January 23, 2026
trade
Asia Business China Eurasia

China’s 18.48 Trillion Yuan Imports and the New Global Trade Logic

by Qaiser Nawab In 2025, China’s imports hit a record value of 18.48 trillion yuan. For decades, the orthodox view of the Chinese economy focused almost exclusively on its export prowess. However, the granular breakdown of the 2025 data reveals that this operating model has been fundamentally superseded. The resilience of China’s imports now reflects […]

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Southeast Asia

Why India is Losing Influence on Bangladesh

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  • December 18, 2024

by Maryam Noureen Janjua India’s foreign policy has long been shaped by its strategic interest in neighboring countries, and Bangladesh has historically been a central focus of this policy. During the rule of Sheikh Hasina Wajid, Bangladesh aligned itself closely with India, benefiting from economic, political, and diplomatic ties. However, recent developments, including diplomatic tensions […]

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