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UAE, Japan to complete negotiations on CEPA before end of 2025: Al Zeyoudi
Abu Dhabi, February 9: Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE's Minister of State for Foreign Trade, affirmed that negotiations for the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the UAE and Japan will be completed before the end of 2025.
PM Modi to visit US on Feb 12-13; energy, defence on agenda during talks with President Trump
New Delhi, February 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit United States on February 12,13 and hold a meeting with US President Donald Trump and interact with senior leaders of the US administration.
Panama Canal Authority denies adjusting fees for US vessels, says it's ready for 'dialogue'
Panama City, February 6: Following the United States' announcement that Panama had agreed to waive fees for the US government vessels transiting the Panama Canal, the Panama Canal Authority issued a statement clarifying that no adjustments had been made to the existing tolls or rights for canal transit.
US State Secry Marco Rubio refuses to attend G20 Summit in Johannesburg, cites South Africa is doing very bad things
Washington DC, February 6: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that he will not be attending the upcoming G20 summit in Johannesburg, South Africa, citing concerns over the country's actions, including the expropriation of private property.
UAE affirms unwavering position to safeguard Palestinian rights
Abu Dhabi, February 5: The United Arab Emirates affirmed its commitment to support regional peace and stability, and its historic and steadfast position to safeguard the rights of Palestinians. Furthermore, the UAE underscored the importance of finding a serious political horizon to resolve the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and establish an independent Palestinian state, reflecting the UAE's belief that regional stability can only be attained through the two-state solution.
Unacceptable, absurd: World reacts to Donald Trump's plan of US taking over Gaza
Washington, DC, February 5: World has reacted to US President Donald Trump's announcement that United States will "take over" Gaza Strip, dismantle dangerous weapons, get rid of the destroyed buildings and work for economic development of the area. Calling Trump's plan "ridiculous and absurd," senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri said they consider the plan a "recipe for generating chaos and tenison in the region."
Trump to pull US from UN Human Rights Council, stop relief agency funding: Report
Washington DC, February 4: US President Donald Trump is anticipated to sign an executive order on Tuesday, formally withdrawing the United States from the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC) and prohibiting future funding for the UN relief agency UNRWA, Politico reported, citing an official document.
Russia honours winners of BRICS, SCO Young Leaders Award in Kazan
Kazan, January 28: The BRICS and SCO Young Leaders Award in Kazan received an overwhelming response, with over 400 applications from 13 countries, TV BRICS reported.
PM Modi thanks Irish counterpart Martin, French President Macron for wishes on Republic Day
New Delhi, January 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi thanked his Irish counterpart Micheal Martin and French President Emmanuel Macron for extending their wishes to India on the occasion of Republic Day.
Putin greets Prez Murmu, PM Modi on occasion of India's 76th R-Day
New Delhi, Jan 26: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday congratulated his Indian counterpart Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of the country's 76th Republic Day.
Embassies across world extend warm wishes to India on its 76th Republic Day
New Delhi, January 26: As India marked its 76th Republic Day with celebrations, embassies from across the world extended their warm wishes, emphasising the significance of India's democratic journey and its role in global partnerships.
Russia resumes partial participation in Arctic Council
Moscow, Jan 24: Russia has partially resumed its work in the Arctic Council, the spokeswoman of the Russian Foreign Ministry Maria Zakharova was quoted by RIA Novosti as saying on Friday.
Would like to meet President Putin soon...: Donald Trump reiterates need to end horrible Russia-Ukraine war
Washington DC, January 24: Highlighting the massive implications of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, US President Donald Trump reiterated the urgent need for a peace settlement to end the "horrible" war and expressed his desire to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin soon.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma pays homage at Gandhi statue in Tokyo
Tokyo, January 22: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, continuing his international outreach, paid homage to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Tokyo earlier this week. This visit marks another step in strengthening the relationship between India and Japan, rooted in deep historical, cultural, and civilizational ties.
Quad leaders reaffirm shared commitment to strengthen free, open Indo-Pacific
Washington, DC, January 22: Foreign ministers from Quad countries -- India, Australia, Japan and the United States-- in a joint statement reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening a free and open Indo-Pacific where "sovereignty and territorial integrity are upheld and defended."
World leaders pour in wishes to Donald Trump on his swearing-in
London, January 21: After Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th US President, a slew congratulatory wishes from noted leaders across the world poured in.
Putin 'destroying Russia' by refusing to negotiate war with Ukraine, says Trump
Washington, Jan 22: US President Donald Trump said that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "destroying Russia" by refusing to negotiate an end to the ongoing war with Ukraine, which began in February 2022.
World leaders congratulate US President Trump on return to White House
Washington, Jan 21: Leaders from the NATO to majority of European countries on Monday congratulated US President Donald Trump on his return to the White House, as he officially took office at his inauguration ceremony.
Open to dialogue with new US administration about Ukraine conflict: Putin ahead of Trump's inauguration
Moscow, January 20: Ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed willingness to hold communication with the incoming US administration about the Ukraine conflict and called elimination of the root cause of the crisis as the "most important thing," TASS reported.
Our friendship is based on common interests in common values: Ambassador of Argentina to India
New Delhi, January 20: Ambassador of Argentina to India, Mariano Caucino, highlighted the growing bilateral ties between the two nations, emphasising the strong foundation of friendship between them based on shared interests and values.
Egypt urges immediate implementation of Gaza ceasefire
Cairo, January 16: Egypt emphasised the urgent need to implement the Gaza ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement without delay, underscoring the importance of all parties adhering to its terms and meeting the specified timelines.
India, Czech Republic hold review of bilateral ties at 8th round of Foreign Office Consultations
New Delhi, January 16: India and the Czech Republic held the 8th round of Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi, where both sides undertook a comprehensive review of bilateral, regional, and international issues.
South Korea to consult with Ukraine if captured North Korea soldiers seek defection
Seoul, Jan 14: The South Korean government plans to consult with Ukraine about bringing North Korean soldiers captured by Ukraine to the South if they request defection, the Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday.
PM Modi to attend AI Summit in France on Feb 10-11
Paris, Jan 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Summit in France from February 10 to 11, said French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday.
Italian journalist Cecilia Sala arrives in Rome after being released from Iranian prison
Rome, January 9: Italian journalist Cecilia Sala has landed back in Rome after being freed from an Iranian prison where she had been detained for weeks. Sala works as a reporter for the Italian daily II Foglio, which announced that the journalist arrived in Rome on Wednesday, CNN reported.
US-Canada alliance is stronger because of him: Biden praises Trudeau, calls him friend
Washington, DC, January 8: US President Joe Biden has said he is "proud" to call Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau his "friend" and would be forever grateful for his "partnership and leadership." Biden said that the alliance between the US and Canada is stronger due to Trudeau.
EU Council President speaks to PM Modi, calls India One of EU's main global partners
Brussels, January 8: European Council President Antonio Costa held a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday, where Antonio Costa called India one of the European Union's (EU) main global partners and emphasised that it was time to strengthen ties and engage in a new strategic agenda.
Brazil announces Indonesia as new member of BRICS
Brasilia, January 7: Brazil has announced that Indonesia has become a full member of the BRICS group. Brazil, which holds the presidency of the BRICS in 2025, said that Indonesia's candidature was endorsed by leaders of the bloc at the Johannesburg summit in 2023.