Taiwan must first increase its defence budget. Current spending, which amounts to roughly 2% of the nation’s GDP, is insufficient.
In light of the escalating...
A policy of ‘competition through peaceful means’ will be essential for the new US administration to address the growing challenges posed by China.
As the...
The sinking of the submarine highlights potential issues within PLA and China’s defence industry.
The recent sinking of China’s newest nuclear-powered attack submarine, identified as...
While the CIA’s involvement in Tibet was driven by geopolitical interests, for Tibetans in exile, it represents much more.
The history of the CIA’s involvement...
India’s support has been instrumental in preserving Tibetan culture and identity.
The Government of India’s decision to grant asylum to the Dalai Lama and thousands...
At the heart of the futility is the profound ideological chasm between the two nations.
In the ever-evolving landscape of global politics, the relationship between...
Perhaps the most alarming consequence of the West’s engagement with China is the CCP’s blatant disregard for human rights.
In the late 20th century, the...
During his 2020 presidential campaign, Joe Biden made a promise that resonated deeply with advocates of human rights and religious freedom: he pledged to...
In recent years, China has been navigating a labyrinth of socio-economic challenges under the leadership of Xi Jinping. From the bustling streets of Beijing,...
In collaboration with the CIA, Patnaik also helped set up the Aviation Research Centre at Charbatia in Odisha in 1963.
Biju Patnaik (5 March 1916-17...
The Plenum’s communique is a clear endorsement of Xi’s strategic blueprint.
The recently concluded Third Plenum of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of...
China, with its numerous ethnic groups and cultural diversity, could benefit from adopting a more inclusive approach that respects and celebrates its rich cultural...
Sustained diplomatic engagement, mutual respect for each other’s concerns, and a willingness to compromise needed.
The Sino-Indian border dispute remains one of the most complex...
The China-Russia alignment is a strategic manoeuvre, leveraging the political relationship as a tool to further their respective national objectives.
In the shifting sands of...
China has stated that the Dalai Lama must “thoroughly correct” his political views as a precondition for resuming contact with the central government. This...
The focus on Mandarin Chinese and Han cultural norms has resulted in Tibetan children losing proficiency in their native language.
The situation in Tibet is...
The recent legislative manoeuvre is perceived as a move to tilt the balance of power towards Beijing-friendly forces.
In the wake of President Lai Ching-te’s...
The United Front Work Department has been instrumental in implementing policies aimed at controlling the religious and cultural life of Tibet.
The legacy of the...
United front tactics involve the mobilization of various groups to serve a singular strategic interest.
In the complex geopolitical landscape of the 21st century, the...
By influencing the reincarnation process, China aims to assert its sovereignty over Tibet.
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The Chinese government’s interest in controlling the reincarnation of the next Dalai...
By using Tibet, instead of the Chinese Xizang, India challenges China’s unilateral renaming.
In the intricate ballet of geopolitics, names carry more than mere identification;...
