Comment & Briefs

Prime Minister Modi and President Biden recommitted to expeditiously work towards supporting the fulfilment of the GE-HAL jet engine deal, at the meeting ahead of the New Delhi G20 Summit.

China’s security engagement in Africa has grown to encompass aspects relating to police and law enforcement cooperation, conflict mediation, and professional military education.

While the pre-poll environment in Maldives is relatively peaceful, the political fragmentation makes it difficult to project a certain outcome in the upcoming presidential elections.

Turkiye’s Chairmanship of the Organization of the BSEC gives it an opportunity to shape the trajectory of the pivotal regional organisation.

Sweden’s presidency contributed significantly to addressing the EU’s economic and security challenges.

The JCPOA revival, to some extent, will continue to depend on the US’s stand on the IRGC’s designation.

The 15th BRICS Summit showcased the organisation’s resilience, adaptability and collective vision, and positioned the group as a potent global player.

The Positive Indigenisation List is a significant step towards achieving the government’s objective of self-reliance in defence production.

While the US dollar will likely stay dominant, a gradual shift towards other currencies, possibly including the INR, could occur in the long run.