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PM Modi arrives in Laos to attend India-ASEAN, East Asia summits

PM Modi arrives in Laos to attend India-ASEAN, East Asia summits

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets the artists after witnessing Phalak-Phalam, also known as Phra Lak Phra Ram, the Lao adaption of Ramayana, in Vientiane on October 10, 2024. | Photo Credit: ANI Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday (October 10, 2024) said he looked forward to the deliberations with world leaders as he arrived in Laos for a two-day visit to attend the India-ASEAN and East Asia summits. Mr. Modi is visiting Lao PDR on the invitation of Prime Minister Sonexay Siphandone. Laos is the current chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) founded in 1967. Mr. Modi was accorded a traditional welcome at the airport by Lao PDR Minister of Home Affairs Vilaywong Bouddhakham while some time later, at the hotel lobby, members of the Indian diaspora greeted him with cheerful slogans. He also interacted with the community members. “Landed in Lao PDR. Looking forward to the deliberations with various world leaders,” Mr. Modi posted on X after reaching there. During the visit, Mr. Modi will participate in the 21st India-ASEAN and …

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 Beat Laos 2-0 In Last Group Match In AFC U-20 Asian Cup Qualifiers

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India pumped in two second-half goals to beat hosts Laos 2-0 in their concluding Group G match of the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2025 Qualifiers on Sunday. The Blue Colts squandered a series of scoring chances before finding the net through Gwgwmsar Goyary (69th minute) and Thanglalsoun Gangte (84th) to notch up full points. While India finished second in the four-team group with six points from three matches behind Iran (9 points), it remains to be seen whether this is enough for them to secure a spot in the final rounds of the competition. The top teams of the 10 groups, along with the five best second-place finishers, will qualify for the AFC U20 Asian Cup 2025 in China. India finished with 4 goal difference. India spent most of the first 45 minutes lurking around the Laos area to find a goal but had to troop back to the dressing room without success. While the home side rode their luck to keep the scoresheet clean, India missed a host of opportunities. The Blue …

India beat Laos to finish second in Group G of AFC U20 qualifiers

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India defeated hosts Laos by two second half goals in their concluding Group G match of the AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers 2025 at the Lao National Stadium KM16 on Sunday, September 29, 2024. In a match that could have won by a tennis-like score, the Blue Colts squandered a series of scoring chances before finding the net through Gwgwmsar Goyary (69’) and Thanglalsoun Gangte (84’) to notch up full points. While India finished with six points from three matches and were second in the four-team group behind IR Iran, it remains to be seen whether this performance can secure them a spot in the final rounds of the competition. The top teams of the 10 groups along with the five best second-place finishers will qualify for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2025. India finished second in group G with a 6-2 goal difference. India spent most of the first 45 minutes lurking around the Laos area to find a goal but had to troop back to the dressing room without success. While the …

How India Is Aiding Typhoon-Hit Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam; Drought-Hit Namibia

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India sent the 32-tonne consignment to Myanmar on an IL-76 transport aircraft New Delhi: India has sent a second tranche of relief supplies to Myanmar under its Operation Sadbhav, which was launched two days ago to help Southeast Asian countries deal with Typhoon Yagi. Massive floods have wreaked destruction in various parts of Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam after Typhoon Yagi, said to be Asia’s most powerful storm this year, struck the three countries. Typhoon Yagi is named after the Japanese word for goat and the constellation of Capricornus. In Myanmar, the typhoon has caused the loss of hundreds of lives, massive destruction of property and has affected lakhs of people. India sent the 32-tonne consignment of relief materials to Myanmar today on an IL-76 transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force, the Ministry of External Affairs said. #OperationSadbhav continues: 🇮🇳 dispatches a second tranche of aid to Myanmar. ➡️ @IAF_mcc aircraft is carrying 32 tons of relief material including genset, hygiene kits, temporary shelter, water purification supplies and medicines for the people of 🇲🇲. ➡️ …

India sends $1.1 million relief supplies to Vietnam and Laos after Thyphoon Yagi kill hundreds – India TV

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Image Source : DRSJAISHANKAR/X India sends humanitarian aid to Vietnam In a display of international solidarity, the Government of India on Sunday initiated Operation Sadbhav to deliver crucial humanitarian relief to countries devastated by Typhoon Yagi. As part of this operation, India has sent aid worth USD 1 million to Vietnam and USD 100,000 flood assistance to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic (Lao PDR). Assistance to Vietnam A special aircraft was dispatched today, carrying 35 tons of essential relief supplies to northern Vietnam. The consignment includes water purification items, water containers, blankets, kitchen utensils, and solar lanterns, aimed at alleviating the immediate needs of the affected population.  The humanitarian gesture underscores the strong bond between India and Vietnam, highlighted by their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed India’s condolences and solidarity with Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh shortly after the typhoon’s impact. External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar also conveyed his sympathies to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Vietnam, H.E. Bui Thanh Son. India’s swift response reflects its commitment to …

13 Indians Lured Into Illegal Work In Laos Rescued

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Indian embassy appealed Indians looking for jobs in Laos to be very careful Thirteen Indians, who were lured into illegal work in Laos, have been rescued and are being sent back home, the Indian embassy in the Southeast Asian country said on Sunday. Last month, 17 Indian workers were rescued in Laos and were repatriated to India. “In our continued work to ensure safety & well-being of Indians as matter of top priority, Embassy successfully rescues & repatriates 13 Indians, incl. 7 Odiya workers from a wood factory in Attapeu province & 6 Indian youth from Golden Triangle SEZ, Bokeo province of Laos,” the Indian embassy said on ‘X’. In our continued work to ensure safety & well-being of Indians as matter of top priority, Embassy successfully rescues & repatriates 13 Indians, incl. 7 Odiya workers from a wood factory in Attapeu province, & 6 Indian youth frm Golden Triangle SEZ,Bokeo province of Laos (Contd.) pic.twitter.com/CGSvBVX7NB — India in Laos (@IndianEmbLaos) May 26, 2024 “So far, Embassy has rescued 428 Indians from Lao PDR. We …

17 Indians, Lured Into Unsafe Work In Laos, On Way Home: S Jaishankar

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17 Indian workers, who were lured into unsafe and illegal work in Laos, are on their way home, EAM said. New Delhi: Seventeen Indian workers, who were lured into unsafe and illegal work in Laos, are on their way back home, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said today. He also complimented the Indian embassy in Laos for its successful efforts in the case. In a post on X, he said, “Modi ki Guarantee works for all at home and abroad. Seventeen Indian workers, lured into unsafe and illegal work in Laos, are on their way back home.” “Well done, @IndianEmbLaos. Thank Lao authorities for their support for the safe repatriation,” he added. The external affairs ministry on Thursday cautioned Indian nationals against falling prey to human traffickers promising lucrative job opportunities in Cambodia. In an advisory, the ministry called upon Indians looking at job opportunities in the southeast Asian country to thoroughly check the background of the prospective employer. “It has come to attention that Indian nationals, lured by fake promises of lucrative job opportunities …