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PM meets Sri Lankan President, Bangladeshi counterpart in Myanmar to foster economic ties

Myanmar, Mar 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh met Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa and his Bangladesh counterparty Sheikh Hasina to foster economic tie ups on Tuesday on the sidelines of a two-day economic summit in Myanmar. Prime Minister Singh is in Nay Pyi Taw to attend the Bay Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). Mar 4, 2014
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BIMSTEC leaders meet to improve trade, transit and economic development

Myanmar, Mar 4 (ANI): The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) aiming to improve trade, transit and economic development among its members, convened summit on South and Southeast Asian development on Tuesday in Naypyitaw, Myanmar. Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand are members of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). Mar 4, 2014
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India to discuss key issues with Sri Lanka at BIMSTEC

Nay Pyi Taw, Mar 4 (ANI): Foreign minister, Salman Khurshid has said that many issues are there to discuss with Sri Lankan counterpart in the ongoing Bay Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). Indian delegation headed by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh is in Myanmar capital Nay Pyi Taw to attend (BIMSTEC). Mar 4, 2014
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Canada to woo young Indian entrepreneurs: David Johnston

Mumbai, March 02 (ANI): Governor General of Canada, David Johnston, said that the Canadian government will initiate a project to encourage start-up entrepreneurships from India, understanding the possibilities of newer ideas. Johnston was speaking at the Indo-Canadian Business Chamber National Convention 2014 in Mumbai. Johnston is accompanied by his wife Sharon Johnston on his visit to India that is aimed at strengthening bilateral and economic ties. Johnston said that Canada is looking forward to encourage young and innovative entrepreneurs from India who want to develop and market their ideas in Canada. He also stressed that stronger entrepreneurial ties between the countries is an imperative. Johnston also shed light on the commonalities of India and Canada. Mar 2, 2014
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PM announces new initiatives for faster development of MSME sector

New Delhi, March 02 (ANI): Prime Minister Manmohan Singh announced new initiatives by the central government to focus on the faster development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the country. Focusing on skill development and promotion of new technologies, the MSME Ministry of India is setting up 15 new tool rooms with assistance from the World Bank. Singh added that the ministry has also taken steps to promote bilateral cooperation of the MSME sector in India with other countries for giving it additional exposure to international markets and foreign technologies. He requested the participation of private sector and civil societies for the success of these initiatives. Singh also threw light on the achievements of Prime Minister's Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) which has created a staggering number of job opportunities. Mar 2, 2014
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PM Calls Upon Indian MSME Sector to Promote Exports

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on 1 March called upon the country's micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) sector to promote exports by utilizing the globalization process unleashed by the government. Mar 1, 2014
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Counterparts of BSE in Toronto eyeing India: Canadas Governor General

Mumbai, Feb 28 (ANI): Canadian Governor General David Johnston said on Friday that Toronto Stock Exchange was keen on partnering with Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), while attending opening bell event during his week-long state visit to India. Johnston and his wife Sharon Johnston are visiting India with the aim of strengthening bilateral and economic ties. Johnston said that Canada was looking to establish themselves in infrastructure, energy and food security, and education, innovation and entrepreneurship sectors of India. Johnston said that Canada was particularly interested in venturing with India and both the countries shared traditions of parliamentary democracy. Feb 28, 2014
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Russian Deputy PM meets Indias Foreign Minister to review bilateral relations

New Delhi, Feb 27 (ANI): Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Olegovich Rogozin met India’s Foreign Minister Salman Khurshid in New Delhi, focusing on key issues of mutual interests in the areas of trade, defence, space and nuclear energy with an objective to foster bilateral relations between both nations. The bilateral relations between India and Russia span diverse sectors ranging from defence, space and nuclear energy to exchanges in the commercial, educational and cultural fields. Earlier, Rogozin also met Congress Chief Sonia Gandhi and Trade Minister Anand Sharma to strengthen trade ties. Feb 27, 2014
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Canadian Governor General seeks to bolster business, academic ties with India

New Delhi, Feb 24 (ANI): Canadian Governor General, David Johnston said on Monday that he sought to provide greater impetus to bilateral ties with India including fresh initiatives in business, entrepreneurship and education. Johnston, who is on a week-long visit to India from February 22 to March 2, is accompanied by Canadian lawmakers and delegates aiming to enhance business, academic, cultural and people-to-people ties with their Indian counterparts. Hailing strong relations between India and Canada, Johnston said that the theme of his visit was education, innovation, entrepreneurship. Feb 24, 2014
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Matteo Renzi to be Sworn in as Italy's PM Today

Matteo Renzi is all set to be sworn-in as the new prime minister of Italy on 22 February 2014. The 39-year-old Democratic Party leader and Florence mayor is the youngest-ever to become the country's prime minister. Feb 22, 2014
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Dignitaries from Saudi Arabia, Russia and Iran to visit India to boost ties

New Delhi, Feb 22 (ANI): Saudi Arabia’s crowned Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Dmitry Rogozin, and Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Mohammad Javad Zarif will visit India in a bid to boost bilateral ties. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation including cabinet ministers, senior officials and captains of industry. Later, Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Mohammad Javad Zarif, would visit India. Feb 22, 2014
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Pakistan's Punjab Governor vouches for better relations with India

mritsar, Feb 19 (ANI): The governor of Pakistan's Punjab, Mohammad Sarwar, who is on a visit to India's Punjab, made a move to strengthen bilateral ties during his tour, while mentioning that Muslims are most affected due to terrorism. Sarwar visited the holiest shrine of Sikhs, the Golden Temple, in Amritsar. While talking to mediapersons, he said it is high time for India and Pakistan to stop fighting and they must work together for the welfare of both the nations. While evading a direct answer to the security of minorities in Pakistan and about two Sikhs abducted there, Sarwar said the Muslims are the most affected due to terrorism. Feb 19, 2014
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Bahrain king seeks to boost ties with India during his first visit

New Delhi, Feb 19 (ANI): The King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, arrived in New Delhi for three-day official visit to India. The King will seek to bolster long-standing ties with India and open up new horizons of cooperation in various sectors. He was received at the Delhi airport by India's Minister of State for External Affairs E Ahamed. During his first visit to the country, the King of Bahrain will meet Indian President Pranab Mukherjee, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and a number of other senior officials. A number of agreements and memoranda of understanding will be signed during the visit and the two nations would also hold talks on regional and global development and issues of mutual concern. Feb 19, 2014