Global Outlook

 In a significant development on the global diplomatic front, the White House has announced that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Joe Biden are set to hold a bilateral meeting on September 8, just days before the G20 Summit. This meeting holds great promise for strengthening the ties between the world's largest democracy and the world's oldest democracy. The Modi-Biden bilateral meet is expected to address a range of crucial issues, spanning trade, climate change, security, and regional stability. Both leaders share a common interest in fostering a robust Indo-U.S. partnership, and this meeting provides an ideal platform to work towards that goal. Economic Ties: Trade relations between India and the United States have seen both highs and lows in recent years. With trade being a focal point of discussion, both leaders will likely explore ways to enhance economic cooperation. They may seek to resolve trade disputes, promote investments, and facilitate busin...

 The President of the United States (US), Joe Biden, has issued a statement on the anniversary of the terrorist attack on Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which killed three people. The White House released a statement that stated the United States ’ commitment to the safety and security of the Emirati people. Biden reportedly said in a statement, “Working in close cooperation with my friend President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed, the United States will continue to support the UAE as it defends itself against threats.” Biden lauded the UAE's defence system because the UAE shot the two ballistic missiles, which were launched by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi militia. On 17 January 2022, an oil distribution plant in Mussaffah was attacked by the Houthi rebels. The incident killed three people and injured six others. The tragic incident strengthened UAE's spirit and defence system. At the bilateral level, defence cooperation between the UAE and the US has helped...