International donors are raising millions, but the Modi administration has erected hurdles for overseas organizations and guided money toward officially endorsed groups.
Tag: International Relations
When Covid Hit, China Was Ready to Tell Its Version of the Story
The government has been using its money and power to create an alternative to a global news media dominated by outlets like the BBC and CNN.
Village Caught in Czech-Russia Spy Case Just Wants Things to Stop Blowing Up
Was a huge blast at a Czech weapons depot sabotage by Russian spies? The villagers where it happened aren’t sure, but they do know they only want to watch James Bond films, not live inside one.
Where Ukrainians Are Preparing for All-Out War With Russia
A dried-up canal running from Ukraine into Russian-occupied Crimea is emerging as one of Europe’s main flash points.
U.K. and France Send Navy to Island of Jersey in Fishing Dispute
French fishing crews dropped their threat to blockade a port on the island of Jersey, but a standoff over post-Brexit fishing rights augured a future of similar disputes.
Vaccines Bring Rich Nations Back to Life as Covid Ravages Poorer Countries
Despite early vows, the developed world has done little to promote global vaccination, in what analysts call both a moral and epidemiological failure.
Grim Image of India Prompts Debate Over China’s Swaggering Propaganda
An official social media post contrasting Beijing’s successes with its neighbor’s coronavirus woes drew a backlash from some, who called it callous.
Top Philippine Diplomat Targets China in Expletive-Laced Tirade
In demanding that Beijing remove ships from Manila’s waters, the Philippine foreign minister used language on Twitter that is more often associated with the country’s president.
Myanmar Coup Leader Arrives in Indonesia for Asean Summit
Critics feared that Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing’s presence at the meeting in Indonesia would give his regime the appearance of legitimacy.
Paraguay’s Covid Vaccine Crisis Gives China Diplomatic Opening
Paraguay desperately needs Covid-19 vaccines, which China could supply. That has led the South American nation to reconsider its relationship with Taiwan, which precludes it from dealing with Beijing.