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Taiwan detects 10 Chinese ships, 2 military aircraft around nation
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
The Ministry of National Defence of Taiwan detected six Chinese naval vessels, four coast guard ships, and two military aircraft around the nation between 6 a.m. on Saturday and 6 a.m. on Sunday, reported Taiwan News.
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Australian Deputy PM calls actions by Chinese vessels in West Philippine S
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
He called on China to make it clear in word and deed that it does not support the invasion of the sovereign state.
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Senior US official, Chinese counterpart hold diplomatic talks in a move to
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
Deputy US State Secretary hosted his Chinese counterpart at the State Department for talks aimed at maintaining open communication to prevent miscalculations and unintended conflicts, especially during times of tension.
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Senior US official, Chinese counterpart to hold talks today amid ongoing t
Updated : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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 : 2 years, 1 month 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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