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India, US, Australia, Japan join hands to contribute over USD 20 million in humanitarian aid to Myanmar
Naypyidaw, April 5: India and other Quad nations stand with the people of Myanmar and Thailand in the wake of the earthquake that struck Myanmar on March 28. The Quad nations - India, the US, Australia, and Japan - have joined hands to contribute more than 20 million in humanitarian aid and are coordinating with other partners, including ASEAN, to provide life-saving assistance.
Implementation of Act East Policy shows PM Modi's foreign policy marked by dynamism and action
New Delhi, April 4: PM Modi's foreign policy is marked by dynamism and action, which is perfectly symbolised by the implementation of the Act East Policy.
Strategic partners India and Thailand set to chart future-oriented, mutually-beneficial path
Bangkok, April 4: Elevating existing bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership, India and Thailand will work on strengthening the existing mechanisms of defence cooperation, as well as to promote further collaboration between the defence sectors of the two countries, with particular emphasis on defence technology, defence industry, research, training, exchanges, exercises and capacity building including by establishing appropriate mechanisms.
Earthquake crisis too big to ignore, world must not fail Myanmar
N: aypyidaw: On March 28, Myanmar was struck by the most devastating earthquake in its history. The disaster reduced much of Mandalay, the country's second-largest city, to rubble. Nay Pyi Taw, the administrative capital, and several towns across central Myanmar also suffered massive destruction.
PM Modi's decisive moves, 'Act East' policy positions India as an influential player in Indo-Pacific
Bangkok, April 4: India's commitment to its 'Neighbourhood First' and 'Act East' policies, which align with its broader Indo-Pacific vision, has been reaffirmed during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ongoing visit to Bangkok for the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Summit that also brought together other leaders of the grouping, including from Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan and Bangladesh.
Quad to send $20 million relief support to earthquake-ravaged Myanmar
New Delhi, April 4: Quad members Australia, India, Japan, and the United States on Friday collectively committed over $20 million in humanitarian assistance to support the relief efforts for the earthquake-devastated Myanmar.
Quad nations join forces, contribute USD 20 million to Myanmar humanitarian aid
New Delhi, April 4: The Quad nations - India, the US, Australia, and Japan - have joined forces to provide humanitarian aid to Myanmar, contributing over USD 20 million in assistance.
PM Modi, Thailand counterpart discuss ways to strengthen defence, security partnership
Bangkok, April 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Thailand counterpart Paetongtarn Shinawatra held bilateral talks on Thursday and discussed ways to further strengthen political exchanges, defence and security partnership and strategic engagement between the two countries.
Elevating relations to Strategic Partnership, India and Thailand sign agreements in key sectors
Bangkok, April 3: India and Thailand on Thursday agreed to elevate bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership during extensive discussions held between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Thailand PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra at the Government House in Bangkok.
Thailand holds special place in India's Act East policy, our Indo-Pacific Vision: PM Modi
Bangkok, April 3: Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to ASEAN unity and the Indo-Pacific while strengthening ties with Thailand, stating that Thailand holds a "special place" in India's strategic approach towards the region, playing a key role in both India's 'Act East' policy and the broader Indo-Pacific vision.
6th BIMSTEC Summit to further boost India-Thailand economic, trade ties
New Delhi, April 1: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepares to embark on a visit to attend the 6th BIMSTEC Summit in Thailand from April 3-4, the key event is set to further strengthen India-Thailand economic and trade ties.
India, Thailand bilateral trade ties set to strengthen during PM Modi's visit
New Delhi, April 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Thailand, beginning Thursday, is set to enhance trade relations between the two countries.
South Korea's exports rise 3.1 pc to $58.3 billion in March
Seoul, April 1: South Korea's exports gained 3.1 percent from a year earlier in March, marking a second consecutive month of increase, driven by robust demand for semiconductors and other information technology (IT) products, data showed on Tuesday.
ASEAN pledges humanitarian support following Myanmar earthquake
Jakarta, March 29: The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) on Saturday said it stands ready to support relief and recovery efforts following the powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck central Myanmar on Friday.
Thailand and India to elevate relationship to 'Strategic Partnership' during PM Modi's visit
Bangkok, March 28: Thailand on Friday stated that the country's relations with India will be elevated to a Strategic Partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's forthcoming visit to Bangkok, next week.
India to sign Maritime Transport Agreement with BIMSTEC during PM Modi's Thailand visit
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be enhancing India's deep civilizational linkages, maritime connectivity, and cross-cultural exchanges with member countries of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) grouping during his visit to Bangkok for the 6th BIMSTEC Summit , next week.
Meghalaya CM inaugurates 7th Act East business show
Shillong, March 25: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on Tuesday inaugurated the 7th Act East Business Show at the State Convention Centre, Shillong, marking a significant step toward strengthening trade and investment ties between northeast and ASEAN nations.
Community water supply project launched in Vietnam with India's support
Hanoi, March 21: A Mekong-Ganga Cooperation (MGC) project was launched with India's support in Vietnam on Friday, highlighting New Delhi's efforts to strengthen sub-regional cooperation and Indo-Vietnam friendship further.
ASEAN counter-terrorism meet ends with resolve to build robust strategy
New Delhi, March 21: Evolving a robust and comprehensive strategy to tackle the ever-growing threat of terrorism and extremism, emerged as a key takeaway from the 14th meeting of the ASEAN Defence Ministers' Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Experts Working Group on Counter-Terrorism (EWG on CT), an official said on Friday.
Southeast Asian nation Timor-Leste opens embassy in India
New Delhi, March 20: In a significant milestone, Southeast Asian nation Timor-Leste has inaugurated its embassy in New Delhi on Thursday, marking a major step forward in strengthening diplomatic ties with India.
India remains steadfast in zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh said on Wednesday that India has a zero tolerance policy for terrorism.
ASEAN is committed to promote 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation: Defence Secretary
New Delhi, March 19: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh on Wednesday said that ASEAN is committed to promote a 'Whole of Government and Whole of society' approach to counter radicalisation and violent extremism to disrupt terror financing networks.
3-day 'Act East Business Show' in Shillong to boost trade relations with BBIN, ASEAN
Shillong, March 18: The Meghalaya government in collaboration with the Indian Chamber of Commerce is set to organise a 3-day ‘Act East Business Show’ in Shillong to promote stronger economic and trade relations between BBIN and ASEAN nations.
India to co-chair key international counter-terrorism meet for first time
New Delhi, March 16: India is set to play a pivotal role in an upcoming international counter-terrorism meeting, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to combat terrorism globally.
27th ASEAN-India Senior Officials' Meeting reviews strategic partnership, trade, and regional cooperation
Manila, March 13: The 27th ASEAN-India Senior Officials' Meeting (AISOM), co-chaired by Secretary (East) Jaideep Mazumdar and Undersecretary Ma Theresa P Lazaro of the Philippines, took place in Manila on Wednesday.
ASEAN a crucial pillar of India's Act East Policy, Secy Mazumdar at India-ASEAN 27th Senior Officials' Meet
Manila, March 12: Secretary (East) Jaideep Mazumdar, co-chaired the 27th ASEAN-India Senior Officials' Meeting (AISOM), with MA. Theresa P. Lazaro, Philippine SOM Leader, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Philippines, in Manila on Wednesday, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said in an official statement.
Madan Kumar Ghildiyal, has been appointed as the next Indian Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste
Delhi, March 3: In its press release, the Ministry of External Affairs stated that Madan Kumar Ghildiyal, presently the Ministry's Joint Secretary, has been appointed as the next Indian Ambassador to the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste. He is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
ASEAN resilience to overcome trade, geopolitical disruptions: Malaysian official
Kaula Lumpur, Feb 28: Economic growth among members of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) will meet projections despite the disruptive impact of global economic headwinds stemming from geopolitical influences and shifts, a Malaysian official said on Friday.
ASEAN Future Forum 2025: Leaders discuss geo-political challenges
Hanoi, Feb 26: The high-level plenary session of the second Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Future Forum at Hanoi on Wednesday saw the participation of Vietnam Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chinh, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, and Timor-Leste President Jose Ramos-Horta.
Assam can act as hub for our Act East policy: EAM Jaishankar
Guwahati, February 26: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted India's commitment towards 'Act East, Act Fast and Act First' policy, while emphasising that Assam can act as a hub for the 'Act East Policy'.
PM Modi-led govt took decisive steps for development of Assam, northeast: EAM Jaishankar
Guwahati, Feb 25: In the Advantage Assam summit on Tuesday, a high-level session “Act East, Act Fast, Act First” was held that was attended by External Affairs minister S. Jaishankar along with Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.
Advantage Assam 2.0: Jaishankar reiterates Union Government's commitment to 'Act East' Policy
Guwahati, February 26: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar attended a high-level session titled "Act East, Act Fast, Act First" in the presence of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, which was organized as part of Advantage Assam 2.0 in Guwahati.
EAM Jaishankar extends wishes to Brunei on National Day
New Delhi, February 24: has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Dato Erywan, the Foreign Minister of Brunei Darussalam, on the occasion of the country's 41st National Day.
Malaysia: Defence Secretary co-chairs 13th Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee
Kuala Lumpur, February 19: The 13th meeting of Malaysia-India Defence Cooperation Committee (MIDCOM) took place in Kuala Lumpur on Wednesday and was co-chaired by Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and Secretary General of Ministry of Defence of Malaysia, Lokman Hakim Bin Ali, the Ministry of Defence noted.
UAE: Al Zeyoudi engages with senior officials, ministers to accelerate trade ties in high-potential markets
Dubai, February 15: Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of State for Foreign Trade, has held a series of high-level meetings with senior officials, ministers, and business leaders during the World Governments Summit, in which he underlined the UAE's commitment to trade and innovation as key drivers of long-term, sustainable growth.
Indian, ASEAN economies set to deliver robust growth in coming years: HSBC Report
New Delhi, February 10: Asia continues to be a key driver of the global economy, with India and ASEAN nations set for strong growth in the coming years according to a report by HSBC.
Look forward to cultivating good relationship: Philippines Ambassador to India Josel Francisco Ignacio
Kolkata, February 7: Philippines Ambassador to India, Josel Francisco Ignacio, expressed his commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, highlighting progress in trade, investments, and direct air connectivity.
Cambodia sends 355 peacekeepers to South Sudan, Central African Republic, Lebanon
Phnom Penh, Feb 5: Cambodia on Wednesday dispatched new batches of 355 peacekeepers, including 86 women, to join United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations in South Sudan, the Central African Republic (CAR) and Lebanon, officials said.
India, Indonesia reaffirm commitment to peace, stability, prosperity in Indo-Pacific
New Delhi, January 26: India and Indonesia reaffirmed their commitment to deepening their bilateral partnership and enhancing regional and global cooperation during President Prabowo Subianto's visit to India as the Chief Guest for the 76th Republic Day celebrations.
PM Modi, President Subianto discuss enhancing economic ties, energy security, infrastructure
New Delhi, January 26: India and Indonesia have focused on enhancing economic cooperation through various mechanisms, such as the upcoming meetings of the Working Group on Trade and Investment (WGTI) and the Biennial Trade Ministers' Forum (BMTF), with a view to addressing existing trade barriers.