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March 13, 2024 6:03 PM

Bangladeshi ship hijacked by Somali pirates

A Bangladeshi-flagged cargo vessel, MV Abdullah, carrying coal and manned by 23 crew members has been hijacked by Somalian pirates in the Indian Ocean near Somalia coast. The ship was heading for Dubai from Mozambique's Maputo port when the pira...

February 27, 2024 5:53 PM

WTO implements new regulations to facilitate global services trade

In a landmark decision made at the 13th Ministerial Conference in Abu Dhabi, the World Trade Organization has announced the enforcement of new regulations to streamline international services trade. Following extensive negotiations, WTO members final...

January 30, 2024 12:09 PM

Egypt is exploring possibility of issuing bonds in Emirati dirhams, Indian rupees: Finance Minister

By Vinod Kumar (UAE): Egypt is considering the potential issuance of bonds denominated in Emirati dirhams, Indian rupees, and Hong Kong dollars, marking a novel approach to diversifying its financing strategy. This initiative, aimed at exploring m...

January 24, 2024 5:16 PM

US asks China to urge Iran to curb Red Sea attacks by Houthis

The United States has asked China to urge Tehran to rein in the Iranian-aligned Houthi rebels attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea but has seen little sign of help from Beijing, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing U.S. officials. ...

January 23, 2024 12:40 PM

India-Nigeria partnership focused on inclusivity: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar led the sixth India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) on Monday during his visit to Nigeria from January 21-23. He discussed new avenues for cooperation across various sectors with his Nigerian counter...

January 22, 2024 3:01 PM

EAM S Jaishankar to co-chair 6th India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting

External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar today is set to co-chair the 6th India-Nigeria Joint Commission Meeting alongside his Nigerian counterpart, Yusuf Tuggar. Dr. Jaishankar, who arrived in Lagos, Nigeria, yesterday, commenced his visit by cha...

January 21, 2024 7:22 PM

Uganda President commends Indian diaspora’s role in economic growth at NAM Summit

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni expressed admiration for the substantial contributions of Indian returnees to his country's economic development, during the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit in Kampala. Commending their achievements, he highl...

January 20, 2024 11:16 AM

“Voice of Non-Aligned Movement is here to be heard”: Jaishankar at NAM Summit

Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar addressed the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) countries, urging them to unite against forces that weaken their economic security. Speaking at the 19th NAM Summit in Kampala, Uganda, Jaishankar stated that the voice of...

January 19, 2024 4:47 PM

As 19th NAM Summit begins in Uganda’s Kampala , Jaishankar shares glimpses

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar shared glimpses of the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit, which commenced here on Friday. The foreign minister can be seen meeting various foreign dignitaries participating in the tow-day summit. The 19th...

January 19, 2024 11:13 AM

19th NAM Summit set to begin in Uganda’s Kampala; EAM Jaishankar to lead Indian delegation

The 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit is set to kick off on Friday in Uganda's capital, Kampala, with the Indian delegation led by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar. Preceding the summit, ministerial deliberations are scheduled, and Mi...

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