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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong, and Japanese Foreign Minister Iwaya Takeshi at the State Department in Washington, U.S.
DIPLOMACY

Both allies and adversaries of the U.S. are preparing for a new ‘America First’ phase

Less than a day after U.S. President Donald Trump took office on Monday, newly appointed Secretary of State Marco Rubio engaged with foreign ministers from America’s key allies in the Indo-Pacific region, known as the “Quad,” which includes Australia, India, and Japan. This meeting coincided with the USS Carl Vinson completing its first significant training exercise of 2025 in waters near the Philippines. While there … Continue reading Both allies and adversaries of the U.S. are preparing for a new ‘America First’ phase

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DIPLOMACY

Quad foreign ministers convene in Washington, highlighting Trump’s emphasis on China

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that a meeting in Washington with his counterparts from Australia, India, and Japan on Tuesday will emphasize the significance of collaborating with allies on issues vital to the United States and its citizens. Rubio, who took the oath of office the day after President Donald Trump commenced his second term, will host the “Quad”—a coalition of four nations … Continue reading Quad foreign ministers convene in Washington, highlighting Trump’s emphasis on China

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Biden administration urges the Trump administration to keep a consistent approach in the Indo-Pacific

Jake Sullivan, the departing U.S. national security adviser, is encouraging the incoming Trump administration to maintain President Joe Biden‘s approach of strengthening relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region to address challenges posed by adversaries such as China and North Korea. Sullivan stated, in response to a question from VOA during a roundtable with journalists on Friday, “The argument we will present is … Continue reading Biden administration urges the Trump administration to keep a consistent approach in the Indo-Pacific

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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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Japan's Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya
DEFENCE

Japan ministers announced that they are not pursuing PM’s proposal to create an Asian NATO

Japan’s foreign and defense ministers announced on Wednesday that they are not pursuing a proposal from the newly elected prime minister to create an “Asian NATO,” following rejections from both the United States and India. Shigeru Ishiba had put forth this idea prior to his anticipated victory in the ruling party leadership election on Friday, suggesting it would enhance security across Asia. However, Indian Foreign … Continue reading Japan ministers announced that they are not pursuing PM’s proposal to create an Asian NATO

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