India, US set to seal logistics support pact soon
In the final days of the Obama presidency, India and the US look set to take their defence ties onto a higher trajectory, with the defence ministers of the two countries agreeing in principle to conclude a crucial Logistics Support Agreement (LSA) in the coming months.
Maritime summit to boost India’s coastal infrastructure
With growing global aspirations, India has been pursuing a pro-active maritime policy in recent times. The Maritime India summit, which will be held from April 14-16 in Mumbai, seeks to attract potential investors to the vast opportunities that the Maritime Sector offers. “During the recent summit of heads of African nations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi […]
Amid China’s growing profile, Maldives ink defence pact with India
Amid China’s increasing forays in the Indian Ocean, India and the Maldives, the island nation known for its picturesque beaches, have bolstered their strategic ties by signing a defence cooperation pact and five other agreements.
Canada to offer formal apology for Komagata Maru tragedy
Reaching out to the Indian Sikh community, Canada’s Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has pledged to make a full apology in the House of Commons for the Komagata Maru incident, where the Canadian government of the day had turned away more than 300 Indians seeking a better life in Canada.
China expresses anger at G7 statement on South China Sea
Soon after foreign ministers from the G7 strongly opposed provocation in the East and South China Seas, where China is involved in territorial disputes with neighbouring countries, Beijing reacted sharply saying G7 nations should “stop making irresponsible remarks” on maritime territorial disputes. “We urge the G7 member states to honour their commitment of not taking […]
US encourages India to play greater role in Afghanistan
In the wake of Pakistan’s failure to deliver on the promises it has been making with regard to the peace process, the US is now considering a larger role for India in Afghanistan. “We certainly do appreciate the support that India’s given for the people and the government of Afghanistan including trade ties, security, development […]