FOREIGN POLICY ISSUES
What's behind India's hardening posture against China?
India appears to be adopting a tougher stance towards China, with Prime Minister Modi set to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting in Kazakhstan in July. Recent developments suggest a hardening of India's posture against China, including refusing to resume direct passenger flights and engaging with Taiwan, signaling a shift in India's approach.
Japan issues fresh warning against yen bears as currency slides
Japanese authorities, led by Masato Kanda, are prepared to address speculative and volatile movements in the currency market to protect the economy without altering market trends.
Italy will kick off foreign policy engagements for PM Narendra Modi in his third term
The Summit will also provide Modi a platform to elaborate on global issues of pertinence which were the focus of the successful Indian Presidency of the G-20.
China ready to work with New Zealand to upgrade ties as Chinese Premier Li visits Wellington
New Zealand has in recent years taken a less assertive line with Beijing on security matters than its Western partners in the Five Eyes intelligence sharing partnership and has sought a consistent foreign policy approach to Beijing that spans political parties and administrations. But Luxon told reporters Monday that there were areas where, in talks with Li, Wellington would "call out our differences and discuss those openly, too."
Why is Nigel Farage being pelted very often with rubbish?
Nigel Farage, a right-wing politician from the UK is being frequently attacked with rubbish due to his unpopular views. The UK Home Office has taken a serious view of these recent incidents.
Focus will be to resolve remaining issues along border: Jaishankar on India-China ties
After resuming his role as India's External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar emphasized the country's focus on resolving remaining border disputes with China amid ongoing tensions in eastern Ladakh. He also reiterated efforts to address cross-border terrorism from Pakistan. Jaishankar outlined "Bharat First" and "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" as core principles guiding India's foreign policy under the new administration.
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Priority areas for S Jaishankar in Modi 3.0 government: Border stability with China, cross-border terror solution with Pakistan
S Jaishankar, the External Affairs Minister, outlined India's distinct approaches to dealing with China and Pakistan. He emphasized a focus on resolving border issues with China through dialogue and diplomatic channels, while also expressing determination to address cross-border terrorism originating from Pakistan. Jaishankar highlighted India's growing global influence under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, stressing its commitment as an ally to the Global South.
As external affairs minister, Jaishankar crafted an assertive foreign policy approach
The 69-year-old Jaishankar, whose illustrious diplomatic career spanned four decades, on Sunday took oath as a member of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Cabinet.
The world's now oysterer: Why a coalition govt will likely add to India’s geopolitical heft, not reduce it
The Modi government has already set out to tweak its image. In his first address to NDA members on June 7, the PM said his government believed in the philosophy of 'Sarva Panth Sambhava' (all religions are equal)'. At the diplomatic level, the image of a friendly and more accommodating government would help win many more friends.
India's foreign policy priorities under Modi 3.0
Narendra Modi is all set to become India’s Prime Minister for a third consecutive term. Here's a look at the likely foreign policy priorities under Modi 3.0.
Modi’s election setback only a blip for some global stock funds
“The first thing I did was message my portfolio managers who invest in India to say if Nifty banks are down because of a lower-than-expected mandate for Modi, it’s a buying opportunity,” Sai said in an interview on Tuesday.
IATA boss warns foreign airlines may quit India if taxation issues are not sorted
The chief of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Wille Walsh, warned that airlines may withdraw from the Indian market if concerns over taxation are not addressed. Several global airline groups including Emirates, British Airways, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, and others have received tax evasion notices from the Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI). The notices were related to non-payment of tax on services provided by the airlines to their Indian entities.
RBI to face problem of plenty: Prepare for bond sales
The RBI's challenge for the year may not be inflation but liquidity. Government spending resumption and overseas fund flows complicate monetary policy effectiveness.
Yen's relentless slide revives Japan's interest in structural reforms
Japanese policymakers are focusing on structural economic factors driving persistent yen declines, as market intervention has limited impact on the currency's broader slide.
Under leadership of PM Modi, foreign policy of India has given fame to our nation: EAM Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for enhancing India's global reputation through foreign policy initiatives during an event in Shimla.
If Modi wins India's mammoth Lok Sabha elections, his third regime will need tough reforms to lure foreign firms
Lok Sabha Elections: As Modi gears up for a potential third term, global firms highlight challenges facing India's economy: policy inconsistencies, bureaucratic delays, and scarcity of land. Despite improved business sentiment, actual investment remains stagnant, with foreign direct investment dropping. Key priorities for the new government include policy coordination among states, labor law implementation, skills development, land reform, trade measures, and fulfilling BJP's promises for economic growth and global manufacturing hub status.
How China pulled so far ahead on industrial policy
The problem for the West, though, is that China's industrial dominance is underpinned by decades of experience using the power of a one-party state to pull all the levers of government and banking, while encouraging frenetic competition among private companies.
How China pulled so far ahead on industrial policy
The problem for the West, though, is that China's industrial dominance is underpinned by decades of experience using the power of a one-party state to pull all the levers of government and banking, while encouraging frenetic competition among private companies.
Russia’s premier foreign policy forum to focus on BRICS role in shaping global financial architecture
The 'Primakov Readings' Forum in Moscow will discuss BRICS priorities in the context of Russian Presidency of BRICS. The theme is 'Russia in the Global Context' with key attendees like Yury Ushakov and Sergey Lavrov.
'Visited Lahore without visa, checked their nuke power': PM Modi takes jibe at Mani Aiyar's advice to respect powerful Pakistan
Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to Congress's Mani Shankar Ayiar's remark that India should respect Pakistan owing to its nuclear bomb. In an interview, Modi mentioned his personal visit to Lahore in 2015, stating that he checked Pakistan's power firsthand. He also addressed allegations of India's involvement in targeted assassinations in Pakistan and expressed confusion over why some in India are critical of his stance.
UK PM Rishi Sunak faces revolt over plans to scrap Graduate Route visa: Report
According to 'The Observer' newspaper, Sunak is facing a Cabinet revolt over plans to scrap the Graduate Route scheme, the definitive factor for choosing UK universities among Indian students who have topped the tally of these post-study visas since it was launched in 2021.
Are foreign students taking advantage of UK's graduate visas? Govt-backed review finds no evidence
A recent report by the Migration Advisory Committee highlights the vital role of international graduates under the UK's Graduate Route visa, benefiting universities and enriching research. Concentrated among top nationalities, this route has seen significant growth, raising concerns about exploitation but overall contributing positively to the higher education sector.
Maldives and India look to move forward, give direction to ties
Maldives foreign minister Moosa Zameer has expressed the Muizzu government's willingness to work with India, despite external affairs minister S Jaishankar's emphasis on mutual interests and reciprocal sensitivity. The two sides discussed India-funded projects in the Maldives during a meeting. Zameer's visit amid anti-India rhetoric in the Maldives is a signal that the Muizzu administration is trying to establish a working relationship.
Foreign Secretary Kwatra meets Bangladesh PM Hasina, reviews bilateral ties with top officials
In the first official visit of a high-level official to Bangladesh after the formation of the new government in January 2024 here, Kwatra also met Bangladesh Foreign Minister Dr Hasan Mahmud and his counterpart Masud Bin Momen.
NDA is already near 200 seats, on track to get past 400: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is confident that the BJP will achieve its 400-paar figure this election and says the party would win up to 200 of the 283 seats in the first three phases alone. In an interview with Rahul Tripathi and Pranab Dhal Samanta, he says that elections will be held in Jammu & Kashmir ‘according to court dates’ and opposes any reservation based on religion. Excerpts:
India can't, in the name of open economy, open up its national security to work with China: S Jaishankar
From the big shifts in foreign policy under the Modi government, the China challenge to CAA and the heat and dust of electoral politics, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar touched on a range of topics in a freewheeling discussion at the ET Roundtable.
Access to international orbital slots opens new doors for Indian satcom companies
Experts and industry executives said this will allow Indian players to tap surplus international satellite capacities to deliver satcom services at competitive rates in India.
The US and China talk past each other on most issues, but at least they're still talking
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited China to promote cross-cultural exchanges and understanding, highlighting the importance of maintaining open communication channels to manage differences and avoid misunderstandings. He emphasized the importance of US-China exchanges at all levels, including attending basketball games and visiting with American and Chinese students. Blinken spoke repeatedly of improvements in ties over the past year, but also stressed growing concerns with China's policies and practices.
US-China talks start with warnings about misunderstandings and miscalculations
US-China discussions focus on concerns over increasing divisions and the importance of communication. Blinken and Wang address specific complaints, emphasizing the need for dialogue despite challenges in the relationship.
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