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Washington, March 28 – A bipartisan group of US lawmakers announced the introduction of legislation to expand a key multinational space defense coalition to include Indo-Pacific allies such as Japan and South Korea, amid growing concerns over China and Russia's capabilities in space.The...

Washington, March 28 US President Donald Trump said he plans to visit China soon, highlighting his strong personal relationship with President Xi Jinping while emphasizing that the United States continues to compete with Beijing on trade and economic policy.Speaking at the Future Investment...

Islamabad, March 27 Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on Friday and discussed the ongoing efforts for peace in West Asia.Deputy Prime Minister Dar said in a statement on X that he exchanged views with Wang, who is also a member of the Political...

Islamabad, March 27 – Despite Islamabad's attempt to position itself as a mediator in the US-Iran conflict, Tehran returned Pakistan's tanker and blocked its passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran also rejected proposals for talks, including US ceasefire attempts, by dismissing Trump's...

Islamabad, March 27 Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar spoke with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on Friday and discussed the ongoing efforts for peace in West Asia.Deputy Prime Minister Dar said in a statement on X that he exchanged views with Wang, who is also a member of the Political...

New Delhi, March 27 The BJP on Friday called the Congress "dangerous" for India's democracy, alleging that it is part of a "global nexus" which funds organizations to destabilize democracies in different parts of the world.In a post on X, BJP national spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari said that...

New Delhi, March 27 – In a sharp political offensive, BJP leader Pradeep Bhandari has called for an investigation by Fox News Digital to allege a deeper and more systemic “link” between the Congress party and a global network he claims is working to influence democratic processes.Beginning...

Beijing, March 27 China welcomed Nepal’s new Prime Minister, Balendra Shah ('Balen'), as it seeks to reshape Nepal’s two-decade-old policy, which was largely shaped by Communist leaders K P Sharma Oli and Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda, who aimed to bring Kathmandu closer to Beijing, thereby...

New Delhi, March 27 Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal held a meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Wentao on Friday and discussed trade-related issues.The bilateral meeting took place on the sidelines of the 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) in Yaounde, Cameroon."Met Mr. Wang...

Washington, March 27 – US lawmakers warned that foreign actors, including those linked to China, are targeting American universities for espionage and influence.During a House hearing, Chairman Tim Walberg said adversaries are exploiting open academic systems."They are actively competing...

Washington, March 27 – US lawmakers and military commanders warned that the growing threats from China, Russia, and other adversaries are rapidly reshaping the strategic landscape, with space emerging as a frontline domain in any future conflict.Opening a Senate Armed Services Committee...

Washington, March 27 – A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has urged President Donald Trump to press China for the release of a detained Christian pastor when he meets President Xi Jinping next month, citing what they called “ongoing unjust imprisonment and persecution” of religious minorities...

Washington, March 27 – Two US senators have introduced a bipartisan bill to examine delays in arms deliveries to key Indo-Pacific partners.The legislation, called the First Island Chain Deterrence Act, seeks a detailed review of how such delays affect US military readiness in the region...

Washington, March 27. China is adjusting its approach to the Iran conflict, signaling support for de-escalation as it prepares for high-stakes talks with the United States, a former senior US government official said.The remarks come as President Donald Trump plans a visit to China next month...

New Delhi, March 26 India and China have achieved "remarkable" development in the last few decades because of their "hard work," not due to the "generosity" of others, Chinese ambassador Xu Feihong said on Thursday, rejecting claims that outside powers fueled Beijing's economic rise.Xu's...

FGN39 IRAN-INDIA-LD HORMUZIndia among 5 nations granted passage through Strait of Hormuz by TehranTehran/New Delhi: Iran has allowed India and a number of other "friendly nations," including China and Russia, to use the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed...

London, March 26. Pakistan's increasing reliance on China raises concerns about Islamabad's ability to maintain operational autonomy and military sovereignty in a major conflict, given Beijing's apparent involvement in its Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) program.For decades, China...

New Delhi, March 26. Periasamy Kumaran, currently the Secretary (East) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), has been appointed as India's next High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, the MEA announced on Thursday.Kumaran, a 1992 batch Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer, is expected to...

Beijing, March 26 India-China relations have embarked on a "correct path" of improvement, and their shared interests far outweigh differences, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said on Thursday.Under the strategic guidance of the leaders of both countries, China-India relations have embarked on...

Tehran/New Delhi, March 26 Iran has allowed India and several other "friendly nations," including China and Russia, to use the Strait of Hormuz for commercial shipping, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said.Global oil and gas prices have surged after Iran essentially blocked...