China's efforts to win over Global South economies may be complicated by India's trade deal with the US and its conflict with Pakistan. Analysts say China had been strengthening ties with India, but a thaw in relations could be hindered by these issues. India has recently signed an economic deal with the US, which may add complexity to its relationship with China.
https://www.scmp.com/news/china/diplomacy/article/3308500/how-trump-deal-pakistan-could-derail-indias-warming-china-ties?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionPakistani forces have conducted military exercises as a response to India's actions following an April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 tourists. The exercises involve various units of the Pakistan Army using modern weapons in live-fire drills. In retaliation for the Indian suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty and closure of the Wagah-Attari border crossing, Islamabad has ordered the expulsion of Indian diplomats and military advisers, cancelled visas for Indian nationals, and closed its main border crossing.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/602658-pakistan-army-conducts-large-scale-drills-amid-tensions-with-indiaA global summit emphasized the need for developing nations to actively participate in the global economy, with leaders calling for courageous decisions on a shared green future. Dr Malik met with Dr Abdullah bin Abdulaziz, Qatar's Minister of Environment and Climate Change, to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation on environmental issues such as clean energy and wildlife protection.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/602715-pakistan-calls-for-global-cooperation-to-achieve-green-economy-at-geneva-summitUS Senator Marco Rubio spoke separately with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to express support for India in combating extremism and urge Pakistan's cooperation in investigating the Kashmir attack. The calls, made on Wednesday, are the highest levels of publicly known simultaneous diplomatic engagements from Washington aimed at reducing India-Pakistan tensions since the April 22 attack. Rubio condemned the attack as "terror" and urged Pakistani officials to cooperate in the investigation, while Sharif asked Rubio to urge India to dial down its rhetoric.
https://channelnewsasia.com/world/us-urges-india-and-pakistan-work-each-other-reduce-tensions-5101461US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce has urged India and Pakistan to de-escalate tensions and cooperate against terrorism. In a conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif, Rubio emphasized the need to condemn the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam and investigate it jointly. He also encouraged Pakistan to work with India to reduce tensions, re-establish direct communications, and maintain peace in South Asia.
https://www.firstpost.com/world/pahalgam-rubio-dials-jaishankar-and-shehbaz-sharif-tells-pakistan-to-condemn-terror-attack-13884517.htmlPrime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan had a phone call with Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, discussing regional security and economic stability. Sharif denied any link to the Pahalgam attack, calling for a transparent international investigation instead. He emphasized Pakistan's efforts against terrorism and criticized India's "water aggression" under the Indus Waters Treaty, stating it's unacceptable as water is crucial for 240 million Pakistanis. The Emir praised Pakistan's peace efforts in South Asia and pledged to work with Islamabad to de-escalate tensions.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40360526/pm-shehbaz-rejects-indias-baseless-pahalgam-attack-allegations-in-call-with-qatars-emirUS President Donald Trump has downplayed concerns about his tariffs leading to a recession in the US economy, saying American kids might have fewer dolls due to higher costs, but China will suffer more from the trade war. A Commerce Department report showed the US economy shrank at an annual rate of 0.3% in the first quarter, with imports surging as companies rushed to beat tariffs on autos, steel, aluminum, and goods from nearly every country.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/world/trump-kids-may-get-2-dolls-not-30-but-china-will-suffer-more-in-trade-war-1876238US President Donald Trump believes there's a "very good chance" his administration can do a deal with China, following a call from Chinese President Xi Jinping. The US and China have been in talks about trade and tariffs, but no concrete agreements have been reached yet. Trump's comments come after Xi urged officials to take action to adjust to changes in the international environment.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-05-02/us-china-tariff-negotiations-closer-weibo-social-media-post/105241824US President Trump is pushing for a settlement with Ukraine that would involve Russia giving up some territory seized in 2014, but Ukraine's President Zelensky has ruled out any formal concession to Russia over Crimea. The international community supports Trump's diplomacy, while US Congressman Gregory Meeks suggests focusing on pressuring Putin instead of Zelensky. Ukraine is rich in mineral resources, including graphite, manganese, and titanium, with significant deposits in Europe, making it an important player in the global market for these materials.
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