New Delhi, April 24 (IANS) As India and New Zealand prepare to sign a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Monday, both sides are expected to benefit from expanded trade ties and improved market access, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has said.Taking to the social media platform X, Luxon said, “We will sign a Free Trade Agreement with India on Monday.”In a video message, Luxon said the agreement would improve market access for New Zealand exporters, particularly manufacturers of marine jet…
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New Delhi/Hanoi, April 24 (IANS) President Lee Jae Myung’s state visits to India and Vietnam this week highlighted South Korea’s growing focus on securing energy supplies and strengthening raw material supply chains as global markets face mounting uncertainty from the conflict in the Middle East.Lee wrapped up the six-day trip Friday after holding summits aimed at deepening economic and strategic cooperation with the leaders of the two fast-growing economies, seen as critical to Seoul’s efforts …
Washington, April 24 (IANS) A deepening “lack of mutual trust” has emerged as the biggest challenge in India-US ties, even as both sides continue to engage across strategic and economic fronts, speakers said at the Hudson Institute’s New India Conference. “There is a big lack of mutual trust today. We need to build that trust once again,” Ram Madhav said, pointing to a sharp shift in perceptions compared to earlier phases of close political alignment.The panel said the relationship, wh…
Washington, April 23 (IANS) The India–US relationship is undergoing strain but remains fundamentally strong, shaped by shared strategic interests and long-term convergence, former US Ambassador to India Kenneth Juster told the think tank community here.Speaking at the Hudson Institute’s “New India Conference”, Juster traced the evolution of India’s foreign policy and its growing alignment with Washington, particularly in response to China’s rise.“India remains committed to the prin…
Washington, April 23 (IANS) Powerful American lawmakers across party lines called for deeper India-US cooperation on security, trade and global stability, even as some flagged strains in ties over tariffs and policy differences.At an “Exhibition on Human Cost of Terrorism,” organized by Indian Embassy at the Capitol Hilll, members of Congress described India as a key strategic partner, underscoring shared democratic values and the need for closer coordination in addressing global challenges,…
Mumbai, April 21 (IANS) The Korean artiste Aoora attended the State Banquet hosted at Rashtrapati Bhavan, on Tuesday. The event was held in the presence of the President of India Droupadi Murmu and Lee Jae Myung, the President of South Korea, as part of an official diplomatic engagement between the two nations. Aoora’s presence highlighted the role of artistes in fostering cultural diplomacy beyond traditional political frameworks.Aoora described attending the banquet as a meaningful experienc…
Dhaka, April 20 (IANS) An interactive session was held between the Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh and the Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IBCCI), in Dhaka on Thursday. “The Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Pranay Verma, welcomed a delegation of newly appointed Directors of the India Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IBCCI) over an interactive session on 16 April 2026,” the High Commission of India in Bangladesh mentioned in a post on X.IBCCI is a platform c…
New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on Monday paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in New Delhi. In a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said, “For peace, harmony, and a better world. President Lee Jae Myung of Republic of Korea paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat, honouring values of peace and non-violence.”Earlier in the day, President Lee was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan. President Droupadi Murmu a…
New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed confidence that the partnership between India and Austria will get “more innovation-centric and future-ready”.PM Modi’s statement came after he met Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker and discussed ways to deepen cooperation in areas like innovation, infrastructure, and sustainability.He stated that both nations are committed to adding new energy to trade and investment linkages.”Held very productive discussions with…
Washington, April 16 (IANS) Global conflicts and supply chain disruptions are adding to economic stress in developing countries, with the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four (G-24) warning that recent gains on inflation and growth are at risk.Speaking at a press briefing during the Spring Meetings, G-24 Chair Olawale Edun said: “Numerous political crises and conflicts globally have significantly impacted… populations and further strained the fragile global economy, with particularly adver…