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EAM Jaishankar to participate in ASEAN, QUAD meetings

EAM Jaishankar to participate in ASEAN, QUAD meetings

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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will embark on a visit to Manila, Philippines, on Wednesday to participate in several Foreign Minister-level meetings under the ASEAN framework. The Ministry of External Affairs stated that Jaishankar will be taking part in ASEAN-India, East Asia Summit (EAS) and ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) meetings during his visit from July 22 to 23. “External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar will visit Manila, Philippines, on 22-23 July 2026 to participate in Foreign Minister level Meetings under the ASEAN framework, including the ASEAN-India, East Asia Summit (EAS) and ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) Meetings,” the MEA wrote. It added that the EAM will also be participating in a Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on the sidelines of the ASEAN-related meetings. He is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts. “On the margins of the ASEAN-related meetings, External Affairs Minister will be participating in a Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with his counterparts from Australia, Japan and the United States. He is also expected to hold bilateral meetings with his counterparts from participating countries,” …

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Vietnam; Defence cooperation key focus area

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Vietnam; Defence cooperation key focus area

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Rajnath Singh is scheduled to hold talks with his Vietnamese counterpart, with discussions expected to cover a broad range of defence and security cooperation issues. Defence cooperation, military exchanges, defence manufacturing and regional security are expected to remain key focus areas during the visit Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

Trust has become India’s strongest currency: PM Modi in Malaysia | India News

Trust has become India’s strongest currency: PM Modi in Malaysia | India News

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4 min readNew DelhiFeb 8, 2026 02:13 AM IST India has seen a “massive transformation” in the last decade and is now seen as a “trusted partner for growth”, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Malaysia Saturday, citing recent trade deals with various countries including the UK and the US. “Whether it is the UK, UAE, Australia, New Zealand, Oman, the EU or USA, countries have trade deals with India. Trust has become India’s strongest currency,” Modi said at an Indian community event in Kuala Lumpur hours after arriving on a two-day official visit. He was received at the airport by Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim. Modi’s comments came on a day India and the US announced the framework for the interim trade deal. “Earlier, India was seen just as a huge market. Now, we are a hub for investment and trade,” Modi said. “In one decade, India has seen a massive transformation. Then, we were the 11th largest economy in the world. Now, we are knocking on the doors of the Top 3. We are …

At ASEAN-India Summit, PM Modi Proposes 10-Point Plan To Strengthen Group

At ASEAN-India Summit, PM Modi Proposes 10-Point Plan To Strengthen Group

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Vientiane, Laos: PM Modi today attended the 21st ASEAN-India Summit in Laos. At the summit, PM Modi also announced a 10-point plan to strengthen ASEAN-India comprehensive partnership and asserted that ties with the regional grouping were critical for Asia’s future. Here is PM Modi’s 10-point plan to strengthen ASEAN-India Comprehensive Partnership: Celebrating the year 2025 as ASEAN-India Year of Tourism for which India will make available USD 5 million towards joint activities. To celebrate a decade of the Act East Policy through several people centric activities, including a youth summit, a start-up festival, a hackathon, a music festival, building on an ASEAN-India netrowk of think tanks and the Delhi Dialogue. To organise an ASEAN-India women scientists conclave under the ASEAN-India Science and Technology Development Fund. Doubling the number of scholarships at the Nalanda University and a provision of new scholarships for ASEAN students at the Agricultural Universities in India. Review of the ASEAN-India Trade and Goods Agreement by 2025. Enhancing disaster resilience for which India would contribute an additional USD 5 million. Initiate a new …

PM Modi at ASEAN-India Summit in Laos: ‘We are peace-loving countries, respect each other’

PM Modi at ASEAN-India Summit in Laos: ‘We are peace-loving countries, respect each other’

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Image Source : REUTERS Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi embraces Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh during the 21st ASEAN-India Summit. Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday addressed the ASEAN-India Summit in Vientiane, Laos, where he asserted that India’s Act East policy has given energy and momentum to historic relations between New Delhi and ASEAN countries. He also said India-ASEAN cooperation was much needed today in the face of global conflicts. “I had announced India’s Act-East policy. In the last decade, this policy has given new energy, direction and momentum to the historic relations between India and ASEAN countries. Giving prominence to ASEAN, in 1991 we launched the Indo-Pacific Ocean Initiative,” said Modi at the 21st ASEAN-India Summit on Thursday. He also listed out other initiatives undertaken by India to enhance multilateral cooperation with countries in the ASEAN region. “Last year maritime exercises for regional security and stability were started. In the last 10 years, our trade with the ASEAN region has almost doubled to over 130 billion dollars. Today, India has direct flight …

‘A Decade Of Act East Policy’: PM Modi To Visit Laos For ASEAN-India Summit And 19th East Asia Summit

‘A Decade Of Act East Policy’: PM Modi To Visit Laos For ASEAN-India Summit And 19th East Asia Summit

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At the invitation of Sonexay Siphandone, Prime Minister of the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, PM Modi will visit Vientiane, Lao PDR, on 10-11 October 2024. (Image: MEA) Modi’s visit would be packed with summit-level talks, bilateral meetings and a lot of colour and culture Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Laos for a two-day visit starting October 10 for the ASEAN-India Summit and 19th East Asia Summit. PM Modi will be in Vientiane on the invitation of Sonexay Siphandone, Prime Minister of Lao, the current chair of ASEAN. ASEAN-India Summit “India is marking a decade of the Act East Policy this year. Relations with ASEAN are a central pillar of the Act East Policy and our Indo-Pacific vision. The ASEAN-India Summit will review the progress of India-ASEAN relations through our Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and chart the future direction of cooperation,” the external affairs ministry said in a statement, announcing Modi’s visit. For the Laos trip, Modi’s schedule is packed with summit-level talks, bilateral meetings, and cultural events. Upon arrival, he would be welcomed …

India sends 32 tonnes of relief supplies to typhoon-hit Myanmar under operation Sadbhav – India TV

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Image Source : X/@MEAINDIA New Delhi: Security personnel dispatch relief material to Typhoon Yagi-hit Myanmar. India has sent a second batch of 32 tonnes of relief supplies to Myanmar via an Indian Air Force (IAF) IL-76 transport aircraft as part of Operation Sadbhav. This humanitarian mission, initiated two days ago, aims to assist Southeast Asian nations affected by Typhoon Yagi, which has caused widespread flooding in Myanmar, Laos, and Vietnam. “A second tranche of 32 tonnes of aid was dispatched via IAF IL-76 today,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said. “This comprised gensets, temporary shelter, hygiene kits, solar lamps and other relief materials,” it said. Relief materials for Myanmar The relief consignment included essential supplies such as generators, temporary shelters, hygiene kits, solar lamps, and other necessary materials. India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) emphasised that the aid is being continuously reassessed to determine further assistance. India’s rapid response to humanitarian crises India’s swift response underscores its commitment as a “First Responder” in humanitarian situations. The first tranche of 21 tonnes of aid was …

PM Modi leaves for two-nation visit to Brunei and Singapore

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi emplanes for Brunei Darussalam, in New Delhi, Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2024. | Photo Credit: PTI  Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (September 3, 2024) embarked on a visit to Singapore, and Brunei Darussalam, which will be the first ever bilateral visit by an Indian Prime Minister. Also read: In Brunei, Modi to sign space cooperation pact, discuss boosting sagging trade, energy ties with Sultan “Over the next two days, will be visiting Brunei Darussalam and Singapore. During the various engagements in these nations, the focus will be on further deepening India’s ties with them,” Mr. Modi posted a message on X. Ahead of his departure to Brunei Darussalam and Singapore, Mr. Modi said he looked forward to his meetings with His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and other esteemed members of the Royal family to advance our historical relationship to new heights. From Brunei, Mr. Modi will travel to Singapore on Wednesday (September 4, 2024). “I look forward to the opportunity to meet President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, Senior …