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‘High-quality growth’ target of 4.5-5% outlined at Two Sessions as Chinese premier talks of complex situations at home and abroadWhat are China’s Two Sessions and why do they matter?China has set its target for GDP growth to a record low of 4.5-5%, the…
Among the 3,000 delegates is former athlete who sits as an independent on the National People’s CongressWhat are China’s Two Sessions and why do they matter?More generals purged as gather in BeijingAmong the generally drab lineup of mostly middle-aged …
The Indian Army is set to significantly enhance its artillery capabilities with a major order for 300 indigenous Dhanush Howitzers.This procurement, expected to be cleared imminently by a high-level Defence Ministry meeting, aims to raise 15 full regiments equipped with these advanced 155 mm 45-calibre guns.This marks the second substantial contract for the Dhanush platform, following an earlier
Chinese policymakers and the public have expressed high levels of optimism about A.I., even as many in the West worry about the technology’s effects on employment or humanity in general.
Annual political gathering kicks off this week in Beijing with the economy, technology and the military high on the agendaMore generals purged as Chinese delegates gather for eventChina’s annual Two Sessions meetings begin this week, with thousands of …
Beijing’s foreign ministry urges ‘all parties’ to avoid escalation as number of crossings drops 60% in one dayHow escalating Iran conflict is driving up oil and gas prices – a visual guideBusiness live – latest updatesThe Chinese government has called …
China calls it unacceptable to ‘kill leader of sovereign state’, while South Africa questions ‘pre-emptive’ justificationMiddle East crisis – live updatesThe US-Israeli war on Iran has been condemned as illegal across much of the global south, with Chi…
Beijing has condemned the U.S.-backed strikes on Iran, a close partner. Yet with trade talks looming, it is unlikely to risk a rupture with Washington.
India is accelerating efforts to bolster its air defence capabilities with plans to acquire five additional squadrons of the Russian S-400 Triumf system, known domestically as Sudarshan. This move follows reports of its exceptional performance during Operation Sindoor against Pakistan last year.The decision comes amid growing strategic needs along India’s eastern and western fronts. Defence
Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, S Paul Kapur, has arrived in New Delhi for a three-day visit spanning 1 to 3 March 2026, underscoring the United States’ steadfast commitment to bolstering its strategic partnership with India.The US Embassy in India welcomed Kapur via a post on X, expressing anticipation for productive engagements with Indian counterparts to