A look back on US’ unpredictable foreign policy in Trump’s 1st term
Prior responses to North Korean provocations swung from confrontation to summits that ended in vain.
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Chinese President Xi calls for stable, healthy Sino-US ties
In the message, President Xi pointed out that history has shown how cooperation between China and the US can bring benefits to both sides, while rivalry can bring harm.
India cancels consular camps in Toronto after Canada fails to provide security protection
The announcement by the consulate in Toronto comes days after anti-India elements indulged in violence at a consular camp organised by the Indian Consulate at the Hindu Sabha…
As higher US tariffs loom, Southeast Asia could struggle to compete with flood of cheap Chinese goods
While this may be good news for consumers, it means that the region’s own exports will become far less competitive, affecting economic growth and jobs.
Musk’s ‘pivotal role’ in Trump’s victory
The billionaire financially supported the Republican’s campaign and acted as a policy advisor and promoter.
US allies Japan, South Korea seek quick rapport with Trump amid security concerns
While their predecessors had been successful in winning over the US President, earning them the moniker “Trump whisperer”, the ability of Japan PM Shigeru Ishiba and South…
A deep dive into life of US President-elect Donald Trump
On his early life and by his own admission, Trump was not an easy child and in the eighth grade, his parents sent him to the New York Military Academy in hopes of instilling…
EU, Philippines reaffirm commitment to promoting and respecting human rights
In a statement, the EU said the co-chairs underscored that the meeting provides a valuable platform for dialogue on how to sustain and further strengthen cooperation between the…
Beijing says it has consistent US policy, as Asian nations react to Trump’s win
The US and China, as strategic competitors, have clashed on a wide range of issues, from trade to technology to national security. Most observers did not expect a significant…
PM Modi congratulates Trump on poll victory, offers to work for global peace
Amid optimism in New Delhi over Donald Trump’s victory in the US presidential election, PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday congratulated his ”friend” Trump and offered to work…