Global Outlook

  Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has discussed the recent war with Israel and broader bilateral ties during talks with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi. According to a statement from Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday, Araghchi briefed Wang on the latest developments following the ceasefire. The two diplomats explored “opportunities and potential for developing relations” on the sidelines of a meeting of foreign ministers from the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. The Chinese Foreign Ministry said Beijing would support Iran in defending its sovereignty and resisting “power politics and bullying.” Following the 12-day war between Iran and Israel in June, Tehran is seeking to deepen military cooperation with China, according to a recent analysis by the Institute for the Study of War, a U.S. think tank. Reports suggest Iran is considering purchasing Chinese fighter jets to modernise its ageing air force. However, the Chinese Foreign Ministry has denied reports that Iran ...

 In a recent confirmation, the Centre revealed that eight months ago, the Prime Minister of India engaged in discussions with China's President Xi Jinping regarding bilateral ties. The meeting took place in Bali and signals a significant step towards fostering mutual understanding and cooperation between the two nations. The revelation sheds light on the diplomatic efforts undertaken by India to strengthen its relationship with China , a global economic powerhouse. While the specifics of the discussions remain undisclosed, the fact that such a high-level meeting occurred indicates the importance both leaders place on developing their countries' bilateral relations. The engagement between the Prime Minister and President Xi Jinping is noteworthy given the complex dynamics that have shaped the relationship between India and China in recent years. Both countries have diverse interests and priorities, and finding common ground can be challenging. However, open channels of communica...