insert_link World India-EU to talk trade, investment and defense during VDL-Modi meet India and the European Union say they're eager to mark a new phase in bilateral relations ahead of talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi today. European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen will discuss a free trade agreement and possibly defence and investment deals with Indian officials as China and US tariffs loom large on both Indian and European economies. Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi. today28 February, 2025
insert_link World Chinese state media plays down inauguration U.S President Donald Trump held off unveiling China-specific tariffs on his first day in office, and said he would be having "meetings and calls" with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Initial reaction to US President Donald Trump's inauguration speech was fairly muted in China. Laura Westbrook has more. today21 January, 2025
