KUWAIT ENVOY
S Jaishankar meets Chinese envoy, highlights 'common interest' in 'stabilisation' of India-China ties
Discussed India-China relations, recent developments with Sri Lanka, and Kuwait envoy meeting. Emphasized peace in border areas for normal ties. China-India relations faced challenges after Galwan Valley clash. Completed disengagement in Gogra area. Xu Feihong presented credentials to President Droupadi Murmu.
‘Transition Finance’ takes center stage in 2024
Coalitions of banks, insurers and asset managers are in discussions to put some guardrails around what constitutes transition finance.
EAM S Jaishankar visits Kuwaiti mission, condoles demise of Emir
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed India's gratitude for Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah's efforts in strengthening India-Kuwait relations. He visited the Kuwaiti embassy in Delhi to pay respects following the ruler's passing. Jaishankar highlighted the Emir's significant contributions and India's commitment to honoring his legacy. The late Emir played a crucial role in fostering ties between the two nations.
Kuwait's emir Sheikh Nawaf laid to rest in low-key ceremony
Kuwait's emir Sheikh Nawaf al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, who was defence minister when Iraq invaded the oil-rich country in 1990, was laid to rest Sunday in a low-key funeral, a day after he died aged 86. Sheikh Nawaf was defence minister when Iraq invaded Kuwait in 1990, setting off a war that drew in armies from around the world to end the occupation.
Petroleum Minister Puri visiting Kuwait as PM's special envoy to pay condolences over demise of Emir
Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri is headed to Kuwait as India's special envoy to convey condolences on Emir Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah's passing. He'll deliver letters from President Murmu and PM Modi to the new Emir, highlighting the late Emir's impact on India-Kuwait relations. India mourns the loss, declaring a day of state mourning. The MEA praises the late Emir's visionary leadership and his role in fortifying bilateral ties between the two nations.
How COP's fossil fuel taboo was finally broken by the Emiratis
Nearly 200 countries adopted on Wednesday a deal stating that the world will be "transitioning away from fossil fuels" in order to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
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India, Kuwait bilateral trade touches all-time high of USD 12.5 billion, says Indian envoy
Indian Ambassador to Kuwait Adarsh Swaika on Wednesday said that New Delhi and Kuwait City's bilateral trade touched USD 12.5 billion an all-time high and added that on the medical front, India is exploring whether Indian private hospitals can set up their chains in the latter country.
India praises Kuwait's stand of neutrality in region
The Indian Ambassador, on Sunday, called on the Information Minister of the State of Kuwait, Abdulrahman B Almutairi. The focus of the discussions was on deepening cultural and media cooperation, including participation in cultural events, museum cooperation, media exchanges and tourism potential, according to the report.
Sibi George appointed India's next ambassador to Japan
George has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Japan, and he is expected to start soon, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs.
Kuwait to deport expatriates who protested over remarks against Prophet
On June 10, after the Friday prayers, 40-50 migrants had launched protests in Kuwait's Fahaheel area and raised slogans.
Qatar, Iran and Kuwait summon Indian envoys over controversial remarks of BJP leader against Prophet
It welcomed the statement issued by the ruling party in India in which it announced the suspension of the party's leader and said Qatar is expecting a public apology and immediate condemnation of these remarks from the Government of India.
Biden nominates Indian-American diplomat Rachna Sachdeva Korhonen as his envoy for Mali
A career member of the US Foreign Service, Korhonen currently serves as Deputy Assistant Secretary and the Executive Director of the combined Executive Offices of the State Department's Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs and the Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs.
India 'moved mountains' to contain second wave of COVID-19: EAM tells Indians in Kuwait
On the vaccination programme, the minister acknowledged that it was a "big issue" and 3 million people were being vaccinated daily and its pace will pick up in the coming days.
Oil Minister’s Kuwait visit laid foundation for generous medical oxygen supply to India
In mid-April, as the ferocity of the Covid surge and the attendant respiratory issues became clear, MEA swung into action to procure LMO from around the world. Indian Envoys immediately started scouting around for suitable suppliers, sources told ET.
UAE sees 'seeds of progress' on Gulf row, says envoy to U.S.
The United Arab Emirates' ambassador to Washington said there were "seeds of progress" in resolving a long-running Gulf Arab row and a commitment to "tone things down" as the parties work for a solution to end the rift with neighbouring Qatar.
UAE to provide incentives to Indian healthcare firms with strong R&D facilities: Envoy
Pavan Kapoor, Ambassador of India to the UAE, drew attention toward close collaboration between the two countries during Covid times and stated that the UAE side had shown a strong desire for setting up manufacturing facilities for vaccines and generic medicines by Indian companies having strong R&D facilities.
Kuwait lauds India for medical assistance; repatriation of citizens
The team comprising of doctors and healthcare professionals provided medical assistance in testing and treatment of the afflicted persons and training their personnel. The MEA had said in a statement that the rapid response team was deputed on the request of the Kuwaiti government following a phone call between PM Modi and his Kuwaiti counterpart Sabah Al-Khalid Al-Sabah.
Kuwait joins Saudi-Qatar-Oman to reject anti-India propaganda
The Kuwaiti government’s move won praises from Delhi. In response to media queries, the official spokesperson Anurag Srivastava said, "We have seen certain references to India in non-official social media handles in Kuwait. The Government of Kuwait has assured us that they are deeply committed to friendly relations with India.
India seeks Kuwaiti investments in infrastructure and power sectors
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman during a recent meeting with Kuwait envoy to India stated that there are several promising opportunities available for the Kuwaiti investors in different sectors.
Pakistan appoints Moin-ul-Haq as India's new envoy to restart process of engagement with new govt
Prime Minister Imran Khan on Monday approved appointments of over two dozen ambassadors in various countries including India, China and Japan.
Saudi-Qatar crisis: It’s business as usual for Opec and oil market
It is not the first time for Opec to see a political rift between its member countries.
Outgoing Indian envoy TCA Raghavan meets Nawaz Sharif
Outgoing Indian High Commissioner to Pakistan TCA Raghavan today paid a farewell visit to Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, who appreciated his services.
Outgoing Indian envoy TCA Raghavan meets Nawaz Sharif
The Prime Minister appreciated his services for improving ties between the two countries as Raghavan was lucky to see revival of dialogue and a visit by Indian Prime Minister.
EU, India have new role to play, says grouping's new envoy
The European Union and India have a new role to play in a world that is now quite different from what might have been imagined just a few decades ago.
Ibne Abbas to be new Pakistani envoy to India
Veteran Pakistani diplomats Syed Ibne Abbas and Jalil Abbas Jilani would be the new Pakistani envoys to India and the US respectively.
India-Kuwait bilateral trade over $17 billion, says envoy
The Indian ambassador to the Gulf state pointed to trade between the two nations that has exceeded $17.63 billion last year.
Envoy discusses crackdown with Indian community in Kuwait
The Embassy has also set up a helpline for the Indian expatriates to inform to the Embassy about any improper treatment during checking.
Envoys from 20 Arab countries meet BJP President Nitin Gadkari
The diplomats led by Moroccan Ambassador Larbi Reffouh, who is the acting president of the Arab Group, met Gadkari at his residence here.
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