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PM Narendra Modi to embark on three-day Thailand visit for ASEAN-related summits from November 2

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will on Saturday embark on a three-day visit to Thailand to participate in the ASEAN, East Asia, and RCEP summits. The Prime Minister`s engagements on the first day include his address to the Indian community living in the country and the release of a commemorative coin marking the 550th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev, as well as the release of a Thai translation of Tamil classic Tirukkural, according to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

Nov 02, 2019, 06:26 AM IST

Top Union Ministers discuss RCEP ahead of key Bangkok meet

The RCEP agreement is being negotiated among the 10 ASEAN members (Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam) and their six trade partners -- Australia, China, India, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand.

Oct 05, 2019, 15:28 PM IST

India announces 1,000 scholarships at IITs for students of ASEAN countries

With 1,000 PhD scholarships for ASEAN students in India's Indian Institutes of Technology or IITs, New Delhi on Monday formally announced it its largest capacity development initiative for ASEAN countries. The total budget outlay of the scholarship programme is Rs 300 crore and the first batch of ASEAN students will be admitted in January 2020.

Sep 16, 2019, 21:51 PM IST

Several small explosions in Bangkok, reports local media

Several small explosions were heard in Bangkok in at least three locations on Friday and two street cleaners suffered minor injuries, Thai media reported.

Aug 02, 2019, 09:22 AM IST

China led AIIB could overtake ADB as major financier of infra projects:Experts

With China continuing its financial assertiveness across the globe through its various infrastructure projects like the One Belt One Road (OBOR) strategic initiative, the AIIB funding is the logical next step for them, the experts opined.

Jun 13, 2019, 18:06 PM IST

Vietnam relishes role as peace maker as it seeks to balance ties

Vietnam was at war almost continuously for some 45 years, from the end of World War Two through to the early 1990s, battling France, the United States, China and Cambodia`s Khmer Rouge.

Feb 25, 2019, 09:55 AM IST

Home Minister Rajnath Singh urges ASEAN nations to support India's fight against terrorism

Home Minister Rajnath Singh urges ASEAN nations to support India's fight against terrorism. Watch this video to know more.

Feb 23, 2019, 09:00 AM IST

PM Modi to visit Singapore, attend ASEAN and East Asia Summit on November 14-15

PM Modi is also expected to meet US Vice President Mike Pence on the sidelines of the summits in Singapore on November 14.

Nov 13, 2018, 20:48 PM IST

India, US, Japan, Australia reiterate call for free, prosperous Indo-Pacific

India, US, Japan and Australia met in Singapore on Thursday and reiterated their call for a free and prosperous Indo-Pacific.

Jun 07, 2018, 23:50 PM IST

Asia will grow when India and China work together with trust: PM Modi in Singapore

Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singaore, PM Modi highlighted how close cooperation with China and with ASEAN countries is top priority for India.

Jun 01, 2018, 18:26 PM IST

China activity on reclaimed reef has eroded trust: ASEAN

China`s continued reclamation in the South China Sea has eroded trust among claimants, Southeast Asian foreign ministers said Tuesday.

Feb 06, 2018, 15:35 PM IST

Guwahati to be the hub for Centre's UDAN project: Official

The Lokopriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati will be the centre for project UDAN in the Northeast region and ASEAN, Airports Authority of India (AAI) Regional Executive Director Dharmendra Kumar Karma said today.

Feb 04, 2018, 21:24 PM IST

Assam keen to start flights to ASEAN countries, says CM Sonowal

He also urged ASEAN countries to set up consulates in Guwahati, besides boosting economic ties.

Feb 04, 2018, 21:09 PM IST

News at a glance: January 27, 2018

Here is what is making headlines today

Jan 27, 2018, 10:09 AM IST

With China in mind, ASEAN leaders call for active Indian role in Indo-Pacific

Leaders of all 10 ASEAN member countries were here to participate at a summit meeting to mark 25 years of India- ASEAN ties and to attend India's Republic Day celebrations.

Jan 27, 2018, 06:14 AM IST

India showcases diversity, military might at Republic Day parade

India for the first time after becoming a republic invited 10 guests of honour — heads of state from the 10 ASEAN countries.

Jan 26, 2018, 15:35 PM IST

Republic Day 2018: All the unique highlights from the parade that you need to know

Republic Day 2018 celebrations will see several 'firsts' at the Rajpath parade including 10 chief guests for the event.

Jan 26, 2018, 07:50 AM IST

Republic Day highlights: India showcases military might, cultural richness in grand parade

India is hosting 10 heads of Asean countries as chief guests at its 69th Republic Day celebrations.

Jan 26, 2018, 06:44 AM IST

ASEAN-India Commemorative Summit - Delhi Declaration: Full Text

India and ASEAN on Thursday called for a "full and effective" implementation of the understanding between the parties involved in the South China Sea dispute.

Jan 26, 2018, 00:38 AM IST

India, ASEAN to deepen cooperation in combating terrorism in all its forms

India and ASEAN countries on Thursday decided to deepen cooperation in combating terrorism through information sharing and capacity building.

Jan 26, 2018, 00:28 AM IST