China Embraces High-Stakes Taliban Relationship as U.S. Exits
Taliban counting on support from Beijing as they take Kabul
Defence & Diplomacy
UN Security Council calls for immediate cessation of violence and formation of United and inclusive government in Afganistan
The UN Security Council issued a press statement today following a meeting by the UN
As Taliban advances, China lays groundwork to accept an awkward reality
A series of photos published last month by Chinese state media of Foreign Minister Wang Yi standing shoulder to shoulder with visiting Taliban official decked out in traditional tunic and turban raised eyebrows on the country’s social media.
From Kenya to Guam, India outlines sphere of interest in the Indo-Pacific with string of naval exercises
Keen on demonstrating its sphere of interest mainly in the Indian Ocean, but also with a spur in the Pacific, the Indian navy has carefully deployed its warships for exercises with like-minded countries in the Indo-Pacific region.
Global response needed to counter rising security threats at sea
Despite an overall decrease in maritime traffic due to the COVID-19 pandemic, piracy and armed robbery of ships rose by nearly 20 per cent during the first half of last year, a senior UN official told the Security Council on Monday.
Indian Naval Ships Shivalik and Kadmatt at Brunei to enhance Bilateral Ties
The crew of both the ships will participate in various bilateral professional interactions with Royal Brunei Navy
Marking the 50th anniversary of the Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation
“This document laid down mainstreaming foundations for hundreds of subsequent bilateral agreements, having formed a solid background for further deepening of our bilateral ties in various areas.”
India takes over UN Security Council presidency for August
India began 8th term as non-permanent UNSC member this January
Anthony Blinken on first visit to India: key points made
“President Biden’s determination is to continue to grow stronger the relationship between the US and India,” he said
India, Russia to hold 13-day mega military drill to counter terror operations in Volgograd
The 12th edition of Indo-Russia joint exercise ‘Indra-21’ will strengthen bilateral security cooperation & reinforce the longstanding bond between the two nations, Indian Army said.