CRPF Contingent Evacuated As Situation Worsens In Libya: Sushma Swaraj
The Indian Ambassador to Tunisia has the concurrent charge of Libya. The CRPF contingent is deployed as the peacekeeping force in Tripoli, Swaraj outlined.
Diplomacy
News articles and essays on the Indian diplomacy at work around the world.
India’s INS ‘Kolkata’, ‘Shakti’ To Take Part In Chinese Navy’s 70th Anniversary Celebrations
The two ships are scheduled to visit Chinese port of Qingdao from April 21 to 26 to participate in an International Fleet Review to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the People’s Liberation Army Navy.
Humanitarian Work Important Element Of India’s Diplomacy
The chairman of Jaipur Foot USA, Prem Bhandari said that 1.8 million people around the world have benefited from the prostheses programmes since 1975, and 73 camps have been held in 20 countries to help people regain their mobility.
Qatar Naval Commander Visits India To Consolidate Bilateral Naval Relations
During his visit, Commander, QENF held bilateral discussions with Admiral Sunil Lanba, PVSM, AVSM, ADC, Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee and Chief of the Naval Staff and other senior officials of the Indian Navy.
PM Modi Awarded Zayed Medal, UAE’s Top Civilian Honour
In a tweet, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, said, “We have historical and comprehensive strategic ties with India, reinforced by the pivotal role of my dear friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who gave these relations a big boost. In appreciation of his efforts, the UAE President grants him the Zayed Medal.”
India Working With Russia To Sign Co-op Deals on Space, Energy, Defence – Envoy
“There are a number of agreements in the pipeline. We are looking at a document that will carry forward India’s cooperation with Russia in the Far East. A number of documents are there also in the defence field, in the space field, in the nuclear field. We also expect forward movement in the field of energy — hydrocarbons, oil, gas, coking coal”, Varma said.
Talks On For PM Modi To Open Temple In UAE On April 20
Modi had laid the foundation stone of the temple during his last visit to Abu Dhabi in February 2018. He had witnessed the ground breaking ceremony (‘shila pujan’) for the temple during that visit and attended the World Government Summit in Dubai.
President Kovind Addresses Indian Community In Chile
During his speech, President Kovind noted that his state visit to Chile is important for many reasons. “I am the third Indian President to visit Chile,” he said. “The other reasons include, the 70th anniversary of India-Chile diplomatic relations, the 70th anniversary of the Indian Constitution, the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev-the founder of Sikhism.”
In A 1st, India To Post Women As Defence Attaches Abroad
Sources said the first women officers could go out as soon as on the next “rotation”. The defence attache’s job has acquired greater importance in recent years, as India’s defence and security engagement has increased. Defence diplomacy is now a regular part of India’s diplomatic engagement, certainly with key countries.
Bolivia Supports India Towards Defence & Mutual Developments
The two sides stressed that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security. “They reaffirmed that all acts of terrorism are crimes against humanity, regardless of their motivation, wherever, whenever and by whomsoever committed. They underlined the need for all States to resolutely fight terrorism,” the statement said.