Brussels, May 16 (IANS) China’s Taiwan policy reflects concerns over losing control of the historical narrative, domestic comparison, diplomatic influence and strategic containment. Taiwan represents a distinct governance model that contrasts with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) – “a living rebuttal to the idea that Chinese identity requires authoritarian rule,” a report mentioned this week. Writing for the European Times, Khedroob Thondup, the nephew of the Dalai Lama, said that Beijing c…
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New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Global oil prices surged sharply this week, with benchmark crude contracts ending Friday’s session more than 3 per cent higher, after renewed tensions between the United States and Iran dampened hopes of a near-term breakthrough over the Strait of Hormuz — one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes.Brent crude futures settled at $109.26 a barrel, gaining $3.54 or 3.35 per cent on Friday, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude ended at $105.42 a bar…
Washington, May 16 (IANS) US President Donald Trump defended US military operations linked to Iran and insisted Tehran’s military capabilities had been severely damaged.Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while travelling to Anchorage, Alaska, Trump said, “We had a total military victory,” claiming the United States had destroyed Iran’s naval and air assets and degraded missile production facilities.Trump also mentioned that he had agreed to the ceasefire despite reservations, des…
Washington, May 16 (IANS) The high-profile summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered symbolism and strategic messaging but produced few concrete breakthroughs, according to leading China experts at the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR).The experts said the Beijing summit helped stabilise tensions temporarily after last year’s bruising trade confrontation, but failed to resolve deeper disputes over Taiwan, technology controls, tariffs, rare earth miner…
Washington, May 16 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said he held extensive discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Taiwan, artificial intelligence, Iran, trade, cyber operations and nuclear arms reduction, describing the talks as “very historic” and signalling a possible easing of tensions between the world’s two largest economies.Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One while travelling to Anchorage, Alaska, Trump repeatedly praised Xi and said the two leaders had developed “…
Washington, May 16 (IANS) U.S. President Donald Trump said Friday that Chinese President Xi Jinping strongly opposes any move toward Taiwan independence, while also claiming the two leaders reached a “very good understanding” on Iran, trade and artificial intelligence during talks in China. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Anchorage, Alaska, Trump described Xi as “an incredible guy” and said the visit produced major commercial agreements, including what he called a …
Beijing, May 15 (IANS) US President Donald Trump said Friday he discussed North Korea with Chinese President Xi Jinping during their summit in Beijing this week, as he has expressed his desire to re-engage with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.Trump made the remarks in a meeting with reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Washington after a three-day visit to Beijing, according to Reuters, Yonhap news agency reported.It remains uncertain exactly what he and Xi discussed about North Korea. But…
Beijing, May 15 (IANS) When US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Beijing this week, their cordial exchange of pleasantries, a firm handshake and emphasis on cooperation fueled cautious optimism about relations between the two superpowers.However, a lack of major breakthroughs on complex issues, including the status of Taiwan, underscored the persistent challenges facing the Sino-US relationship amid increasingly rancorous competition over trade, security and technolo…
Washington, May 15 (IANS) Indian-American Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has demanded that President Donald Trump publicly disclose any China-linked financial interests involving himself, his family, or senior administration officials as Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing.In a letter sent on Thursday, Krishnamoorthi said Americans “deserve confidence” that US policy towards China is being driven by national interests and not private business considerations.“Given the nati…
Washington, May 15 (IANS) Chinese President Xi Jinping has warned US President Donald Trump that mishandling Taiwan could lead to “clashes and even conflicts” as the two leaders opened high-stakes talks in Beijing aimed at stabilising relations between the world’s two largest economies amid tensions over trade, technology and Iran, according to multiple media reports.According to reports by The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times and CNN, the warning came during Tr…