Chinese premier Li Qiang is visiting Ireland for talks on China's relations with Europe
• 1 year agoLi, a close confidant of Chinese President Xi Jinping, was appointed last March as the country's No. 2 leader and top economic official. A former party secretary for Shanghai, he enforced a strict “zero-COVID” lockdown on Shanghai in 2022.
China unveils plan for massive ‘silver economy’ to serve elderly
Fp Staff • 1 year agoBeijing aims to enlist the support of both state and private sector entities which will be incentivised to customise consumer products, including clothing, vehicles, and food, to cater specifically to the requirements of elderly, according to a report, citing citing a State Council outline
Vantage | How West's 'de-risking' is hurting China, helping India
The Vantage Take • 1 year agoForeign investors are diversifying their portfolios away from China, exploring alternatives in various sectors
Chinese Premier Li Qiang to attend virtual G20 Summit
Fp Staff • 1 year agoIndia holds the presidency of G20 till November 30. The virtual summit will further discussions on the key outcomes and action points decided upon at the annual conclave of the grouping that was held in September
East Asia Summit avoids a fumble as big powers give it a miss
Gurjit Singh • 1 year agoNone of the three big powers — the US, Russia, China — were present at the East Asia Summit, denuding it of significance. But the absence of the leaders did not mean the absence of contradictions and controversy
China slams UK spying reports as 'political farce'
• 1 year agoChina has lashed out at media reports alleging a man who was arrested on suspicion of espionage was gathering intelligence for Beijing, labelling the claim a "political farce"
India's exceptionally flawless G20 presidency: A pleasant and unexpected triumph
Gurjit Singh • 1 year agoThe G20 presidency has indisputably thrust India onto the global stage, recognising it as a significant nation with a strong economy, a dedication to the Global South and the capability to shape agendas aligned with these goals
US outreach to Vietnam about providing global stability, not containing China, says Biden
• 1 year agoPresident Biden said Sunday his visit to Vietnam to showcase stronger ties with Hanoi was not about trying to start a “cold war” with China, but rather was part of a broader effort to provide global stability by building US relationships throughout Asia at a time of tensions with Beijing
G20 Summit: Who is arriving in India and when?
Fp Explainers • 1 year agoUS president Joe Biden, UK PM Rishi Sunak, Japan PM Fumio Kishida are among the world leaders arriving in New Delhi today. More than 30 head of state representatives, including those from the EU, invited guest nations, and 14 heads of international institutions, will also be attending the mega event
Beyond the geopolitical deadlock at G20, Biden’s bilateral with Modi may deliver tangible outcomes and roadmaps
Sreemoy Talukdar • 1 year agoBiden’s visit is expected to consolidate and take forward the significant gains from PM Modi’s state visit to the US