The first shipment of maize from Krishnapatnam Port in Andhra Pradesh to Vietnam was officially flagged off this week, marking a significant milestone for agricultural exports from the region. The export initiative is expected to provide better market access and improved prices for maize farmers in the Nellore district and nearby areas. District Collector Himanshu Shukla and Adani Krishnapatnam Port CEO Jagdish Patel jointly inaugurated the export operation. The vessel, MV Parvaraj, departed carrying more than 53,000 metric tonnes of maize bound for Vietnamese markets. Officials stated tha
Piyush Goyal held discussions with Dutch officials to strengthen economic and trade relations between India and the Netherlands, with both sides focusing on investment, skilled workforce mobility, and deeper strategic cooperation. The talks were held with Dutch Minister Sjoerd Sjoerdsma as the two countries explored ways to further expand bilateral trade and business partnerships. The Netherlands remains one of India’s key trading partners in Europe and serves as an important gateway for Indian exports to the European Union. Officials also discussed the possibility of convening the Joint
Malaysia has recorded strong growth in its medical tourism sector as foreign patient arrivals and healthcare revenues continue to surge, particularly in regions such as Penang. Industry reports show that the country attracted nearly 1.84 million international patients in 2025, generating over RM3.3 billion in revenue and strengthening Malaysia’s position as a leading healthcare destination in Asia. Officials attribute the increase to Malaysia’s affordable treatment costs, advanced private healthcare infrastructure, shorter waiting times, and improved international connectivity. Penang,
Indonesia is in talks with Malaysia for a major rice export agreement involving 200,000 metric tonnes of rice, a deal estimated to be worth nearly Rp 2 trillion, or about $115 million. The proposed agreement highlights Indonesia’s improving food security position after the country significantly boosted domestic rice reserves in recent months. According to reports, Indonesia’s State Logistics Agency, Bulog, currently holds more than five million tons of rice reserves, marking one of the highest stockpile levels in the country’s history. The export discussions with Malaysia come as Ind
India and Vietnam have set an ambitious target of achieving bilateral trade worth $25 billion by 2030, Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced after talks with Vietnamese President To Lam in New Delhi. The announcement came during To Lam’s first official visit to India, where both countries agreed to elevate their relationship to an “Enhanced Comprehensive Strategic Partnership". The two nations also discussed expanding cooperation in critical minerals, rare earths, energy security, and supply chain resilience. Modi emphasised that the partnership would strengthen economic security for
India’s steel exports have recorded a significant surge of 29.1%, reflecting the country’s growing self-reliance and strengthening position in the global market. The increase is attributed to enhanced domestic production capacity, policy support, and a focus on the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative, which emphasizes reducing dependence on imports while boosting exports. Industry experts note that improved infrastructure, modernization of steel plants, and increased efficiency have played a key role in this growth. India’s ability to produce high-quality steel at competitive prices
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Shri Piyush Goyal held discussions with Japanese leaders to strengthen economic ties between India and Japan. The meetings focused on enhancing bilateral trade, promoting investment opportunities, and exploring new avenues for collaboration across key sectors. The engagement reflects ongoing efforts to deepen the strategic and economic partnership between the two countries. During the talks, both sides emphasized the importance of expanding trade volumes and addressing challenges faced by businesses. Discussions also covered cooperation in areas such as
India and Vietnam are expanding their bilateral partnership by focusing on three key pillars: economy, science and technology, and environment. These areas have emerged as central to deepening cooperation between the two countries amid evolving regional and global dynamics. Economic engagement remains a cornerstone, with both nations seeking to boost trade, investment flows, and supply chain resilience. In the domain of science and technology, India and Vietnam are exploring collaboration in emerging fields such as digital innovation, research, and development. This includes knowledge exch
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to undertake a four-nation Europe visit aimed at strengthening India’s strategic, economic, and technological partnerships with key European countries. The visit is expected to include engagements in nations such as Germany, France, and others, focusing on deepening bilateral ties across sectors. The tour comes at a time when India is expanding its global footprint and seeking stronger alliances amid shifting geopolitical dynamics. Discussions during the visit are likely to centre on trade agreements, defence cooperation, clean energy transitions, and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for strengthening India’s global engagement while addressing the 11th Heads of Missions Conference held in New Delhi from April 28 to 30. The conference, organised by the Ministry of External Affairs, focused on the theme “Reforming Indian Diplomacy for 2047.” In his address, the Prime Minister emphasised advancing India’s international presence through a greater focus on trade, technology, and strategic partnerships. He also highlighted the importance of deepening connections with the Indian diaspora, which continues to play a key role in