India and Central Asia strengthen cooperation on rare earths and critical minerals

India and five Central Asian nations have reaffirmed their intent to collaborate on the exploration and development of rare earth elements and critical minerals. At the India-Central Asia Dialogue held in New Delhi on 6 June 2025 under the chairship of the Indian External Affairs Minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, the foreign ministers of India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, […]

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Despite global uncertainties, Indian chemical companies optimistic due to specialty chemicals and China+1 strategy: Report

New Delhi [India] June 9 (ANI): Despite global uncertainties and ongoing challenges, the long-term outlook for Indian chemical companies remains optimistic, driven by opportunities in speciality chemicals, import substitution, and growing exports under the China+1 strategy adopted by global customers, according to a recent report by BP Equities. The report highlighted that the chemical sector […]

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In Belgium, Jaishankar, Prevot discuss India’s new approach to combat terror

NEW DELHI: External affairs minister S Jaishankar and his Belgian counterpart Maxime Prevot on Monday discussed India’s new approach to combating terrorism and bilateral cooperation in areas such as trade, investment and security. Belgium is the first stop in Jaishankar’s week-long visit to Europe, a month after India carried out military strikes on terror infrastructure […]

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Commonwealth offers support in Bangladesh reform process

London, June 10, 2025: Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey said on Tuesday the organisation was keen to support Bangladesh in political reforms ahead of the planned general election next year. “We will be happy to provide the support if Bangladesh requires it, especially the support for constitutional reforms,” Botchwey said as she called on Chief […]

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US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick “very optimistic” about upcoming trade deal with India

Washington DC : A trade deal between India and the United States could be finalised soon, with both countries finding common ground that suits their interests, US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick said, expressing “strong optimism” about the direction of ongoing talks while speaking at the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum. Lutnick said, “I think to […]

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Uzbekistan becomes Central Asia’s investment hub – what to expect at 4th Tashkent Forum

By Maryana Ahmadova BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 4. From June 10 to 12, Uzbekistan will once again take center stage for international investors as its capital hosts the 4th Tashkent International Investment Forum. This event has become a key platform for discussing investment opportunities and economic cooperation, not just in the region but beyond. This year’s […]

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“Who’s in charge–Democracy or Generals?”: UK MP tears into Pakistan, urges world to stand with India

London [UK], June 3 (ANI): Branding Pakistan as a “failed state”, UK MP Bob Blackman on Tuesday launched a scathing attack at India’s neighbour, questioning if either “democracy or generals” was in charge of Pakistan, referring to the country’s unchecked military influence in its governance. Speaking to ANI following a meeting with the all-party delegation […]

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