Ignore the presidents. Neckties are waging a comeback
Presidents increasingly don’t wear them. Neither do CEOs. Which might make ties the riskiest fashion accessory yet. Key Points
mintChinese defence minister hails 'strong' Russia ties in Putin meeting
"We have very strong ties. They surpass the military-political alliances of the Cold War era. They are very stable," said Chinese Defence Minister Li Shangfu during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Key Points
India TodayHonduras President Castro says govt to seek official relations with China
In a Twitter post, Honduras President Xiomara Castro said she has instructed the country's foreign minister to bring about the opening of official relations with China. The decision is a sign of her determination to fulfill the government plan and expand borders, she said. Key Points
India TodayIndia, Iran, Armenia aim to balance Pakistan-Azerbaijan-Turkey axis
Armenia, whose ties with New Delhi are acquiring strategic dimensions, has proposed the Persian Gulf-Black Sea corridor via Iran parallel to INSTC or part of a new branch of INSTC to connect Indian traders with Russia and Europe, sources said. Meanwhile, Pakistan, which is facing an energy crisis, is also expanding its energy ties with Azerbaijan, which is rich in oil and natural gas resources. Key Points
Economic Times‘No cost too high for China’ — how Beijing is seeking to undermine Taiwanese diplomacy
In the past decade, 10 countries have shifted their diplomatic recognition from Taiwan to China. The cost? Almost $2 bn. The loss of Taipei's diplomatic reach also damages the US. Key Points
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No normalisation of ties with Israel unless there’s path to Palestine state — Saudi foreign minister
The last few years have seen ties between the Arab world and Israel improving due to the US’ efforts to broker peace. But Tel Aviv’s Gaza offensive threatens to scuttle this. Key Points
ThePrintPM Modi may give SCO Summit a skip amid strained China ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi may skip the July 3-4 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Astana amid chill in ties with China. He may depute external affairs minister S Jaishankar to represent India. Key Points
Economic TimesNorth Korean minister in Russia amid concerns over weapon deal
North Korea’s foreign minister lauded comradely ties with Russia on Tuesday ahead of a rare meeting in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaRussian Deputy PM Denis Manturov on India trip to meet Jaishankar to push investments & exports to Russia
Denis Manturov, an old India hand, will hold an inter-governmental commission meeting with foreign minister S Jaishankar on April 17-18 on a variety of economic and business-related matters. The two last met in Moscow in November 2022 and held a video conference meeting last month. Key Points
Economic TimesTalks to boost trade and investments on the agenda as Russian Deputy PM Denis Manturov begins 2-day India
Manturov is also scheduled to hold a number of bilateral meetings during his stay in Delhi. His visit comes in the backdrop of renewed intensity in India-Russia trade ties, especially New Delhi's procurement of increasing volume of discounted crude oil from that country. Key Points
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US decries Nauru’s ditching of Taiwan, China hits back
The US official who heads the body that handles unofficial ties with Taiwan on Tuesday decried Nauru’s “unfortunate” decision to break ties... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaIndia-Australia 2 + 2 Ministerial on Monday amid Canberra’s efforts to improve ties with Beijing
India has been closely following efforts by Australia to improve its ties with China after a downturn in relations over the past few years, ET has learnt. It is hoped that Canberra will not initiate any steps that could enable Beijing to bolster its military ambitions in the Indo-Pacific region. Key Points
Economic TimesBengal Governor on improved ties with Mamata govt: ‘Raj Bhavan should be no-conflict zone’
Governor C V Ananda Bose says at the Idea Exchange event of The Indian Express, "I am happy this concept (walking the middle path) has been accepted by all the stakeholders in West Bengal, including the political strata..." Key Points
The Indian ExpressIndia-U.S. ties key for democracy, strong world economy and to outcompete China: Schumer
Senator Chuck Schumer said close India-U.S. ties would also be key to responding to China's authoritarianism Key Points
The HinduIndia-UAE: A bilateral relation with multilateral dimensions
Energy, food security, and defence could very well be the focus areas when Prime Minister Narendra Modi touches down in Abu Dhabi for a day-long visit to the UAE on Saturday during which the two strategic partners will review the progress after they inked a landmark trade agreement. However, in the larger scheme of things, they are just the highlights of a broadening bilateral engagement that has also acquired multilateral dimensions. Key Points
Economic TimesWant to have strong people-to-people ties with India: Bangladesh
Dhaka, September 2 Bangladesh’s Foreign Affairs Adviser Touhid Hossain on Monday said the interim government wants to see strong people-to-people ties with India, suggesting that this was lacking during the previous Sheikh Hasina regime. “It’s possible to ease public dissatisfaction... Key Points
The TribunePakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto to travel to China and Japan to boost bilateral ties
Mr. Bhutto will travel to China to attend the World Economic Forum’s (WEF) “Summer Davos”, to be held from June 27 to June 29 followed by a maiden visit to Japan in July. Mr. Bhutto’s visit is seen as Islamabad’s balancing act between China and Japan Key Points
The HinduIndia-Maldives core group to meet in Delhi next month to discuss issue of military personnel
Jaishankar met Maldivian counterpart Zameer on the sidelines of NAM Summit, discussing India-Maldives ties and the withdrawal of Indian military personnel. Relations between India and Maldives turned frosty after derogatory comments were made against Prime Minister Modi. The India-Maldives core group will meet in New Delhi next month. Jaishankar also addressed the Gaza situation and advocated for a two-state solution at the NAM Summit. Key Points
Economic TimesMizuho courting India elite shows Japan banks’ global ambition
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. showcased its business ties in India at Mumbais St Regis hotel. Mizuho announced its largest-ever acquisition in India. Adani Group, Hindenburg Research, and Japanese lenders have also played a significant role in Indian offshore loans. HSBC Holdings Plc. topped the league tables last year. Key Points
Economic TimesImran Khan reveals Pakistan's former army chief sought 'friendly ties' with India, says 'Gen Bajwa put pressure on me...
Ties between India and Pakistan have long been strained over the Kashmir issue and cross-border terrorism. Their relationship deteriorated further in 2019 after India abrogated Article 370 of the Constitution, revoking the special status of Jammu and Kashmir and bifurcated the State into two UTs. Key Points
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ties with China 'abnormal' due to...: Jaishankar's reality check on Beijing's 'LAC stable' remark
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said India's ties with China are 'abnormal' due to violation of border management agreements by Beijing. His remarks came two days after defence ministers of India and China held a meeting to discuss the tense situation at the LAC on the sidelines of the SCO meeting. Key Points
India TodayIndia allows exports of essential goods to Maldives despite strained ties
India has permitted limited exports of essential commodities like sugar, wheat, rice, and onions to the Maldives, despite strained relations between Male and New Delhi due to increasing Chinese influence. The move comes amid Indian restrictions on exports to manage local prices ahead of elections. Key Points
Economic TimesIn maiden address, Pakistan’s PM-elect Shehbaz Sharif rakes up Kashmir
Bags 201 votes in 336-member House; to take oath today. Pakistan’s newly-elected Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Sunday raked up the Kashmir issue in... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaPakistan’s newly elected PM Shehbaz Sharif rakes up Kashmir issuer, pledges to improve ties with all leading nations, including neighbours
Shehbaz says Pakistan will not become part of any ‘great game’ and his government will increase the number of friends. Pakistan’s newly elected Prime... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaWhy Opposition can’t bake a cake there
India News: There’s no winning within the INDIA alliance. Everyone wants a bigger slice of seats. Infights are leaving fat trails of crumbling ties. Voters are wa Key Points
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'Tejashwi Yadav, dard ho rha hai...?' AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi takes a dig as Nitish Kumar returns to NDA
Bihar politics: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi said the RJD fell victim to the same “game” it had played with the AIMIM in 2022. He was referring to the alliance between the RJD and JD(U) which was formed in 2022. Key Points
mintChina-Japan commit to focusing on common interests, bilateral relations at APEC summit
Leaders from the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation forum are in San Francisco for the 30th summit. This is the first time the leaders of China-Japan met face-to-face in a year. Key Points
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