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‘Unacceptable’, says India, after China issues stapled visas to wushu athletes from Arunachal

NEW DELHI: India’s 12-member wushu team’s trip to Chengdu, China, for the World University Games was called off late on Wednesday night after the Chinese embassy in Delhi issued ‘stapled visas’ to three female athletes hailing from Arunachal Pradesh — — Nyeman Wangsu, Onilu Tega and Mepung Lamgu. This prompted…

The Times of India

Stapled visas for Arunachal athletes unacceptable: India

India protests China's "unacceptable" decision to issue stapled visas to Indian athletes from Arunachal Pradesh. India lodged a strong protest and reserves the right to a suitable response.

The Hindu

India, a voice of peace, security, says Jaishankar

“India speaks as a voice of peace, security, and prosperity for all.”

The Hindu

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Three wushu players from Arunachal for World University Games in China handed 'stapled visas'

NEW DELHI: Three wushu players from Arunachal Pradesh, who were to take part in the World University Games beginning on Friday in Chengdu, were issued 'stapled visas' by the Chinese embassy here, which led to the entire team being held back while the players from other sports left the country.

The Times of India

China viewed poorly by two-thirds of people in 24 countries, survey finds

Pew Research Center study shows negative views of China across the world, especially in high-income countries.

Al Jazeera

In Japan, which bans dual custody, a table tennis star refuses to hand back her son to her ex

Japan’s once beloved table tennis star Ai Fukuhara is at the center of a child custody feud following the break-up of her marriage to a Taiwanese player, who was also a star in the sport in his country

The Independent UK

Leading Hong Kong pollster to stop releasing poll results on some sensitive topics

One of Hong Kong’s most reputable sources of public opinion data will stop releasing its poll results on a series of sensitive questions to the public, including on China’s Tiananmen Square crackdown in 1989 and Taiwan independence

The Independent UK

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Macron denounces 'new imperialism' in Pacific during Vanuatu visit

French President Emmanuel Macron denounced "new imperialism" in the Pacific during a landmark visit to the region on Thursday, warning of a threat to the sovereignty of smaller states.

Radio France Internationale

"I felt very bad opposition was not ready to listen": Jaishankar on Rajya Sabha ruckus

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar was upset by the sloganeering of the Opposition when he was giving a suo moto statement in the Rajya Sabha on Thursday on India's foreign policy in the past few months. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Universiade, China’s big test before this September’s Asian Games, begins on Friday

Asian champion sprint hurdler, Olympians Manu Bhaker and Srihari Nataraj will be among the stars to watch in the World University Games which begin in Chengdu, China, on Friday

The Hindu

China may be planning overseas naval bases in Asia and Africa, say analysts

Beijing believed to be aiming to rival US’s global maritime power and defeat western sanctions, report concludes

The Guardian - UK

Chinese President ‘looking Forward’ To Netanyahu Meeting

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hosted China's Ambassador to Israel Cai Run at his office in Jerusalem recently

Zenger

Kim Jong Un shows off missiles to Russia defence chief Shoigu

The missiles, banned under UN Security Council resolutions, were put on display for a show of solidarity

Evening Standard

Pakistan's finance minister says China rolls over $2.4 billion loan for Islamabad for 2 years

Pakistan’s finance minister says Beijing has rolled over a $2.4 billion loan for his country for two years, a move aimed at helping Pakistan overcome a lingering economic crisis

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US Defense Secretary Austin meets with Papua New Guinea leaders about boosting security ties

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has met with Papua New Guinea leaders to discuss developing the Pacific Island nation’s military strength and deepening security ties, as the U.S. competes with China for influence in the Indo-Pacific region

The Guardian - AU

China criticises ‘malicious hype’ over Qin Gang disappearance

Foreign ministry spokesperson comments on speculation a day after refusing to answer questions about ex-minister

The Independent UK

Accused of bomb threats they say they didn't make, family of Chinese dissident detained in Thailand

The wife and daughter of exiled Chinese dissident Gao Zhi are in detention on immigration charges in Thailand, after a series of bomb threats made in their names against airports, luxury hotels and the Chinese embassy in Bangkok derailed the family’s plan to join Gao in the Netherlands

Al Jazeera

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un meets Russian defence chief, showcases missiles

Sergei Shoigu’s visit comes as North is marking anniversary of armistice that ended fighting in the 1950-53 Korean War.

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The Independent UK

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un meets with Russian defense minister on military cooperation

North Korean state media say leader Kim Jong Un has met with Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu for discussions on military issues and the regional security environment

Al Jazeera

What will Qin Gang’s replacement mean for China-US relations?

Ousting of Qin Gang could shift US-China dynamics but is unlikely to change the overall trend towards warming ties.

The Hindu

Letters to The Editor — July 27, 2023

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The Guardian - UK

China signals ‘business as usual’ in foreign policy with return of Wang Yi

Mystery surrounds removal of Qin Gang as foreign minister, but one thing is clear: Xi Jinping retains tight control

The Independent UK

China's sharp-tongued foreign minister is ousted, but his combative style is expected to continue

China’s sharp-tongued foreign minister, Qin Gang, was something of an avatar for nationalist Communist Party leader and President Xi Jinping, warning of “conflict and confrontation” with the U_S_, the stakes of which could be the “future of humanity.”

The Guardian - AU

Rumours swirl over dramatic fall of Xi loyalist Qin Gang

Sacked foreign minister’s rise was linked to his ties to president; his disappearance and dismissal have caused a scandal

The Independent UK

Fiji PM drops out of China visit after banging head while ‘looking at his phone’

‘I do not know whether my head is hurt more than the door, or the door hurt more than my head’

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