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After several months of restrictions on the export of rare earth magnets, China has recently issued licenses to a broader group of Indian companies. The approvals include firms such as Bosch, Mahindra & Mahindra , and automotive manufacturers and suppliers connected to Maruti Suzuki and Honda’s two-wheeler operations . Although a number of licenses were already granted in October 2025 , the inclusion of additional companies represents a notable progression in the licensing pr

Since the 1960s, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has been one of the most influential actors in the global oil market. Through adjustments in production and supply levels, OPEC has historically played a central role in shaping global oil prices. Collectively, OPEC countries produce around 40% of the world’s crude oil and hold over 80% of global oil reserves , giving the organization significant leverage in international energy markets. However,

In 2026, amid continued global economic volatility, China has once again demonstrated resilience , prioritizing economic stability while signaling limited major policy shifts. The year is particularly significant as China prepares for its 15th Five-Year Plan , a strategic framework that will outline the country’s social and economic objectives for the 2026–2030 period . Although the plan has not yet been formally released, current policy discussions and forecasts offer insigh

Cultural relations between India and China date back to ancient times, long before the modern state system emerged. Historical exchanges in education, religion, and technology helped shape the relationship between the two civilisations. The spread of Buddhism , along with the transfer of Chinese expertise in paper manufacturing and silk production , significantly enriched cultural interactions over centuries. In today’s geopolitical environment, bilateral relations cannot b

Translation has played an important role in India–China relations since ancient times , particularly during early cultural and intellectual exchanges. Although translation services were not as institutionalised or widely accessible as they are today, they were central to preserving literature, philosophical works, and scholarly discourse . Over time, translation also became an important mechanism for facilitating cooperation through state diplomacy and cross-cultural communic