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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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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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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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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attend a family photo ceremony prior to the BRICS Summit plenary session in Kazan, Russia.
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Modi and Xi Jinping engaged in their first formal discussions in five years

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping engaged in their first formal discussions in five years on Wednesday, indicating a potential thaw in relations between the two Asian powers, which had been adversely affected by a fatal military confrontation in 2020. The leaders convened during the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, as reported by both the Indian government and Chinese state media. … Continue reading Modi and Xi Jinping engaged in their first formal discussions in five years

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EU calls BRICS nations to urge Putin to cease Moscow’s military actions in Ukraine

The European Union on Wednesday called on nations participating in the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, to urge President Vladimir Putin to cease Moscow’s military actions in Ukraine. The summit is attended by over 20 leaders, including Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. EU foreign policy spokesperson Peter Stano criticized “Russia’s exploitation” of its leadership role … Continue reading EU calls BRICS nations to urge Putin to cease Moscow’s military actions in Ukraine

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping attend a family photo ceremony prior to the BRICS Summit plenary session in Kazan, Russia.
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Xi, Modi, and Putin discuss the Ukraine conflict during BRICS expansion talks

Leaders from BRICS, including China‘s Xi Jinping and India’s Narendra Modi, engaged in discussions regarding the conflict in Ukraine with President Vladimir Putin, who presided over a significant summit aimed at demonstrating the failure of Western efforts to isolate Russia. Originally conceived by Goldman Sachs two decades ago to highlight the rising economic influence of China and other emerging markets, BRICS now represents 45% of … Continue reading Xi, Modi, and Putin discuss the Ukraine conflict during BRICS expansion talks

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India and China ease border dispute tensions and the reasons for this shift

India and China have finalized an agreement to resolve a military standoff at their contested border, occurring four years after a violent confrontation in the western Himalayas severely strained their relations. Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar stated in an interview on Monday that the accord regarding border patrols indicates that “the disengagement process with China has been completed.” Although the broader border dispute remains … Continue reading India and China ease border dispute tensions and the reasons for this shift

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Putin to meet one-on-one with Xi Jinping and Modi

Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to engage in a one-on-one meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the BRICS summit in Kazan on Tuesday, as reported by presidential aide Yuri Ushakov on Monday. In addition to his discussions with Xi and Modi, Putin will also conduct bilateral meetings with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah … Continue reading Putin to meet one-on-one with Xi Jinping and Modi

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