Pak, US hold Strategic Dialogue; to discuss Indo-Pak peace
11 years, 2 months ago

Pak, US hold Strategic Dialogue; to discuss Indo-Pak peace

India TV News  

Washington: Pakistan and the US will hold their first ministerial-level Strategic Dialogue in three years on Monday, during which they will review a wide range of issues, including Pakistan's peace process with India. The US side will be led by Secretary of State John Kerry.Ahead of the meeting, State Department officials said the US is “interested in Pakistan's relationship with India and seeing improvements in that”. The US will “encourage both sides in that regard”, they said.“We have a strong interest in improving relations between Pakistan and India and avoiding the slightest danger of a conflict that could escalate to a nuclear war that would affect every country in the world. These are all pretty important interests,” an unnamed State Department official was quoted as saying by Pakistan's state-run APP news agency.The officials said Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif had emphasised the need for better relations with India.

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Pakistan feeling insecure under Trump 2.0: Time for Generals to smell the coffee
1 month, 1 week ago

Pakistan feeling insecure under Trump 2.0: Time for Generals to smell the coffee

Firstpost  

Sane Pakistanis should know that the path to their country’s security and prosperity lies through good ties with India. However, the two-nation theory, which the Generals and the political class remain committed to, prevents them from normalising ties and leads them to still retain the option of use of calibrated terror Pakistan is deeply concerned that it is not on …

Pakistan expresses concern over U.S. transferring military technology to India
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Pakistan expresses concern over U.S. transferring military technology to India

The Hindu  

Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan in a press briefing on Friday expressed concern at the proposed transfer of U.S. military technology to India. This comment comes following the release of the “India-U.S. joint statement’’ after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s U.S. visit and meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. Pakistan’s Foreign Affairs Ministry has stated that the increase military capacity may …

Why Pakistan wants to normalise relations with India after Trump returns to power in US | Explained
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Why Pakistan wants to normalise relations with India after Trump returns to power in US | Explained

India TV News  

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said that Islamabad wants to resolve all issues, including Kashmir, with India through talks. It is interesting to note that Pakistan's overture for peace is largely attributable to the changing geopolitics with Donald Trump assuming the presidency in the United States. Donald Trump is known for taking a hard line against Pakistan, as is …

Why Pakistan is still fixated on India while it can learn from its policies and progress
2 months ago

Why Pakistan is still fixated on India while it can learn from its policies and progress

Firstpost  

Pakistan’s focus on India has held it back, even as Bangladesh, a young nation that emerged from its own territory, is relatively more stable compared to Islamabad Pakistan will have to forgo its obsession with India to make kits mark as a prosperous nation. India’s ascending role in US policy Even failing to be at par with Bangladesh, Pakistan can …

Pakistan and its US-vs-China dilemma: Goat caught between dragon and eagle
2 months ago

Pakistan and its US-vs-China dilemma: Goat caught between dragon and eagle

Firstpost  

With Trump’s return to power and China’s growing influence, Pakistan faces the daunting challenge of redefining its foreign policy amid rising global uncertainties The calculation in Pakistan is going to change significantly with Donald Trump’s return to power, bringing uncertainty to Islamabad’s foreign policy. Trump’s “America First” policy, which focussed on US interests over multilateral engagement, could complicate Pakistan’s foreign …

A shocker for Pakistan? Here’s how India-Afghan Taliban reshape ties with first high-level talks | Explained
2 months, 2 weeks ago

A shocker for Pakistan? Here’s how India-Afghan Taliban reshape ties with first high-level talks | Explained

India TV News  

The geopolitical equations in South Asia seem to be realigning in a way that India appears to benefit more than archrivals Pakistan. India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri's recent meeting with Afghan Taliban's acting Foreign Minister Mawlawi Amir Khan Muttaqi in Dubai has long-term ramifications. It was the first high-level meeting between both countries and a significant one, particularly when it …

With Trump looming, Pakistan braces for foreign policy challenges in 2025
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

With Trump looming, Pakistan braces for foreign policy challenges in 2025

Al Jazeera  

Analysts predict a tough year, as Islamabad prepares for more US belligerence towards China, the closest Pakistan ally. “Pakistan must skillfully navigate mounting pressure from Beijing for a ‘Joint Security Mechanism’, essentially putting Chinese security personnel on Pakistani territory which, in turn, would make them the target of militants complicating existing security measures,” Faisal told Al Jazeera. Hassan Abbas, professor …

Pakistani missile to hit US? Here’s what Islamabad has to say to the claim
3 months, 1 week ago

Pakistani missile to hit US? Here’s what Islamabad has to say to the claim

Live Mint  

Pakistan has responded strongly to claims made by a US official regarding its missile capabilities, calling the remarks "unfortunate" and warning that such "unfounded" claims would harm bilateral relations. Earlier this week, US Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer raised concerns over Pakistan’s development of long-range ballistic missiles, suggesting that these missiles could potentially strike targets beyond South Asia, including …

India on Pak missile programme: We monitor developments that affect our security
3 months, 1 week ago

India on Pak missile programme: We monitor developments that affect our security

India Today  

India on Friday said it "follows all developments" that have a bearing on its security "very closely" and New Delhi "takes action, as appropriate". MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said this when asked about India's stance on Pakistan's ballistic-missile programme. Two days ago, the US slapped sanctions on four Pakistani entities, including state-owned flagship aerospace and defence agency -- National Development …

Donald Trump 2.0 cabinet picks are making Pakistan nervous. Here's why
4 months, 1 week ago

Donald Trump 2.0 cabinet picks are making Pakistan nervous. Here's why

Hindustan Times  

As President-elect Donald Trump gears up for his administration's inauguration on January 20, his cabinet picks for the upcoming administration are making the Pakistan government nervous about the evolving US foreign policy, a Pakistani media report suggested. Trump's top choices for the office of Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, National Security Adviser and CIA Director -- all have been …

Trump's 3 Cabinet picks send shockwaves in Pakistan; Here's how his nominees called out terrorism & stood by India
4 months, 1 week ago

Trump's 3 Cabinet picks send shockwaves in Pakistan; Here's how his nominees called out terrorism & stood by India

Hindustan Times  

While President-elect Donald Trump and his transition team are focusing on building a strong united team for his incoming cabinet, his choices for several key posts has sent shockwaves in many parts of the world, including Pakistan. The Express Tribune, a Pakistani English daily, stressed that Pakistan may not be in the priority list of the US foreign policy, but …

How return of Donald Trump as POTUS is bad news for Pakistan
4 months, 2 weeks ago

How return of Donald Trump as POTUS is bad news for Pakistan

Firstpost  

In Trump’s new strategic geopolitical balance sheet, India is a valuable asset, while Pakistan is a manageable liability The return of Donald Trump as the US president is a bad news for Pakistan, as American strategy shifts uncomfortably and unpredictably fast. In Trump’s new strategic geopolitical balance sheet, India is a valuable asset, while Pakistan is a manageable liability. As …

Trump 2.0: Will China and Imran Khan test Pakistan ties with the US?
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Trump 2.0: Will China and Imran Khan test Pakistan ties with the US?

Al Jazeera  

The former PM’s team hopes that Trump will lean on Pakistan to release him from jail. Islamabad, Pakistan – Amid a flurry of congratulatory messages from political leaders worldwide following his victory in the US presidential election, Donald Trump received a message from an unexpected source: Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan, his “very good friend” who is currently in …

A Path to Normalization: Can India and Pakistan Find a Modus Vivendi?
5 months ago

A Path to Normalization: Can India and Pakistan Find a Modus Vivendi?

Hindustan Times  

The article discusses the possibility of normalising the India-Pakistan relationship, despite the ongoing hostility and deep-rooted mistrust between the two countries. While the resumption of diplomatic relations and people-to-people contacts is seen as a positive step, it is cautioned that any signs of normalcy threaten Pakistan's very raison d'etre. The article highlights the deep-seated security concerns that both countries have, …

India, US Discuss Indo-Pacific, Ukraine, Gaza In Intersessional Dialogue
6 months, 1 week ago

India, US Discuss Indo-Pacific, Ukraine, Gaza In Intersessional Dialogue

ABP News  

Indian and American officials held the US-India 2+2 Intersessional Dialogue on Monday during which they discussed matters related to the Indo-Pacific region, Ukraine and Gaza, the State Department said here. The US delegation was co-chaired by Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of South and Central Asia Donald Lu and Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security …

U.S.-India relationship has bright path ahead: top American diplomat
6 months, 1 week ago

U.S.-India relationship has bright path ahead: top American diplomat

The Hindu  

The US-India relationship has entered an era of convergence with solid foundations and bright path ahead, a top Biden administration official has said. “I think it is safe to say we have entered an era of convergence in US-India ties, especially in the past three and a half years," Mr. Verma said in his address on Monday at an event …

India-Pakistan relations: US says, ‘We will continue to…’
8 months, 3 weeks ago

India-Pakistan relations: US says, ‘We will continue to…’

Live Mint  

The United States has reiterated its stand on terrorism, saying that it hopes any country on the planet condemns terrorism anywhere. Responding to a question about US relations with India and Pakistan, Vedant Patel, Principal Deputy Spokesperson for the US Department of State said: “We would hope that any country on the face of the planet condemns terrorism anywhere.” Vedant …

US to support direct discussions between India and Pakistan: State Dept spokesperson Mathew Miller
9 months, 1 week ago

US to support direct discussions between India and Pakistan: State Dept spokesperson Mathew Miller

Live Mint  

US State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller on Thursday said the United States will support direct discussions between India and Pakistan while emphasising that the pace, scope, and character of the talks should be determined by the two countries themselves. Miller’s comments came after Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s congratulatory message to Narendra Modi on securing a third term as the …

U.S.-India ties based on common vision and values: U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin
9 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S.-India ties based on common vision and values: U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin

The Hindu  

Defence Secretary Lloyd J. Austin on June 1 said the U.S.-India ties are based on a common vision and common values and the momentum in the relationship is not only going to continue but will pick up speed. “So, I believe the momentum that we see is not only going to continue but, at a point, it will pick up …

Pakistan does not adhere to 'no first use' of nuclear weapons policy: ex-Army official
9 months, 4 weeks ago

Pakistan does not adhere to 'no first use' of nuclear weapons policy: ex-Army official

The Hindu  

Pakistan does not follow the "no first use" policy on nuclear weapons and the country's deterrence capabilities can respond to all threats from the enemy, a former senior military officer has said, as he clarified Islamabad's stance on the use of atomic weapons. The Dawn newspaper reported that Mr. Kidwai, who has served as the director general of the Strategic …

Pakistan sustained its nuclear programme despite economic turmoil: top U.S. intelligence official tells Congress
11 months, 1 week ago

Pakistan sustained its nuclear programme despite economic turmoil: top U.S. intelligence official tells Congress

The Hindu  

Pakistan sustained its nuclear modernisation efforts last year despite its economic turmoil as its contentious relationship with India continues to drive its defence policy, the top U.S. intelligence official told Congress. Lt. Gen. Kruse told lawmakers that Pakistan has sought international support, including from the United Nations Security Council, to resolve its dispute with India about Kashmir. “Pakistan has sustained …

Pakistan's defence minister says relations with India can improve after Lok Sabha elections
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Pakistan's defence minister says relations with India can improve after Lok Sabha elections

India TV News  

Islamabad: Pakistan's Defence Minister Khawaja Asif on Sunday exuded hope that thorny relations with India can be improved after the upcoming Lok Sabha elections are held in the neighbouring country. His remarks came after External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said Pakistan is sponsoring terrorism at nearly an "industrial level" and India "will not skirt this problem anymore". However, Pakistan's Foreign …

Joe Biden Writes To Shehbaz Sharif, Says US-Pak Ties ‘Critical’ For Global Security
11 months, 4 weeks ago

Joe Biden Writes To Shehbaz Sharif, Says US-Pak Ties ‘Critical’ For Global Security

News 18  

US President Joe Biden in his first letter to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday said the “enduring partnership” between the United States and Pakistan remains ‘critical’ to ensure the ‘security of our people — and people around the world’, Pakistani news media outlets said. “The enduring partnership between our nations remains critical to ensuring the security of our people …

India-US partnership: Deeper but challenges of mutual expectations remain
1 year ago

India-US partnership: Deeper but challenges of mutual expectations remain

Times of India  

S D Pradhan has served as chairman of India's Joint Intelligence Committee. Pakistan is using financial aid from the US and others for its terrorist activities, which directly impacts India’s security. Fifth, while both countries have different views on the Ukraine-Russia conflict and West Asia, India does not like to be pressured to toe the US policy. As the US …

‘Inflection point’: US hearing on Pakistan shines light on complex ties
1 year ago

‘Inflection point’: US hearing on Pakistan shines light on complex ties

Al Jazeera  

Many Congress members have asked Joe Biden to not recognise Pakistan’s new government, after controversial elections, but analysts say an upcoming congressional hearing will not affect ties. Islamabad, Pakistan – The US Congress will hold a hearing next week on the “future of democracy” in Pakistan and the state of relations between the two countries, weeks after a controversial election …

Syed Ata Hasnain | What India should Expect from Shehbaz Sharif Government
1 year ago

Syed Ata Hasnain | What India should Expect from Shehbaz Sharif Government

Deccan Chronicle  

With the PDM 2.0 government now embedded in Pakistan and Imran Khan’s vitriolic outbursts against India behind us, can we now expect any improvements in India-Pakistan relations? Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, young and ambitious, may view himself as the messiah who would revenge India for the ignominy that his grandfather faced with the defeat in former East Pakistan and in Shimla …

US Says It Will Welcome ‘Productive, Peaceful’ Talks Between India, Pakistan
1 year ago

US Says It Will Welcome ‘Productive, Peaceful’ Talks Between India, Pakistan

News 18  

The US said it will welcome “productive and peaceful talks” between India and Pakistan but highlighted that both nations will determine the “pace, scope, and character of” the talks. “The United States values its relationship with both India and Pakistan, and we want to see them have a productive and peaceful relationship,” US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said. “We …

US wants India and Pakistan to have ’productive & peaceful relationship’
1 year ago

US wants India and Pakistan to have ’productive & peaceful relationship’

Live Mint  

Washington, Mar 7 The US has said it wants India and Pakistan to have a "productive and peaceful relationship" but made it clear that the pace, scope, and character of any dialogue was a matter for the two neighbours to determine. State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller said this on Wednesday while responding to a question on Prime Minister Narendra Modi …

India, US hold 2+2 ministerial dialogue
1 year, 4 months ago

India, US hold 2+2 ministerial dialogue

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India and the US on Friday held extensive deliberations to further expand their global strategic partnership through greater defence industrial ties, enhancing engagement in the Indo-Pacific and boosting cooperation in key areas such as critical minerals and high-technology. "Our dialogue today will be an opportunity to advance the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Joe …

US and India reaffirm security ties as their top diplomats and defense officials hold talks
1 year, 4 months ago

US and India reaffirm security ties as their top diplomats and defense officials hold talks

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — India and the U.S. underlined their commitment to boosting security ties Friday as their top diplomats and defense chiefs met to discuss regional security, China and the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. Blinken said the U.S. and India were continuing to “deepen our collaboration on everything from emerging technologies to defense to people-to-people ties” and align diplomacy …

Top US and Indian diplomats and defense chiefs discuss Indo-Pacific issues and Israel-Hamas war
1 year, 4 months ago

Top US and Indian diplomats and defense chiefs discuss Indo-Pacific issues and Israel-Hamas war

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The diplomats and defense chiefs …

India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue: A look at all that will be on table
1 year, 4 months ago

India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue: A look at all that will be on table

Firstpost  

The delegation will meet with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and other senior Indian officials to discuss bilateral and global concerns and developments in the Indo-Pacific US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin will travel to India for the 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue with their Indian counterparts External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and …

US backs direct talks between Pakistan and India after Sharif’s statement
1 year, 7 months ago

US backs direct talks between Pakistan and India after Sharif’s statement

Al Jazeera  

US Department of State says Washington has always maintained the two neighbours should engage in dialogue. Islamabad, Pakistan – A day after Pakistan’s leader proposed “conditional” talks with archenemy India, the United States said it supports direct talks between the nuclear-armed South Asian neighbours. When asked to respond to Sharif’s statement, US Department of State spokesperson Matthew Miller on Wednesday …

Pakistan is ready to talk to India on issues, Shehbaz Sharif says: ‘War not an option’
1 year, 7 months ago

Pakistan is ready to talk to India on issues, Shehbaz Sharif says: ‘War not an option’

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Pakistan’s prime minister Shehbaz Sharif …

Pakistan ready for talks if India willing to address serious issues: Shehbaz Sharif
1 year, 7 months ago

Pakistan ready for talks if India willing to address serious issues: Shehbaz Sharif

The Hindu  

Pakistan is ready to talk to India on bilateral problems if India is willing to address “serious matters”, said Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on August 1. Inaugurating the Pakistan Minerals Summit in Islamabad, Mr. Sharif said that the two countries can no longer settle disputes through war. This is the second offer of dialogue Mr. Sharif has made in …

Pakistan slams Rajnath Singh's LoC remarks, says 'belligerent rhetoric' threat to regional peace
1 year, 8 months ago

Pakistan slams Rajnath Singh's LoC remarks, says 'belligerent rhetoric' threat to regional peace

Firstpost  

A day after Rajnath Singh said that India is ready to cross the Line of Control to maintain its honour and dignity, Pakistan on Thursday criticised Defence Minister’s remarks saying the “belligerent rhetoric” is a threat to regional peace and stability A day after Rajnath Singh said that India is ready to cross the Line of Control to maintain its …

‘Will raise issue regularly with Pakistan, asked Pak to increase effort to disband terror groups’: What US said about joint statement of PM Modi and Pres Biden
1 year, 9 months ago

‘Will raise issue regularly with Pakistan, asked Pak to increase effort to disband terror groups’: What US said about joint statement of PM Modi and Pres Biden

Op India  

United States said it has been consistently calling on Pakistan to increase efforts to permanently disband all terrorist groups like the LeT, JuD and their various front organisations and stated that Washington remains committed to working with Islamabad to address the shared threat posed by terrorist groups throughout the region. “We remain committed to working with Pakistan to address the …

Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin
1 year, 9 months ago

Rajnath Singh holds bilateral talks with US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Defence minister Rajnath Singh and US defence secretary Gen. Lloyd Austin on Monday discussed the transfer of technology by America’s General Electric to domestically manufacture engines for fighter aircraft, as well as Chinese aggression in the region and concerns over the transfer of Western technology to Pakistan which can be misused. The General Electric collaboration with state-owned Hindustan …

The US primarily looks after its own interests: Can Washington be a good ally?
1 year, 10 months ago

The US primarily looks after its own interests: Can Washington be a good ally?

Firstpost  

A question has been going around in the strategic circles in the recent weeks: Should India enter into a military alliance with the US and will Washington be a good ally? Quoting several experts, The Scroll.in noted: “India may eventually help the United States militarily in a security contingency involving China, in some form, to protect its own interests.” The …

Syed Ata Hasnain | Strategic stock-taking will mark SCO FMs' Goa meet
1 year, 10 months ago

Syed Ata Hasnain | Strategic stock-taking will mark SCO FMs' Goa meet

Deccan Chronicle  

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation is an inter-governmental organisation established in 2001. This year India is the SCO’s chair; by virtue of that a series of meetings under various domains have been organised, the last being the defence ministers’ meeting in New Delhi on April 27-28. In the last SCO summit in Tashkent, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mature advice to President …

United States supports constructive dialogue between India, Pakistan
2 years ago

United States supports constructive dialogue between India, Pakistan

India TV News  

United States news: The United States on Thursday reiterated that it supports constructive dialogue between India and Pakistan to resolve long-standing disputes. Pakistan on SCO meeting: Pakistan on Thursday decided to skip the meeting of Chief Justices of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation scheduled in New Delhi from March 10-12, reported The Express Tribune." As one of the active members of …

India-Pak Tensions Raise Risk of Conflict, Delhi Under Modi Likely to Respond with Force: US Intel
2 years ago

India-Pak Tensions Raise Risk of Conflict, Delhi Under Modi Likely to Respond with Force: US Intel

News 18  

A US intelligence report said on Wednesday that it apprehends increased tension between India and Pakistan and India and China with the possibility of a conflict between them. It also said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is more likely than in the past to respond with military force to Pakistani provocations. New Delhi and Islamabad …

Under PM Modi, India more likely to use military force on Pak provocation: US report
2 years ago

Under PM Modi, India more likely to use military force on Pak provocation: US report

India Today  

India is more likely to respond with military force to perceived or real Pakistani provocation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to a US intelligence report. The Annual Threat Assessment of the US Intelligence Community report states that Pakistan has a long history of supporting anti-India militant groups, adding that under the leadership of PM Modi, India …

Pakistan Tries to Win Back the US, With Little Success
2 years ago

Pakistan Tries to Win Back the US, With Little Success

The Diplomat  

Pakistan and the United States completed high-level security talks in Washington in February. Michael Kugelman, director of the South Asia Institute at the Wilson Center in Washington, said that in the ongoing security dialogue, Pakistan likely “wants to know how far the U.S. is willing to go with a security partnership.” “With the U.S. out of Afghanistan, its need for …

US Looking Forward To Continue To Develop, Foster Relationship With Indian Military: Pentagon
2 years, 1 month ago

US Looking Forward To Continue To Develop, Foster Relationship With Indian Military: Pentagon

ABP News  

New Delhi: The United States of America is looking forward to continuing to develop and build relationship with the Indian military, said Pentagon Press Secretary, as quoted by ANI. Admitting that India and the US enjoy a good partnership, Pentagon Press Secretary, US Brigadier General Pat Ryder said on Friday, "US and India enjoy a good partnership. "Alongside our international …

Pakistan’s defence and spy chiefs discuss security with Taliban
2 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan’s defence and spy chiefs discuss security with Taliban

Al Jazeera  

High-level delegation visits Afghanistan’s capital, days after closure of major border crossing between two countries. Islamabad, Pakistan – A senior Pakistani delegation has visited Afghanistan’s capital for talks with Taliban officials, days after the closure of their busiest border crossing raised tensions between the two countries. Pakistani Defence Minister Khwaja Asif was joined on Wednesday by other top officials – …

Pakistan, U.S. to hold defence talks in Washington
2 years, 1 month ago

Pakistan, U.S. to hold defence talks in Washington

The Hindu  

Pakistan and the U.S. are set to hold defence talks in Washington on February 13 to enhance coordination on strategic issues and explore various options for ramping up bilateral military and security ties, the foreign office in Islamabad has announced. Counterterrorism dialogue next month The newspaper also reported that U.S. State Department Counsellor Derek Chollet in an interview with the …

Pentagon asserts US wants to be India's 'premier partner' in its remarkable growth story | DETAILS
2 years, 1 month ago

Pentagon asserts US wants to be India's 'premier partner' in its remarkable growth story | DETAILS

India TV News  

India-US relations: The Pentagon stated that the United States wants to be India's "premier partner" in its remarkable growth story as well as its "first choice" security partner. Brig Gen Patrick Ryder, the Pentagon's press secretary, made these comments on Wednesday in response to a query regarding the recently announced India-US initiative on vital emerging technologies, which includes a sizable …

Not familiar with it, familiar with shared values with India: US on BBC documentary
2 years, 2 months ago

Not familiar with it, familiar with shared values with India: US on BBC documentary

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: "I'm not familiar with the documentary you're referring to, however, I am very familiar with the shared values that enact the United States and India as two thriving and vibrant democracies," US State Department spokesperson Ned Price said on Monday, responding to a media query on a BBC documentary on Prime Minister Narendra Modi which has sparked controversy since …

India says no ‘conducive atmosphere’ for talks with Pakistan
2 years, 2 months ago

India says no ‘conducive atmosphere’ for talks with Pakistan

Al Jazeera  

Earlier this week, Pakistan’s PM called for talks with India to discuss ‘burning issues such as Kashmir’. Earlier this week, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for talks with India to discuss “burning issues such as Kashmir”, the Himalayan territory claimed in full by the two nuclear powers, who have ruled over parts of it since 1947. “My message to …

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