With an eye toward China, Biden goes all-in for Modi

13 Sept 06:47 Key points summarised by AI

President Biden hosted Indian Prime Minister Modi for a lavish state visit, prioritizing a strategic alliance to counter China despite concerns over Modi's authoritarian tendencies.
The visit produced significant deliverables, including agreements for US engines for India's fighter jets and a major semiconductor factory, elevating India's status as a key US defense and technology partner.
Biden aims to signal to China that India stands with the US, while Modi secured substantial results that bolster India's global standing as an indispensable partner in the Indo-Pacific.
The US administration largely sidestepped human rights issues in India, emphasizing the critical importance of the strategic partnership over democratic backsliding concerns.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.