Sullivan and Wang discussed a range of geopolitical issues in Thailand, including Iran, the clashes around the Red Sea, Taiwan, Myanmar, North Korea and disputes in the South China Sea.

Some results will be known soon after polls close in the eastern states (early on Wednesday in India). The national call will take longer — it took four days in 2020. Watch for the seven swing states — these will determine the paths to the 270 electoral votes…

Tariffs and deportations have led to an erosion of goodwill enjoyed by the US. As India grapples with these challenges, it seeks Trump administration to continue with America’s cooperative behaviour with its allies