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The 'Goddess of Unification' in China: Xi’s play for Taiwan through the KMT

April 16, 2026 4:08 pm

The Kuomintang, in fact, has been welcomed by the CCP, given its unified stance towards the one-China policy and the 1992 Consensus, which states that the two sides of the Taiwan Strait belong to China.

From green tech to AI: China’s new economic roadmap matters for the world

April 13, 2026 5:42 pm

By shifting from old drivers of growth to new ones, China will contribute more to the world with its advanced, green, and efficient technologies and ever-increasing innovation

The US is focused on Iran. But Xi’s hands are still tied on Taiwan

April 04, 2026 6:47 am

One factor that constrains China is the fear of failure in invasion

US-China are recalibrating ties. Five things India needs to keep in mind amid the change

April 04, 2026 6:34 am

India has to assess trends, anticipate and prepare for crises (as China did for Trump’s tariffs of last year and the energy crisis now) and avoid strategic crutches

Trump will travel to Beijing for rescheduled China trip from May 14-15, after delay due to Iran war

March 25, 2026 11:52 pm

Trump had been scheduled to travel to China later this month but previously announced he was delaying the trip so he could be in Washington to help steward the US and Israeli war against Iran.

In a riskier era, China bets on technology to resist US pressure

March 05, 2026 8:53 pm

Details of Xi’s ambitious plan for the next five years of China’s technological ascent were released at a meeting of the national legislature in Beijing on Thursday.

In Xi’s purge of the military, a search for absolute loyalty

February 16, 2026 9:37 pm

Over the past three years, Xi has essentially ousted five of the six generals in China’s top military body, the Central Military Commission, which controls China’s armed forces. Only two members are left: Xi himself and a vice chair who has overseen Xi’s purges.

Xi’s purges could mean more instability along the border

February 11, 2026 1:19 pm

There is a temptation to assume that a purged PLA will be less assertive. In the short term, Xi may not risk a major military operation. But China’s history also speaks of military action during periods of intense internal instability.

Donald Trump says he discussed Iran, Taiwan and war in Ukraine with Xi Jinping

February 04, 2026 9:55 pm

Trump said the two leaders had "a long and thorough call" on trade, military issues, Taiwan, Russia's war in Ukraine, Iran, airplane engine deliveries, and oil and gas purchases.

In Beijing, Starmer and Xi seek a way around a volatile US

January 30, 2026 8:20 pm

Starmer, who made the trip with a large delegation that included executives from banking, pharmaceutical and automobile companies, described China as vital to Britain’s interests.

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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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