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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the narrow format meeting of the BRICS summit in Kazan.
DIPLOMACY

UK will resume trade talks with India to establish a ‘new strategic partnership’

UK is set to resume discussions with India regarding a free trade agreement in the upcoming year, as announced by Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s office on Monday. This follows a hiatus in negotiations that lasted several months due to elections in both nations. According to Starmer’s office, London aims to establish a “new strategic partnership” with India, focusing on enhancing collaboration in key areas such … Continue reading UK will resume trade talks with India to establish a ‘new strategic partnership’

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attends the narrow format meeting of the BRICS summit in Kazan.
DIPLOMACY

Nigeria and India have agreed to enhance collaboration in maritime security and counter-terrorism

Nigeria and India have reached an agreement to enhance their cooperation in maritime security, intelligence sharing, and counter-terrorism efforts during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi‘s state visit to Nigeria. This marks the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Nigeria in 17 years, following an invitation from President Bola Tinubu, who is actively seeking investments from major global economies. Modi arrived in Abuja on … Continue reading Nigeria and India have agreed to enhance collaboration in maritime security and counter-terrorism

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DEFENCE

India’s hypersonic missile test places it among an elite group of nations

India has announced the successful testing of a domestically developed long-range hypersonic missile, marking a significant milestone in its military advancements and joining a limited number of countries with this sophisticated technology. The global race for hypersonic weaponry is part of the strategic initiatives of several nations, including India, which is working to enhance its long-range missile capabilities alongside China, Russia, and the United States. … Continue reading India’s hypersonic missile test places it among an elite group of nations

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attend a family photo opportunity by heads of the delegations at the 16th BRICS summit in Kazan
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Russia and China are deepening their relationship. What does this mean for India?

Russia and China, two vast neighboring nations occupying the largest expanse of land in Asia, share a multifaceted historical relationship marked by both competition and practical collaboration. Since the conclusion of World War II, their relationship has fluctuated significantly, heavily influenced by external factors. In response to the West’s coercive tactics—such as urging Russia to launch a military operation in Ukraine—Moscow has increasingly found common … Continue reading Russia and China are deepening their relationship. What does this mean for India?

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Chinese President Xi Jinping attends a presentation ceremony of national medals and honorary titles, at the Great Hall of the People.
DIPLOMACY

World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

As global leaders convene for two significant summits in South America in the coming days, the uncertainty surrounding Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House is expected to cast a long shadow. Many will be contemplating the implications of Trump’s “America First” policy on the global economy and ongoing conflicts in Europe and the Middle East. China, in particular, is preparing for potentially strained … Continue reading World leaders are cautious about Trump ahead of key summits, while China’s Xi sees a potential advantage

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Then-President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a joint event on Sunday, September 22, 2019, in Houston, Texas.
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India depends on the strong Modi-Trump relationship to navigate a turbulent future with the U.S.

During his re-election campaign, Donald Trump consistently threatened to impose significant tariffs on imports from various nations, with a particular focus on China. He proposed a staggering 60 percent tariff on Chinese goods. India also became a prominent target, as he labeled it a “major charger” of tariffs and vowed to reciprocate. As Trump gears up to assume office once more following a surprising victory … Continue reading India depends on the strong Modi-Trump relationship to navigate a turbulent future with the U.S.

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Modi’s tough-minded potential successor Amit Shah under the radar

India’s Home Minister Amit Shah has been accused by Canada of orchestrating efforts to target Sikh separatists within its borders. Shah has served as a key ally to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for many years and is often regarded as Modi’s tough-minded counterpart and a potential successor. Neither Shah’s office nor the Indian Ministry of External Affairs has responded to inquiries regarding these allegations. India … Continue reading Modi’s tough-minded potential successor Amit Shah under the radar

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DISPUTES

Canada alleges Indian Minister Amit Shah is involved in targeting Sikh separatists

On Tuesday, the Canadian government accused Indian Minister of Home Affairs Amit Shah, a close associate of Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi, of orchestrating efforts to target Sikh separatists within Canada. The Indian government has rejected these allegations from Canada as unfounded and has denied any involvement in such activities. The Washington Post was the first to report that Canadian officials claimed Shah was … Continue reading Canada alleges Indian Minister Amit Shah is involved in targeting Sikh separatists

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Chinese President Xi Jinping meets with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan, Russia.
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Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

The 2024 BRICS summit held in Russia this week served as a platform for Moscow and Beijing to express their mutual anti-Western sentiments and global aspirations. However, analysts suggest that the ongoing conflict in Ukraine may be straining the “no limits” partnership between the two nations. The choice of Russia as the summit’s venue was strategically important, particularly in light of global efforts to isolate … Continue reading Will the Ukraine war overshadow Xi and Putin’s push for global reform?

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DIPLOMACY

India and China have begun implementing a new border agreement, ending the long standoff in the Himalayas

India and China have initiated the implementation of an agreement aimed at resolving a military standoff along their contested Himalayan border, as announced by both nations on Friday. This development marks the most significant easing of tensions between the two countries since the deadly confrontations that occurred four years ago. According to an Indian government source, troops who had been in close proximity at two … Continue reading India and China have begun implementing a new border agreement, ending the long standoff in the Himalayas

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