China's network of influence operations has been active for some time, but the new details in the NYT article brought together how Beijing seeks to exert influence through proxies.
Xi Jinping may have spoilt Chinese billionaire party. But his decade-long anti-corruption campaign has only made the world of art auctions more attractive to those with ill-gotten wealth.
CCP-controlled China Investment Corporation replaced Norway’s SWF as the world’s largest sovereign wealth fund. While the latter reported a loss in 2022, CIC has reported a profitable return.
Although Chinese President Xi Jinping struck a conciliatory tone during the meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, it is clear that he wants a truce on his own terms.
China has asked Press Trust of India reporter KJM Varma to leave Beijing by the end of the month. The latest expulsion has left Indian media organisations in a blind state.
It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.
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.
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.
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.
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