The Indian Ambassador to Japan, Sibi George, highlighted the growing partnership between India and Japan, emphasizing their shared civilizational ties and strategic cooperation across various sectors, including defense. He noted that Prime Minister Modi’s diplomatic efforts have significantly elevated India’s global stature, especially showcased during the successful G20 Summit. Japan’s increasing investment in India, with 1,500 Japanese companies operating there, reflects the strong economic bond and mutual benefits in navigating geopolitical challenges. George asserts that …

The 6th High-Level Meeting between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG) took place on August 20, 2025, in Hanoi, focusing on enhancing cooperation in areas such as Maritime Search and Rescue, Law Enforcement, Marine Pollution Response, and Capacity Building. Both sides emphasized tackling transnational maritime crimes and underscored the importance of joint pollution response mechanisms. The meeting, co-chaired by ICG’s Additional Director General Anand Prakash Badola and VCG’s Major General …

NATO military chiefs are convening to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine amidst ongoing Russian military advances, including recent strikes that have resulted in civilian casualties. While U.S. President Trump has indicated the potential for European nations to deploy troops, he has ruled out sending U.S. forces directly, proposing instead air support. The situation remains fluid, with Ukraine’s leadership urging for increased pressure on Moscow through sanctions. This highlights the complex dynamics of international diplomacy and …

Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov stated that discussions regarding security issues in Ukraine without Russian participation are futile, labeling such attempts as a “road to nowhere.” His remarks followed a meeting hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump with Ukraine’s president and European leaders aimed at establishing security guarantees for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict. Lavrov emphasized that meaningful dialogue on collective security cannot occur without involving the Russian Federation, asserting that the West, particularly the U.S., …

China is set to stage a grand military parade in Beijing on September 3, 2025, commemorating the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II, with President Xi Jinping inspecting troops and foreign leaders like Russian President Vladimir Putin in attendance. The event will feature tens of thousands of participants, including marching formations, armored columns, and aerial displays with hundreds of aircraft such as fighter jets and bombers, showcasing new domestically produced hardware like …

India and Sri Lanka recently concluded the 12th edition of the naval exercise SLINEX-25, enhancing operational readiness and cooperation between their navies. The exercise, which took place off the coast of Colombo, featured various vessels and aircraft from both nations, highlighting their commitment to maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. This bilateral engagement has been pivotal since its inception in 2005, fostering interoperability and best practice exchanges. The event underscores India’s strategic focus on …

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused India of profiteering from Russian oil imports on August 19, 2025, amid the Ukraine conflict that began in February 2022, noting that India’s purchases surged from less than 1% to 42% of its total oil imports, yielding an estimated $16 billion in excess profits through resale of refined products. Bessent contrasted this with China’s diversification, where Russian oil imports rose modestly from 13% to 16%, while US President Donald …

Recent discussions between Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reflect a significant thaw in India-China relations, with a focus on peace along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and the establishment of cooperative mechanisms to manage border disputes. Doval highlighted an “upward trend” in bilateral ties since the Modi-Xi meeting in Kazan last year, which has led to meaningful engagements to foster stability and address mutual concerns, including terrorism …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has accepted an invitation from President Xi Jinping to attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, highlighting India’s commitment to regional dialogue and multilateral cooperation. During discussions with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Modi emphasized the importance of maintaining peace along the India-China border and expressed optimism about resolving long-standing boundary issues through constructive engagement. Wang Yi acknowledged India’s role in the summit’s success and stressed the need …