More submarines, jets for Indian navy on the cards as PM Modi visits France
Both India and France have deep interests in the Indian Ocean and are concerned about China’s growing assertiveness in the region.
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China issues security warning to nationals in France
A bus carrying 41 Chinese tourists was attacked by rioters in the wake of the shooting of a 17-year-old by the police.
Chaebol chiefs meet with French president
Collaboration on energy, future mobility, and health care are the top agenda at the meeting, Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry said.
Indonesia confirms buying used Mirage fighter jets for $800 million
The country has long been seeking to overhaul its ageing air fleet which includes US-made F-16 and Russian Sukhoi Su-27 and Su-30 jets.
Cambodia has sent ‘over 1,200 students’ to France: Education minister
The education ministry has partnered with the French embassy since 2017 to provide scholarships to students who wish to study in France, especially those vying for post-graduate…
Germany’s Baerbock warns Europe against turning blind eye to tensions over Taiwan
She said Europe needed to maintain a close exchange with Beijing, but also to draw lessons from Russia’s war in Ukraine by tackling “unhealthy” dependencies on China.
French envoy optimistic on China ties
Despite criticism from politicians and commentators in Europe and the US, President Macron has said his position on the Taiwan question is unchanged.
French lawmakers to visit Taiwan amid growing cross-strait tensions
China has pledged to bring Taiwan under its control some day, by force if necessary, while Dr Tsai’s Democratic Progressive Party asserts that Taiwan is an independent nation.
French frigate plans to dock at Sihanoukville port March 24
The ship carries out patrol missions on a regular basis to underscore France’s adherence to respect for international law.
India-France joint army exercise starts today in Kerala
"This will further cement defence cooperation with France, which is a key aspect of the overall Indo-France strategic partnership", the Indian Defence Ministry said.