China Simplifies Visa Rules for Indian Travellers as Economic Ties Slowly Rebuild

Visa Applications Move Online for Indian Nationals China has eased visa requirements for Indian citizens in a move that signals a gradual normalisation of economic and people to people ties between Asia’s two largest nations. Earlier this month, the Chinese embassy in New

Why China Is Reengaging South Korea as Trade and Soft Power Realign East Asia

A Thaw After Years of Economic Drift China and South Korea are moving to revive a bilateral relationship that has spent years in quiet stagnation. After prolonged pauses in economic dialogue, the two countries are now reopening trade negotiations with a renewed sense

Putin Signals Hard Line as Russia Presses Military Advantage and Peace Talks Stall

Confident tone from the Kremlin Russian President Vladimir Putin has signaled little appetite for compromise in the war in Ukraine, warning Western governments while suggesting that Moscow is prepared to seize more territory if the conflict drags on. Speaking at his annual end

Rubio Says US Will Not Force Ukraine Into Peace Deal as Europe Joins Miami Talks

US signals restraint on Ukraine negotiations The United States will not pressure Ukraine into accepting any agreement to end the war with Russia, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday, as American and European officials gathered in Miami for a new

Trump Justice Department Releases Partial Epstein Files, Stirring Political Backlash

Limited disclosure fuels controversy The United States Department of Justice has released only a partial set of documents related to its investigation into convicted sex offender and financier Jeffrey Epstein, a move that has immediately triggered political controversy. The disclosure, announced on Friday,

Chinese Military Tightens Equipment Pricing Oversight to Curb Corruption

New ethics rules target procurement practices China’s military has moved to tighten oversight of equipment and weapons procurement as part of a broader effort to combat corruption within its ranks. New professional ethics guidelines released on Friday place renewed emphasis on stricter rules

China Cuts US Treasury Holdings to Lowest Level Since 2008

Holdings fall to a 17 year low China has reduced its holdings of United States Treasury bonds to their lowest level since 2008, highlighting a long running shift in how Beijing manages its foreign exchange reserves. Data released by the US Treasury Department

Art of the Struggle Meets Great Power Competition Beijing’s Strategy for Trump 2.0

As Donald Trump’s second term unfolds, Beijing’s approach to Washington reveals a carefully calibrated mix of firmness and flexibility. Chinese officials have adopted a tone that blends willingness to engage with clear warnings about national red lines. This dual posture reflects how China

Iran’s First SCO Military Exercise Signals Deeper Alignment With China and Russia

Iran has taken a significant step in its regional and global positioning by hosting its first ever military exercise under the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The five day drill known as Sahand 2025 brought together forces from China, Russia, India, and

Lula Signals Firm Stance on Accountability and Rule of Law

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has made clear that he intends to veto a controversial bill that could sharply reduce the prison sentence of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Speaking on Thursday, Lula said he would block any legislation that undermines accountability