By Peter Dhondt

BRUSSELS, Jun 13 (IPS) - The Indian economy can start growing by 10 percent a year if India is able to attract the huge investments it needs in infrastructure and agriculture, including from Europe.

WASHINGTON, Jun 10 (IPS) - One of the enduring mysteries in international relations was the hitherto cool relations between the United States and India. Both were, and are, proud democracies. Both are suspicious of Islamic fundamentalism. Both are deeply concerned with the rise of China.  And yet, the two nations ended up in opposite camps during much of the Cold War.

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   By John Feffer

WASHINGTON, Apr 20 (IPS) — As the world’s most populous country and the fourth largest economy, China has undeniable global influence. Chinese President Hu Jintao’s meeting this week in Washington with U.S. President George W. Bush, their fifth in little over a year, further underscores Beijing’s central role on the global stage.

WASHINGTON (IPS) — Relationships between nations are always complex, but how do you characterise a relationship that is burdened with historical grievances, present-day rancour and future uncertainties? In addition, imagine a large ambitious neighbour hovering nearby, ready to exploit any opportunity.