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16 Jul

NATO Chief Warns India, China, Brazil of Heavy Sanctions Over Russia Ties Amid Trump’s Ultimatum

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsBrazil, China, Donald Trump, India, Mark Rutte, NATO, secondary sanctions

Washington DC, July 17, 2025: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has issued a stark warning to nations like Brazil, China, and India, cautioning that they could face severe economic consequences if they continue business relations with Russia amid heightened Western pressure over the Ukraine war.Speaking to reporters on Wednesday after meetings with US lawmakers, Rutte urged leaders in Beijing, New Delhi, and Brasília to reassess their ties with Moscow in the wake of looming secondary sanctions threatened by US President Donald Trump.“My encouragement to these three countries, particularly is, if you live now in Beijing, or in Delhi, or you…

06 Jul

Dalai Lama Turns 90, Reaffirms Reincarnation Plan, Draws Fresh Rebuke From China

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsChina, Dalai lama, Dharamsala, reincarnation, Richard Gere, Tibet

Dharamsala, July 6 — The spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists, the Dalai Lama, celebrated his 90th birthday on Sunday amid a week of festivities attended by followers, celebrities, and global leaders, even as his remarks on succession reignited tensions with China.Thousands gathered in Dharamsala, his long-time home in exile, to honor the Nobel laureate, whose influence extends well beyond Buddhism. Among the guests were Hollywood actor Richard Gere, a longtime supporter, and officials from India and the United States.In a birthday message shared on his website, the Dalai Lama described himself as “just a simple Buddhist monk,” pledging to continue…

23 Jun

US Urges China to Prevent Iran from Shutting Down Strait of Hormuz Amid Soaring Tensions

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsAmerica, China, Donald Trump, Iran, Israel

Washington/Beijing (National Times): Amid escalating Middle East tensions, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has urged China to intervene diplomatically and stop Iran from potentially closing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital chokepoint for global oil shipments. Rubio’s appeal comes in response to reports from Iran's state-run Press TV, which stated that the Iranian parliament had approved a proposal to shut the Strait. However, the final decision rests with Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. The Strait, a narrow waterway between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, facilitates the passage of nearly 20% of the global oil supply. Speaking…

19 Jun

China, Egypt Urge Immediate Ceasefire Amid Escalating Middle East Crisis

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsChina, egypt, Iran, Israel

Beijing/Cairo (National Times) — In a crucial diplomatic exchange, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held a phone call with his Egyptian counterpart Badr Abdelatty to discuss the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Middle East, expressing deep concern over Israel's recent military actions and the escalating regional tensions. Wang Yi sharply criticized Israel’s operations, stating that its conduct “disregards international law and global norms,” warning that such actions risk pushing the region to the brink of uncontrollable conflict. He called on all parties—particularly Israel—to prioritize the safety, well-being, and interests of people across the region. “China is deeply concerned that the…

14 May

Chinese State Media Outlet ‘Global Times’ Withheld in India Amid Rising Tensions Over Misinformation

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New Delhi (National Time): In a notable move reflecting growing concerns over misinformation and propaganda, the official account of China’s state-run media outlet, Global Times, has been withheld in India. The action, observed on Wednesday, was carried out in response to a legal demand from Indian authorities. When users in India attempt to access the Global Times account on social media platform X (formerly Twitter), a message now reads: “@globaltimesnews has been withheld in IN in response to a legal demand.” The development comes shortly after X disclosed on May 8 that it had received executive orders from the Indian…

14 May

“Arunachal Is, Was, and Will Be India”: Delhi Blasts China’s Latest Naming Game

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaArunachal Pradesh, China, India

New Delhi (National Times): In a firm and unequivocal message to Beijing, India has dismissed China’s latest attempt to rename several locations in Arunachal Pradesh, calling it a “senseless and futile exercise.” The Ministry of External Affairs declared on Wednesday that such actions will never alter the ground reality. Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the MEA, said: "We categorically reject these attempts. Creative naming will not change the fact that Arunachal Pradesh is, and will always remain, an integral and inalienable part of India." The statement follows China’s issuance of a new list of “standardised” names for locations inside Arunachal Pradesh…

28 Apr

China Backs Pakistan, Calls for Calm as India-Pakistan Tensions Rise

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsChina, Pakistan

New Delhi (National Times): After the Pahalgam Attack, China has thrown its weight behind Pakistan, voicing support for its sovereignty and security amid escalating tensions with India following the Pahalgam terror attack. In a phone call on Sunday, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi assured his Pakistani counterpart, Ishaq Dar, that Beijing remains a firm supporter of Pakistan’s counterterrorism efforts and its national security imperatives. He also called for an "impartial investigation" into the terror attack that claimed 26 lives. The situation between India and Pakistan has rapidly deteriorated since the attack, with India moving to suspend the Indus Waters Treaty…

28 Apr

Pakistan Urges Russia and China to Join Pahalgam Terror Attack Investigation

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsChina, International Investigation, Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan, Russia

Islamabad, April 28, 2025 – In a significant diplomatic move, Pakistan has urged Russia and China to participate in an international investigation into the Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 people dead, including 25 Indian nationals and one Nepali citizen, in Jammu and Kashmir earlier this month.According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, Islamabad maintains that it had no role in the brutal attack. Pakistani officials have dismissed India's allegations of cross-border terrorism, describing them as "baseless" and "politically motivated." In an effort to bolster its claims of innocence, Pakistan formally suggested that neutral parties such as Russia and China be involved…

04 Apr

China hits back against Donald Trump’s tariffs

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsChina, US President, US-China Relations

National Times Bureau (Rajeev Sharma), April 4, 2025: US President Donald Trump has imposed import tariffs on China totalling 54%, but that figure didn’t come all at once. Since returning to the White House in January, Trump raised tariffs on Chinese imports to 20%. Then earlier this week, Washington brought in a new set of "reciprocal" tariffs for countries around the world and the rate for China is 34%. It means China's retaliatory tariff matches the one Trump introduced earlier this week. China files lawsuit against US tariffs with WTO and China’s response to US tariffs, after Beijing says it’s…

21 Mar

Trump Signals Limits to Musk’s Role in US Strategic Affairs Over Business Interests in China

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsChina, Elon Musk, National Security, Trump, U.S. Government

Washington, March 21, 2025 – President Donald Trump hinted at limits to Elon Musk’s involvement in U.S. government strategic matters, citing Musk’s business interests in China as a potential conflict of interest. During an Oval Office meeting on the development of a new fighter jet, Trump addressed reports suggesting that Musk would be briefed on U.S. military strategies, particularly regarding China.Trump, acknowledging Musk’s business dealings in China—where the billionaire operates manufacturing facilities for his Tesla vehicles—indicated that such ties could make Musk susceptible to Chinese influence. “Elon has businesses in China,” Trump remarked, “and he would be susceptible, perhaps, to…