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Digital diplomacy is no longer about simply being present online. In an age shaped by algorithms and AI, the real diplomatic advantage lies in combining technological intelligence with human judgement, cultural understanding and trust. The future belongs to diplomats who can navigate digital complexity without losing the human connection.
Jai Dadi Group has launched construction of its Nile Ferro Alloys plant in Egypt’s East Ismailia Industrial Zone within the Suez Canal Economic Zone. The $16 million project will produce ferroalloys for steel and infrastructure industries and generate about 300 jobs. Attended by Indian and Egyptian officials, the initiative highlights expanding India–Egypt cooperation in manufacturing and supports Egypt’s strategy to…
The drumbeats of conflict in the Middle East, specifically the looming specter of strikes involving Iran, have sent a predictable but no less jarring tremor through global markets. As fuel shortages manifest from the local pumps of East Africa to the industrial hubs of Europe, the world is reminded of the fragile tether connecting global peace to economic survival.
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The recent consecutive diplomatic visits of Nepal’s newly appointed Foreign Minister, Shisir Khanal, to New…
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Few footballers have shaped the modern game quite like Mohamed Salah. Over nine seasons at Liverpool, the Egyptian forward established himself as one of the Premier League's greatest-ever players, scoring 257 goals in 442 appearances to become the club's third-highest goalscorer of all time.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organzation (SCO) was initiated by China and Russia sand that is why Russian and Chinese were the only working languages of the organization. Both China and Russia planned to create a strategic bloc with countries binded by boundaries in the Euasian Region.
India's humanitarian response to the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela reflects a foreign policy rooted in compassion, solidarity, and global responsibility. Through Operation Amistad, the Indian Army's field hospital and relief teams have provided life-saving medical care and emergency assistance to thousands of survivors, reinforcing India's growing reputation as a dependable first responder and a trusted partner in international humanitarian relief.
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India-Namibia trade is showing steady momentum, creating fresh opportunities for exporters, importers and investors on…
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India and Vietnam have elevated their relationship to an Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, setting an ambitious $25 billion trade target by 2030. Following high-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi…
The India–Republic of Korea MSME agreement, signed during the visit of Lee Jae Myung, marks a strategic shift toward inclusive economic cooperation, positioning small businesses, innovation, and resilient supply chains…
Suresh K. Reddy, the Indian Ambassador to Cairo, met with Dr. Mohamed Farid Saleh, the Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, to discuss ways to enhance economic, trade, and…
In a move signaling growing economic engagement, India is exploring expanded investment opportunities in Egypt following high-level talks between Egyptian Deputy Prime Minister Hussein Issa and Indian Ambassador to Cairo…
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, arrived in Tokyo on Wednesday for a two-day official visit aimed at deepening economic ties between India's most populous state and Japan. The…
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Rising temperatures, recurring climate disasters, water stress, biodiversity degradation and increasing socio-economic vulnerabilities have transformed climate change from a purely environmental challenge into a geopolitical reality
Rising geopolitical tensions involving the United States, Israel, and Iran are intensifying the air quality crisis across West and South Asia. Beyond health and agriculture, the crisis is reshaping global…
Sustainability in global trade is a core determinant of competitiveness, risk management, and long-term value creation, which earlier may have been simply classified as a peripheral ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)…
Dr. Manal Awad, Minister of Local Development and Environment, received Shri Kirtivardan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs, Environment, Forests, and Climate Change of the Republic of India, to…
Speaking at the ‘Environment, COP-30 and Global Health’ session during the BRICS Summit in Brazil, Prime Minister Modi expressed appreciation for the leadership of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da…
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In the evolving landscape of global agri-trade, tea remains one of Africa’s most enduring and culturally significant exports. Among the companies redefining Africa’s premium tea presence on the world stage…
Digital Transformation of Africa’s Agricultural Sector: Need to have Challenges understood, Priorities drawn and Strategies worked out, in the era of globalization and digitalised economy
Dr. Soumya Swaminathan, Chairperson of the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation and former Deputy Director-General at the World Health Organization (WHO), on Thursday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his unwavering…
Digital transformation of Namibia’s Agri-Food Sector: Unlocking potential, empowering smallholders, and creating jobs for rural youth, synergizing STAS 2025 and Digital Namibia Strategy 2021through AgriTech Startups in Rural Areas
Shri Chouhan extended his gratitude to ICAR on behalf of the 800 million Indians who rely on the public distribution system, as well as the international community that depends on…
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Every year, world leaders gather to negotiate the future of our planet. Agreements are announced, speeches are applauded, and new commitments dominate headlines. Yet when the conference halls empty, climate…
The climate crisis is not only an environmental issue but also a question of justice, inequality, and global power. While vulnerable nations suffer the worst impacts despite contributing the least…
In the serene landscapes of Thimphu, India and Bhutan took another decisive step in their decades-long partnership this week. During a high-level bilateral meeting, both nations agreed to enhance cooperation…
Union Minister of Power Manohar Lal on Monday inaugurated the Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Regulatory Affairs in the Power Sector at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, calling…
The global climate crisis and the urgent need for a clean energy transition have reshaped the foundations of international diplomacy. In this new paradigm, strategic alliances are increasingly forged not…
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From People’s Prosperity to Global Power: PM Modi’s Pro-People, Pro-Growth Vision for a New India
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address at the ET World Leaders Forum 2026 presented a clear vision of an India that is pro-people, pro-growth and pro-development. Against global economic and geopolitical uncertainty, he highlighted India’s transformation from a heavily regulated economy toward one driven by investment, innovation, manufacturing and entrepreneurship. Modi stressed that growth must translate into better opportunities and improved lives for ordinary citizens. His message to the world was equally clear: India is emerging as a resilient, confident and globally competitive economy, with development and inclusive prosperity at the heart of its next chapter.
India and Armenia Strengthen Defence Cooperation with Focus on Training and Technology
India and Armenia are strengthening their defence partnership with a focus on capacity building, training, military-technical cooperation and defence research. Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh’s visit to Yerevan highlights the two countries’ shared interest in expanding practical cooperation, knowledge exchange and long-term institutional engagement.
India Brings Its Silk Heritage to Egypt, Opening New Avenues for Trade
The Embassy of India in Egypt, in association with, the Indian Silk Export Promotion Council (ISEPC), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, is organizing a Two-Day Silk Exhibition-cum-Buyer Seller Meet (BSM) on 24-25 August 2026 in Cairo.
India’s Air Cargo Push Takes Off: Faster Transhipment Opens New Gateway to Global Trade
India is reshaping its air cargo network to accelerate international trade, reduce logistics costs and strengthen supply-chain efficiency. With transit times on key routes falling sharply, the new transhipment framework could create fresh opportunities for exporters, importers and logistics businesses while advancing India’s ambition to become a global cargo hub.
India Puts Global South at Heart of BRICS 2026 Agenda in Cairo
India’s BRICS 2026 chairship is putting the Global South at the heart of its diplomatic agenda, with MEA Secretary Sripriya Ranganathan highlighting closer India-Egypt cooperation as a key pillar during the India-Egypt BRICS Partnership Conference in Cairo.
India at 80: From Post-Colonial Challenges to a Global Story of Transformation
Indian Ambassador to Egypt, Suresh K. Reddy, said that India has undergone far-reaching transformation across multiple sectors in the decades since independence, noting that the country’s journey is no longer defined solely by economic and technological growth, but also by the aspirations of more than 1.4 billion people and a broader ambition to offer a development model for the Global South.
Putin Appoints New Russian Ambassador to Egypt and the Arab League
Russian President Vladimir Putin issued two decrees appointing Artur Lyukmanov as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Russian Federation to the Arab Republic of Egypt and Permanent Representative of Russia to the League of Arab States in Cairo.
INDIA @ 80: THE TRICOLOUR RISES, A BILLION DREAMS SOAR
As India marks its 80th Independence Day, the Tricolour rises over the Red Fort with a powerful message of continuity and renewal. From the sacrifices of the freedom movement to the aspirations of Viksit Bharat@2047, India looks ahead with its youth, innovation and collective ambition at the centre of its journey. Eight decades of freedom have shaped a nation that now stands ready to turn its dreams into a new chapter of progress and possibility.
India, Liberia Seek New Momentum in Strategic Partnership Across Key Sectors
India and Liberia are set to deepen their South-South partnership, with Foreign Ministers S. Jaishankar and Sara Beysolow Nyanti discussing cooperation in key sectors including technology, agriculture, health, mining, energy, trade, investment and education, alongside efforts to strengthen collaboration on global issues.
India, Kenya Look to Expand Parliamentary Cooperation Through Digital Innovation
India and Kenya are looking to strengthen parliamentary cooperation, with Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan offering to share India’s experience in digital technology and paperless legislative systems during talks with Kenyan National Assembly Speaker Moses M. Wetang’ula in New Delhi.