Nepal Defies Beijing: Panchen Lama’s Visit Rejected in Bold Diplomatic Move
In a dramatic and bold assertion of sovereignty, Nepal has decisively shut down plans for a visit by the Chinese Communist Party-backed Panchen Lama, Gedhun Choekyi Nyima, citing its policy of neutrality on religious matters. This move has sparked intense diplomatic ripples, showcasing Kathmandu’s resolve to maintain its geopolitical balance amid mounting pressures from its northern neighbor.
China’s Economic Sabotage: How Beijing’s Export Bans Are Targeting India’s Growth
China has imposed restrictive export bans on essential minerals and machinery crucial for India’s growth in key sectors like renewable energy and infrastructure. By targeting gallium and germanium—indispensable for solar power and semiconductors—Beijing is striking at the heart of India’s renewable energy targets. Furthermore, by blocking the sale of tunnel-boring machines (TBMs), critical for metro and other infrastructure projects, China has escalated its economic warfare.