Washington, June 5 (IANS) A congressional hearing on Thursday sharply focused on China's role in the global fentanyl supply chain, with Republican lawmakers accusing Beijing of failing to curb the flow of precursor chemicals that fuel America's deadly opioid crisis, while witnesses called for stronger enforcement, sanctions and international cooperation.
Washington, June 5 (IANS) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and senior Republican lawmakers on Thursday highlighted what they described as growing success in reducing US economic dependence on China, citing a shrinking trade deficit, expanding domestic manufacturing and new efforts to protect American industries from Chinese competition.
Washington, June 5 (IANS) A heated debate over the Trump administration's war in Iran dominated proceedings on Thursday as the US House Armed Services Committee considered the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), exposing deep divisions over the conflict's cost, strategy and impact on America's global priorities.
New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) Assessments and investigations conducted by Tehran's military experts indicate that no Iranian missiles were launched toward Kuwait airport, Mohammad Fathali, Ambassador of Iran to India, told IANS in an exclusive interview on Friday.
Washington, June 5 (IANS) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday defended the Trump administration's handling of the economy amid mounting criticism over rising fuel and consumer prices, telling lawmakers that inflationary pressures linked to the conflict involving Iran were temporary and would ease once the situation stabilised.
Washington, June 5 (IANS) US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Thursday vigorously defended President Donald Trump's economic agenda during a contentious House Ways and Means Committee hearing, rejecting Democratic criticism over inflation, tariffs and the administration's handling of the economy.
Hanoi, June 5 (IANS) In yet another significant step towards reinforcing civilisational ties between India and Vietnam, a new Buddhist centre was opened in the Vietnamese capital, Hanoi.
Washington, June 5 (IANS) US President Donald Trump has said the United States and India are moving towards a trade agreement, while describing Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a “good friend” and signalling confidence that the two countries will reach a deal.
New Delhi, June 5 (IANS) India and Zimbabwe agreed to enhance bilateral defence ties by expanding existing cooperation in areas such as training, support and maintenance of common air assets, the Ministry of Defence said.
Moscow, June 5 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that putting pressure on Prime Minister Narendra Modi is "detrimental to international relations and bilateral ties".
