QUAD SUMMIT
India-US ties shift to deal-making as Trump's Iran policy looms
India must adapt to a US relationship driven by pragmatic deal-making, rethink its diaspora policy amid anti-immigrant sentiment, and play a bigger role in easing Iran tensions and shaping the global order.
India-US trade pact to 'unleash another level' of ties, says American official; reveals deal is '90%-plus' done
A senior US State Department official said the India-US trade pact is “90-per cent-plus” complete, with only final issues being resolved. The official said the agreement could “unleash another level” of bilateral ties, while highlighting upcoming diplomatic engagements, including Marco Rubio’s India visit and the next Quad foreign ministers’ meeting.
On the table or on the menu? A new power play begins at the UN
Partners for Multilateralism, or P4M, unites diverse nations to reform global institutions. This new grouping reflects a changing global mood and a desire for greater maneuverability. Countries seek more influence in a multipolar and contested international system. P4M offers an open framework for issue-based coalitions across different political traditions. It signifies a new mood where middle powers think beyond established alliances.
BRICS realpolitik: How India-China tensions get defused, strategic leverage grows
The BRICS summits serve a crucial role in reducing tensions between India and China, while simultaneously facilitating the management of their border disputes. For Beijing, BRICS is key to projecting power globally and countering Western dominance. India leverages this platform as a strategic approach to address boundary issues, using BRICS and the SCO for leverage and agility in an ever-evolving geopolitical landscape, thus engaging economically without becoming politically entrenched.
The Modi-Xi-Putin picture and the rise of a multipolar world trying to remake global power
The expanded BRICS grouping now represents nearly half the world's population. Leaders adopted the New Delhi Declaration, showing consensus despite differences. BRICS aims to build practical mechanisms for global trade and finance. India seeks strategic autonomy and a stronger voice for the Global South. This evolving order allows countries to engage multiple power centers simultaneously.
'Not all 'hijabs' are unacceptable to BJP': Pawan Khera slams Centre over covering slums for BRICS Summit
Congress MP Pawan Khera criticized the government's installation of curtains along transit routes. He accused the administration of hiding poverty from visiting foreign dignitaries. Manish Tewari emphasized engagement through platforms like BRICS and ASEAN. He stated the world order has collapsed and a new one is emerging. India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit under its 2026 Chairmanship.
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World’s biggest handshake at BRICS: Can it shake the world order?
Modi, Xi and Putin’s BRICS meeting carries symbolic weight, but its impact will depend on deliverables. An expanded, divided BRICS faces internal contradictions and lacks strong institutional mechanisms. India seeks strategic autonomy, while Russia and China push alternatives to Western systems.
Modi-Xi Jinping meeting: Border ties, trade on the agenda as Chinese President gears up for India visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit India for the BRICS Summit this Saturday. His visit aims to stabilize India-China relations after years of strained interactions. The meeting with Prime Minister Modi will focus on border issues and economic cooperation. Both leaders will discuss managing the boundary dispute and trade imbalances. This visit tests the current thaw and seeks a durable framework for future engagement.
Summit season's real menace? Creative acronym expansion
International summits often feature numerous acronyms that are frequently reinterpreted creatively. This trend of wordplay is seen as a distraction from serious diplomatic matters. The author suggests a deterrent, an 'Acronym Abuse Jar', for such linguistic diversions. Proceeds from this jar could fund essential services like translation for officials. The article advocates for maintaining the original, sober meaning of these important institutional initials.
From G7 to D10: Why the world's democracies should finally name their coalition
Global summits highlight a multipolar world order and competing national interests. Industrial democracies informally assemble, behaving like a D10 coalition. This grouping commands significant global GDP and economic influence. India's consistent participation makes it indispensable to these discussions. The time has arrived for this informal arrangement to gain formal recognition.
India-China thaw: Five things to know as Chinese President Xi Jinping heads to Delhi
Chinese President Xi Jinping heads to India for a summit on Saturday that could mark the biggest step in a cautious thaw after years of hostility between the two countries. "The very fact that President Xi is coming to India does indicate that... even if it's because of the turbulence in the world caused by America, the two countries want a working relationship," said Ashok Malik of The Asia Group.
India’s AI spend set to cross 21% of IT budgets by 2027: ServiceNow
Indian AI investment surged significantly, outpacing global growth rates. However, widespread AI readiness and risk assessment processes remain underdeveloped. Many companies deploy AI agents but hesitate with autonomous workflows due to transparency concerns. Fragmented legacy systems and data management issues hinder AI integration and maturity.
Bringing order to disorder: Wars without winners allow India to offer a safe path to economic recovery
Political aspirations in Ukraine and West Asia have become counterproductive due to prolonged warfare. Recognizing this, India is proposing an alternative economic framework that embraces compromise, leading to beneficial outcomes for Russia and Iran. This strategy not only diversifies dependencies away from China but also establishes India as a potential center of economic stability during these turbulent times.
SCO Summit 2026: Power trio reunites as PM Modi meets Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping at Bishkek meet
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin at the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek, reviving a closely watched three-way diplomatic moment. The encounter comes amid a cautious India-China thaw, renewed border-management efforts and ahead of India’s upcoming BRICS summit in New Delhi.
Modi-Xi-Putin together again: What will the Bishkek photo-op tell?
India’s next Modi-Xi-Putin photograph at the SCO summit in Bishkek is likely to carry geopolitical weight, but it should not be read as evidence of a new India-China-Russia alliance.
Quad’s next big battle is against terror techs
Quad cooperation continues despite uncertainty over the November summit, with India hosting key counterterrorism events this month. The NSG will lead a drone misuse exercise on Sept 23–24, and the NIA will host a seminar on terrorists’ use of emerging technologies on Sept 26.
China blows hot and cold over Quad summit
China has labeled the Quad as a US tool to contain Beijing, emphasizing its resolve to uphold sovereignty in the South and East China Seas. The recent Quad Summit, hosted by President Biden, saw leaders from India, Australia, and Japan discussing regional security and cooperation.
Quad Summit: India announces $500,000 scholarship for Indo-Pacific students
The Quad countries are enhancing people-to-people connections and strategic partnerships. India has launched a new initiative to award fifty Quad scholarships worth USD 500,000 to students from the Indo-Pacific for a four-year undergraduate engineering program. The announcement was made during the fourth in-person Quad Leaders Summit hosted by President Joe Biden in Wilmington, Delaware.
PM Modi emplanes for New York; to address Indian diaspora, attend UN 'Summit of the Future'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed from Philadelphia to New York after attending the Quad Summit. He will participate in the Summit of the Future at the United Nations and hold key bilateral meetings. Discussions at the Quad Summit focused on healthcare, technology, climate change, and capacity building among member states Australia, India, Japan, and the United States.
Quad summit to make significant announcements in areas like maritime security and critical and emerging technologies
The Quad summit in Delaware will feature significant announcements in areas like maritime security, infrastructure, and emerging technologies. US President Joe Biden will host leaders from India, Australia, and Japan. The summit aims to demonstrate the group's resilience and focus on institutionalizing the Quad's role in the Indo-Pacific region.
Quad more strategically aligned, relevant than ever: White House
The upcoming Quad Summit in Delaware, hosted by President Joe Biden, will highlight the strategic alignment and relevance of the four-nation grouping comprising Australia, Japan, India, and the US. This marks the first time the US is hosting foreign leaders in Wilmington. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will also attend the UN General Assembly during his visit.
PM Modi to visit US from Sep 21 to 23; to attend Quad, UN summits
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit the US from September 21 to attend the Quad Summit and address the 'Summit of the Future' at the UN General Assembly. He will also engage with Indian community members and CEOs of leading US companies to foster collaborations in AI, quantum computing, semiconductors, and biotechnology.
Quad summit planned in Joe Biden's hometown Delaware
The upcoming Quad summit is set for September 21 in Wilmington, Delaware, marking the final meeting for US President Joe Biden and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida. Indian PM Narendra Modi and Australian PM Anthony Albanese will also attend. The summit will focus on maritime security concerns in the South China Sea.
Quad member nations holding talks for having leaders' summit in India in January
Blinken and US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin are visiting India for the annual India-US '2+2' foreign and defence ministerial dialogue. The last Quad summit had taken place in Hiroshima on May 20 on the sidelines of the G7 summit. The Quad summit was originally scheduled to take place in Sydney on May 24. However it was decided to hold it in Hiroshima after Biden postponed his trip to Australia.
Quad summit on G7 sidelines; agenda intact
Modi will be part of three outreach sessions — Working Together to Address Multiple Crises (including food, health, development, gender); Common Endeavour for a Sustainable Planet (including climate, energy, environment) and Towards a Peaceful, Stable and Prosperous World –– key concerns for the Global South.
Quad Summit could launch satellite-based maritime initiative to counter Chinese illegal fishing in Indo-Pacific region
The proposed initiative will use satellite technology to connect existing surveillance centres in Singapore, India and the Pacific region to create a tracking system for illegal fishing from the Indian Ocean and Southeast Asia to the South Pacific, ET has learnt.
Quad Summit will provide opportunity to review progress of grouping's initiatives: PM Modi
He said he will be visiting Tokyo at the invitation of his Japanese counterpart Fumio Kishida.
Japan's proposed Quad summit will focus on vaccine, supply chain
ET has learnt that the Quad nations-Japan, India and the US-- will review the availability of Covid-19 vaccines in the Indo-Pacific region, discuss ways to bolster supply chain security for semiconductors, and take forward initiatives for infrastructure development in the region.
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