In episode 1576, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta highlights key takeaways from the India-China special representatives' meeting, and breakthroughs in border issues since 1988.
The agreement that Beijing is talking about was signed by the then Special Representatives after such a mechanism was set up in 2003. It was signed in Hindi, Chinese & English.
Package harks back to '2005 agreement'. MEA does not formally deny the Chinese claims of consensus, but it is learnt that the readout from China was not a joint statement.
The special representatives met in Beijing as a part of the normalisation process after Modi-Xi met in October. 'They reiterated importance of political perspective of bilateral ties'.
Canadian intel chief Nathalie Drouin denies links between the leaders & 'criminal activity within Canada'. This comes 2 days after claim was made by Canadian media, which India dismissed.
Foreign Secretary Vikrim Misri termed ‘imputations made completely unwarranted and unsubstantiated’; summon to Doval in Pannun case comes ahead of PM Modi’s 3-day visit to US.
Former Bangladesh PM wanted promises from New Delhi that it will keep trade and business ties intact and continue discussions with the new interim government, it is learnt.
Though war in Ukraine was not explicitly mentioned, MEA statement said Sullivan and Doval reiterated ‘need to work collectively to address global challenges to peace and security’.
NSA Ajit Doval met with US counterpart Jake Sullivan at 2nd meeting of initiative on Critical and Emerging Technology. Other areas of collaboration include space, biotechnology, AI.
It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.
As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.
Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.
Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.
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