VGP - On the sidelines of the 17th ASEAN Summit and related summits in Hà Nội, PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng has today hosted separate receptions given to Indian PM, New Zealand's PM and the President of the Asian, Development Bank (ADB). In his meeting with the Indian counterpart, Mr. Manmohan Singh, Vietnamese PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng noted that the bilateral strategic partnership has been flourishing in many fields and hoped that the two countries could cement and deepen their ties. PM Dũng asked India to play a greater role in regional cooperation mechanisms while promoting its comprehensive cooperation with ASEAN states. Indian PM Manmohan Singh stated that there remain huge potentials for bilateral cooperation. India has been helping Việt Nam better its economic development through building IT centers and training English. Many Indian enterprises have found a friendly business environment in Việt Nam and the two-way trade turnover is expected to reach US $3 billion this year. … [Read more...] about PM Dũng receives leaders of India, New Zealand, ADB
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PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng embarks on State visit to India
VNGOP - PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng, his spouse and a high-ranking delegation of the Vietnamese Government arrived Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal at 8.30 AM of July 4 (India hour), starting his State visit to the Republic of India at the invitation of Indian counterpart Manmohan Singh and his wife. Right after a solemn welcoming ceremony, PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng, his wife and the Vietnamese delegation laid a wreath at the Monument of President Hồ Chí Minh - a world cultural celebrity and Việt Nam's national hero who, together with Indian PM J. Nehru, laid foundation for the long-lasting friendship and cooperation between Việt Nam and India. In early 1958, President Hồ Chí Minh paid a visit to India with a view to developing a bilateral close relationship and making the Indian people better understand Việt Nam's situation. During the period of 1964-1975, KolkataCity was full of the motto "My name is Việt Nam, your name is Việt Nam, our name is Việt Nam", confirming its solidarity and support … [Read more...] about PM Nguyễn Tấn Dũng embarks on State visit to India
Demand for new states could change India’s map
From scores fasting in demand of a new state in India's hilly northeast to a powerful chief minister suggesting her region be split up, the map of the nation is facing an overhaul. Ethnic minorities and activists in economically deprived regions are seeking states of their own, following the government's surprise decision last week to give in to a hunger strike and create a new state in southern India. Now, India is confronting serious calls for a grand reorganization of this sprawling, diverse nation of 1.2 billion. "We are looking at what could be a major crossroads in the political evolution of the Indian system," said Mahesh Rangarajan, a prominent political analyst at Delhi University. "Are 28 states enough for a billion people when 300 million Americans have 50 states?" China, which India is expected to surpass in 2025 as the world's most populous country, uses centralized, authoritarian rule to maintain order and unity. India's democracy has relied on constant … [Read more...] about Demand for new states could change India’s map
Joint statement between the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the Republic of India
1. At the invitation of H.E. Pratibha Devisingh Patil, President of the Republic of India, H.E. Truong Tan Sang, President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and his spouse paid a State visit to India on 11-13 October 2011. 2. President Truong Tan Sang was accorded an official ceremonial reception at Rashtrapati Bhawan in the capital New Delhi on 12th October 2011. President Truong Tan Sang laid a wreath at the memorial to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat; called on the President of India Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil who hosted a Banquet in his honour; held talks with Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh; met with Speaker of the Lok Sabha Smt. Meira Kumar, External Affairs Minister Shri S.M. Krishna, Minister of Defence Shri A.K. Antony and Leader of the Opposition Smt. Sushma Swaraj. 3. During the visit, President Truong Tan Sang visited Bangalore and met the Governor of the state of Karnataka; visited Mumbai and met the Governor of the state of Maharashtra. President Truong Tan Sang met … [Read more...] about Joint statement between the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and the Republic of India
Britain ends 10-year boycott of India’s Modi
Britain held talks Monday with Indian regional leader Narendra Modi, ending a 10-year boycott over deadly religious riots in Gujarat state that left more than 2,000 dead, including three Britons. Britain's ambassador to India James Bevan (R) receives a gift from Gujarat state chief minister Narendra Modi during a meeting in Gandhinagar, some 30 kms from Ahmedabad, on October 22, 2012, in a handout image from the Gujarat Information Bureau. Britain held talks Monday with Modi, ending a 10-year boycott over deadly religious riots in Gujarat state that left more than 2,000 dead Photo: AFP … [Read more...] about Britain ends 10-year boycott of India’s Modi