India foreign policy
Prime Minister Modi's Strategic 3-Nation Tour to Strengthen Bilateral Relations with Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman
Dec 12, 2025 02:06 am CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a four-day diplomatic mission to Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman from December 15-18. This strategic visit coincides with significant diplomatic milestones, including the 75th anniversary of India-Jordan relations and 70 years of India-Oman diplomatic ties. The tour aims to strengthen bilateral partnerships in trade, defense, security, and cultural exchanges while addressing regional and global concerns of mutual interest.
PM Modi Reaffirms India's Support for Gaza Peace Plan During Strategic Call with Netanyahu
Dec 11, 2025 12:57 am CST
Prime Minister Modi and Israeli PM Netanyahu discussed strengthening India-Israel strategic partnership and addressed regional peace efforts during a key diplomatic call. Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to the Gaza Peace Plan while both leaders emphasized their zero-tolerance approach to terrorism, highlighting the evolving diplomatic dynamics in West Asia.
India's Strategic Autonomy: Jaishankar Defends Russia Relations Amid US Trade Tensions
Dec 06, 2025 06:54 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar defends India's long-standing relationship with Russia while addressing US trade negotiations, emphasizing the nation's strategic autonomy in foreign policy. Speaking at the Hindustan Times Leadership Summit, he highlighted Putin's recent visit as an opportunity to strengthen economic ties, while firmly maintaining that India's multiple bilateral relationships remain independent of external influence.
S Jaishankar Defends India's Strategic Autonomy: "No Country Has Veto On Our Ties"
Dec 06, 2025 04:57 pm CST
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar firmly asserts India's strategic autonomy in international relations, emphasizing that the long-standing India-Russia partnership demonstrates India's sovereign right to cultivate diverse global alliances without external interference, while maintaining that productive negotiations with the US on trade matters continue alongside.
S Jaishankar: Pakistan's Army Is the Source of India's Security Challenges and Ideological Hostility
Dec 06, 2025 03:34 pm CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has identified the Pakistani army as the primary source of India's security challenges, including terrorism and ideological hostility. Speaking at the HT Leadership Summit, he discussed Operation Sindoor, India's response to terror attacks, and the fundamental differences in how the two nations operate. The minister emphasized India's commitment to accountability while addressing regional security concerns.
S Jaishankar Highlights Putin's Visit as Milestone in Reimagining India-Russia Relationship
Dec 06, 2025 03:25 pm CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discusses the significance of Russian President Vladimir Putin's recent India visit, characterizing it as an opportunity to reimagine bilateral relations. The minister highlighted key agreements including mobility and fertilizer ventures, while also addressing India's diplomatic stance on US trade relations, China border stability, Pakistan's military influence, and Bangladesh's political situation.
Shashi Tharoor Defends India's Sovereign Right to Multi-Alignment: "Trump Must Respect Our Relations with Russia"
Dec 06, 2025 01:54 pm CST
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor asserts India's right to maintain independent foreign relations following Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India. Amid US tariffs over India's Russian oil purchases, Tharoor emphasized his concept of "multi-alignment" as essential in today's fractured geopolitical landscape, stating that each nation must respect others' sovereign choices in international partnerships.
Chinese Media Praises Putin's India Visit as "Clear Message" Amid Western Pressure and Changing US Strategy
Dec 05, 2025 03:58 pm CST
Chinese state media has highlighted Russian President Putin's diplomatic visit to India as a demonstration that neither country faces international isolation, despite Western pressure. The visit occurs as the US seeks to improve relations with India while simultaneously promoting Ukraine peace negotiations, revealing complex dynamics in global geopolitics and India's strategic balancing between major powers.
India Calls Out UN Gridlock as Pakistan Shields Terror Group Behind Pahalgam Attack
Oct 24, 2025 10:15 pm CST
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticized the United Nations' ineffectiveness in addressing terrorism, highlighting Pakistan's attempts to protect terror organizations at the UNSC. Speaking at the UN's 80th anniversary, he emphasized the urgent need for reforms as the global body becomes increasingly polarized and gridlocked, particularly in its response to terrorism and development challenges facing the Global South.
India Calls For UN Peacekeeping Reforms To Address Modern Conflict Challenges
Oct 17, 2025 01:13 am CST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar advocated for a new paradigm in UN peacekeeping operations to effectively address the evolving nature of global conflicts involving non-state actors and asymmetric threats. Speaking at a conference of troop-contributing countries, he emphasized the need for enhanced training, advanced technology, and mandate reevaluation while also strongly supporting comprehensive UN Security Council reforms.