India accuses China’s Vivo of visa violations, siphoning off $13 billion

In a recent development, the Indian financial crime agency has made serious allegations against Chinese smartphone manufacturer Vivo and its Indian affiliates. According to the agency's statements, many employees from Vivo and its affiliated Indian companies concealed their employment status when applying for visas. Additionally, some of them reportedly violated visa rules by visiting the "sensitive" Himalayan region of Jammu and Kashmir.

These accusations come in the midst of escalating tensions between India and China over business activities. The strain began when New Delhi imposed stricter restrictions on incoming investments and banned hundreds of Chinese apps following border clashes in 2020, which resulted in the tragic loss of 20 Indian and four Chinese soldiers. The allegations were […]

Taiwan Launches Its First Domestically-Made Submarine: A Landmark Achievement

In a historic moment for Taiwan's defense capabilities and its maritime ambitions, the island nation recently launched its first domestically-made submarine. This significant achievement marks a major milestone in Taiwan's efforts to bolster its naval forces, enhance its self-reliance in defense, and strengthen its position in the complex geopolitical landscape of the Indo-Pacific region.

Taiwan’s journey to developing its own submarines dates back decades. Faced with the ever-present threat from the People’s Republic of China and its expansive military capabilities, Taiwan realized the need to modernize and expand its naval fleet, including the addition of submarines. The quest for indigenous submarines has been long and arduous, fraught with technical […]

After Made-in-China Apps, India Now Wants to Block Beijing from Strategic Sectors

India's diplomatic and economic strategy is evolving as it endeavors to reduce its reliance on Chinese influence in several strategic sectors. This shift in policy, which follows the banning of several popular Chinese apps in 2020, demonstrates India's commitment to safeguarding its national interests and securing key sectors from foreign control.

India’s drive to diminish dependence on Chinese products and technology began with the sweeping ban on numerous well-known Chinese apps, such as TikTok and PUBG. The motivation behind this move was rooted in data security and national defense concerns. The ban sent a powerful signal about India’s determination to protect its digital ecosystem. Now, India […]

Three Chinese nationals killed in Israel-Hamas conflict

In the midst of the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, three Chinese citizens have fallen victim to the hostilities. This revelation, disclosed by China's Foreign Ministry on a Thursday, highlights the far-reaching consequences of this long-standing geopolitical conflict.

The conflict itself is marked by a series of intense exchanges between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which have resulted in significant damage and loss of life on both sides. In the chaos of the situation, these three Chinese citizens met an unfortunate and untimely end, while two others remain unaccounted for. The […]

Australian Journalist Detained in China for Three Years Arrives Home

In a long-awaited and heartwarming conclusion to a deeply troubling international incident, an Australian journalist who had been detained in China for three years has finally returned home. The safe return of this journalist marks not only a personal triumph but also raises critical questions about press freedom and the challenges journalists face when reporting from authoritarian regimes.

Cheng Lei, an Australian journalist and television anchor with China’s state-run CGTN, was detained by Chinese authorities in August 2020. Her detention raised concerns and led to an international outcry. Cheng’s arrest was shrouded in secrecy, with details about the charges against her being kept confidential. Such opacity in China’s legal system has been a […]