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Diplomacy

Defence deal with US could result in Bangladesh surrendering intelligence sovereignty: Report

IANS | March 21, 2026 9:11 PM

Dhaka, March 21 (IANS) The newly-elected Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) government's 'Bangladesh First' policy — if more than just a slogan - must guide all future negotiations on General Security of Military Information Agreement (GSOMIA) and Acquisition and Cross-Servicing Agreement (ACSA)-related agreements with the United States. President Donald Trump’s letter to Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman last month indicates that the negotiations stalled during the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government are likely to resume once the West Asia crisis ends, a report said on Saturday.

India emerges critically important for Bangladesh amid supply disruptions: Report

IANS | March 21, 2026 8:38 PM

New Delhi/Dhaka, March 21 (IANS) While Bangladesh and India have engaged in extensive discussions on trade and connectivity extensively at the bilateral level, the emergency supply security – with clearly defined, structured, and contractually binding terms – is yet to be formalised despite its clear significance, a report said on Saturday.

World leaders express readiness to make 'appropriate efforts' to open Strait of Hormuz

IANS | March 21, 2026 7:54 PM

Abu Dhabi, March 21 (IANS) The effects of Iran's actions will be felt by people in all parts of the world, especially the most vulnerable, several world leaders stated on Saturday while strongly condemning Tehran's attacks on unarmed commercial vessels in the Gulf and civilian infrastructure, including oil and gas installations in the region.

Putting national interests first, India pursues balanced approach during West Asia conflict

IANS | March 21, 2026 5:25 PM

Jakarta, March 21 (IANS) India's commitment to a balanced strategy amid the ongoing conflict in West Asia is clearly reflected in the fact that its leadership has engaged with all regional actors since February 28 without favour or bias. For decades, India had adopted a calibrated strategy for navigating geopolitical crisis while safeguarding its diverse interests in an evolving global landscape, a recent report mentioned.

India’s proactive diplomacy fosters Taiwan engagement and Indo-Pacific stability

IANS | March 21, 2026 2:40 PM

Taipei, March 21 (IANS) The establishment of another Taipei Economic and Cultural Centre in Mumbai and the participation of Taiwanese think tanks at the recent Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi underscore India's intent to deepen engagement with Taiwan. India should also explore collaborating with Southeast Asian countries in elevating Taiwan’s role in addressing regional economic, governance and security matters, a report has suggested.

Shared beliefs, interests deepening ties among nations across Indo-Pacific and Mediterranean-Atlantic theatres

IANS | March 20, 2026 9:07 PM

Washington, March 20 (IANS) The national interests of the United States, India, Israel, Italy, and Japan form a critical allied bridge across the Indo-Pacific and Mediterranean-Atlantic theatres, underscoring the importance of these regions to all five nations. This alignment should be consolidated into a resilient, resolute fabric advancing the shared beliefs and interests of these countries, a report mentioned.

US-NATO rift widens as Trump calls allies ‘cowards’

IANS | March 20, 2026 8:42 PM

New York, March 20 (IANS) The rift between US President Donald Trump and NATO deepened on Friday as he called members of the pact “cowards” and warned that he would “remember” their refusal to help open the Strait of Hormuz.

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