Foreign Policy

PM Modi Welcomes Seychelles To Colombo Conclave, Announces $175m Aid Package Amid Deepened Defence, Maritime Ties

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed Seychelles as a full member of the Colombo Security Conclave, emphasising defence cooperation and maritime security as key pillars of bilateral ties.Speaking at a joint press meet in New Delhi with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie, Modi highlighted how this inclusion will bolster peace and stability in the Indian Ocean region while deepening

February 9, 2026
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Greek Defence Minister Dendias And Rajnath Singh To Bolster Bilateral Military Ties In Delhi

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis with Prime Minister Narendra ModiIndia and Greece are intensifying their defence partnership as Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias meets his Indian counterpart, Rajnath Singh, at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi on 9 February 2026.The bilateral discussions centre on deepening cooperation across defence domains, building on recent milestones in military

February 9, 2026
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EAM Jaishankar Lauds Seychelles Backing For MAHASAGAR Vision Amid Milestone State Visit

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Seychelles President Patrick Herminie in New Delhi on Monday, expressing delight at the engagement and hailing the President’s support for India’s Vision MAHASAGAR. This vision aims to foster economic prosperity and security across the region, with Seychelles positioned as a vital maritime neighbour.In a post on X, Jaishankar noted that Herminie would

February 9, 2026
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Seychelles Invites PM Modi As Chief Guest For Golden Independence Jubilee Amid Deepened Ties

Seychelles President Patrick Herminie has invited Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the Guest of Honour for the 50th anniversary of Seychelles’ Independence Day. He extended the invitation during a joint press meet with PM Modi in New Delhi on Monday.President Herminie described his visit as a reflection of the longstanding friendship and mutual respect between India and Seychelles. He noted that

February 9, 2026
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Malaysia Welcomes India’s BRICS 2026 Chairmanship And Pushes UNSC Reform Drive During PM Modi’s Visit

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim during a two‑day visit to Kuala Lumpur, focusing on the expanded BRICS engagement and the pursuit of UN Security Council reforms.Malaysia welcomed India’s 2026 BRICS chairmanship and expressed support for reforms aimed at making global institutions more representative of contemporary realities, including

February 9, 2026
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Commerce Minister Goyal Lauds US Envoy Gor’s Key Role In India-US Trade Pact Breakthrough

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has praised the newly appointed US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, for his pivotal role in securing the framework of the India-US interim trade agreement.In an interview with ANI on 8 February 2026, Goyal described Gor as a "dear friend" and a steadfast well-wisher of the bilateral relationship, crediting him with facilitating the finalisation

February 9, 2026
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No Binding USD 500bn US Purchase In India Trade Pact – Intent Only Says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has clarified the $500 billion figure in the India-US interim trade agreement, emphasising that India does not face any binding obligation to purchase that amount from the United States.Speaking to ANI on 8 February 2026, Goyal stated that the agreement reflects India’s intent to procure products based on its expanding commercial needs, rather

February 9, 2026
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PM Modi Hails Japan’s Sanae Takaichi’s Electoral Triumph, Reaffirms India-Japan Strategic Ties For Global Stability

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has congratulated Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her ruling coalition’s projected historic victory in the snap elections for Japan’s House of Representatives.In a message posted on X, he extended warm wishes and underscored the pivotal role of the India-Japan Special Strategic and Global Partnership in fostering global peace, stability, and prosperity.Modi

February 9, 2026
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PM Modi And PM Anwar Push To Fast-Track AITIGA Review As India-Malaysia Partnership Deepens

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim used a joint press conference to reaffirm their commitment to an expanded and mutually beneficial economic partnership, centred on the ongoing review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA).They emphasised that the review should be completed at the earliest opportunity and highlighted the importance of friendly

February 9, 2026
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Seychelles President Lands In Delhi To Seal Key Deals After Chennai And Mumbai Engagements

Seychelles President Dr Patrick Herminie has arrived in New Delhi, marking the culmination of engagements in Chennai and Mumbai during his state visit to India.The visit, which extends until 10 February, represents his inaugural trip to the country since taking office in October 2025. It also coincides with the milestone of 50 years of diplomatic relations between India and Seychelles.In Chennai

February 9, 2026
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