21 Jun, 2026

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PM Modi’s Italy Visit 2026: Elevating India-Italy Relations to a New Strategic Era

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s May 2026 visit to Italy marked a new chapter in India-Italy relations, strengthening cooperation in artificial intelligence, defence, trade, clean energy, and Indo-Pacific security. Through meetings with Italian President Sergio Mattarella and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the visit highlighted the growing strategic convergence between the two democracies and reinforced their shared vision for innovation-driven growth, resilient partnerships, and a rules-based global order.

PM Modi and UAE President Hold Strategic Talks in Abu Dhabi, Reinforce Expanding Bilateral Partnership

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s May 2026 visit to Abu Dhabi reinforced the growing strategic partnership between India and the United Arab Emirates. During high-level talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, both leaders focused on strengthening cooperation in energy security, defence, investment, and regional stability. The visit resulted in key agreements on petroleum reserves, LPG supply, and strategic defence collaboration, highlighting the expanding scope of India–UAE relations across critical sectors.

Trade, Taiwan and Global Security Dominate High-Stakes Xi–Trump Talks in Beijing

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Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump opened a high-stakes summit in Beijing focused on trade negotiations, regional security, and growing strategic tensions. While both leaders welcomed progress in economic discussions, sensitive issues including U.S. arms sales to Taiwan and the Iran conflict underscored the complex and competitive nature of U.S.–China relations.

H.E. Indra Mani Pandey Participates in 21st Asia Media Summit 2026 in Maldives

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H.E. Indra Mani Pandey, Secretary General of BIMSTEC, participated in the 21st Asia Media Summit 2026 in Malé (11–14 May), where discussions focused on digital transformation, AI in media, misinformation, and regional media cooperation. He highlighted the importance of responsible journalism and strategic communication in strengthening regional connectivity, advancing BIMSTEC cooperation, and promoting sustainable and inclusive development across member states.

India’s Multi-Alignment Diplomacy: Navigating a Fragmented Global Order

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As global geopolitical divisions deepen, India is increasingly emerging as a leading practitioner of “multi-alignment diplomacy” – balancing strategic partnerships with the United States, Russia, Europe, the Gulf, and the Global South while preserving its strategic autonomy. Through economic engagement, connectivity initiatives, and diversified diplomatic outreach, New Delhi is positioning itself as a key stabilizing force in an evolving multipolar world.

The Rise of Economic Diplomacy: How Trade, Technology, and Connectivity Are Reshaping Foreign Policy

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Economic diplomacy has become a central pillar of modern foreign policy, as countries increasingly use trade, technology, connectivity, and energy partnerships to shape global influence. In a rapidly shifting multipolar world, India and other major economies are leveraging strategic economic tools to build resilience, diversify supply chains, and strengthen geopolitical positioning.

Iran–China Diplomatic Engagement Gains Momentum as Abbas Araghchi Meets Wang Yi in Beijing

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing amid rising tensions in West Asia, with both sides emphasizing diplomacy, regional stability, and the importance of safeguarding global energy routes. The high-level talks underscore China’s expanding diplomatic role in the region and the growing strategic coordination between Tehran and Beijing.

India–Vietnam Defence Ties Strengthened as Rajnath Singh Meets General Phan Van Giang in New Delhi

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India and Vietnam strengthened their defence and strategic partnership as Union Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh met Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister of Vietnam, General Phan Van Giang, in New Delhi on May 6, 2026. The discussions focused on maritime security, joint exercises, defence technology, and capacity building, reinforcing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and regional stability in the Indo-Pacific.

India–Vietnam Relations Enter New Phase with Enhanced Strategic Partnership and $25 Billion Trade Target

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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 and President Tô Lâm in New Delhi, both countries agreed to deepen cooperation across trade, defence, technology, and regional security, signaling a new era in bilateral ties.

India–Japan Strengthen Strategic Tech and Economic Security Ties: Misri–Onoda Talks Signal Deeper Cooperation

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India and Japan continue to deepen their Special Strategic and Global Partnership as Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met H.E. Ms. Kimi Onoda in New Delhi. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in economic security, resilient supply chains, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies, reflecting a shared commitment to building trusted, future-ready global economic systems.