The US imposed 50% tariffs on India, potentially pushing New Delhi closer to Beijing and Moscow. Prime Minister Modi recently visited China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, where he met with President Xi Jinping. A key focus of their meeting was expected to be strengthening India-China relations, which have improved since past conflicts. Furthermore, Modi also planned to hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, with discussions including the effects of Trump’s tariffs and global conflicts.
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India’s Modi to visit China for first time in 7 years as tensions with US rise, a significant development in the current geopolitical landscape. It’s hard not to notice the undercurrent of shifting alliances and the impact of global power plays, especially when considering the implications for US foreign policy. This trip to China marks a potential turning point, especially given the recent strain in India’s relationship with the United States.
The timing of the visit is particularly interesting. We know that Prime Minister Modi is set to attend a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China, starting August 31st. This summit provides a platform for multilateral discussions, but this specific meeting takes on added weight because of the context.… Continue reading
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1, representing a step toward normalizing relations strained since the 2020 Galwan clash. This visit, his first to China since 2019, occurs amidst India navigating external pressures and the backdrop of China’s support for Pakistan. Discussions at the summit, involving ten member countries, are expected to focus on terrorism, regional security, and trade, with potential bilateral meetings with President Xi Jinping and Russian President Putin.
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