Manmohan Singh meets South Korean President in Hanoi

HANOI – Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met South Korean President Lee Myung-bak ahead of the eighth India-ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) Summit, and the fifth East Asia Summit in Hanoi here on Friday.

The meeting lasted for about 30 minutes and took place at the Daewoo Hotel here.

The issue related to the 12-billion-dollar POSCO steel … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Manmohan Singh meets South Korean President in Hanoi.

India, China PMs’ discuss “difficult issues” in Hanoi, Special Reps to meet

HANOI – Indian Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh and his Chinese counterpart Wen Jiabao used their tenth meeting as leaders of their respective governments to discuss threadbare all “difficult” issues bedeviling bilateral ties.

During their 45-minute meeting here this morning, Jiabao expressed his wish to visit India before the end of the year, a wish that …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : India, China PMs’ discuss “difficult issues” in Hanoi, Special Reps to meet.

Civil n-pact between South Korea, India awaits signature

HANOI – An agreement on civil nuclear cooperation between India and South Korea was on course to finalisation and now awaited signature, National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon said Friday after a meeting between the leaders of the two countries.

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and South Korean President Lee Myung-bak, who met here on the sidelines …. Source  : Civil n-pact between South Korea, India awaits signature.

Garo Hills civic polls postponed after violence

SHILLONG – Meghalaya Friday set in abeyance the first-ever municipal elections in its three districts of Garo Hills following violent protests by the Joint Action Committee (JAC) against the polls.

“The government has decided to adjourn the elections to the four municipal boards in view of the prevailing law and order situation in Garo … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Garo Hills civic polls postponed after violence.

Silvio Berlusconi condemns furore over links with teenage girl

London, Oct 29 (ANI): Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has denounced a growing controversy over his links with a teenage Moroccan girl as ‘media trash’.

“I am a person with a heart, and so I take an interest in people’s problems. But I do not take an interest in media trash,” the Guardian quoted Berlusconi as …. Original article on Gaea Times at  : Silvio Berlusconi condemns furore over links with teenage girl.

We need your ideas to build ties: Hillary to Indian Americans

WASHINGTON – US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has asked Indian Americans to use their connections to India to tackle tough challenges from improving global health to empowering people to improving their own lives.

“Governments alone cannot solve any of these problems. We need your ideas, and we need help from people like you,” … Original article on : We need your ideas to build ties: Hillary to Indian Americans.

Endorse India’s quest for UNSC seat: US expert

WASHINGTON – As US President Obama embarks on his first visit to India, a noted US scholar has suggested that he make a bold move to endorse India’s quest for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council.

Obama has a unique opportunity to cement a global partnership with a rapidly emerging power and “India [..] Read the original article: here.

Chinese PM says he will visit India this year

HANOI – Chinese Premier Wen Jiabao said he would be visiting India this year in his opening remarks ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday. The prime minister responded by saying that he was “extremely delighted” to hear about it.

The 30-minute meeting, also attended by National Security Advisor Shiv Shankar Menon, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Chinese PM says he will visit India this year.

Wen to visit India, PM `delighted’

HANOI – Chinese premier Wen Jiabao said he would be visiting India this year in his opening remarks ahead of his meeting with Prime Minister Manmohan Singh Friday. The prime minister responded by saying that he was “extremely delighted” to hear about it.

The 30-minute meeting, also attended by National Security Advisor Shivshankar Menon, Commerce … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Wen to visit India, PM `delighted’.

Asia to play key role with rise of India, China: US

WASHINGTON – The United States believes given the rise of India and China as global powers, emerging Asian nations are going to play a fundamental role on issues like Iran, non-proliferation, terrorism and nuclear security.

Apart from the “broader Asia context that includes relationship with China and India,” the US also sees “direct engagement … Read : Asia to play key role with rise of India, China: US.

Manmohan meets Wen in Hanoi

HANOI – Prime Ministers Manmohan Singh of India and Wen Jiabao of China met here Friday on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit, setting the stage for the Chinese leader’s visit to New Delhi later this year.

The two leaders are believed to have discussed bilateral and regional issues.
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India, China PMs’ begin meeting, stapled visa, economic and strategic ties in focus

HANOI – The Prime Ministers of India and China – Dr. Manmohan Singh and Wen Jiabao – have begun a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the ASEAN and East Asia summits being held here, and it is expected that they will discuss a broad range of issues, including strategic and economic ties, besides the …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : India, China PMs’ begin meeting, stapled visa, economic and strategic ties in focus.

Manmohan, Wen meet in Hanoi

HANOI – Prime Ministers Manmohan Singh of India and Wen Jiabao of China met here Friday on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit.

The two leaders are believed to have discussed bilateral and regional issues.
…. Source article on Gaea Times at  : Manmohan, Wen meet in Hanoi.

Hanoi celebrates 1,000 years of existence (Vietnam Diary)

HANOI – This charming city, now playing host to the ASEAN summit and many world leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, is also celebrating its 1,000-year anniversary.

The streets are strung with fairy lights as are the fringes of the many lakes. Elaborate floral arrangements can be seen alongside the streets as this Vietnam … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Hanoi celebrates 1,000 years of existence (Vietnam Diary).

‘Obama’s Asia trip underscores re-engagement strategy’

WASHINGTON – US President Barack Obama’s visit to Asia next month underscores his Asia strategy of renewed engagement, a top aide has said.

According to Xinhua, US engagement in Asia is “founded upon our core alliances in the region, and of course South Korea and Japan are at the top of that list”, Deputy …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : ‘Obama’s Asia trip underscores re-engagement strategy’.

Readout of the Vice President’s Meeting on Iraq

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The Vice President today chaired a Cabinet-level meeting on Iraq to discuss the status of negotiations on government formation.  Ambassador Jim Jeffrey provided a …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Statement by the President on Presidential Elections in Cote d’Ivoire

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The United States supports the people of Cote d’Ivoire as they prepare to express their democratic voice and participate in presidential elections on October …. Source  : Statement by the President on Presidential Elections in Cote d’Ivoire.

Italian prime minister faces new sex scandal

ROME – A close friend of Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi said Thursday that a Moroccan teenage girl at the centre of a new sex scandal threatening the premier may have attended a party hosted by Berlusconi.

Emilio Fede, who anchors a news programme on a television channel owned by Berlusconi’s Mediaset network, is being …. Source article  : Italian prime minister faces new sex scandal.

Clinton pledges American leadership in Asia

WASHINGTON – US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said Thursday that the US will continue to forge a leadership role in Asia, as she began a major trip to the region.

The US will use its tools of diplomacy, defence and development to maintain regional stability and promote security, economic growth and trade, Clinton … Read : Clinton pledges American leadership in Asia.

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, 10/28/2010

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James S. Brady Press … Original source on Gaea Times at : Press Briefing by Press Secretary Robert Gibbs, 10/28/2010.