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The Diplomat
7 hours ago
- Politics
- The Diplomat
India Seeks to Stabilize Newly Thawed Relations With China
India's Minister for External Affairs S Jaishankar's meetings with China's President Xi Jinping, Foreign Minister Wang Yi, and Liu Jianchao, head of the International Department of the Chinese Communist Party, on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization foreign ministers' meeting in Beijing signal that the two neighbors are interested in normalizing relations. Jaishankar's visit to Beijing was the first to the Chinese capital since India and China clashed violently along their disputed border at Galwan in Ladakh on June 15, 2020. The meetings on the sidelines of the SCO summit provided the two sides with an opportunity to take stock of recent efforts to improve bilateral relations that had frayed significantly over the past five years. Both sides had mobilized a large number of troops along the Line of Actual Control, the de facto border, and built up military and other infrastructure. Several rounds of talks took place between top military commanders of the two countries and these resulted in troops pulling back from five of seven friction points in Ladakh. However, agreement was elusive disengagement at two friction points, and tensions continued to simmer. Then in October last year, India and China reached an agreement on patrolling arrangements and disengagement of troops from the last two friction points, paving the way for a meeting between Xi and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of a BRICS summit at Kazan in Russia. Since the Xi-Modi meeting at Kazan, relations have moved in a 'positive direction,' according to Jaishankar. In the months since, Indian National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Defense Minister Rajnath Singh have travelled to China, as has Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri. In Beijing, Jaishankar observed that ties are improving and underlined the responsibility of both sides to 'maintain that momentum.' The normalization of bilateral relations was due to the resolution of frictions and the ability of both sides to maintain peace and tranquility along their border, he said. This was key to developing mutual strategic trust and bilateral relations. 'It is now incumbent on us to address other aspects related to the border, including de-escalation,' Jaishankar said, drawing attention to the tens of thousands of troops still amassed on the border, though disengaged from the eyeball-to-eyeball situation that they were locked in previously. Jaishankar thanked China for reopening a pilgrimage route to Kailash Mansarovar, a site that Hindus revere, in China after a gap of five years. Building people-to-people relations could promote mutually beneficial cooperation, he said. Equally essential was the avoidance of restrictive trade measures, Jaishankar said. Recently, Indian media reports pointed to China imposing restrictions on the export of critical minerals used in the manufacture of a wide range of products, including personal electronics and military hardware, to India. China, which dominates the critical minerals production and export supply chain, announced that the curbs on exports of these metals in April were in retaliation for U.S. President Donald Trump's imposition of tariffs on China. India is heavily dependent on China for imports that support its electronic, engineering and pharmaceutical industries. In 2024-25, India's trade deficit with China was almost $100 billion. There are concerns in New Delhi that this deficit will increase. The Chinese readouts on the two meetings Jaishankar had in Beijing steered clear of any controversy. The statement on Jaishankar's meeting with Chinese Vice President Han Zheng's meeting with Jaishankar said that as 'major developing countries and important members of the Global South, China and India should be partners that help each other succeed.' It added that the two sides must 'advance practical cooperation, respect each other's concerns,' and promote China-India relations. The Chinese statement following the Wang-Jaishankar meeting described India and China as 'two major Eastern civilizations and major emerging economies living adjacent to each other.' Given this, 'the essence of China-India relations lies in how to live in harmony and help each other succeed,' it said. Given the tone and tenor of statements from both sides, it would be natural to think that India and China ties are poised to move in an upward trajectory. But a closer look reveals the many problems complicating an already complex relationship. Since 1962, when India and China fought a border war, ties have been riddled by suspicion, especially over their unsettled border. Additionally, China's close relations with India's arch-rival Pakistan have been a source of concern for Delhi. China and Pakistan describe each other as 'all-weather strategic cooperative partners' with an ''ironclad'' friendship between them. This friendship extends to the military and nuclear domain – which India has repeatedly flagged. While this has been known for decades, the support China extended to Pakistan during the recent May 7-10 India-Pakistan military clashes has drawn India's ire, especially since such support came amid Indian efforts to improve ties with Beijing. Pakistan used Chinese-origin fighter jets, Chinese PL-15 missiles, and drones, highlighting deep levels of cooperation. It reaffirmed what Indian military strategists have been raising for decades – the challenges India faces in having to fight a two-front war along its hostile borders. Deputy Chief of the Indian Army, Lt Gen Rahul R. Singh, said earlier this month that India had to deal with three adversaries during Operation Sindoor – Pakistan being the 'front face' and China and Türkiye providing vital support to it. Given Pakistan's use of Chinese-made weapons, China was able to test its hardware in a live conflict scenario, he said, describing the situation as a 'live lab' available to China. Besides this, China has also backed Pakistan at international fora where India has tried to spotlight Islamabad's support to anti-India terrorist groups. India believes that China's unstinted support to Pakistan and its reluctance to resolve its border problem with New Delhi by clearly delineating its frontier are aimed at keeping India pinned down in South Asia, stymying India's ambitions to emerge as a global power or a key pole in a multipolar world. Adding to New Delhi's suspicions about Chinese intentions is Beijing's efforts to create a new South Asian grouping to replace the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), which comprises India, Afghanistan, Bhutan, Bangladesh, Maldives, Nepal and Sri Lanka as its members. SAARC has not met since 2014; Afghanistan, India, Bhutan and Bangladesh pulled out of the summit that Pakistan was to host in 2016, citing Islamabad's support for terrorism. In the context of trilateral cooperation between China, Pakistan and Afghanistan on the one hand, and China, Pakistan and Bangladesh on the other, the prospects of a new China-led South Asian regional grouping have brightened. This is of concern to India. Last but not the least, is the question of the Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama. The presence of the Dalai Lama and tens of thousands of refugees in India and the fact that the Tibetan government-in-exile is headquartered in India has riled Beijing for decades. Earlier this month, the 90-year-old Tibetan leader said the institution of the Dalai Lama would continue after his death, with the Gaden Phodrang Trust picking his reincarnation. The announcement incensed China, which said that the 15th Dalai Lama would need its recognition as well. Also angering Beijing was Indian minister Kiren Rijiju's remark that only the current Dalai Lama and conventions established by him could decide on identifying his successor. Officially, the Indian foreign ministry said the Indian government had no position on religious matters. But in deeming the Dalai Lama's reincarnation a 'religious matter' that it had no comment about, New Delhi seemed to suggest it would not intervene when the Gaden Phodrang Trust identifies the reincarnation. That could mean that India would stay silent on Beijing's choice of the 15th Dalai Lama too. Beijing is keen on India endorsing its choice of the Dalai Lama. Following Rijiju's remark, China called on India to act cautiously on Tibet-related issues. Chinese embassy spokesperson Yu Jing posted on X that members of the strategic and academic communities, including former officials, had made 'improper remarks' regarding the reincarnation of the Dalai Lama. 'In reality, (the) Xizang-related (Tibet-related) issue is a thorn in China-India relations,' Yu said in the post, shortly after the Indian foreign ministry announced Jaishankar's China visit. Things may be looking up on the India-China front, but the road ahead to normalization is riddled with potholes. Testing times lie ahead for India as it tries to balance these challenges while seeking a working relationship with China in a turbulent and unpredictable world.
Express Tribune
a day ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
From maps to minerals
Listen to article China's recent actions on India's northern frontier have gone beyond mere symbolism. From altering maps to weaponising minerals, the intent is clear: to recast geopolitical narratives in Beijing's favour while undermining India's sovereignty. The depiction of Jammu & Kashmir as "Occupied Kashmir" and Arunachal Pradesh as "South Tibet" on official Chinese maps is a strategic move, not a cartographic slip. It is the sign of ever-tougher stance, as geography is turned into the instrument of policy — or, rather, the instrument of influence. Take for instance the re-designation of Ladakh as "Chinese territory" and the integration of Aksai Chin into Xinjiang's administrative structure. These are bureaucratic acts with military and diplomatic weight. When a state sets on the institutionalisation of its claims, it is not just doing the same in preparation of international negotiations, but long-term strategic consolidation as well. The Line of Actual Control which was infested with tensions experiences even more tensions when such pressures are mounted. Yet the map is only one layer. Economic coercion now forms a parallel front. It is not surprising to see China suspending its export of rare earth magnets to India especially since the magnets are important in both the auto industry and the defence sector. This is following the India blockade of any Chinese tech firms such as Huawei or TikTok. In that regard, China is playing with power of dominance in its critical supply chains. It is not just retaliation on India although it must be seen as sending a common message: decoupling with China has its costs. This pressure is so subtle and effective that it makes it insidious. To make the situation worse, India is caught between a two-front dilemma. Those stand-offs with border contention against China and Pakistan are getting combined. Be that as it may, the strategic net is woven the same way; Indian bandwidth is exhausted. It has to cope not only with physical defence but with the economic and diplomatic effect of two antagonist sides. This will have a pinch effect as the regional fault-lines intensify which can be seen to create a weak spot in India in terms of military deterrence as well as economic resilience. Compounding the challenge, China, with its expanding regional influence and growing engagement in South Asian geopolitics, is subtly positioning itself as a potential arbiter in the Kashmir issue, thereby inserting itself into one of India's most sensitive domestic matters. Meanwhile, the Pak-China synergy, going beyond CPEC, is matured into an enlarged regional combination that is currently extending to the incorporation of Afghanistan, Iran and Central Asia. These backbones are not merely economic backbones, they are turning around the strategic houses of the region. The outreach via Afghanistan is associated with several advantages: it enhances the use of transit, the reconstruction, and the prevention of extremism along vulnerable boundaries. A more stable western frontier of Pakistan and China is an economic advantage as well as cushioning them against unrest spilling over from Afghanistan. Ultimately, the lines being redrawn - both on maps and through policies - reveal a seismic shift. China, with Pakistan as a strategic partner, is not just challenging India. It is reshaping South Asia's geopolitical reality. For India, the response must go beyond reaction. It must think in terms of long-term regional recalibration, economic self-reliance and narrative control. It's because the battlefield now stretches from borders to supply chains, from digital bans to diplomatic boards. And in this new terrain, ambiguity is no longer an option.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
Future of $1tn megacity The Line hangs by a thread as Saudi rulers ‘check feasibility' of mad scandal-hit vanity project
THE future of the $1 trillion megacity The Line is hanging on by a thread as Saudi rulers are checking the "feasibility" of the mad scandal-hit vanity project. Advertisement 12 The design plan for the 500-metre tall parallel structures, known collectively as The Line, in the heart of the Red Sea megacity NEOM Credit: AFP 12 The mirrored city was to extend 106 miles and house 1.5 million residents Credit: NEOM 12 The city was later reduced by a laughable 99 per cent to stretch just 1.5 miles and house only 300,000 people Credit: NEOM/AFP The Within the site is to be Now, Saudi Arabia has desperately asked consulting firms The ultra-rich kingdom's public investment fund, or PIF, asked consultants to determine whether its Advertisement read more news The government could decide that no changes are necessary and the project can continue as planned, sources said. And any changes would have to be agreed by executives at the PIF followed by the government itself. "The Line remains a strategic priority and Neom is focused on maintaining operational continuity, improving efficiencies and accelerating progress to match the overall vision and objectives of the project." Advertisement Most read in The US Sun The assessment emphasises just how much the kingdom looks to revise project under its As oil prices lower and foreign investments become weaker, alongside budget shortfalls, Saudi Arabia has been forced to make tough decisions on what it wants to prioritise and at what pace is taken. And The Line isn't the only Saudi mega-project that's struggling to bear fruit. Fellow Advertisement The project was the first to open at Neom but was halted over various issues like design flaws, sources added to Bloomberg. LIFE ON 'THE LINE' The Line is to be a car-free, three-dimensional and high-density metropolis that challenges conventional urban planning, a top boss on the build said a few months ago. Neom Chief Development Officer Denis Hickey shed light on Saudi Arabia's crown jewel construction and what life would be like living inside the revolutionary urban environment. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, the boss offered an in-depth look at some of the details of the city such as its 'innovative Advertisement Hickey said: 'The Line is not just about compact urban living; it's about redefining city life to prioritise human well-being over congestion.' The boss explained that instead of sprawling neighbourhoods, the city will be a linear, vertical "landscraper" structure with modular sections stacked on top of one another to maximise space efficiency. 12 Aerial pics in December showed the incomplete Line project 12 The Line isn't the only Saudi mega-project that's struggling to bear fruit Credit: NEOM/AFP Advertisement 12 Graphic renders of the metropolis show that it will be encased in two long mirrored skyscrapers lying sideways He continued: 'Everything you need will be within a five-minute walk… The megaproject will be 500 metres tall, and create a canyon-like structure allowing residents to move upwards, downwards and sideways easily. In a blow to motorheads, Advertisement Hickey added: 'Urban sprawl is outdated - we are moving beyond the old way of expanding cities by simply adding more roads. 'The Line will be the world's first major city built without cars. Residents will travel via a high-speed underground rail network, general mass transit, and rapid vertical transportation.' But the boss assured potential residents that the average commute within the whole city would be under 20 minutes from 'anywhere inside The Line'. One huge part of the project, which could attract Brits, is an ambitious futuristic Advertisement 'This will be a stadium like nothing seen before,' Hickey said. 'The playing field will sit at the height of the Empire State Building, giving fans a completely new way to experience games—suspended in the The stadium aims to broaden the The Line will also not be exclusive based on wealth, and targets a broad range of income levels, according to Hickey.. He said: 'This is not Billionaires' Row. Advertisement 'We are designing a city where everyone, regardless of income level, has equal access to world-class urban living. Saudi's plan for $5b world's tallest skyscraper twice the height of Burj Khalifa 'In most cities, if you don't live near the park or downtown, you miss out on the best amenities. 'In The LINE, every resident will have immediate access to green spaces, infrastructure, and cultural landmarks.' The first part of the project, Hidden Marina, is set to house over 200,000 people, with essential infrastructure such as schools, places of worship, Advertisement The revelations come as The £1trillion project was originally supposed to be part of the country's Vision 2030 plan, but it has been majorly pushed back, and only 1% of it will be completed by the end of this decade. Saudi Arabia's project has also been criticised for several major blunders that have raised concerns about its feasibility, ethics, and overall execution. In 2024, an ITV documentary revealed that 21,000 workers had died working in the country since Vision 2030 was announced in 2016. Advertisement Neom, which includes The Line, is the project's flagship build. 12 Pictures show the confusing metropolis floating over a marina 12 The mirrored structure looks like something out of a sci-fi film Credit: YouTube/NEOM 12 An artist's impression of the tall parallel structures that would make up The Line Advertisement Hickey ended 'The Line is becoming a reality,' he said. 'BUILT ON BLOOD' Beneath NEOM's glitzy facade lies a story of threats, forced evictions and bloodshed that cast a dark shadow over Saudi's vanity project. Many developments have faced fierce criticism over human rights abuses, where tribes were shoved out of their homeland, imprisoned or executed. Advertisement At least 20,000 members of the Huwaitat tribe face eviction, with no information about where they will live in the future . For centuries, this indigenous community lived in the area designated for NEOM's construction. But what followed was a harsh crackdown on those who resisted leaving their homes . The most tragic incident involved the killing of Abdul Rahim al-Howeiti, a prominent tribal leader who opposed the forced removals. Advertisement His death at the hands of Saudi security forces in 2020 became a stark symbol of the lengths to which the kingdom was willing to go to push the project forward. One campaigner claimed "Neom is built on Saudi blood". Authorities in the port city of Jeddah also demolished many houses to implement Saudi's development plans - with thousands of locals evicted illegally. Nader Hijazi - who decided to remain anonymous - grew up in Aziziyah, one of around 63 communities devastated by the demolitions. Advertisement His father's house was demolished in 2021, and he received less than a month's notice. Hijazi said the photographs he saw of his previous neighbourhood were terrible, resembling a warzone. 12 The proposed Line was shrunk by 99 per cent 12 Handout photo provided by Saudi Arabia's NEOM shows the design plan for Line Credit: AFP Advertisement 12 Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman hoped construction would be completed by 2030 He Jeed Basyouni, Middle East director of the human rights organisation Reprieve, told the crown prince , or gets in his way, risks being sentenced to jail or to death." In May, an ex-intelligence officer revealed how Saudi authorities allowed the use of lethal force to clear land for The Line. Advertisement Col Rabih Alenezi After that, one of them was shot and murdered for protesting against eviction. He said the April 2020 order stated the Huwaitat was made up of "many rebels" and "whoever continues to resist [eviction] should be killed, so it licensed the use of lethal force against whoever stayed in their home". Top 5 blunders plaguing NEOM project By Juliana Cruz Lima, Foreign News Reporter Saudi Arabia's NEOM project, despite its ambitious vision, has been criticized for several major blunders that have raised concerns about its feasibility, ethics, and overall execution. Here are the top five major blunders associated with the project: Forced Displacement of Indigenous Communities : One of the most significant controversies surrounding NEOM is the forced displacement of the Huwaitat tribe. This indigenous community, which has lived in the area for centuries, was forcibly removed from their ancestral lands to make way for the development of the mega-city. The Saudi government's crackdown on those who resisted, including the killing of a tribal leader, Abdul Rahim al-Howeiti, has drawn widespread condemnation from human rights organisations. This blunder not only sparked international outrage but also tainted NEOM's image as a forward-thinking, humane project. Environmental Impact and Sustainability Concerns : NEOM has been marketed as an environmentally sustainable city, but the environmental impact of such a massive development is a major concern. The project's scale—covering over 26,500 square kilometers—poses significant risks to local ecosystems, particularly in the Red Sea, which is home to rich marine biodiversity. Critics argue that the construction of artificial islands and extensive urbanisation could lead to irreversible ecological damage. The enormous water and energy demands required to maintain a green city in the desert also raise questions about the project's sustainability. Economic Viability and Cost Overruns : NEOM is one of the most expensive development projects in history. But there are serious doubts about its economic viability. Critics question whether the project can attract the necessary foreign investment and whether it will generate sufficient returns to justify the enormous expenditure. The economic risks are further compounded by potential cost overruns and delays, which are common in megaprojects of this scale. This financial gamble has led some to worry that NEOM could become a costly white elephant if it fails to meet its ambitious goals. Technological Overreach and Ethical Concerns : NEOM is envisioned as a high-tech city, heavily reliant on artificial intelligence, robotics, and extensive surveillance systems. While this technological ambition is central to NEOM's identity, it also raises significant ethical concerns. The level of surveillance planned for the city could lead to unprecedented control over residents' lives, sparking fears about privacy and civil liberties. The lack of transparency about how AI will be used, coupled with concerns about job displacement, has also led to criticism that NEOM's technological vision may be more dystopian than utopian. Cultural and Social Disconnect : NEOM's vision of a futuristic, liberalized society clashes sharply with Saudi Arabia's deeply conservative cultural norms. The project plans to introduce mixed-gender sports, entertainment events, and other liberal lifestyle elements that are rare in the kingdom. This cultural shift has raised concerns about a potential clash between NEOM's globalised vision and the traditional values of Saudi society. The disconnect between the project's ambitions and the broader cultural context has led to skepticism about whether NEOM can truly integrate into Saudi Arabia's social fabric without causing significant friction.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
India and China need to avoid ‘restrictive' trade measures: EAM Jaishankar in talks with Wang Yi
India and China should now look at de-escalation of the situation along the Line of Actual Control after making "good progress" in normalising the bilateral ties in the past nine months, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday (July 15, 2025) as he held wide-ranging talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi. In his opening remarks at the meeting, Mr. Jaishankar said the relations between the two countries can continue to develop in a "positive trajectory" on the foundation that differences should not become disputes and competition should not become conflict. The External Affairs Minister also underlined the need for avoiding "restrictive" trade measures and "roadblocks", in an apparent reference to Beijing stopping export of critical minerals. Opening remarks at my meeting with FM Wang Yi in Beijing. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) July 14, 2025 The talks between the two Foreign Ministers took place hours after Mr. Jaishankar landed in China to attend a conclave of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO). "Our bilateral relationship requires that we take a far-seeing approach to our ties," he said. "Since our leaders' meeting in Kazan in October 2024, the India-China relationship has been gradually moving in a positive direction. Our responsibility is to maintain that momentum," he added. Mr. Jaishankar was referring to a meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping in Kazan on October 23 that decided to revive various dialogue mechanisms between the two sides to repair the relations hit by the deadly clashes in Galwan Valley. "We have made good progress in the past nine months for the normalisation of our bilateral relations. It is a result of the resolution of friction along the border and our ability to maintain peace and tranquility there," the External Affairs Minister said. "This is the fundamental basis for mutual strategic trust and for smooth development of bilateral relations. It is now incumbent on us to address other aspects related to the border, including de-escalation," he said. Mr. Jaishankar said as neighbouring nations and major economies, there are various facets and dimensions to India-China ties. "Measures towards normalising our people-to-people exchanges can certainly foster mutually beneficial cooperation. It is also essential in this context that restrictive trade measures and roadblocks are avoided. I hope to discuss these issues in further detail," he said. The External Affairs Minister noted that stable and constructive ties between India and China are not only beneficial to the two sides, but that of the world as well. "This is best done by handling relations on the basis of mutual respect, mutual interest and mutual sensitivity," he said. "We have also earlier agreed that differences should not become disputes, nor should competition ever become conflict. On this foundation, we can now continue to develop our ties along a positive trajectory," he said.
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Closing The Ring: Pink Line's Extension Nears Completion
New Delhi: The 12.318-km Majlis Park–Maujpur corridor, an extension of the Delhi Metro's Pink Line, is nearly complete. The first section—from Majlis Park to Jagatpur Village—is expected to become operational in the coming months. Once the entire corridor is functional later this year, the Pink Line will be the first in the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) network to form a complete circular route. Trial runs are currently underway on a 4.6-km stretch between Majlis Park and Jagatpur Village. "Work on the Majlis Park–Maujpur corridor, part of Delhi Metro's Phase IV, is nearing completion. Trial runs are ongoing between Majlis Park and Jagatpur Village, and the commissioner of Metro Rail Safety (CMRS) has already conducted an inspection," said Anuj Dayal, principal executive director, corporate communications, DMRC. He added that final finishing work is in progress on the rest of the corridor. "Two key highlights—the bridge over the Yamuna River and the double-decker viaduct—are ready for train movement. However, the road section of the double-decker viaduct is still pending due to tree-cutting permissions required for a small section," Dayal noted. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi The 1.4-km-long double-decker viaduct between Bhajanpura and Yamuna Vihar, a first for Delhi, is expected to significantly enhance the landscape of north-east Delhi. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 나이들어 노안+백내장 절대 방치 하지 마세요! 부산백내장노안 전문안과 더 알아보기 Undo It will feature metro trains on the upper deck and road traffic on the lower level. Two additional double-decker viaducts are also under construction on other corridors. As previously reported by TOI, the Delhi Metro will cross the Yamuna River for the fifth time via a newly completed bridge between Soorghat and Sonia Vihar metro stations. This bridge is among the 25 structures spanning the 22-km stretch of the Yamuna between Wazirabad and Okhla barrages. Currently, the Pink Line (Majlis Park–Shiv Vihar) is the longest in the DMRC network, stretching 59.242 km, comprising 38 stations. The addition of the new corridor with eight more stations will complete the circular alignment. The Majlis Park–Maujpur corridor is one of three priority corridors being built under Phase IV of DMRC's expansion. The other two are the RK Ashram Marg–Janakpuri West corridor (Magenta Line extension) and the Aerocity–Tughlakabad corridor (Golden Line). In addition, three more corridors were approved last year under Phase IV: Lajpat Nagar–Saket G Block (Golden Line extension); Inderlok–Indraprastha (Green Line extension); Rithala–Narela–Kundli (Red Line extension). In total, about 112 km of new metro lines are being constructed across Delhi under Phase IV. Notably, the first section under Phase IV—from Janakpuri West to Krishna Park Extension on the Janakpuri West–RK Ashram corridor—was opened to the public on Jan 5 this year.
