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Tom Harper, The Conversation
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In the Taliban, China looks to find a new ally as it deepens ties with Islamic nations
Muslim nations are an important source of markets and natural resources for Beijing, with China moving into West Asian markets otherwise dominated by the US.
Tom Harper, The Conversation
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Why American sanctions on Tehran could hand China near monopoly on Iranian oil and trade
As the sanctions scare away Western firms from doing business in the country, Beijing will likely fill the void.
Tom Harper, The Conversation
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Why China won’t allow growing global outrage over Rohingya crisis to undermine the Myanmar regime
Beijing’s interests are a decisive economic influence in the country.
Tom Harper, The Conversation
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Husna Bai: The tawaif who made Hindustani music a respectable profession for women artists
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‘Do Aur Do Pyaar’ review: Adultery saga has a maths problem
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Carnatic music: Violinist L Subramaniam’s new book looks at the 18th-century masters
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‘Saffronisation of Doordarshan’: After DD News unveils new logo, social media users express alarm
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Is the 2024 Lok Sabha election India’s last chance before the point of no return?
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Chinese blockbuster ‘Wolf Warriors 2’ contains clues to China’s foreign policy
Just as Hollywood’s Rambo took on the might of the Soviet empire in the 1980s, Wu Jing battles China’s foreign enemies.
Tom Harper, The Conversation
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China is struggling to balance its soft-power strategy with its fearsome reputation
It's all very well to be intimidating, but the Asian giant needs to win people over too.
Tom Harper, The Conversation
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Magic mountains and sea serpents: the secrets of early Arctic maps
The earliest maps of the Arctic were far more exciting than ours today.
Tom Harper, The Conversation
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Watch: Unbelievable scenes of flooding in Dubai airport, streets, and malls after heavy rain in UAE
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Indian elections: How secure is the EVM-VVPAT process?
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Watch: Footballers of Indian clubs walk out on the pitch with dogs to get them adopted
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Watch: Dogs wag their tails to ‘conduct’ classical music orchestra
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Watch: Glimpses of Indian singer Sid Sriram’s debut performance at Coachella 2024