India has reiterated that peace and stability along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) remain the foundation for rebuilding normal relations with China. During a high-level diplomatic engagement, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conveyed to his Chinese counterpart that sustained border peace is a necessary precondition for improving bilateral ties and expanding cooperation between the...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi used a cricket analogy to explain the evolving relationship between India and Australia during his interaction with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, drawing laughter and appreciation from the audience. The light-hearted comparison highlighted the deepening diplomatic ties between the two nations while emphasizing the spirit of cooperation, mutual respect, and shared...
India and Indonesia are moving closer to finalising a significant defence agreement that could further strengthen their strategic partnership in the Indo-Pacific region. Indonesia has expressed its intention to procure the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system from India in a deal estimated to be worth around $200 million, while discussions are also underway regarding the...
India has entered into a significant lobbying agreement worth $1.8 million with a United States-based consulting and lobbying firm that has links to individuals associated with former US President Donald Trump. The move reflects New Delhi’s continued efforts to strengthen diplomatic engagement and policy outreach in Washington at a time when bilateral relations between the...
India has appointed senior Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officer Sanjeev Jain as its next Ambassador to the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea), marking an important development in New Delhi’s diplomatic engagement with Pyongyang. The appointment reflects India’s continued commitment to maintaining official diplomatic relations with the East Asian nation despite complex regional and...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake his first official visit to New Zealand, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic relations between the two nations. The visit is expected to strengthen political, economic, and strategic cooperation while giving fresh momentum to negotiations on a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which has remained one of...
The long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the United Kingdom is moving closer to implementation, with British authorities describing the pact as one of the most significant trade achievements in recent years. The agreement, which has been under negotiation for an extended period, is expected to strengthen economic ties between the two nations...
Nepal has reiterated its commitment to strengthening its long-standing relationship with India while emphasizing that unresolved border issues between the two neighbors should be addressed through diplomatic dialogue and mutual understanding. Highlighting the deep historical, cultural, and social connections shared by the two countries, Nepalese leaders have underlined the importance of preserving and expanding bilateral...
Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has publicly acknowledged and appreciated former United States President Donald Trump for his reported role in helping de-escalate tensions between India and Pakistan, describing Islamabad as “forever grateful” for efforts that contributed to maintaining peace between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. The remarks come amid renewed international discussions about diplomatic engagement...
Russia has expressed its willingness to deepen defence cooperation with India by inviting New Delhi to participate in the joint development and production of the Su-57, the country’s flagship fifth-generation stealth fighter aircraft. The proposal, highlighted by Russian President Vladimir Putin, underscores Moscow’s continued commitment to strengthening strategic and technological collaboration with India in the...