The group is deeply divided over the war in Ukraine, with Western nations pushing for strong condemnation of Russia while others are demanding a focus on broader economic issues.
The African Union, a continental body of 55 member states, now has the same status as the European Union. Its previous designation was "invited international organisation".
PM Modi also launched the 'Global Biofuels Alliance' in the presence of US President Biden, Brazilian President Inacio, Argentina President Fernández & Italy PM Meloni.
A joint statement was issued by the two countries after Friday's meeting. US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan had earlier said 'this is not your typical bilateral visit to India'.
As many as 31 hotels across Delhi-NCR are preparing to host 10,000 guests arriving for two-day G20 Summit. They are set to cater to every taste to showcase India’s hospitality.
The US press corps was sequestered in a van, out of eyesight of the two leaders - an unusual situation for the reporters & photographers who follow the US President at home & around the world to witness and record his public appearances.
On Friday, the centre of the normally bustling & choked city of 20 million was deserted, with just a trickle of vehicles & scores of armed security personnel seen along the main streets.
Fauja Singh, 114, died after being hit by a speeding car. His death renews questions about India’s deadly roads, rising accidents, and poor traffic discipline.
Mini deal will likely see no cut in 10% baseline tariff on Indian exports announced by Trump on 2 April, it is learnt, but additional 26% tariffs are set to be reduced.
India-Russia JV is also racing to deliver 7,000 more AK-203 assault rifles by 15 Aug. These are currently being made with 50% indigenisation and this will surge to 100% by 31 December.
Public, loud, upfront, filled with impropriety and high praise sometimes laced with insults. This is what we call Trumplomacy. But the larger objective is the same: American supremacy.
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