijing's rare earth export restrictions.
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China's expanding nuclear arsenal raises fears of 'Nuclear Blackmail' over
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
During the military parade on September 3 in Tiananmen Square, China showcased three missiles capable of carrying nuclear payloads: the JL-1 air-launched ballistic missile, the JL-3 submarine-launched intercontinental missile, and the DF-61 surface-to-surface intercontinental missile.
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China forces thousands of Tibetans to attend 'Fake Panchen Lama' ceremony
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The four-day religious event took place from October 9 to 12 at the Kyi-kyi Nakha site of Tashi Lhunpo Monastery, which is the traditional residence of the Panchen Lamas in Shigatse. There is a previous instance of authorities mandating attendance at Gyaltsen Norbu's teachings; in 2016, he c
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ETGE urges Sweden to confront China over genocide and colonial oppression
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The East Turkistan Government in Exile (ETGE) has called on the Swedish government to take a firm and principled stand against what it describes as the ongoing genocide and colonial occupation of Uyghur, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, and other Turkic peoples in Chinese-occupied East Turkistan.
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Stars look favourably aligned for an early US-India trade deal amid China
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
The United States appears to be warming up to the idea of a comprehensive trade deal with India as Washington seeks to diversify critical supply chains away from China. With Beijing tightening its grip over rare-earth exports and the US-China trade war intensifying, policymakers in Washingto
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Markets open steady amid global uncertainty; Gold near record highs
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Indian markets opened on a cautious note on Wednesday, following mixed global cues and renewed concerns over the U.S.-China trade tensions. At 9:40 a.m., the BSE Sensex was at 82,287.67, up 257.69 points or 0.31 per cent, while the NSE Nifty 50 stood at 25,230.10, up 84.60 points or 0.34
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Fresh clashes erupt between Pakistani forces and Afghan Taliban in Kurram
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Fresh clashes broke out between Pakistani forces and the Afghan Taliban in Kurram district, leaving heavy damage to Taliban posts. Pakistan accused Kabul of unprovoked attacks, while Afghanistan called it retaliation. Islamabad warned of renewed hostilities as tensions rise, with the US and
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Taiwan detects 16 PLA aircraft, 13 vessels around its territory
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence (MND) recorded the presence of 16 Chinese aircraft, 13 vessels and two official ships operating around its territory on Wednesday.
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Trump accuses China of "economically hostile act" over refusal to buy US s
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump accused China of trying to create a rift between the US and Argentina by buying soybeans from Argentina instead of American farmers. He later warned on Truth Social that China's actions were "economically hostile" and hinted at trade retaliation.
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"If he loses, we are not going to be generous with Argentina," says Trump
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump stated that economic aid to Argentina will depend on whether President Javier Milei remains in power. The US recently finalised a $20 billion currency swap with Argentina, drawing criticism from lawmakers over continued soybean sales to China amid a government shutd
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Trump, Milei discuss $20 billion currency swap to stabilise Argentina's ec
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US President Donald Trump met Argentinian President Javier Milei at the White House to discuss a $20 billion currency swap. Trump linked continued US support to Milei's leadership, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the aid reflected confidence in Argentina's reforms but could ch
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US State Department employee accused of removing classified documents, mee
Updated : 7 months, 3 weeks ago IST
US State Department employee Ashley Tellis has been accused of keeping classified documents and meeting Chinese officials. Authorities found over a thousand "TOP SECRET" papers at his Virginia home. Prosecutors allege he discussed sensitive topics and received gifts from Chinese officials
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