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Senior US official, Chinese counterpart to hold talks today amid ongoing t
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The talks are aimed at maintaining open communication channels to prevent miscalculations and unintended conflicts, especially during the ongoing times of tension.
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UN global supply chain forum calls for resilience amid world trade disrupt
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
According to a press release, over 1,000 participants from around the world convened to tackle the pressing issues of geopolitical tensions, climate change, and their impact on global trade.
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Amid growing tensions with Beijing, Taiwan detects 13 Chinese military air
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
The Ministry for National Defence of Taiwan detected 13 Chinese military aircraft, five naval vessels, and four coast guard ships around Taiwan. This comes amid island's growing tensions with Beijing in recent times.
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Projected recovery in global economy will boost India's growth; FY24 GDP l
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
Despite the challenges faced by the global economy, including geopolitical tensions and extreme weather events, global growth remains resilient, supported by easing inflationary pressures and strong employment conditions.
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US lawmakers vow to strengthen Taiwan's defence amid growing Chinese aggre
Updated : 1 year, 9 months ago IST
US senators promised to strengthen Taiwan's deterrence against China on Monday during a bipartisan congressional visit to the self-governing island, just days after Beijing ringed the island with major military drills, according to CNN.
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Pakistan affirms support for 'One China' policy amidst Taiwan issue
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Pakistan's vocal endorsement of China's position on Taiwan comes amidst growing global attention on the Taiwan Strait tensions and heightened diplomatic manoeuvers surrounding the island's status.
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Quad remains crucial despite emergence of 'Squad': Foreign affairs expert
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Following the successful inaugural US-Japan-Philippines trilateral summit and joint maritime patrols in the South China Sea in April this year, a new multilateral group, the 'Squad' has emerged - a four-way counterbalance to China amid escalating tensions between China and the Philippines
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US Defence Secy Austin resumes duties after medical procedure; set to hold
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Austin will meet in person with his Chinese counterpart for the first time since November 2022. He had last met then Chinese defence minister Wei Fenghe during the ASEAN Defense Minister's Meeting-Plus in Phnom Penh in November 202 for the (ADMM-Plus). The upcoming visit comes at a time o
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Malaysian PM urges ASEAN to focus on reinforcing its economic strengths am
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Thursday urged the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) to focus on reinforcing its economic strengths amid the crisis in Myanmar and rising tensions in the South China Sea, Nikkei Asia reported.
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"Irrational provocations": Taiwan condemns Chinese army exercises, vows vi
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Highlighting China's persistent military harassment, Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence underscored the disruption caused to global peace and stability
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Here is what Jennifer Lopez has to say about Ben Affleck amid split rumour
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Amid speculation and reports of tension in her marriage, Jennifer Lopez briefly talked about Ben Affleck on the talk show 'Jimmy Kimmel Live!', reported People.
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US reaches agreement with Niger to withdraw military forces by Sep 15
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Niger's military government announced in March that it had ended an accord with the US that allowed military personnel and civilian staff from the Department of Defence to operate in the country.
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