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Delhi to Beijing, with caveats

September 27, 2025 7:28 am

China should not see moves to restore normalcy as sign of India’s weakness

Shashi Tharoor writes: The return of Chindia

September 11, 2025 12:59 pm

Modi-Xi meeting hints at a new chapter after years of silence. But old mistrust and new asymmetries persist

Trump’s tariffs: A test of solidarity at BRICS, the club of the sanctioned

September 10, 2025 11:29 am

India has resisted being cast in an anti-Western mould. Unlike China and Russia, which often position the BRICS as a counterweight to the West, New Delhi frames the bloc as a platform for cooperation, rather than confrontation

C Raja Mohan writes: Xi, Putin and transhumanism: Who wants to live forever?

September 10, 2025 11:28 am

Slowing ageing and extending healthy lifespans could transform societies, producing older but more active populations. The social consequences of longevity research could be profound

Portugal PM urges China's Xi Jinping to push Russia for Ukraine peace

September 09, 2025 11:25 am

After a multi-day visit to China, Montenegro will head to Japan for a state visit, as Lisbon seeks closer ties with Asia's two largest economies after years of no high-level contact.

Global power shifts, economic pragmatism are bringing India and China back to the negotiating table. But for how long?

September 08, 2025 4:40 pm

Recent bonhomie is better seen as a tactical accommodation, rather than a strategic reset. Both are aware of the risks of outright hostility in an increasingly unstable international order, and neither is prepared to betray their core interests

Trump 'quietly' preparing to visit South Korea in October, may meet China's Xi Jinping: Report

September 07, 2025 9:38 am

A White House House official, meanwhile, confirmed that a visit of the US President Donald Trump to South Korea is possible.

P Chidambaram writes: Who is singing, who is dancing?

September 07, 2025 7:56 am

It is clear that Mr Modi is not calling the tune anywhere. He is caught between India’s largest export destination (USA) and largest import country-of-origin (China). He is caught between tariff threats and trade dependence. He is caught between QUAD and SCO/RIC. Mr Modi, like Mr Trump, believes his political instincts are always right

Explained: China’s massive military parade, and capabilities and concerns it displayedSubscriber Only

September 06, 2025 11:14 am

While a military parade cannot indicate efficacy in the field of battle, it still shows what a country seeks to project to the world and offers a window into its capabilities. Analysts of the Chinese military explain what to know from the latest showcase in Beijing.

'Choice of peace or war': Flanked by Putin and Kim, China's Xi Jinping displays military strength on 80th anniv of WWII's end

September 03, 2025 9:47 am

China Victory Day Military Parade: The Chinese parade is showcasing modern fighter jets, missiles, and other military might as Beijing seeks to build a greater influence on the global world order.

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In photos | Xi Jinping shows China's military prowess, flanked by Putin and Kim, on 80th anniversary of WW II end

September 03, 2025 12:19 pm

The Chinese parade showcased modern fighter jets, missiles, and other military might as Beijing sought to build its mark on the global world order.

In photos | Hugs and shared smiles -- Modi, Putin and Xi in a candid chat on Day 2 of SCO summit in China

September 01, 2025 11:38 am

"Always a delight to meet President Putin!," PM Modi said as the two leaders are set to hold bilateral talks later today.

This week in pictures: From Liz Truss' resignation to ISRO's historic satellite launch

October 23, 2022 2:52 pm

From ISRO's historic launch of 36 satellites to Liz Truss resigning from the British prime ministerial post, here are the most compelling pictures of the week from around the world.

See pics | Former Chinese president Hu Jintao escorted out of meeting in front of Xi Jinping

October 22, 2022 5:34 pm

High drama ensued at the concluding session of the ruling Communist Party Congress in Beijing on Saturday as former president Hu Jintao was escorted out of the podium under the full glare of the media.

In photos: Hong Kong marks 25th handover anniversary

July 01, 2022 2:39 pm

July 1 marks the 25th anniversary of Hong Kong's 1997 handover from British to Chinese rule.

China's Communist Party marks 100-year anniversary in show of pomp and power

July 01, 2021 7:14 pm

Addressing the centenary celebrations, President Xi Jinping called for building a strong military to defend the country and warned that the Chinese people will never allow any foreign force to "bully, oppress, or subjugate them".

'Welcome to India': Xi Jinping arrives in Chennai, meets PM Modi

October 11, 2019 7:49 pm

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Chennai Friday for a two-day informal summit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the coastal town of Mahabalipuram, some 50 km away from the city.

Stroll by lake side, boat ride, discussion over tea: Modi-Xi bonhomie on full display

April 28, 2018 6:59 pm

PM Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Saturday began their last round of one-on-one talks on the second day of a two-day informal summit. They met at the East Lake and took a brisk walk while interacting with each other. They also enjoyed a boat ride over the lake.

The secret rendezvous: When Kim Jong Un and Xi Jinping met

March 28, 2018 12:38 pm

North Korea's Kim Jong Un travelled to Beijing to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in a "secret meeting".

Glimpses from G20 Summit: Captains of industry discuss terrorism, climate change at Hamburg

July 08, 2017 1:09 pm

PM Modi was among the many dignitaries present at the Twelfth G20 Summit held at Hamburg, northern Germany. US President Donald Trump, French President Emmanuel Macron, Canadian PM Justin Trudeau and Australian PM Malcolm Turnbull were also present.

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On Doklam and surgical strikes, Modi says Congress' comments were childish

June 22, 2020 6:21 pm

Replying to the no-confidence motion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that when it came to Doklam, the Congress was all over the place when asked about meeting Chinese officials. And on surgical strikes, he said, the party's comments were childish.

China and Taiwan leaders to hold landmark talks in Singapore

November 04, 2015 2:08 pm

The two are expected to handle the meeting in a delicate manner with no signing of agreements or the making of joint statements.

BRICS SUMMIT: PM Narendra Modi meets China and Russia

July 15, 2014 6:03 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi leaving Hotel Seara Praia to meet China President Xi Jinping at Hotel Grand Marquise.

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