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EU raises human rights concerns with China in 39th Dialogue SessionEU raises human rights concerns with China in 39th Dialogue Session

EU raises human rights concerns with China in 39th Dialogue Session

The European Union reiterated its persistent concerns regarding fundamental freedoms, labour rights, judicial independence, and cases of forced labour in…

10 months ago
Europe’s Dilemma in the Virtual Battlefield: Navigating Cyberspace and AI ShiftsEurope’s Dilemma in the Virtual Battlefield: Navigating Cyberspace and AI Shifts

Europe’s Dilemma in the Virtual Battlefield: Navigating Cyberspace and AI Shifts

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is defining a new international order. Cyberspace is reshaping the geopolitical map and the global balance of…

1 year ago
After Italy’s re-think on BRI, will the EU also loosen its bonds with China?After Italy’s re-think on BRI, will the EU also loosen its bonds with China?

After Italy’s re-think on BRI, will the EU also loosen its bonds with China?

Ever since Giorgia Meloni took over as the new Italian Prime Minister, the rumblings against China’s Belt and Road Initiative…

2 years ago
Will Norway host Taliban for talks as West looks to re-engage with Afghanistan?Will Norway host Taliban for talks as West looks to re-engage with Afghanistan?

Will Norway host Taliban for talks as West looks to re-engage with Afghanistan?

Western nations and Afghan stakeholders will meet in Norway in mid-June to discuss Afghanistan's current situation and the Taliban's governance…

2 years ago
Italy likely to dump China’s BRI, Taiwan to benefit as trade winds change directionItaly likely to dump China’s BRI, Taiwan to benefit as trade winds change direction

Italy likely to dump China’s BRI, Taiwan to benefit as trade winds change direction

Italy is thinking of moving away from China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in favour of Taiwan's chip-manufacturing industry with…

2 years ago
Russia announces further reduction of energy exports to Europe, causing worries for EU nationsRussia announces further reduction of energy exports to Europe, causing worries for EU nations

Russia announces further reduction of energy exports to Europe, causing worries for EU nations

The European Union, hit by surging prices, is likely to push back against further expansion of sanctions against Russia, though…

2 years ago
Govt to build memorial for Roma migrants to Europe who trace roots to IndiaGovt to build memorial for Roma migrants to Europe who trace roots to India

Govt to build memorial for Roma migrants to Europe who trace roots to India

The government of India plans to construct a Roma memorial at Kannauj in Uttar Pradesh to commemorate the exodus of…

2 years ago
Pakistani export sector crumbles despite EU’s flawed bailoutPakistani export sector crumbles despite EU’s flawed bailout

Pakistani export sector crumbles despite EU’s flawed bailout

The European Union’s decision last month to remove Islamabad from the list of 'High-Risk Third Countries' for anti-money laundering and…

2 years ago
India-UK 2030 Roadmap in focus as Jaishankar kickstarts bilaterals ahead of key G20 meetingIndia-UK 2030 Roadmap in focus as Jaishankar kickstarts bilaterals ahead of key G20 meeting

India-UK 2030 Roadmap in focus as Jaishankar kickstarts bilaterals ahead of key G20 meeting

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and UK Foreign Secretary James Cleverly on Wednesday discussed progress on the India-UK 2030 Roadmap…

2 years ago
After 3 metro lines, EU keen to double its investments in UPAfter 3 metro lines, EU keen to double its investments in UP

After 3 metro lines, EU keen to double its investments in UP

The European Investment Bank (EIB), the lending arm of the European Union, is set to expand its investment in Uttar…

2 years ago
India keen on expanding exports to RussiaIndia keen on expanding exports to Russia

India keen on expanding exports to Russia

India is looking to grab a larger share of the Russian export market in the next financial year to tide…

2 years ago
Russia says won’t recognise any Western price cap on its oilRussia says won’t recognise any Western price cap on its oil

Russia says won’t recognise any Western price cap on its oil

As Western countries introduced a price ceiling on seaborne crude oil of Russian origin from Monday, Moscow has once again…

2 years ago
European Union caps price of Russian oil at $60 a barrelEuropean Union caps price of Russian oil at $60 a barrel

European Union caps price of Russian oil at $60 a barrel

The European Union has reached a deal to cap the price of Russian seaborne oil at USD 60 per barrel…

2 years ago
New British PM Sunak unlikely to ease visa regime for IndiansNew British PM Sunak unlikely to ease visa regime for Indians

New British PM Sunak unlikely to ease visa regime for Indians

The change in guard in the UK with Conservative Party leader Rishi Sunak taking over as Prime Minister, will not…

2 years ago
Russia slams European Council for equipping Ukraine with ‘deadly’ weaponsRussia slams European Council for equipping Ukraine with ‘deadly’ weapons

Russia slams European Council for equipping Ukraine with ‘deadly’ weapons

Russia has slammed the European Council for its decision on additional 500 million Euros funding for the supply of weapons…

2 years ago

Why India’s exports to Europe could see a big jump following Ukraine war

India’s exports to Europe are expected to rise in the short to medium term after the latter’s trade with Russia…

2 years ago

Drought amid heatwave adds to Europe’s nightmare

<p> <strong>For Europe, this year has been nothing short of a nightmare so far. At present several countries in the…

3 years ago

The rise of King coal as energy crisis hits Europe

<p> <strong>Coal, considered to be the single largest source of global carbon emissions, is back in demand as the ongoing…

3 years ago

Indian exporters on tenterhooks after EU economies hit rough patch

<p> <strong>Germany’s economy stagnated in July, leading to widespread concerns even as the European Union registered an unexpected growth of…

3 years ago

Are Ukrainian refugees unwelcome in Europe as economic crisis bites?

<p> <strong>Europe’s refugee problem is taking an alarming shape. Just last year the continent received a large number of migrants…

3 years ago

Despite Nord Stream 1 resuming gas supply, fear remains Russia may choke flows

<p> <strong>Even as Europe heaved a sigh of relief with gas supplies through Nord Stream 1 pipeline resuming on time…

3 years ago