India’s continues to strengthen ties with Caribbean countries via high-level engagements
Port of Spain, May 27 (IANS) India has supported the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) countries since decolonisation and the early phase of nation-building in the region. The relationship was further strengthened during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Trinidad and Tobago last year, which marked the 180th anniversary of the arrival of indentured Indian immigrants in […]
Ebola outbreak only beginning, may take months to contain: DRC health minister
Kinshasa, May 27 (IANS) The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is still at the beginning of its latest Ebola outbreak and may need up to six months to contain it, health minister Roger Kamba has said. The number of people showing symptoms compatible with Ebola had risen to around 1,000, while 101 cases had […]
Hungary parliament votes to revoke withdrawal from ICC
Budapest, May 27 (IANS) Hungary’s National Assembly on Wednesday voted under a special procedure on a bill to revoke the country’s decision to withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The bill was approved with 133 votes in favour, 37 against and five abstentions. The decision will take effect on the day following the promulgation […]
African Union deploys observation mission to monitor Ethiopia’s upcoming general elections
Addis Ababa, May 27 (IANS) The African Union (AU) has deployed an election observation mission to monitor the conduct and integrity of Ethiopia’s general elections scheduled for early June. Led by the former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, the 73-member AU Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) to Ethiopia was deployed at the invitation of the East African […]
Ethiopia finalises preparations for general elections in early June
Addis Ababa, May 27 (IANS) Preparations have been finalised to ensure the conduct and integrity of Ethiopia’s general elections scheduled for June 1, the National Election Board of Ethiopia (NEBE) has said. Briefing the media, NEBE Chairperson Melatwork Hailu said that the board has completed all necessary preparations and has entered the final phase to […]
India remains key partner for Bangladesh in Teesta River management: Report
New Delhi/Dhaka, May 27 (IANS) Continued Indian engagement in Teesta River management would go beyond addressing local riverine concerns, reinforcing bilateral confidence and underlining India’s role as the most “reliable and responsive partner” for Bangladesh in matters of direct human and economic significance, a report said on Wednesday. India and Bangladesh have long held discussions […]
Trump praises Tulsi Gabbard over intelligence reforms
Washington, May 27 (IANS) President Donald Trump on Wednesday praised outgoing Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard for what he described as sweeping reforms of the US intelligence community, including exposing evidence linked to the “Russia, Russia, Russia hoax” and releasing classified records tied to major historical investigations. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the […]
Venezuela now key US partner: Trump
Washington, May 27 (IANS) President Donald Trump on Wednesday described Venezuela as an emerging strategic partner of the United States, saying the South American nation was rapidly becoming a major energy supplier to America after years of strained relations and sanctions. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump said Venezuela’s oil industry […]
Quad gains momentum with Rubio’s India visit: USIBC
Washington, May 27 (IANS) The US-India Business Council (USIBC) on Wednesday welcomed a series of strategic initiatives announced during US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s visit to India, saying the outcomes demonstrate renewed momentum in the Quad grouping and deeper economic ambition between New Delhi and Washington. In a statement issued after the visit, USIBC […]
Trump warns Iran as oil fears grow
Washington, May 27 (IANS) President Donald Trump on Wednesday said Iran was making progress in negotiations with the United States but warned military action remained an option, as concerns mounted over oil prices and tensions around the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, Trump said the administration’s central objective […]
