Rajnath Singh Arrives in Japan to Strengthen Defence Ties
The Defence Minister will be in Japan on September 2 and September 3 following which he will visit South Korea from September 5 and September 6 for a bilateral visit.
Diplomacy
News articles and essays on the Indian diplomacy at work around the world.
ONGC Videsh, Partners Likely To Sign Deal To Acquire 49% Stake In Russia’s Vankor Oilfields
India is keen on sourcing one million barrels per day of oil and oil-equivalent gas from Russia and had identified Sakhalin-3 in the Far East, Vankor in East Siberia, and Terbs and Titov oilfields in Timan Pechora region as fields for potential collaboration.
PM Modi To Receive Russia’s Highest Civilian Award
A Russian official said the ‘Order of St Andrew the Apostle’ is awarded to prominent statesmen, public figures and those working in the fields of science, culture and arts in recognition of their exceptional services in promoting prosperity and glory of Russia.
India is ‘Close, Trusted Friend’ of Uzbekistan: Envoy
“We really appreciate and value this relationship. India is our close and trusted friend with whom we shared the centuries of culture and civilisation. India and Uzbekistan have wide-scale cooperation,” he added
Arziev thanked New Delhi for helping Uzbekistan in establishing an IT park.
India, Singapore Business Bodies Ink MoU on MSMEs to Reach Large South-East Asian Markets
The MoU signed by the FICCI and SICCI will provide handholding and facilitation to MSMEs of both sides as well as other businesses to help establish bases and joint ventures.
France, Germany & UK joins India on Safeguarding Freedom of Navigation in South China Sea
“We are concerned about the situation in the South China Sea which could lead to insecurity and instability in the region.” according to E3 joint statement on the situation in the South China Sea Statement by UK, France and Germany.
S Jaishankar Holds Talks With His Polish Counterpart After Visiting Russia
Jaishankar, who arrived here on Wednesday after a two-day visit to Russia, and his Polish counterpart Jacek Czaputowicz held talks in a warm atmosphere, drawing attention to the long lasting friendship of the two strong democracies.
India, Ghana to Cooperate in Trade, Defence, Health Among Other Sectors
The Indian delegation was led by T S Tirumurti, Secretary (Economic Relations) and the Ghanaian delegation was led by Charles Owiredu, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Friday.
Iran to Sign Preferential Tariff Agreement with India
Many important items will be made zero duty as part of the deal, with a commitment to reduce tariffs on many others, he said, addressing Indian investors at the PHD Chamber of Commerce.
PM Narendra Modi Set for Action Packed Week ahead; US Visit to Cover UNGA Meet, Awards and NRI Rallies
It will all begin in Texas, with HOWDY MODI, which is being planned as the biggest meeting of Non-Resident Indians and People of Indian Origin (PIO) by the Prime Minister on September 22, a day after he lands in the United States.