US authorities could cite the Indian ban on Chinese social media platform TikTok to build a strong case for similar action in the US, the chief of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Brendan Carr, told India’s major newspaper The Economic Times.

US authorities could cite the Indian ban on Chinese social media platform TikTok to build a strong case for similar action in the US, the chief of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Brendan Carr, told India’s major newspaper The Economic Times. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is an independent agency of the United States government that regulates communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable across the country. USA's TikTok law Notably, US President Joe Biden signed a bill into law on April 24 that would force TikTok to exit the US if its Chinese owner ByteDance fails to relinquish control over it and disinvest completely. Now, the matter is highly likely to end up in US courts as TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew stressed last week that the facts and the USA’s constitution were on the company’s side. In a video statement, Chew said, the company isn't going anywhere. "Rest assured, we aren't going anywhere.” Watch: TikTok CEO vows legal victory against ban threat × ByteDance also said in a statement that it did not have any plan to sell TikTok. TikTok, which belongs to a nation where there is a heavy restriction on foreign apps and freedom of speech, said on X that the ban in US would "trample the free speech" of millions of Americans. The first amendment vs national security TikTok is banking on the constitution’s first amendment to pursue a potential ban in the courts of the law. It protects freedom of speech, the press, assembly, and the right to petition the government for a redress of grievances. However, many believe the argument won’t work as the matter is related to national security. "India’s action on TikTok could very well play a role in the litigation in the US," Carr was quoted as saying by the ET. Also read: Iraqi TikTok star Umm Fahad shot outside her home amid controversy over dancing videos "Imagine that TikTok is going to argue that this is some sort of unique American obsession with China to foresee threats that don't exist," Carr added. He also further said that the fact that India banned the app is going to be potentially relevant in some of the court filings "..to show that this is a broad deep concern about TikTok and not simply some unique feature of America's viewpoint on China.” (With inputs from agencies)

India’s ban on TikTok to help US authorities win legal case against Chinese app, says top US official

The launch of the US-made Nike-Apache sounding rocket in 1963 marked the beginning of the Indian Space programme and thereafter India and US have collaborated on Moon missions, human spaceflight, and much more, said an official from the US Embassy, New Delhi.&nbsp;Drew&nbsp;Schufletowski, Minister Counselor for Economic, Environment, Science, and Technology Affairs, U.S. Embassy, New Delhi, was addressing participants in Chennai, in an event titled,&nbsp;“Space Technology: The Next Business Frontier” hosted by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)&nbsp;and&nbsp;the Indian Space Association (ISpA).&nbsp;

“The greatest growth potential in our space relationship,&nbsp;and those of other Indo-Pacific partners,&nbsp;involve the private sector. India’s space sector is undergoing a transformation with private companies taking on a more influential role in both design and production of launch vehicles, satellites, ground stations, and other elements at the heart of space exploration and applications" he said.&nbsp;

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Minister Counselor&nbsp;Schufletowski&nbsp;added, “Indian firms are now building their own satellite constellations for earth observation and designing small launch vehicles to place them into low-Earth orbit.&nbsp;This is where space companies in the United States and across the Indo-Pacific can enhance this commercial sector momentum, through partnerships in trade, investment, and technological collaboration.”&nbsp;

Throwing light on the ongoing development of NISAR(NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar), he said the that $1.5bn project was aimed at observing and measuring some of the earth's most complex phenomena. He also added that the Indian commercial space sector was poised to capture a much larger share of the global space economy. As of today, India has a 2% share of the $469bn global space economy.&nbsp;

Lt Gen Anil Bhatt(retd), Director General of the Indian Space Association(ISpA) said that there are only about seven spacefaring nations in the world, but more than 90 nations have their assets in orbit. He said that innovative technologies and major breakthroughs by private sector firms from across the world have further enhanced commercial uses of space.&nbsp;

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Seeking investment, assured access to a market and the void in terms of Space Policy(to get real clarity for carrying out activities), were among the challenges he listed out for the Indian private space industry. He pointed out that India's space sector had largely been controlled and centered around the Indian Government-run space agency ISRO and that the private sector was a new entrant in carrying out end-to-end space activities.

While mentioning the necessity of increased Government support for India's private sector, he also said that the Foreign Direct Investment being legally permitted in India's space sector would also be a major fillip.&nbsp;On the roles and responsibilities of the ISpA, he said that the industry body was meant to work with&nbsp;all stakeholders to create an enabling environment to propel India in the global space domain. He added that the ISpA would be a unified voice for the Indian Space industry, energize businesses, and foster International partnerships, and cooperation, to ensure that India becomes a global hub of the space industry.

The launch of the US-made Nike-Apache sounding rocket in 1963 marked the beginning of the Indian Space programme and thereafter India and US have collaborated on Moon missions, human spaceflight, and much more, said an official from the US Embassy, New Delhi.

The launch of the US-made Nike-Apache sounding rocket in 1963 marked the beginning of the Indian Space programme and thereafter India and US have collaborated on Moon missions, human spaceflight, and much more, said an official from the US Embassy, New Delhi. Drew Schufletowski, Minister Counselor for Economic, Environment, Science, and Technology Affairs, U.S. Embassy, New Delhi, was addressing participants in Chennai, in an event titled, “Space Technology: The Next Business Frontier” hosted by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) and the Indian Space Association (ISpA). “The greatest growth potential in our space relationship, and those of other Indo-Pacific partners, involve the private sector. India’s space sector is undergoing a transformation with private companies taking on a more influential role in both design and production of launch vehicles, satellites, ground stations, and other elements at the heart of space exploration and applications" he said. “The greatest growth potential in Indo-US #space relationship &other Indo-Pacific partners, involves the #private sector. India’s pvt sector is building rockets, sats, ground stns etc. #India will capture bigger share of global space economy ” says Drew Schufletowski @USAndIndia pic.twitter.com/pD3ictXkUS — Sidharth.M.P (@sdhrthmp) October 18, 2022 × Minister Counselor Schufletowski added, “Indian firms are now building their own satellite constellations for earth observation and designing small launch vehicles to place them into low-Earth orbit. This is where space companies in the United States and across the Indo-Pacific can enhance this commercial sector momentum, through partnerships in trade, investment, and technological collaboration.” Throwing light on the ongoing development of NISAR(NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar), he said the that $1.5bn project was aimed at observing and measuring some of the earth's most complex phenomena. He also added that the Indian commercial space sector was poised to capture a much larger share of the global space economy. As of today, India has a 2% share of the $469bn global space economy. Lt Gen Anil Bhatt(retd), Director General of the Indian Space Association(ISpA) said that there are only about seven spacefaring nations in the world, but more than 90 nations have their assets in orbit. He said that innovative technologies and major breakthroughs by private sector firms from across the world have further enhanced commercial uses of space. Also read | A day after CPC congress, US says China moving 'much faster' to annex Taiwan Seeking investment, assured access to a market and the void in terms of Space Policy(to get real clarity for carrying out activities), were among the challenges he listed out for the Indian private space industry. He pointed out that India's space sector had largely been controlled and centered around the Indian Government-run space agency ISRO and that the private sector was a new entrant in carrying out end-to-end space activities. While mentioning the necessity of increased Government support for India's private sector, he also said that the Foreign Direct Investment being legally permitted in India's space sector would also be a major fillip. On the roles and responsibilities of the ISpA, he said that the industry body was meant to work with all stakeholders to create an enabling environment to propel India in the global space domain. He added that the ISpA would be a unified voice for the Indian Space industry, energize businesses, and foster International partnerships, and cooperation, to ensure that India becomes a global hub of the space industry.

India, United States natural partners in space exploration, says US official

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine resulted in a massive food shortage around the world due to the latter’s inability in exporting grains due to blockade of ports. Ukraine is one of the leading exporters of food grains in the world and the Russian blockage on the Black Sea led to a global crisis. The situation now&nbsp;is getting better and a United States official said that Ukraine&nbsp;is well on course to ship almost the same quantity of grains as it used to before the invasion after reaching an agreement with Russia.

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"Thanks to intensive international cooperation, Ukraine is on track to export as much as four million metric tonnes of agricultural products in August," a senior US State Department official told AFP.&nbsp;

The Russian invasion has dealt a massive blow to the supply chain all around the world and with no exports from Ukraine, the United Nations believed that the world could experience one of the worst food shortages in history. However, the current levels have brought respite to global concerns.

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According to the US authorities, around 720,000 tonnes of grain were carried out of Ukraine in the past few weeks with the help of 33 ships. The European Union has also introduced "Solidarity Lanes" — a system of vehicles on road and water — to solidify the distribution process of the exports from Ukraine.

The US has also announced that it will be contributing $68 million to the World Food Programme which will be used to buy 150,000 metric tonNEs of Ukrainian wheat in a bid to battle the global food crisis.

(With inputs from agencies)

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The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine resulted in a massive food shortage around the world due to the latter’s inability in exporting grains due to blockade of ports.

The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine resulted in a massive food shortage around the world due to the latter’s inability in exporting grains due to blockade of ports. Ukraine is one of the leading exporters of food grains in the world and the Russian blockage on the Black Sea led to a global crisis. The situation now is getting better and a United States official said that Ukraine is well on course to ship almost the same quantity of grains as it used to before the invasion after reaching an agreement with Russia. Also read | Twitter accused of neglecting security problems: Everything you need to know "Thanks to intensive international cooperation, Ukraine is on track to export as much as four million metric tonnes of agricultural products in August," a senior US State Department official told AFP. The Russian invasion has dealt a massive blow to the supply chain all around the world and with no exports from Ukraine, the United Nations believed that the world could experience one of the worst food shortages in history. However, the current levels have brought respite to global concerns. Also read | LIVE: Ukraine celebrates Independence Day, Zelensky vows to retake Crimea According to the US authorities, around 720,000 tonnes of grain were carried out of Ukraine in the past few weeks with the help of 33 ships. The European Union has also introduced "Solidarity Lanes" — a system of vehicles on road and water — to solidify the distribution process of the exports from Ukraine. The US has also announced that it will be contributing $68 million to the World Food Programme which will be used to buy 150,000 metric tonNEs of Ukrainian wheat in a bid to battle the global food crisis. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine grain exports are back to pre-war levels, says US official

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan, while addressing the nation on Friday, called the no-confidence motion against his government a “foreign conspiracy”. &nbsp;

The PM said the Supreme Court should have initiated an investigation over the “foreign conspiracy” matter. &nbsp;

While taking about the foreign conspiracy theory, he said that in the meeting between Pakistani ambassador and the US official, the latter said that “I [Imran Khan] should not have visited [Russia].” &nbsp;

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During the address, the PM said even before the no-confidence motion was filed, the US official had warned the Pakistani ambassador that if he manages to save himself from the motion, Pakistan will have to face “severe consequences.” &nbsp;

The leader maintained that the US official already knew that a no-confidence motion would be submitted against him, adding that they also knew who would come to power, if the Opposition ousted him. &nbsp;

He slammed the US official for arrogance and said that the official told the ambassador that if he is ousted, Pakistan will be spared no matter, who becomes PM. &nbsp;

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Allegations were also levelled against PML-N President Shahbaz Sharif by the PM. Khan said he had prepared his sherwani for the oath-taking ceremony as he is involved in this “foreign conspiracy.” &nbsp;

“It is so shameful for the 220 million people of Pakistan that a foreign official is ordering the sitting prime minister of the country through a third person, warning of severe consequences and alluring them of forgiveness if I [Imran Khan] leave the office,” PM said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan, while addressing the nation on Friday, called the no-confidence motion against his government a “foreign conspiracy”. The PM said the Supreme Court should have initiated an investigation over the “foreign conspiracy” matter.

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Imran Khan, while addressing the nation on Friday, called the no-confidence motion against his government a “foreign conspiracy”. The PM said the Supreme Court should have initiated an investigation over the “foreign conspiracy” matter. While taking about the foreign conspiracy theory, he said that in the meeting between Pakistani ambassador and the US official, the latter said that “I [Imran Khan] should not have visited [Russia].” Also Read: PM Imran Khan says can’t share 'threat letter' as it has secret info of Pak During the address, the PM said even before the no-confidence motion was filed, the US official had warned the Pakistani ambassador that if he manages to save himself from the motion, Pakistan will have to face “severe consequences.” The leader maintained that the US official already knew that a no-confidence motion would be submitted against him, adding that they also knew who would come to power, if the Opposition ousted him. He slammed the US official for arrogance and said that the official told the ambassador that if he is ousted, Pakistan will be spared no matter, who becomes PM. Watch: Gravitas: What will be Imran Khan's next step? × Allegations were also levelled against PML-N President Shahbaz Sharif by the PM. Khan said he had prepared his sherwani for the oath-taking ceremony as he is involved in this “foreign conspiracy.” “It is so shameful for the 220 million people of Pakistan that a foreign official is ordering the sitting prime minister of the country through a third person, warning of severe consequences and alluring them of forgiveness if I [Imran Khan] leave the office,” PM said. (With inputs from agencies)

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Pakistan PM Imran Khan claims US official involved in alleged conspiracy to topple his govt

A rescue worker in Florida was in for a shock recently when the official found two alligators hanging from an SUV window at the site of an accident. &nbsp;

Although witnessing injured persons is normal for rescue workers called in at any accident site, but sometimes they also do get surprised. &nbsp;

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On social media, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) revealed that an officer was called to the scene of a car accident, which involved "two people and two alligators." &nbsp;

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In a statement on Facebook, the department wrote, "When our officer was asked to assist with a vehicle accident involving two people and two alligators, he wasn’t sure what to expect. Once on scene, he saw a 6 ½ -foot and 8-foot-long alligator hanging from the rear window of an SUV resting on its side. The officer immediately removed them from the vehicle and, just to be safe, secured their mouths using electrical tape." &nbsp;

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The post added, "After interviewing the individuals, one of them finally admitted to killing the alligators while fishing, and then both suspects loaded the gators into the SUV for transport." &nbsp;

Both the alligators were found dead while the two individuals involved in the accident have been charged accordingly. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

A rescue worker in Florida was in for a shock recently when the official found two alligators hanging from an SUV window at the site of an accident. Although witnessing injured persons is normal for rescue workers called in at any accident site, but sometimes they also do get surprised.

A rescue worker in Florida was in for a shock recently when the official found two alligators hanging from an SUV window at the site of an accident. Although witnessing injured persons is normal for rescue workers called in at any accident site, but sometimes they also do get surprised. Also Read: In Orangutan parenting, the kids can get their own dinner On social media, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) revealed that an officer was called to the scene of a car accident, which involved "two people and two alligators." × In a statement on Facebook, the department wrote, "When our officer was asked to assist with a vehicle accident involving two people and two alligators, he wasn’t sure what to expect. Once on scene, he saw a 6 ½ -foot and 8-foot-long alligator hanging from the rear window of an SUV resting on its side. The officer immediately removed them from the vehicle and, just to be safe, secured their mouths using electrical tape." Also Read: California to investigate Google for treatment of Black female workers The post added, "After interviewing the individuals, one of them finally admitted to killing the alligators while fishing, and then both suspects loaded the gators into the SUV for transport." Both the alligators were found dead while the two individuals involved in the accident have been charged accordingly. (With inputs from agencies)

A bizarre accident? US official finds two alligators in SUV at mishap site

The Taliban said it met with US officials in Qatar on Monday, in the latest round of talks between the insurgents and Washington aimed at bringing an end to the 17-year war.

The US has not officially commented on the reported meeting, which follows the last confirmed talks between the two parties in the UAE in December.&nbsp;

"Following American acceptance of the agenda of ending the occupation of Afghanistan and preventing Afghanistan from being used against other countries in the future, talks with American representatives took place today in Doha, the capital of Qatar," Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said in a statement.

The announcement comes a day after US special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad left Pakistan where he had met with Prime Minister Imran Khan, who arrived in Doha for an official visit Monday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Khalilzad's has held a flurry of meetings around the region, including in Kabul last week, to garner support for the burgeoning dialogue.

Taliban representatives have met several times with US officials in recent months, but last week threatened to suspend the fledgling process, lambasting Washington for changing the agenda of the talks and "unilaterally" adding new subjects.

The insurgents have long refused to hold direct talks with the Kabul government -- despite US pleas -- which the Taliban dismisses as a puppet of Washington.

US officials said in December that President Donald Trump intends to withdraw as many as half of the 14,000 US troops deployed in Afghanistan.

The Taliban said it met with US officials in Qatar on Monday, in the latest round of talks between the insurgents and Washington aimed at bringing an end to the 17-year war.

The Taliban said it met with US officials in Qatar on Monday, in the latest round of talks between the insurgents and Washington aimed at bringing an end to the 17-year war. The US has not officially commented on the reported meeting, which follows the last confirmed talks between the two parties in the UAE in December. "Following American acceptance of the agenda of ending the occupation of Afghanistan and preventing Afghanistan from being used against other countries in the future, talks with American representatives took place today in Doha, the capital of Qatar," Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said in a statement. The announcement comes a day after US special envoy Zalmay Khalilzad left Pakistan where he had met with Prime Minister Imran Khan, who arrived in Doha for an official visit Monday. Khalilzad's has held a flurry of meetings around the region, including in Kabul last week, to garner support for the burgeoning dialogue. Taliban representatives have met several times with US officials in recent months, but last week threatened to suspend the fledgling process, lambasting Washington for changing the agenda of the talks and "unilaterally" adding new subjects. The insurgents have long refused to hold direct talks with the Kabul government -- despite US pleas -- which the Taliban dismisses as a puppet of Washington. US officials said in December that President Donald Trump intends to withdraw as many as half of the 14,000 US troops deployed in Afghanistan.

Taliban announces meeting with US officials in Qatar

US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook said on Saturday Washington was not looking to grant any more waivers for Iranian oil after the reimposition of US sanctions.

Hook told a news conference in the United Arab Emirates capital Abu Dhabi that the reason for the earlier waivers was to prevent a spike in oil prices. He declined to say what the administration in Washington would do when the current waivers end in May.

Washington gave waivers to eight traditional Iranian oil buyers - including China, India, Japan and South Korea -- after reimposing sanctions on Iranian oil in November.

US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook said on Saturday Washington was not looking to grant any more waivers for Iranian oil after the reimposition of US sanctions.

US Special Representative for Iran Brian Hook said on Saturday Washington was not looking to grant any more waivers for Iranian oil after the reimposition of US sanctions. Hook told a news conference in the United Arab Emirates capital Abu Dhabi that the reason for the earlier waivers was to prevent a spike in oil prices. He declined to say what the administration in Washington would do when the current waivers end in May. Washington gave waivers to eight traditional Iranian oil buyers - including China, India, Japan and South Korea -- after reimposing sanctions on Iranian oil in November.

US official says not to grant more waivers on Iran oil sanctions

US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Monday held closed-door talks in Riyadh with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who has faced a global backlash over journalist <a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/leading-us-senator-blames-saudi-prince-salman-for-khashoggi-death-172688">Jamal Khashoggi's murder</a>.

The official Saudi Press Agency said they stressed "the importance of the Saudi-US strategic partnership" in a meeting on the eve of a key investment conference in Riyadh.

Mnuchin is an among a wave of Western political leaders who pulled out of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) amid global outrage over the journalist's murder in Saudi Arabia's Istanbul consulate.

Turkish officials say the murder of Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul was "<a href="http://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-says-khashoggi-murder-savagely-planned-172861">savagely planned</a>" as evidence emerged of a body double leaving the building in the murdered journalist's clothes.

Trump said on Monday he was "not satisfied" with <a href="http://www.wionews.com/opinions/beyond-the-shared-us-saudi-goals-172723">Riyadh's explanation</a> of how Khashoggi, a Washington Post contributor, died inside the Saudi consulate. Mnuchin's withdrawal from the investment conference came after top financial, trade and foreign officials from Britain, France and Germany also dropped out.

The Saudis have said they plan to move forward with the conference, scheduled for Tuesday through Thursday, despite a wave of cancellations by business titans and media giants.

US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Monday held closed-door talks in Riyadh with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who has faced a global backlash over journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder.

US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin on Monday held closed-door talks in Riyadh with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who has faced a global backlash over journalist Jamal Khashoggi's murder. The official Saudi Press Agency said they stressed "the importance of the Saudi-US strategic partnership" in a meeting on the eve of a key investment conference in Riyadh. Mnuchin is an among a wave of Western political leaders who pulled out of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) amid global outrage over the journalist's murder in Saudi Arabia's Istanbul consulate. Turkish officials say the murder of Jamal Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul was "savagely planned" as evidence emerged of a body double leaving the building in the murdered journalist's clothes. Trump said on Monday he was "not satisfied" with Riyadh's explanation of how Khashoggi, a Washington Post contributor, died inside the Saudi consulate. Mnuchin's withdrawal from the investment conference came after top financial, trade and foreign officials from Britain, France and Germany also dropped out. The Saudis have said they plan to move forward with the conference, scheduled for Tuesday through Thursday, despite a wave of cancellations by business titans and media giants.

Journalist Khashoggi's murder: US official meets Saudi crown prince despite global backlash

China is using the strategy of giving credit and loans to countries across the world to become a global power with great influence, a top US intelligence official has said.

Daniel R Coats, Director of National Intelligence, told members of the Senate Armed Services Committee during a Congressional hearing said China was using a number of techniques that are far more than just the typical military land grab to increase its influence.

&quot;While China is modernising its military, is increasing its spending, most of it appears to be done for a deterrence purpose, rather than an aggressive purpose. They clearly have a strategy of using credit and loans to countries around the world, particularly in geo-strategic places, then combining it with some military capacity &mdash; South China Seas &mdash; their new base in Djibouti,&quot; Coats said.

&quot;We see that China is seeking, I think, to become a world power with great influence on a global basis. And they&#39;re using a number of techniques that are far more than just the typical military land grab that we see more likely with Russia, rather than China,&quot; Coats said.

He was responding to a question from Senator Angus King on the intelligence community&#39;s assessment of what China wants.

&quot;Are they moving toward military aggression and enlargement of their territory? Or are they looking more toward political and economic influence in the region?&quot; he asked.

&quot;It appears to be the latter,&quot; Coats said.&nbsp;

US official was responding to a question from Senator Angus King on the intelligence community's assessment of what China wants.

China is using the strategy of giving credit and loans to countries across the world to become a global power with great influence, a top US intelligence official has said. Daniel R Coats, Director of National Intelligence, told members of the Senate Armed Services Committee during a Congressional hearing said China was using a number of techniques that are far more than just the typical military land grab to increase its influence. "While China is modernising its military, is increasing its spending, most of it appears to be done for a deterrence purpose, rather than an aggressive purpose. They clearly have a strategy of using credit and loans to countries around the world, particularly in geo-strategic places, then combining it with some military capacity — South China Seas — their new base in Djibouti," Coats said. "We see that China is seeking, I think, to become a world power with great influence on a global basis. And they're using a number of techniques that are far more than just the typical military land grab that we see more likely with Russia, rather than China," Coats said. He was responding to a question from Senator Angus King on the intelligence community's assessment of what China wants. "Are they moving toward military aggression and enlargement of their territory? Or are they looking more toward political and economic influence in the region?" he asked. "It appears to be the latter," Coats said.

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