The first China-led BRICS joint naval exercise is set to commence on Friday in South African waters, marking a significant development in the bloc’s evolving security and defence cooperation. According to official briefings, the naval drills will be conducted under the theme “Joint Actions to Ensure the Safety of Shipping…
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi have agreed to deepen and diversify bilateral trade, signalling a renewed commitment to their longstanding strategic partnership despite mounting Western pressure on New Delhi to reduce its ties with Moscow. Putin, who arrived in India on Thursday for a two-day…