Hasina Plans December Return to Bangladesh to Surrender Before Court: Reuters Exclusive
Melbourne, 11 July: Bangladesh’s ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said she and several senior leaders of the Awami League plan to return to Bangladesh…
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent meets India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Washington to discuss supply chain security and economic cooperation. Photo: Facebook
Melbourne, February 5: United States Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday held talks with India’s External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, highlighting the importance of securing global supply chains and strengthening cooperation on economic and national security issues.
In a post on X, Bessent said he enjoyed the meeting with Jaishankar and that their discussions covered the need to secure supply chains along with other national and economic security matters of mutual interest.
Jaishankar, in his own post, said he was pleased to meet Bessent in Washington, DC, and described the discussion as useful in advancing the India–US economic partnership and strategic cooperation.
S Jaishankar and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio hold wide-ranging talks on trade, energy, defence, and technology as part of the India–US strategic partnership. Photo: Facebook
Later in the day, Jaishankar also met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The two leaders held wide-ranging talks covering bilateral cooperation as well as regional and global issues.
According to Jaishankar, key areas of the India–US Strategic Partnership discussed during the meeting included trade, energy, nuclear cooperation, defence, critical minerals, and technology. Both sides agreed on the need for early meetings under various bilateral mechanisms to further advance shared interests.
(ANI)
Related News
PM Modi’s High-Voltage Australia Visit Strengthens Strategic and Economic Partnership
Melbourne July 9, 2026: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s high-profile visit to Australia marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, combining high-level diplomacy, strong economic…
Political Violence Death Toll Rises in Bangladesh in June: HRSS Report
Melbourne, July 3: Political violence in Bangladesh intensified in June, with both deaths and injuries increasing compared to the previous month, according to a new…
Hindu Student and Assistant Priest Abducted, Tortured for Ransom in Dhaka
Dhaka, 1 July 2026: A 25-year-old Hindu student and part-time assistant priest has allegedly been abducted, tortured, and forced to pay ransom after being taken…
Iran-Backed Group Could Carry Out Attacks and Assassinations in Australia, ASIO Warns
Melbourne, June 26: Australia’s domestic intelligence agency has warned that an Iran-backed group could carry out acts of violence, including arson, vandalism and even targeted…
AFERMB Condemns Alleged Disrespect to Lord Ram’s Image in Bangladesh, Calls for Protection of Minority Rights and Religious Sites
Melbourne, June 20: The Australian Federation for Ethnic and Religious Minorities in Bangladesh (AFERMB) has expressed deep concern and strong condemnation over recent incidents involving…
Socceroos Suffer Major Setback with 2-0 Defeat to USA
Melbourne, June 20: Australia’s Socceroos have suffered a significant blow to their World Cup campaign after a comprehensive 2-0 defeat to the United States in…
Is she real? World Cup “Supporter” Goes Viral as AI Image Leaves Fans Duped
Melbourne, June 14: A viral image of a supposed United States football supporter at the FIFA World Cup has taken social media by storm, but…
