1 hour ago How an SCO development bank could shift the global financial order

At the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Tianjin this week, Chinese President Xi Jinping urged member states to accelerate the creation of an SCO development bank, a proposal that could mark a turning point in Asia’s financial landscape. While headlines focused on the high-profile presence of Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Xi’s proposal points to the SCO’s evolution from a security bloc into a financial actor. Xi also pledged US$1.4...

Economics

3 h. ago Western leaders parse China military parade displaying authoritarian strength

US and European leaders reacted with veneration, concern and stiffened resolve on Wednesday to China’s epic military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Over 25 foreign leaders – including Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un – joined Chinese President Xi Jinping at the showcase event marked by intimidating weaponry and choreographed troop manoeuvres. “I thought it was very, very impressive, but I understood the reason they were doing...

Events

3 h. ago Western leaders parse China military parade displaying national pride

US and European leaders reacted with veneration, concern and stiffened resolve on Wednesday to China’s epic military parade marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Over 25 foreign leaders – including Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un – joined Chinese President Xi Jinping at the showcase event marked by intimidating weaponry and choreographed troop manoeuvres. “I thought it was very, very impressive, but I understood the reason they were doing...

Events

11 h. ago Paraded mainland China weaponry shows Beijing’s focus on Taiwan: analysts

The latest weapons systems featured in China’s Victory Day parade have shown Beijing’s sharp focus on safeguarding its sovereign integrity over Taiwan and its capability to defend against any attempt to break away, analysts observed. Although Taiwan was not directly mentioned in Chinese President Xi Jinping’s keynote address on Wednesday, it is often used by military observers as a yardstick to measure the People’s Liberation Army’s capabilities and progress. The cutting-edge weapons showcased...

Events

32 h. ago Xi reiterates support for Iran nuclear programme amid Western pressure

Chinese President Xi Jinping doubled down on his support for Iran to “safeguard its national sovereignty” and vowed to promote a widely accepted solution to the Iranian nuclear issue as Tehran faces mounting Western pressures over its nuclear programme. “China attaches importance to Iran’s repeated affirmation that it does not seek to develop nuclear weapons, respects Iran’s right to peaceful use of nuclear energy,” Xi told his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, according to state-owned...

Events

35 h. ago Xi urges Russia and Mongolia to block ‘external interference’, forge closer ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping urged Russia and Mongolia to deepen their energy and financial bonds with his country while fending off “external interference” during their first trilateral summit in three years. Beijing, Moscow and Ulaanbaatar must further strengthen “solidarity” amid increasingly turbulent international dynamics, Xi told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa on Tuesday, according to the official Xinhua news agency. “China is ready to...

Politics

64 h. ago SCO summit 2025 live: China's Xi meets Putin and Modi as Trump's shadow looms

SCO summit 2025 live: China's Xi meets Putin and Modi as Trump's shadow looms  Reuters

Politics

66 h. ago 6 takeaways from Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit opening

Chinese President Xi Jinping called on members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) to uphold international fairness and justice while pursuing mutually beneficial economic and cultural cooperation. Xi made the remarks at the official meeting of the SCO leaders during their annual summit in China’s northern city of Tianjin on Monday. Alongside a keynote speech by Xi, leaders from Belarus, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Russia gave...

Politics

67 h. ago PM Modi in China LIVE: Modi meets Putin for bilateral talks, calls for ending Ukraine conflict soon

PM Modi in China LIVE: Modi meets Putin for bilateral talks, calls for ending Ukraine conflict soon  The Hindu

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67 h. ago PM Modi in China LIVE: PM Modi departs for home after concluding ‘productive’ China visit

PM Modi in China LIVE: PM Modi departs for home after concluding ‘productive’ China visit  The Hindu

Society

68 h. ago SCO live: China's Xi meets Putin and Modi as Trump's shadow looms

SCO live: China's Xi meets Putin and Modi as Trump's shadow looms  Reuters

Politics

68 h. ago PM Modi SCO summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi addresses plenary session in China; to hold bilateral meet with Putin

PM Modi SCO summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi addresses plenary session in China; to hold bilateral meet with Putin  The Times of India

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69 h. ago PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: "Exploring Perspective," Says PM Modi On Meeting Putin, Xi At SCO Summit

PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: "Exploring Perspective," Says PM Modi On Meeting Putin, Xi At SCO Summit  NDTV

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2 d. ago PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi To Hold Bilateral With Putin On Sidelines Of SCO Amid Trump Tariffs Row

PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi To Hold Bilateral With Putin On Sidelines Of SCO Amid Trump Tariffs Row  NDTV

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2 d. ago PM Modi SCO summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi to address plenary session; hold bilateral meet with Putin

PM Modi SCO summit 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi to address plenary session; hold bilateral meet with Putin  Times of India

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3 d. ago PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi, Xi Jinping Hold Talks On Peace At Borders, Fighting Terror

PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi, Xi Jinping Hold Talks On Peace At Borders, Fighting Terror  NDTV

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3 d. ago PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi, Xi Jinping Held Talks On Peace At Borders, Fighting Terror

PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi, Xi Jinping Held Talks On Peace At Borders, Fighting Terror  NDTV

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3 d. ago PM Modi China Visit LIVE: PM Modi arrives at SCO summit venue, Xi Jinping welcomes him

PM Modi China Visit LIVE: PM Modi arrives at SCO summit venue, Xi Jinping welcomes him  India Today

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3 d. ago PM Modi in China LIVE: PM Modi says we are committed to take forward our ties, President Xi says it is vital to be friends

PM Modi in China LIVE: PM Modi says we are committed to take forward our ties, President Xi says it is vital to be friends  The Hindu

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3 d. ago PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi Formally Received By Xi Jinping At SCO Summit

PM Modi China Visit Live Updates: PM Modi Formally Received By Xi Jinping At SCO Summit  NDTV

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