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Former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed said the future of the island country depended on its relationship with India, and added the new government "will come to understand the intricacies of this."

Japan and Vietnam have agreed to boost their security and economic ties in the face of China’s growing influence in the region

The top diplomats from South Korea, Japan and China have met to discuss when to resume their leaders’ trilateral summit after a four-year hiatus

“India has shown that it is possible to maintain friendly relations with countries having differing ideologies and governance models. This ability to navigate complex diplomatic waters showcases India as a potential mediator in international conflicts,” she said at the conference attended by policy experts, students, economists and academicians.

Australia and the Philippines have begun joint sea and air patrols in the South China Sea.

France's top diplomat called on Beijing Friday to be vigilant against China providing any direct or indirect support to Russia in its war on Ukraine.

David Cameron has defended his pursuit of close ties with China as prime minister during the so-called ‘golden era’.

Cases of respiratory illnesses have been surging in northern China, particularly among children, sparking speculation online of a new pandemic threat four years after Covid-19 first emerged in the country.

The grouping, which criticised Israel for the Gaza war this week, is increasingly seen as a leader of the Global South.