China Factor

Beyond the Lines | The politics of risks: Why geopolitics matters more than ever to businesses and economies

Governments, business leaders and corporations would do well to work in tandem to anticipate and balance risks to global business emanating from a potential expansion of war or continuation of conflict or from Chinese expansionist designs

2024 is the year of reckoning for India, Indians and Indian politics

A review of Minhaz Merchant’s new book, ‘Modi: The Challenge of 2024’

How despite challenges IMEC initiative is ‘a real big deal’

Through the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, the participating countries have unequivocally declared that there is another game in town, better than the Belt and Road Initiative

How India is diversifying its economic partnerships to reduce a $60 billion trade deficit with China

By diversifying economic partnerships and fostering ties with like-minded nations, India aims to establish itself as a linchpin of stability and growth, contributing to a more balanced and multipolar world order

Head-on | Why the India-Middle East-Europe corridor is a geopolitical game-changer

The real impact of IMEC is geopolitical. With countries involved in China’s Belt and Road Initiative struggling with debt, IMEC provides an alternative route from east to west

Former defence chiefs in Taiwan: How mutual security concerns emanating from China influence New Delhi-Taipei ties

By pursuing a nuanced approach that combines economic cooperation, strategic partnerships, and principled support for democratic values, India can position itself as a responsible regional power while navigating the complexities of its relationship with China

How China is pushing into Indian Ocean Region through its 'Global Security Initiative'

GSI includes the implementation of four major initiatives: the Belt and Road Initiative, the Health Silk Road, the Digital Silk Road, and the Global Development Initiative. These initiatives demonstrate China's efforts to increase its presence and influence in the IOR and around the world