Australia goes solo: rejects China’s call to unite against Trump tariffs

Australia goes solo: rejects China’s call to unite against Trump tariffs

Australia has promptly rejected China’s proposal to collaborate against Donald Trump’s tariffs amid the intensifying trade conflict between Washington and Beijing.  The White House has announced a new import tax of 10% on goods from Australia. In contrast, tariffs on imports from China, Australia’s largest trading partner, have increased to a staggering 125%.  In an…

Trump criticizes his portrait-Putin delivers a surprise replacement

Trump criticizes his portrait-Putin delivers a surprise replacement

US President Donald Trump has received a new portrait from Russian President Vladimir Putin while expressing disdain for an existing painting, labelling it as “truly the worst.” The new portrait remains under wraps, with no public display to date. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov characterised the item as a “personal gift,” emphasising that any additional information…

India-China relations: can Modi pave the way for peace?

India-China relations: can Modi pave the way for peace?

During a recent interview, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed optimism regarding India’s relationship with its long-time rival, China. He stated that normalcy has been restored along the contentious India-China border and emphasised the need for enhanced relations.  The remarks are particularly noteworthy, given the heightened tensions that have persisted since a violent border clash in…