China’s leader, Xi Jinping, and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia are courting regional leaders and pushing an alternative to the U.S.-led order.
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Indian Envoy Hails Ties With Russia, Despite Western Pressure
India’s foreign minister is on a five-day diplomatic trip to Moscow to reinforce economic and defense ties, though some strains in the countries’ relationship are showing.
Xi Jinping of China Looks Set to Skip G20 in Snub to India
Xi Jinping has never missed the annual Group of 20 gathering since taking power in 2012. Beijing would not explain his apparent decision to forgo the event in New Delhi.
Could India Help Broker Peace in Ukraine?
India has good relations with both Russia and the West, and seeks a more muscular role in geopolitics. The biggest obstacle is that Ukrainians and Russians don’t want to talk.
Putin’s War Is Complicating India’s Middle Path Among Powers
India has been reluctant to criticize Russia, long an important ally. But China’s rise, and its closeness to Vladimir Putin, is creating new pressure.
Indian Official at G7 Talks in London Self-Isolates Over Covid Exposure Fears
Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, India’s foreign minister, is in London for meetings before a June summit of leaders from the world’s top industrial powers.
Pompeo’s Message in Japan: Countering China Is Worth Meeting Face to Face
The American diplomat’s willingness to meet with allies in Asia, despite the crisis embroiling the White House, speaks to fears of China’s rise.