Xi meets Blinken as China, U.S. agree to ‘stabilise’ ties
Both sides are also looking to pave the way for Mr. Xi and Mr. Biden to meet later this year for the first time since Bali in November 2022, when they agreed to prevent relations from sliding into conflict. Key Points
The HinduHonduras 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 TodayFrom spy balloons to chocolates: Chinese propaganda frames Xi Jinping's US pivot
In a remarkable turn of events over eight months, China and the U.S. have made substantial progress in their relations. President Xi Jinping, once critical after the U.S. downed a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon, now stands with President Biden in a collaborative stance. Their recent face-to-face talks in California resulted in the agreement to open a presidential hotline, resume military communications, and tackle fentanyl production. Key Points
Economic TimesNawaz Sharif: ‘Wanted better relations with India, ousted for opposing Kargil’
Former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif said, "When I opposed the Kargil plan saying it should not happen... I was ousted." | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesAyesha Jhulka says she has worked in films to maintain industry relations
Ayesha Jhulka said that she has worked in films to keep relations. She added that the industry worked more on relations and instincts. | Bollywood Key Points
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Syria’s Assad arrives in Saudi Arabia for regional summit, sealing his return to the Arab fold
The 22-member league, which is convening in the Saudi city of Jeddah, recently reinstated Syria and is now poised to welcome Assad, a long-time regional pariah, back into its ranks. The Syrian president was officially invited to attend the summit last week. Key Points
The Indian ExpressTargeted killing not India's policy: Minister S Jaishankar to Canada
India has stated to Canada that targeted killing is not a policy of the Indian government and has asked Ottawa to share any specific and relevant information they may have. The Indian Foreign Minister, S Jaishankar, mentioned this during a session at the Council on Foreign relations in New York. He also expressed concerns about the growing nexus between terrorists and organized crime in Canada and the permissive environment for such activities. Key Points
Economic TimesBTS' RM becomes public relations ambassador for Ministry of National defense
BTS singer RM has been appointed as the public relations ambassador for Ministry of National Defense. Proud fans are too happy for him. Key Points
Hindustan TimesChina and India share far more common interests..., Chinese Defence Minister even after Rajnath avoids h
The two sides should take a long-term view, place the border issue in an appropriate position in bilateral relations, and promote the transition of the border situation to normalized management. It is hoped that the two sides will work together to continuously enhance mutual trust between the two militaries and make proper contributions to the development of bilateral relations, said Defence Minister General Li Shangfu. Key Points
Economic TimesWhy the China-brokered Iran-Saudi Reconciliation Effort is not bad news for I2U2
The involvement of China as the broker was rather unanticipated but not entirely unexpected. China has over the years increased its engagement with the Gulf and West Asia. Key Points
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Lt Col Suneel Bartwal takes over as Defence PRO Jammu
Lt Col Suneel Bartwal has taken over as Public relations Officer (Defence) in Jammu. He aims to prioritize transparency and effective military-media communication. Key Points
Hindustan TimesHonorary knighthood for Bharti's Sunil Mittal
India Business News: Bharti Enterprises founder and chairman Sunil Bharti Mittal has been conferred an honorary Knighthood by Britain's King Charles III for services to UK and India business relations. Read more about this prestigious award. Key Points
Times Of IndiaHopeful but not optimistic about future of ties with Beijing, says US envoy to China
Washington, DC [US], December 16 (ANI): The US envoy to China, Nicholas Burns, on Friday said relations between the two countries are not necessarily improving, but he was ‘hopeful’ of better ties, The Hill reported. “I don’t feel optimistic about the future of U.S.-China relations because I feel that we need to see how things […] Key Points
ThePrintLAC situation 'generally stable', take long-term view: Chinese defence minister to Rajnath
A day after India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh gave a strong message to China on border tensions, the Chinese Defence Ministry on Friday described the situation on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) as "generally stable". Both sides should put the boundary issue in an “appropriate position”, it said. Key Points
India TodayVladimir Putin, Xi Jinping to sign declaration on 'new era' ties: Kremlin
The leaders will sign... a joint statement on strengthening comprehensive partnership and strategic relations entering a new era, Kremlin foreign policy advisor Yuri Ushakov said in comments carried by Russian news agencies. Key Points
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Imperative to stabilise Sino-US relations, says China foreign minister
Sino-US relations: The tension between the two superpowers eased in November when U.S. and Chinese leaders, Joe Biden and Xi Jinping, met at a G20 summit in Indonesia and pledged more frequent dialogue. Key Points
FirstpostSitharaman meets Finnish Parliamentary delegation
New Delhi [India], September 10 (ANI): Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, on Tuesday interacted with the members of the Finnish Parliamentary delegation from the Commerce Committee. The delegation was led by Sakari Puisto, MP, and Chairman of Commerce Committee. Show Full Article The Finance Ministry said in a post on X that […] Key Points
ThePrintUK’s July General Election: Impact on India FTA, Indo-Pacific tilt
British Future think tank has forecast that next UK Parliament is set to be most diverse. The prospect of an India-UK free trade agreement (FTA) has been kicked... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaChina accuses US of devising tactics to suppress China despite improvement in relations
Flays Biden Administration for adding more Chinese companies to its sanctions lists. China’s foreign minister accused the US on Thursday of devising tactics... Key Points
The Tribune India45-day payment rule to MSMEs: FinMin looking at a possible tweak
Concerns aired from multiple corners. A section of MSMEs worry that this may impact relations with suppliers and buyers, others say their systems are not ready for this provision. Key Points
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On his first state visit to India, Sultan of Oman welcomed by Murmu & Modi at Rashtrapati Bhavan
The Sultan landed Friday for a 3-day visit, marking a significant milestone in India-Oman diplomatic relations. He was accorded a ceremonial welcome at fore-court of Rashtrapati Bhavan. Key Points
ThePrintChina-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
ThePrint'We do not agree with Indian decisions': UK on Canadian diplomats' exit
The UK government has expressed its disagreement with the Indian government's decisions that led to the departure of Canadian diplomats amid tensions between India and Canada. The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office stated that the move affected the functioning of the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations. Key Points
Economic TimesDid Jaishankar hold secret meet with Canadian counterpart? What India said
At a press conference, MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi was asked if the news reports of Jaishankar meeting his Canadian counterpart were true. Here's what he said. Key Points
India TodayJaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) terrorist Shahid Latif, involved in Pathankot attack, killed in Pakistan
Shahid Latif and 24 other terrorists were released by India in 2010 as part of the UPA government's efforts to mend relations with Pakistan. Latif's release had previously been sought by the same Jaish terrorists who had hijacked Indian Airlines flight IC-814. Key Points
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Ray Dalio says US-China relations are on the ‘brink of red lines'
Dalio has long nurtured relations with Chinese officials, expressed admiration for some of Beijings economic policies and built business for his firm in China. He has also been consistent in warning about the risk of conflict between the worlds two largest economies. Key Points
Economic TimesNavy Chief on Oman visit to strengthen defence ties
New Delhi: Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar on Monday commenced a three-day official visit to Oman. The visit is aimed at consolidating bilateral defence relations. Coinciding with the visit, the Navy’s indigenously designed and constructed guided missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam arrived at Key Points
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