Category : Diplomacy


India-Pakistan Exchange Nuclear Installation Lists

India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear facilities under a 1988 pact on New Year's Day. This crucial annual practice persists despite strained ties, aiming to prevent attacks. Learn why it's a key confidence-building measure.

India, Pakistan exchange nuclear lists, prisoner details

India and Pakistan exchanged lists of nuclear installations for the 35th consecutive year on Jan 1, 2025, under a 1988 pact. The two nations also swapped lists of prisoners and fishermen amid ongoing diplomatic tensions.

West African Nations Impose Visa Ban on US Citizens

Mali and Burkina Faso retaliate against US travel ban, imposing visa restrictions on American citizens. The move signals deepening Russia ties and a shift in West African geopolitics. Read the full analysis.

Rajnath Singh pays homage to Khaleda Zia in Delhi

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh visited the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi to pay respects to former PM Khaleda Zia. He signed the condolence book, highlighting strong bilateral ties. Read the full story.

China-US Rivalry Intensifies in Latin America

Beijing signals it won't retreat from Latin America, countering Trump's Monroe Doctrine revival. New policy paper & Panama tensions highlight deepening US-China power struggle.

Jaishankar Briefly Meets Pakistan's NA Speaker in Dhaka

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar had a brief, informal interaction with Pakistan's National Assembly Speaker Ayaz Sadiq in Dhaka. Get the details of this diplomatic encounter on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Conference.

US Hits Chinese Firms for Venezuela Oil Trade

The Trump administration intensifies pressure on Venezuela by sanctioning Chinese and Hong Kong firms and oil tankers. This move signals a warning to Beijing amid escalating US-Venezuela tensions. Read more.

2025: The Year of Saying Nothing with Fancy Words

From 'navigating uncertainty' to 'guardrails' for AI, 2025 was filled with jargon that said little. Our editorial examines why empty phrases dominated discourse in India and global diplomacy. Read more.

UAE Leaders Extend New Year Wishes to World

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and VP Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum exchanged New Year greetings with world leaders, including PM Modi, fostering international diplomacy.

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