The message from Chinese officials has become increasingly clear: the United States and China should first stabilize their political relationship before taking on nuclear issues. Introduction During the first virtual summit between U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping in November 2021, the two leaders discussed nuclear issues and, according to U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, agreed […]

In its quest for “strategic autonomy” India has alienated both the US and China and is not powerful enough to resist either. In his first term as India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi signalled that his government will seek accommodation, cooperation and peace with all countries particularly Pakistan, China and the US.