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

Middle powers should become “indispensable” chokepoints to safeguard strategic autonomy and survive the power rivalry between the US and China, former leaders and top diplomats said at a forum in India on Wednesday.

The assessment comes 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 has hit America’s allies and foes alike and grown complicated amid...