'Taiwan has always been a target of intimidation by China'

'If the situation deteriorates and there is further escalation, the USA is in preparedness.' IMAGE: US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi, left, with Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen.......

Why China Is Worried About Hong Kong

'Although Hong Kong weathered many a storm and displayed a remarkable resilience to bounce back, the developments in the territory have raised question marks with regard to its future stability and......

Xi's domestic challenges in the months ahead

There is simmering disquiet in the Communist party and the world is watching as to what can unfold in China in the days to come ahead of next year's party congress, notes Rup Narayan Das. IMAGE:......

India-US relations: The elephant in the room

The greatest challenge before India is how to strike a fine balance of its relationship between its neighbour and strategic rival China, and the US, says Rup Narayan Das. One country that will......