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Eye On China

Beijing has a chance to broker peace in Ukraine. It’s a Trump tactic, say the Chinese

At the Munich Security Conference, Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi called Ukraine a 'friend'. This carries considerable weight in China’s diplomatic lexicon.

Is China’s FDI declining? Weibo users, analysts reject mass exodus theory

An article in the People’s Daily argues that foreign capital is not vanishing but shifting—moving away from traditional sectors toward high-tech and service industries.

‘All-weather friendship’ with Pakistan is increasingly becoming a liability for China

A spate of terrorist attacks targeting Chinese nationals in Pakistan has only deepened China’s scepticism regarding Pakistan’s reliability as a key partner.

DeepSeek is the dawn of a new world order, say the Chinese

In Chinese discourse, DeepSeek’s emergence is seen as proof of China’s formidable AI strength—especially after the US tech export restrictions, which triggered fierce competition.

Chinese reacted to Trump speech on EVs, climate with one word. Opportunity

European leaders, including EU President Ursula von der Leyen, have adopted less critical rhetoric toward China. This signals EU’s recognition of viable alternatives to the US.

Will Quad weaken in the new Trump era? Chatter in China is all abuzz

Quad foreign ministers, invited to Trump’s inauguration on 20 January, may convene the following day. In China, discussions swirl around what Trump 2.0 might mean for the Quad.

China leads semiconductor race despite US sanctions. Still relying on foreign tech though

The so-called ‘showdown of the century’ between the two nations’ semiconductor industries has driven China’s innovation, fuelled by market demand and US restrictions.

China’s 6th-gen fighter jets can provoke an arms race. The US is now upstaged

China’s investment in sixth-generation aircraft not only modernises its military but also bolsters its technological edge, strategic depth, and multi-mission capabilities.

China’s 2025 foreign policy—Trump uncertainty could push Beijing closer to Europe

China’s most critical international relationship remains with the US. With Donald Trump returning to the presidency, China-US relations are expected to face intensified challenges.

China’s 2025 economic agenda – boost domestic consumption, create buffer against Trump

China’s prioritisation of domestic consumption marks a departure from its earlier emphasis on science-driven innovation and initiatives.

On Camera

Indians have a complicated relationship with Zohran Mamdani

Mamdani’s politics feels unusual compared to India’s current climate. He unapologetically foregrounds Muslim identity at a time when doing so in India invites scrutiny.

What does NCLAT order mean for data-sharing ban, penalty imposed by CCI on Meta & WhatsApp

On 4 November 2025, NCLAT bench, comprising Chairperson Justice Ashok Bhushan and Member Arun Baroka, noted that WhatsApp and Meta are distinct legal entities.

‘Let them see’: Putin says new nuclear-powered missiles in the making, in message to Washington

At a ceremony felicitating Russian military engineers, Putin highlights Moscow’s 'parity' in defence technologies for the next century.

Trump’s trade wars have rewritten powerplay, but India didn’t get the memo

This world is being restructured and redrawn by one man, and what’s his power? It’s not his formidable military. It’s trade. With China, it turned on him.