Agreement signed by Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) partners being seen as counter to reducing reliance on China, particularly after Covid-induced supply disruptions.
Most Indians are spending more on essential items than last year while earning either less or the same amount. No wonder they turn to 'buy now, pay later' schemes.
The region's strength resides in its diversity of languages, cultures, economies and, most critically, its vibrant and increasingly tech-savvy young population.
Published by Harpercollins India, 'The Importance of Shinzo Abe: India, Japan and the Indo-Pacific' edited by Sanjaya Baru, will be released on 10 August on SoftCover, ThePrint’s e-venue for digital ebooks.
Current account deficit stood at $1.3 billion in 4th quarter of fiscal year 2022-23, compared with revised deficit of $16.8 billion in preceding October-December quarter.
Despite multiple agencies being involved, the US could maintain a clear chain of command. This is something India should consider too, as it defines the theatre command structures.
The latest comment comes as New Delhi and Washington have yet to sign a trade agreement. India’s purchase of Russian oil has reduced, but Moscow remains top source for crude.
Venezuela also boasts of a diverse portfolio of unmanned aerial vehicles capable of carrying out surveillance, reconnaissance and being employed for kinetic purposes as well.
Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.
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