India This Week~November 10, 2023
India This Week~November 10, 2023
India This Week Summary
Fifth India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi
The fifth India-US 2+2 Ministerial dialogue is set to take place in New Delhi to progress the futuristic roadmap for the India-US partnership. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Minister of External Affairs S. Jaishankar will welcome US Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin III. The dialogue will focus on technological partnerships, people-to-people relationships, and regional issues. Bilateral meetings will also take place alongside discussions on cooperation in multilateral platforms like QUAD.
Expansion of Bilateral Cooperation between India and Bhutan
India and Bhutan have agreed to expand cooperation in various areas, with a specific focus on cross-border connectivity. They have finalized the location survey for the first cross-border rail link between the two countries and designated immigration check posts to enhance connectivity and promote tourism. Additionally, agreements have been made to strengthen trade infrastructure, environmental conservation efforts, and educational opportunities for Bhutanese nationals in India.
Congress Criticizes Demonetization on its Seventh Anniversary
The Congress party has launched a scathing attack on the central government's demonetization move as it completes seven years. Congress leaders have criticized the move for its negative impact on the economy, job losses, and the destruction of people's savings. They question the effectiveness of demonetization in curbing black money and improving the overall financial landscape of the country.
