MEA: S Jaishankar, Army chief on same page on China disengagement
Friday, 17 January 2025 The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has clarified there is no contradiction between the Armychief Upendra Dwivedi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar regarding disengagement with China in eastern Ladakh. While the Army chief mentioned a 'degree of standoff' remaining, the MEA highlights disengagement is completed at specific points. The Army chief notes authorities can handle minor issues to prevent escalation.
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As tensions escalate over US tariff hikes, China has called on India to unite in opposing Washington's "abusive" trade policies. Beijing urged New Delhi to embrace multilateralism and reject unilateral economic coercion. While China seeks collaboration, India has opted for dialogue with the US, aiming for a trade deal by fall. Foreign Minister Jaishankar revealed that India is keeping all channels open, maintaining “principled understanding” with Washington. With Beijing seeking Global South solidarity, all eyes are now on India’s next move.
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar revealed that India and the US had a "very open discussion" on trade, leading to an agreement between PM Narendra Modi and President Donald Trump to finalize a bilateral trade deal by fall this year. Speaking at an event in Delhi with Kyung-wha Kang of Asia Society, Jaishankar emphasized the active and intense trade discussions between both nations. He also highlighted Union Minister Piyush Goyal’s visit to the US in February and noted the strengthening of defense ties, with the US becoming more open to technology partnerships. Is this a new era for India-US relations? Stay tuned for updates.
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India slams West as Jaishankar criticizes global double standards on Kashmir, interventions, and UN reform. Speaking at the Raisina Dialogue, he accused the West of rebranding invasions as disputes and questioned the inconsistent stance on the Taliban. He cited historical interference by UK, USA, and allies in Kashmir and urged fairness in global governance. Jaishankar also backed a stronger, reformed UN for equitable international order.
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US Vice President JD Vance landed in Delhi on Monday, accompanied by Second Lady Usha Vance and their three children, for his maiden official visit to India. The visit begins with a ceremonial Guard of Honour at Palam Airport. With bilateral trade at $190 billion and targets of $500 billion, the visit holds economic significance amid high-stakes negotiations. The Vance family will also travel to Jaipur and Agra. The trip offers both nations a chance to build on strategic progress since PM Modi’s US visit in February 2025, according to India’s Ministry of External Affairs.
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Heavy snowfall and landslides have disrupted traffic across Jammu and Kashmir, leading to the closure of the Srinagar-Jammu and Srinagar-Ladakh highways. Several districts, including Rajouri, Doda, and Anantnag, are covered in thick snow. Authorities have issued an avalanche alert in Himachal’s Lahaul-Spiti region. While daily life is affected, farmers have welcomed the fresh snowfall. Weather conditions are expected to improve by the afternoon.
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