25 C Odisha / The Economic Times
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Guyanese President Mohamed Irfaan Ali have pledged to strengthen cooperation in defense, trade, energy, pharmaceuticals, and agriculture. The two leaders signed five agreements to facilitate collaboration in these sectors, with a particular focus on energy security and pharmaceutical exports. This visit marks the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Guyana in 56 years.
The Biden administration has authorized Ukraine to use U.S.-supplied antipersonnel landmines to counter Russia's battlefield advances. This decision, along with allowing Ukraine to strike targets within Russia using longer-range missiles, marks a significant shift in U.S. policy. The move comes as Russia intensifies its offensive in eastern Ukraine and threatens further escalation, including potential nuclear responses.
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with his Chinese counterpart in Laos. The meeting followed the recent disengagement of troops at two disputed border points. Both sides agreed to resume patrols after years of halted activity. The meeting took place during a security summit hosted by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.