In US-China rivalry, middle powers urged to be ‘indispensable’ chokepoints

Middle powers are urged to transform themselves into “indispensable” chokepoints to safeguard strategic autonomy and survive the power rivalry between the US and China, former leaders and top diplomats said at a summit in India. The assessment came as smaller and middle-tier countries seek to protect themselves from mounting geopolitical uncertainties arising from the tariff war launched by US President Donald Trump. The trade conflict that hit America’s allies and foes alike has grown...