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Rishi Sunak is leading the post of Prime Minister in Britain. However, the discussion of a citizen of Indian origin for the post of PM of the UK underlines the growing importance of India's soft power.     Controversial Boris Johnson resigned as Prime Minister of Britain on July 7 and a power struggle began in Britain. The process of selecting the new Prime Minister has reached its final stage. In this, the name of Rishi Sunak, an Indian origin, is at the forefront. As of now, a name for PM will be finalized on Thursday. Hence, there is enthusiasm among the South Asian population, including citizens of Indian origin in Britain.   Riding on the 'Brexit' public sentiment, Boris Johnson became the Prime Minister of Britain. However, during the coronavirus outbreak, cases of partying in government residences came to light, and their popularity began to ebb and flow. After that, Johnson had to resign due to many reasons like increased taxes, and the misbehaviour of a...

The Sri Lankan government recently announced its decision to close diplomatic missions in the three countries in a bid to cut spending on overseas operations. The decision highlights Sri Lanka's deteriorating economic situation and the plight of foreign currency reserves. The outbreak of the corona, the decline in the influx of foreign tourists and the funding from foreign nationals are said to be the reasons behind this situation. Apart from these factors, the mountain of debt on the Sri Lankan economy and the exorbitant interest rates of Chinese banks also poses a major challenge to Sri Lanka's debt repayment. This is the root cause of the current situation. At the very last moment, China has joined hands with the Sri Lankan government for currency exchange, and China's efforts to strengthen its grip on the country in the name of keeping the economy afloat are evident.   Many countries are watching the developments in Sri Lanka, which is strategically important in t...

Sanction committee of UNSC declared Masood Azhar as a global terrorist and it is a diplomatic success for India. China has been using the veto against it, for several years. Now, it is more important that, how does it get implemented. So, we have to keep the pressure on Pakistan, to implement it rigorously. … On 1st of May 1267 Sanction committee of UNSC announced Jaish-e-Mohammad chief Masood Azhar a global terrorist and it was a diplomatic achievement for India. Since 2009, along with India, the USA, France and Britain have been trying for it and China was blocking with Veto power. India got this success, with the help of other nations, just due to keeping the pressure on Pakistan at the economic front and China has now feeling to be isolated at the international forum. But, we have an example of Hafiz Saeed, Chief of Jamaat ud Dawa, who is also a global terrorist and wandering freely on the streets of Lahore. If this success remains symbolic, then Masood Azhar could be...

After a general election in Pakistan, Imran Khan is set to take charge as a Prime Minister. This is a historic political transition in Pakistan. At the same time, Pakistan is at the edge on the economic front and bailout package is under consideration in IMF. But, the US is opposing this kind of aid. This is all about a competition between the US and China to maintain influence over Pakistani Economy. For India, not only political happenings in Pakistan are important, but its economic situation should have the same importance. ….   In Pakistan’s general election, Imran Khan’s Pakistan Tehrik-e-Insaf (PTI) emerged as a single largest party and it is just a few numbers away from the magic figure. So, Imran Khan would be the next PM of Pakistan and oath ceremony is the only formality remains. So, there is a lot of discussion about Imran Khan, his views about India, his relation with the army and how the army helped him etc. It is quite obvious. But, one more t...

A few days back, Maldives inked MoU in power sector, with Pakistan . The Maldives was used to take guidance from India in each policy and decision, but now it is under great influence of China - Pakistan nexus . Pakistan is a helping hand for Economic - Military power China, to expand their influence in Indian Ocean region . The Maldives is an example of it . ….. Maldives delegation visited Pakistan a few days ago and both countries inked MoU in power sector . According to this MoU, Pakistan will help the Maldives with Human training, participation in staff exchange programmes, participation in experience sharing and institution building activities etc . So far, India played ample role in building infrastructure in the Maldives . Interestingly, PM Narendra Modi a few months ago announced about 100 per cent of electrification of all 7.5 lakhs Indian villages and till February, Lahore had 12 hours load shading . These are facts and still, Maldives government choose an optio...