The Six Forms of Diplomacy From Chanakya
These six policies are very important to implement the Mandala Theory in practice and adaptable to the circumstances arising out of the dynamics of political situations.
Diplomacy
News articles and essays on the Indian diplomacy at work around the world.
UAE-India Ties Reaching Golden Era, Say Officials
Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of State for Tolerance, commended the bilateral ties of trust and friendship that exist between the two countries. He also highlighted the vital role of sustainable knowledge-based economy, innovation and dialogue in achieving peace and human progress.
India Should Bolster Taiwan Ties to Frustrate China’s Aggressive Designs
India and Taiwan have steadily strengthened their economic ties by signing a number of economic MoUs and agreements since 2016. The Narendra Modi Cabinet recently approved a Bilateral Investment Agreement between India and Taiwan.
India Sharpens Focus On Asia-Pacific Region
The new Asia-Pacific division of the Ministry of External Affairs will comprise the three earlier divisions of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), ASEAN and the Quad sections.
UK & India Strengthen Defence Ties Through Renewed Defence MoU
Air Marshal Richard Knighton signed the Defence Equipment Memorandum on behalf of the UK Ministry of Defence, while Shri Barun Mitra, Additional Secretary Defence Production at the Ministry of Defence, signed on behalf of the Indian Government.
Russia Honours PM Narendra Modi With ‘Order of Saint Andrew The Apostle’, It’s Highest State Decoration
“On April 12, 2019, Indian PM Narendra Modi was decorated with Order of Saint Andrew the Apostle – highest state decoration of Russia – for exceptional services in promoting special and privileged strategic partnership between Russian and India,” the Russian embassy said in a statement.
India To Transfer Dornier Reconnaissance Aircraft To Sri Lanka In A Bid To Improve Ties With Island Nation
As part of the effort of building closer defence ties with Sri Lanka, India is likely to transfer a Dornier reconnaissance aircraft. A military exercise between the two countries in Sri Lanka has just ended, the next one is likely to be more sophisticated.
Maldives Foreign Minister Says, India, Maldives Friendship Reached New Heights Since PM Modi Attended Swearing In Of Prez Solih
In an interview to AIR correspondent, he said that development cooperation agenda is being implemented at quick pace. Mr. Shahid said that his government’s promise for people-oriented projects like water and sewage facilities, are being implemented with generous assistance from the Government of India.
India, Sri Lanka Agree To Increase Cooperation In Security And Defence Spheres
President Sirisena thanked the Indian Government for the cooperation extended to Sri Lanka in security issues and for training provided to Sri Lankan security forces personnel. He also requested to increase the number of personnel trained by India. Defence Secretary agreed to look into the possibility of enhancing training facilities.
For The Second Time, India Declines China’s Invite For BRI Forum
This was the fourth time China blocked a ban on Azhar, the leader of a UN-proscribed terrorist organisation. Beijing’s action made it even more difficult for India to think in terms of participating even at a very junior level in the Forum, which is likely to be attended by about 40 heads of state and government including Russian President Vladimir Putin. The second such Forum meet will also take place in the middle of Indian parliamentary elections.