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Khushboo Razdan
Senior US Correspondent
Khushboo Razdan is a senior correspondent based in Washington. Prior to this, she worked for the Post in New York. Before joining the team, she worked as a multimedia journalist in Beijing and New Delhi for over a decade. She is a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School.
Khushboo Razdan is a senior correspondent based in Washington. Prior to this, she worked for the Post in New York. Before joining the team, she worked as a multimedia journalist in Beijing and New Delhi for over a decade. She is a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School.
Areas of Expertise:
US-China relations, Indo-Pacific geopoliticsLanguages Spoken:
English, Hindi
Trump’s trade chief says administration has ‘come to terms’ with the fact that China won’t fundamentally change its political-economic model.
Critical minerals and Indo-Pacific security took centre stage amid doubts over US commitment and a delayed leaders’ summit.
US Secretary of State arrives on Saturday for four-day visit, with relations between the two countries strained and continuing to fluctuate.
Countries respond to massive economic pain with accelerating demand for Chinese PV products but will they maintain the pace?
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Message via Pakistan outlines terms on nuclear work and Strait of Hormuz, as Moscow signals support and Washington considers next move.
Trump sends Witkoff and Kushner; meanwhile, Iran’s foreign ministry denies US discussions even as Araghchi arrives in Islamabad.
Republican senator to lead bipartisan delegation to China next week; visit will begin on May 1, with stops planned in Shanghai and Beijing.
Commerce chief says Beijing is prioritising its own semiconductor industry when asked whether selling US chips would aid Chinese military.
Strait blockade stays as US seizes vessel said to be carrying ammunition for Iran; Beijing denies role and talks face fresh doubt.
Companies scramble on Monday to recover illegally collected tariffs from US government as thousands rush to file claims.
US trade chief says more resources needed to expand trade probes and counter China, warning farmers remain exposed ahead of Beijing summit.
Trump foresees a ‘big, fat hug’ from China’s Xi Jinping as New Delhi mulls a face-saver Quad meet-up without the US president.
Sides commit to more engagement as Trump urges disarming Hezbollah, but analysts warn a durable Israel-Lebanon deal remains unlikely.
War distractions and limited goals risk turning Beijing talks into optics over substance, as expectations shrink and planning falters.
Trump says Beijing ‘would like to see this ended’ as the US moves to stop vessels transiting to and from Iranian ports.
As Trump orders a naval blockade of the world’s most vital oil and gas artery, a ripple effect threatens industries and consumer prices worldwide.
The US plans to block ‘all maritime traffic entering and exiting Iranian ports’ starting on Monday.
Tehran’s lead negotiator hits out at Washington after Islamabad talks, while Vance says sticking point was lack of nuclear commitments.
US sends destroyers for mine-clearing operations in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran and US hold high-stakes talks in Pakistan.
Court weighs Section 122 tariffs as plaintiffs warn of shifting tactics and judges probe limits of ‘balance of payments’ claims.
Analysts question the cost of China deploying ‘fertiliser diplomacy’ and boosting soybean purchases ahead of the Trump-Xi summit.
As the clock ticks down to negotiations in Islamabad, two big factors stand in the way of progress.
With regime change increasingly out of reach, the US president may pivot towards a business deal with Tehran’s fractured leadership.
Markets rise on fragile pause in fighting, as Tehran keeps Hormuz shut and warns it may abandon deal if Israeli strikes on Lebanon continue.
US Trade Representative underscores US seeks substantial tariffs, unhindered rare earth access, and a stability-preserving leaders’ meeting.
Scientist described by dean as a ‘promising and brilliant young mind’ took own life after questioning by US federal law enforcement.
US leader said he was unsure if the war was escalating or easing, but warned of sweeping strikes if no deal is reached by Tuesday at 8pm EST.
Attorney general’s removal follows the ouster of Trump’s homeland security and border patrol chiefs amid a wave of negative headlines.
Deficit with mainland hits two-decade low as trade shifts to Taiwan, Mexico and Vietnam amid tariff fallout and efforts to stabilise ties.
