Tuesday, 21 March, 2023
TopicChina-Taiwan relations

Topic: China-Taiwan relations

Biden and Xi shake hands in Bali but show they won’t stop blunting each other’s strengths

Aadil Brar -
China didn't put out a single narrative on the Russia-Ukraine conflict. But there is no doubt that Beijing is uneasy about the Russian army’s dismal performance in Ukraine.

Why military is more for asserting political will, not just about controlling territory

Shekhar Gupta -
No matter what tactics, doctrine, or weapon system is used, the objective of any war is to control territory, argues Gen. MM Naravane (retd). But it's politics that matters most.

US-China ‘cold war’ over chips has a lesson — India needs more Dholeras

+TFP Sheela Bhatt -
The US can deny India advanced technologies in the same way that it has denied nuclear technology and know-how of the F series fighter jets.

Taiwan states it will not back down on its sovereignty

Reuters -
The statement from the presidential office came after Xi Jinping's speech where he said that China will never renounce the use of force over Taiwan.

Will never renounce ‘right to use force’, up to Chinese people to resolve issue, Xi says

Yew Lun Tian -
Speaking at Communist Party Congress opening ceremony, Xi said China always 'respected' Taiwan and was committed to promoting economic and cultural exchanges between the 2 nations.

Kamala Harris condemns China for ‘disturbing’ actions, pledges to deepen US ties with Taiwan

Trevor Hunnicutt -
Harris said that China 'flexes' power to intimidate its neighbours, as is being seen in Taiwan. She also stated that the US would continue to operate 'undaunted' in the province.

Grappling with increased Chinese aggression, Taiwan hikes defence expenses for 2023

ANI -
With a budget of USD 17.3 billion, Taiwan seeks to put in place new advanced combat jets and programs for elevating sea and air combat capability.

Indians are jumping through hoops to get into China—charter planes amid sky-high prices

Aadil Brar -
Indian businessmen will reach the world's 'small commodities capital'. China is allowing foreigners to return for the first time since the pandemic started.

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Air quality is better but not enough to banish air purifiers. Here are options for your room & car

Sahil Mohan Gupta -
What’s the solution for people who cannot leave Delhi? Air purifiers from Dyson's expensive range to Xiaomi's affordable ones can be of help.
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Economy

NFRA to conduct audit quality inspections of five audit firms

Manoj Rammohan -
New Delhi, Nov 16 (PTI) The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) will carry out audit quality inspections of five audit firms, including the...

Defence

The Defence Services Staff College in Wellington | Image credit: dssc.gov.in

In a first, six women officers to enter prestigious Defence Services Staff College

Snehesh Alex Philip -
As many as 15 women appeared for the examination, out of which six were selected, including one who has made it to the course along with her husband. 

National Interest

Why military is more for asserting political will, not just about controlling territory

Shekhar Gupta -
No matter what tactics, doctrine, or weapon system is used, the objective of any war is to control territory, argues Gen. MM Naravane (retd). But it's politics that matters most.

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