China’s Iran-Saudi deal bigger than it looks

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Last week’s deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia brokered by China is a significant success for Beijing, and it could as well change the shape of the Middle East. Still, it’s not clear in which direction it could spin. It may bring benefits to everybody, or it might also increase conflict in the region. The […]Continue Reading

Seattle ban takes on stubborn caste discrimination

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Seattle became the first city in the United States to outlaw caste-based discrimination against immigrants from stigmatized groups in South Asia’s traditional social hierarchy. The ordinance, adding caste to Seattle’s existing anti-discrimination policies, was proposed by Kshama Sawant, the only Indian American councilwoman in the city, which is home to an estimated 75,000 Indian Americans. […]Continue Reading

As China and Russia unite, look to India

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Rapprochement between Russia and China has dramatically accelerated since the former suspended its participation in the New START treaty. Chinese senior diplomat Wang Yi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to affirm the flourishing relations between the two countries and their mutual desire to see a multipolar international order. The Communist Party of China’s new […]Continue Reading

China’s new line-up of top government leaders

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BEIJING: China’s parliament on Sunday (Mar 12) approved the cabinet line-up nominated by Premier Li Qiang, who took office on Saturday in a once-in-five years reshuffle. Also during the National People’s Congress (NPC), Xi Jinping was confirmed for a third five-year term as president. Here are other key personnel movesContinue Reading