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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with Suzanne Clark, President and CEO of the US Chamber of Commerce, in New Delhi on March 26, 2025. The discussions focused on enhancing trade and investment ties, building resilient supply chains, and strengthening the strategic partnership between India and the United States. Jaishankar expressed satisfaction with the meeting, highlighting the
by Shawn Warren, General Manager, Combat & Trainer Engines, GE AerospaceOn Tuesday (March 25), we were excited to deliver the first of 99 F404-IN20 engines to our valued customer Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the TEJAS MK-1A fight jet. It is an important milestone in our 40-year relationship with HAL and in our efforts to ensure a strong future for India’s military by developing
Japan has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening security ties with India and South Korea in the Indo-Pacific region.This announcement follows comments from General Romeo S. Brawner, the military chief of the Philippines, who indicated that a U.S.-backed security group, known as the Squad, is seeking to include both nations to counter China’s growing influence.In a statement released by
The I2A (India to America) Launchpad program is an initiative aimed at supporting Indian start-ups that are developing dual-use technologies—those applicable in both civilian and defence sectors—as they seek to enter the US market. This program is part of a broader effort to enhance collaboration between India and the United States in defence and technology, particularly in light of evolving
The United States has concluded a series of expert-level discussions with delegations from Russia and Ukraine in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from March 23 to 25, 2025. These talks focused on enhancing security in the Black Sea, ensuring safe maritime navigation, and protecting energy infrastructure amidst the ongoing conflict between the two nations.During the negotiations, both Russia and Ukraine
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has expressed optimism regarding the upcoming trade discussions between India and the United States, which are set to take place from March 25 to March 29, 2025. Tharoor emphasized the need for constructive dialogue that would ensure Indian trade is not adversely affected by the proposed reciprocal tariffs set to be implemented by U.S. President Donald Trump on April 2,
The United States has reiterated its expectations for Bangladesh to adhere to human rights standards and treat its citizens fairly. This statement was made by US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce during a press briefing, where she addressed concerns regarding warnings from the Bangladesh Army Chief about potential Islamist extremist attacks.Bruce emphasised that the US expects all nations
US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth has embarked on his inaugural Indo-Pacific tour, emphasising the region’s significance to US security interests.Departing from Washington, D.C., on March 24, 2025, Hegseth’s itinerary includes stops in Hawaii, Guam, the Philippines, and Japan. He expressed on social media that the Indo-Pacific is a priority for the US, stating, "We’re strengthening our
Brendan Lynch, the Assistant US Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, is scheduled to visit India from March 25 to March 29, 2025.This visit comes at a critical time as it precedes the implementation of reciprocal tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump, which are set to take effect on April 2.Lynch will lead a delegation of US officials to engage in discussions with Indian
The F-47, the United States’ sixth-generation fighter jet, has been under secret development and testing for several years as part of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program.Announced by President Donald Trump, the F-47 is designed to replace the ageing F-22 Raptor and is touted as the most advanced and lethal aircraft ever built. Boeing has secured a contract valued at over $20 billion