Tag: Agreements Involving India &/or Affecting India’s Interests
India – Vietnam Relations
In News India and Vietnam sign Letter of Intent to establish partnership in Digital Media paving the way for strengthening partnership between India and Vietnam. About Letter of Intent: The LoI envisages sharing of information and experience in establishing policies and regulatory frameworks on digital media and social networks, and conducting capacity building and training […]
India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA)
In News Free Trade Agreement talks with U.K. could be delayed to January 2022. About Apart from rising presence of new variants of CoronaVirus, Cabinet change in Britain and need for more “pre-negotiation” talks cited as main reasons. The timelines on the FTA negotiation, which included the announcement of an “Early Harvest Agreement” by March […]
13th ASEM Summit
In News Recently, the 13th ASEM Summit was hosted virtually by Cambodia, the ASEM Chair. 13th Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM13) This year marks ASEM’s 25th anniversary of the ASEM process which was established in the year 1996.. The overall theme of ASEM-13 was “Strengthening Multilateralism for Shared Growth”. The sessions discussed the following topics: COVID-19, health […]
Sydney Dialogue
In News Recently, the Prime Minister (PM) of India delivered the keynote at the inaugural Sydney Dialogue via video conferencing. Key Highlights The PM of India discussed the theme of India’s technology evolution and revolution. He noted recognition for India’s central role in the Indo Pacific region and in the emerging digital world. As a […]
Defence Technology & Trade Initiative
In News Recently, the 11th Defence Technology and Trade Initiative (DTTI) Group meeting between India and the United States (US) was held virtually. The DTTI Group meetings are normally held twice a year, alternating between India and the US. Key Highlights Co-chairs agree on a revised Statement of Intent to strengthen dialogue on defence technology […]
India-France Relations
In News Recently, France stressed continuing its commitment to the Indo-Pacific region. About France termed its partnership with India as a major pillar of its Indo Pacific strategy. France’s resolve to expand strategic cooperation with India came nearly two months after the unveiling of a new security alliance (AUKUS) by Australia, the UK and the […]
16th East Asia Summit
In News Recently, the Indian Prime Minister spoke about Global Value Chains, during ASEAN – East Asia Summit virtual summit on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit with the leaders. 16th East Asia Summit Hosted by: Brunei as EAS and ASEAN Chair. Overall Focus: Importance of a resilient global value chain was highlighted. Discussed about […]
Uighurs
In News Recently, Forty-three countries have called on China to “ensure full respect for the rule of law” for the Muslim Uighur community in Xinjiang. About The declaration, signed by the United States as well as several European and Asian member states and others. They accused China of a litany of human rights violations against […]
G-20 Summit on Afghanistan
In News Recently, an extraordinary meeting of G20 leaders on Afghanistan was held under Italy’s Presidency of the G20. About G20 held the first Afghan meeting after the Taliban takeover. The summit was convened by Italy and was chaired by Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi. The US President, Indian Prime Minister and many European leaders […]
