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Eye On China

Does China-Bhutan thaw signal trouble for India? Not quite

The border dispute-resolution talks between China and Bhutan have stirred anxiety in India, as the outcome could have far-reaching consequences for the region’s geopolitical landscape.

Beijing is neutral on Israel-Palestine conflict. But Chinese people are saying something else

The intricate and deeply rooted complexities of the Israel-Palestine conflict pose a formidable challenge to China’s intended role and ambitions as a peace broker in the Middle East.

China going all out to attack India-made iPhone 15. This techno-nationalism will isolate it

Some Chinese social media users have even gone on to claim that the new iPhone’s lens is ‘dusty’, while others have accused it of failing to meet European standards.

North Korea-Russia arms deal shows Kremlin running out of good options. Why India must worry

North Korea-Russia arms deal has a regional geopolitical advantage for China — checking the US-South Korea alliance.

Xi’s anti-corruption drive will impact Chinese military. Beijing’s ambitions take a setback

As the Chinese state took control of land rights across the country, the CCP cadre suddenly had enormous power to transfer land for state activities.

Xi purging military brass has a message—It’s CCP that calls shots in China, not PLA

US Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel’s statements suggest he seems to know something that we don’t about the military purge—US may be highly active inside China.

Chinese are running new phishing scams across Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand. It’s a scamdemic

China has a history of working with organised crime syndicates to achieve political goals. This time, it has affected Chinese nationals.

Huawei Mate 60 Pro isn’t just a phone. It’s China telling US you can’t stop my economic growth

Advanced semiconductor chips are pivotal for the next generation of artificial intelligence technologies, which is one reason why the US isn't letting NVIDIA sell directly to Chinese firms.

Chinese economy won’t go bust but get caught in Japan-like limbo. It’s a test of Xi’s model

Renminbi trade to sky-high debts, China is seeing signs of economic distress everywhere. Xi's ‘muddling through’ strategy is just a politically viable option.

China wants to turn BRICS into an anti-G7 grouping. And push yuan instead of common currency

Beijing is targeting to induct countries like Saudi Arabia and Indonesia into BRICS, which are relatively agnostic about Chinese ideas of trade and investment.

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Exact root cause of rosacea skin disease is a mystery. It steals confidence and comfort

No two rosacea stories are the same. While there may be no “cure,” there are many doors that open toward relief, control, and renewed confidence.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.