Trump May Visit India in 2024 as Modi Seeks Stronger Ties

FGN42: US-TRUMP-LD INDIA US President Trump has stated he may visit India next year. Speaking in New York/Washington, he emphasized that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi desires for him to visit, describing Modi as a "great man" and a friend.

FGN30: US-LUTNICK-INDIA In Washington, US President Donald Trump was defended by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, who referenced Trump’s use of tariffs as a diplomatic mechanism to "buy justice." Lutnick mentioned Trump had encouraged India to cease purchasing oil from Russia to assist in ending the Ukraine conflict.

FGN37: US-INDIA-ENVOY In Washington, a dialogue focusing on "common interests" and the strengthening of bilateral relations was held between India's Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, and senior US diplomat Paul Kapur. This marked their second meeting in a week.

FGN50: BIZ-LD-INDIA-NEW ZEALAND TRADE In Rotorua, India and New Zealand concluded the fourth round of discussions regarding a proposed free trade agreement, committing to working towards a quick resolution.

FGN52: CHINA-2NDLD AIRCRAFT CARRIER In Beijing, China has unveiled its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, noted as the most advanced warship outfitted with electromagnetic catapults. The commissioning ceremony, attended by Chinese President Xi Jinping, was conducted under secrecy.

FGN31: PAK-AFGHAN-TALKS In Islamabad, as Pakistan and Afghanistan officials renewed discussions in Turkiye to address cross-border militancy, their forces were reported to have exchanged gunfire, challenging the delicate peace between them.

FGN49: UK-MINISTER-APOLOGY In London, British Indian minister Lisa Nandy, UK’s Secretary of State for Culture, Media, and Sport, issued an apology to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Nandy was found to have "unknowingly" breached public appointment rules in appointing England's new football watchdog.

FGN51: MALDIVES-MILITARY AIRCRAFT In Male, Maldives announced plans to acquire a military aircraft next year. This announcement was made by President Mohamed Muizzu during the inauguration of the national defense force’s first dedicated air station.

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