UAE President, His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan congratulated Tunisian President Kais Saied on the country's Independence Day, which is observed annually on March 20. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, and His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, both sent similar remarks. Their outreach emphasises the close diplomatic connections between the two countries. Sheikh Mohamed remarked on the UAE-Tunisia friendship, highlighti
US President Donald Trump hosted UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Zayed Al Nahyan in the White House, where they discussed the future of economic and scientific collaboration. Trump revealed details of the meeting on Truth Social, emphasising the two countries' close relations and common commitment to world peace and security. The meetings focused on increasing the UAE's investment in the United States, notably in technology and energy. Sheikh Tahnoon was apparently looking for wider access to modern semiconductor chips, which had been restricted by laws imposed by former P
On March 18, 2025, India and Malaysia conducted a high-level bilateral meeting in New Delhi to discuss cooperation in trade, investment, and technology. Union Minister Jitin Prasada met with Malaysia's Deputy Minister, Liew Chin Tong, at Vanijya Bhawan to promote commercial connections. A primary topic on the agenda was the continuing review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA), with both parties pledging to move quickly to reach a fair and beneficial agreement by 2025. Bilateral trade problems, market access, and economic cooperation were crucial to the negotiations. The s
Indonesia and Singapore have decided to work together on family development projects to increase community welfare in both countries. The alliance demonstrates their common commitment to improving family well-being through research-driven programs and policy exchanges. During a meeting with Singapore's Minister of Social and Family Development Masagos Zulkifli, Indonesia's Minister of Population and Family Development Wihaji emphasized the necessity of collaboration despite disparities in governance, culture, and population size. "Despite Singapore's advanced status, there are many area
Singapore and India are set to sign a Letter of Intent (LoI) for a Green Digital Shipping Corridor (GDSC), which will improve maritime cooperation and link India's marine sector to global shipping networks. The deal is anticipated to be signed during Indian Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal's visit to Singapore next week. Sonowal, who leads the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, will attend the Singapore Maritime Week (SMW) on March 24–28. The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) hosts the event, which brings together prominent worldwide industry leaders. The GDS
Singapore and Vietnam are reaffirming their commitment to regional healthcare collaboration by opening a new Regional Collaborating Centre (RCC) in Hanoi. The program, led by the SingHealth Duke-NUS Global Health Institute (SDGHI) and Hanoi Medical University (HMU), seeks to improve medical research, academic partnerships, and healthcare innovation throughout Southeast Asia. The RCC will serve as a major point for information sharing and talent development, resulting in improved healthcare networks between the two nations. This collaboration extends a long-standing partnership between Sing
On Monday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon of New Zealand met at Hyderabad House in New Delhi to talk about ways to strengthen their relationship. Luxon landed in India on Sunday for a five-day official visit, his first since becoming New Zealand's leader. His visit comes at an important time, as both countries aim to expand commerce, digital connection, and strategic relationships. As part of his tour, Luxon will be the keynote speaker at the 10th Raisina Dialogue. In addition to meeting PM Modi, he is scheduled to meet President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtra
Tulsi Gabbard, the US Director of National Intelligence (DNI), is currently in India to attend a high-profile security meeting as well as the Raisina Dialogue, a major global geopolitical and economics forum. Her visit is the first by a senior official from the Trump administration to India. Gabbard is on a multi-nation trip of the Indo-Pacific, including stops in Japan, Thailand, and France. During her visit to India, she is anticipated to meet with key leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She will give the keynote talk at the Raisina Dialogue on March 18. However, neither
India and New Zealand have officially begun discussions for a comprehensive and mutually beneficial Free Trade Agreement (FTA), marking an important milestone in their economic partnership. This would be India's second trade agreement in the Oceania region, following its FTA with Australia in April 2022. The pact intends to improve trade relations and open up new economic prospects for both nations. Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal expressed confidence about the development, saying, "We are delighted to announce the start of India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement negotiations." This mileston
On March 11, Vietnam's Minister of Finance, Nguyen Van Thang, met with Singapore's Minister for Manpower and Second Minister for Trade and Industry, Tan See Leng, to discuss measures to improve bilateral economic connectivity. Their meetings took place during Party General Secretary To Lam's official visit to Singapore, highlighting both nations' commitment to improving bilateral relations. During the discussions, Minister Thang expressed gratitude for Singapore's support and highlighted Vietnam's commitment to economic engagement. He emphasised Vietnam's continuous efforts to reorganise i