India and New Zealand have resumed free trade negotiations after a ten-year pause, marking a significant diplomatic development during New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's five-day visit to Delhi. After bilateral discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the two nations announced that formal negotiations will begin next month. Prime...
Tulsi Gabbard’s Visit to India Strengthens U.S.-India Intelligence Cooperation
U.S. Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard arrived in India as part of her, signaling a deepening of intelligence partnerships between the two nations. During her visit, Gabbard will participate in a high-level conference chaired by Indian National Security advisor Ajit Doval. The meeting will focus on enhancing intelligence-sharing mechanisms...
India Rises as Asia’s Third Superpower
The latest Asia Power Report from Australia's Lowy Institute reveals significant shifts in the power dynamics of Asia, with India emerging as a key player. The report, which assesses national power based on economic relationships, military capabilities, cultural influence, and political resilience, shows India overtaking Japan to become the third...
President Biden to Host Leaders of India, Japan, Australia
President Joe Biden is set to host a summit of the Quad leaders - comprising the United States, Australia, India, and Japan - in his hometown of Wilmington, Delaware. This marks the first time Biden has hosted foreign leaders in Delaware during his presidency, reflecting both his increased time spent...
India, Australia’s Griffith Institute, Collaborate on Intranasal Covid Vaccine
Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL), a subsidiary of the state-owned National Dairy Development Board based in Hyderabad, India, announced the launch of a live-attenuated needle-free intra-nasal booster vaccine developed against SARS-CoV-2. According to the company, the vaccine has been developed using codon deoptimization technology in collaboration with Griffith University, Australia.The vaccine's...
Quad Diplomats Discuss Asia-Pacific Challenges
Top diplomats from Japan, the U.S., Australia, and India -- known as the Quad-- recently met in Tokyo. The meeting focused on addressing growing tensions in the Asia-Pacific region, particularly in maritime areas. Key points from the meeting include: 1. The diplomats expressed concern about tensions in regional seas...