Telangana took another significant step towards deepening its global... partnerships as Canada in India Mr Chris Cooter, called on Hon’ble Chief Minister Sri Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad for wide-ranging discussions on enhancing bilateral cooperation across trade, investment, innovation, education, and sustainable development. ✅The meeting underscored the growing momentum in Canada–Telangana relations, with both sides exploring new avenues for collaboration in sectors that are shaping the future of economic growth. ✅During the discussions, the High Commissioner extended an invitation to the Hon’ble Chief Minister to lead a high-level delegation to #Canada, paving the way for stronger institutional and business engagement between the two regions. ✅A key focus of the meeting was Telangana’s ambitious infrastructure and urban transformation agenda. The High Commissioner expressed keen interest in flagship initiatives such as the Musi River Development Project, the Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion, and the proposed Future City, highlighting the potential for Canadian expertise and investments to contribute to these landmark projects. ✅Reflecting the growing confidence of Canadian businesses in #Telangana, Mr. Cooter highlighted several recent milestones that reinforce the state's emergence as a preferred global investment destination. ✅These include Firan Technology Group's decision to establish a manufacturing facility in #Hyderabad, the launch of CIBC's Global Capability Centre (GCC) in the city, and the strategic partnership between CPP Investments and Hyderabad-based CtrlS Datacenters, under which CPP Investments has committed up to CAD 1 billion. ✅Sharing Telangana’s remarkable growth story, the Hon’ble Chief Minister outlined the state's rapid progress across Information Technology, Life Sciences, Defence, and Aerospace, while emphasizing Hyderabad’s position as one of the world’s fastest-growing hubs for Global Capability Centres (GCCs), attracting leading Fortune 500 companies. ✅The Chief Minister also elaborated on the government's transformative vision for the Musi River Rejuvenation Project, describing it as a catalyst for creating a vibrant riverfront economy that integrates sustainability, urban development, and economic opportunity. He sought Canada's partnership in advancing Telangana's renewable energy ambitions, including solarisation initiatives and the broader transition towards a green economy. ✅Highlighting Telangana's vision of becoming a global knowledge and innovation hub, the Chief Minister noted that several leading international universities are exploring opportunities to establish campuses in Hyderabad. ✅He also proposed the establishment of a multi-university campus by a consortium of Canadian universities, creating new opportunities for academic collaboration, research, and talent development. ✅Welcoming Canada's expanding engagement with Telangana, the Chief Minister invited Canadian companies, investors, academic institutions, and innovation partners to participate in the second edition of Telangana's Global Investors Summit, scheduled for December, as a platform to explore strategic partnerships and investment opportunities across high-growth sectors. ✅Speaking on the occasion, High Commissioner Chris Cooter commended Telangana's forward-looking governance, investor-friendly policies, and strong focus on job creation. He observed that the state's exceptional talent pool and innovation ecosystem position it as one of India's most promising destinations for global investment and collaboration. ✅Reaffirming Canada's commitment to strengthening ties with Telangana, Mr. Cooter assured full support for the state's development priorities and announced that a Canadian trade delegation will visit Telangana in the coming months to explore collaboration in areas including energy, urban development, defence, and aerospace. ✅The meeting was also attended by Advisor and Ex-Officio Special Chief Secretary to the CM K. Ramakrishna Rao garu, Invest Telangana CEO B. Ajith Reddy garu, TGIIC Managing Director Shashanka garu, ITE&C Joint Secretary Anudeep Durishetty garu, and Director of Industries Nikhil Chakravarthy garu. ✅The discussions reaffirmed the shared commitment of Canada and Telangana to building enduring partnerships that drive innovation, sustainable development, economic prosperity, and global competitiveness. #CanadaTelangana #CanadaIndiaRelations #InvestInTelanganashow more

Major milestone for #Telangana. The Government of Telangana has... entered into an MoU with Sun Petrochemicals, a leading energy company to develop 3 Pumped Storage Hydro Power projects in Nagarkurnool, Mancherial, and Mulugu districts, totalling a massive 3,400 MW capacity. Alongside, integrated solar power plants (5,440 MW) will be developed, driving the state's green energy goals. The project comes with an estimated ₹45,500 crore investment, creating over 7,000 jobs during the construction phase. This is set to boost socio-economic growth, particularly in these regions. Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Revanth Reddy garu welcomed the huge agreement, noting that Telangana’s investments soared at #Davos last year, the #TelanganaRising delegation had scored a great watermark agreement with this deal with #SunPetrochemicals. This deal continues that momentum in the renewable energy sector. “Telangana is broadening its investment base, creating massive job opportunities and transforming areas like Nagarkurnool, Mancherial, and Mulugu,” Chief Minister added. IT & Industries Minister Shri Minister Sridhar Babu garu highlighted the year-long efforts to secure this deal, noting it’s one of the largest investments since 2014. Shri Dilip Shanghvi, MD of Sun Pharma & Sun Petrochemicals, hailed Telangana as an "irresistible investment destination" under CM Shri Revanth Reddy's leadership, with green energy as a game-changer for the state's economy. Sridhar Babu Duddilla Jayesh Ranjan #WEF25 #Davos25 #InvestInTelanganashow more

Sanjiv Goenka had earlier identified the Urban Land Ceiling... framework as a major obstacle to industrialisation and large-scale private investment in West Bengal, noting that the state was among the few still enforcing these restrictive provisions. In a significant policy shift, the State Budget presented by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta has placed industrial revival at the centre of Bengal’s growth agenda. The government has committed to re-examining the Urban Land Ceiling Act to attract mega private investments and accelerate industrial development. This move signals a recognition of the reforms needed to improve ease of doing business, build industrial infrastructure, and position West Bengal as a preferred destination for domestic and global investors. If implemented effectively, it could lay the foundation for a more competitive, investment-driven economy and bring the vision of a Viksit Bengal closer to reality.show more

TG govt, Analog and MEIL signed a MoU to... collaborate on developing next-generation intelligent infrastructure and AI-driven urban solutions. • The MoU was signed in the presence of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy after a high-level meeting with Analog Founder & CEO Alex Kipman and MEIL MD P. Krishna Reddy. • They briefed the Chief Minister on the proposed #Hyderabad Traffic Pilot Project aimed at improving urban mobility and city management through advanced technologies. • Discussions focused on the progress of joint projects being undertaken by Analog and MEIL. • The companies presented their vision for next-generation intelligent infrastructure and physical intelligence-based solutions. • The companies showcased how sensors, robotics and AI can create safer, smarter and more responsive urban infrastructure. • Their presentation highlighted the concept of Cognitive Cities, including AI-enabled adaptive traffic signals, real-time congestion management, early detection of water leakages, smart energy management, and priority routes for ambulances and fire services during emergencies. • The companies also explained how data-driven infrastructure planning can improve governance and enhance citizen services. • Chief Minister Revanth Reddy directed officials to integrate Hyderabad’s traffic signals into a unified intelligent system. • He suggested AI-driven traffic management that dynamically adjusts signal timings based on traffic congestion and weather conditions. • The MoU aims to strengthen technological collaboration and accelerate innovation-led infrastructure development in Telangana.show more

Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Ishaq... Dar received H.E. Dr. Gordan Grlić Radman Gordan Grlić Radman , Minister for Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Croatia, and the Croatian delegation this morning. Both sides discussed ways to strengthen ties in the field of trade, investment, agriculture, labour mobility, visa facilitation, education, defence, climate change, tourism, infrastructure, and IT. They also exchanged views on various facets of Pakistan-EU cooperation as well as regional and global issues of interest. Recognizing that connectivity lies at the heart of sustainable development, regional stability, and global economic integration, the two sides discussed the possibilities and potential for collaboration between the ports of Pakistan and Croatia. Both sides agreed to hold Bilateral Political Consultations during the current year or early 2027. The visit marks an important step in strengthening relations between the two countries.show more

Earlier today, I had the privilege of touring the... Teknowledge office in Lagos alongside the Honorable Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande (Ayodele Olawande ). Also present was Niyi Odejobi, as we explored the groundbreaking work Teknowledge is doing to drive technological innovation and youth empowerment in Nigeria. Teknowledge is dedicated to equipping young Nigerians with the skills and resources they need to thrive in the digital economy. Through specialized training in software development, artificial intelligence, digital entrepreneurship, and startup incubation, the organization is helping bridge the digital skills gap, fostering innovation, and creating opportunities for young people to excel. Their work is shaping a future where Nigerian youth are not just consumers of technology but active creators and leaders in the space. During the visit, the Minister was visibly impressed by the impact Teknowledge is making. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting initiatives that empower young people through digital education and job creation. He also spoke about the importance of strategic collaborations between the Federal Ministry of Youth Development and organizations like Teknowledge to expand access to tech-driven opportunities for Nigerian youth. It was inspiring to witness the alignment between Teknowledge’s vision and the Ministry’s goals. With strong partnerships like this, we are paving the way for a future where Nigerian youth have the skills, knowledge, and support to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital world. The future is bright, and I look forward to seeing the impact these collaborations will bring.show more

Mr. Tipu Usman Chaudhry, High Commissioner-designate of Pakistan to... the United Kingdom, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar Ishaq Dar. DPM/FM underscored the significance of Pakistan-UK bilateral relations and directed the High Commissioner-designate to redouble efforts to further deepen and broaden the partnership between the two countries across political, economic, and people-to-people domains. DPM/FM further highlighted that the UK is home to one of the largest, most dynamic, and vibrant Pakistani diasporas in the world. He emphasized that extending proactive consular services and welfare support to the overseas Pakistani community must remain a top priority for the High Commission. DPM/FM appreciated Mr. Usman’s valuable contributions as Chief of Protocol at the Ministry and wished him success in his new assignment.show more

Inspired by what I witnessed in #Dalian, #China. The... country’s remarkable progress in technology, innovation, and #green #industrialization is creating a new model of sustainable economic development. The visit to two leading Green Industrial Parks highlighted how innovation, clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and environmental stewardship can work together to drive growth and prosperity. Special thanks to Pr Deng Yanhong and the China Green Industry Consortium for their partnership. As Djibouti pursues its economic transformation and diversification agenda, we look forward to deepening cooperation and building together a greener industrial parks, more resilient, and more prosperous future. 🇩🇯🤝🇨🇳 #Djibouti #China #GreenDevelopment #IndustrialParks #GreenIndustry #Innovation #Technology #EconomicTransformation #SustainableDevelopment #PartnershipForGrowthshow more

Maharashtra has immense potential in fisheries and animal husbandry,... driving prosperity. Chaired a high level meeting in Mumbai on the fisheries sector and holistic development of the state. There are great opportunities for development in the fisheries and animal husbandry sectors in the state. Highlighted the potential of fisheries sector as a pillar of the rural and coastal economy. Directed the formulation of a comprehensive policy to harness potential of the fisheries sector, stressing that women’s participation is vital for achieving 'Vikasit Maharashtra 2047'. Directed creation of a 'Vision Management Unit' for effective planning and execution in the fisheries sector. The vision document prepared with participation of experts, officials, and local stakeholders provides a strong foundation for development and its implementation should be accelerated without delay. Enhanced financial allocation is essential for growth in the fisheries sector. Minister Pankajatai Munde, Minister Nitesh Rane, and senior officials were present. Narendra Modi Pankaja Gopinath Munde Nitesh Rane #Maharashtra #Fisheries #Mumbaishow more

Canadian Prime Minister Mike Carney openly says, while in... China, that Canada’s partnership with Beijing puts the country in a strong position for what the “new world order.” Carney adds that he is “heartened by the leadership” of China and views the relationship as increasingly important on the global stage. He goes further, suggesting Canada and China can become “strategic partners,” even extending cooperation to matters of security.show more

🇵🇰 🇧🇩 Dhaka: Major Breakthrough in Pakistan–Bangladesh Relations After... 20 years, the 9th Pakistan–Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) meeting was held in Dhaka — marking a major milestone in strengthening bilateral economic and development cooperation between the two countries. The meeting was co-chaired by Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Petroleum, Ali Pervez Malik, and Bangladesh’s Economic Affairs Adviser, Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed. According to the joint communiqué: Pakistan offered Bangladesh access to the Karachi Port Trust, enabling Dhaka to trade with China, Central Asian states, and other regional countries through the port. Both sides emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation between their national shipping corporations. Pakistan expressed gratitude for Bangladesh’s warm hospitality, with Minister Ali Pervez Malik noting that Pakistan–Bangladesh relations are rooted in mutual respect and friendship. The two countries agreed to expedite efforts for launching direct flights between Pakistan and Bangladesh. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Pakistan Halal Authority and the Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institute (BSTI) to enhance collaboration in Halal trade, paving the way for closer cooperation in product quality and certification. The communiqué also emphasized the establishment of a Pakistan–Bangladesh Knowledge Corridor, proposing 500 new, fully-funded scholarships in Pakistan for Bangladeshi students. Under the Pakistan Technical Assistance Program, Pakistan increased the number of training slots from 5 to 25. Both sides agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, industry, energy, climate change, and information technology, as well as in agriculture, transport and communications, education, banking, health, tourism, media, and textiles. The two countries also agreed to enhance collaboration in medical and religious tourism. At the conclusion of the meeting, both countries signed the agreed minutes of the 9th Joint Economic Commission, reaffirming their commitment to expanding economic and developmental ties.show more

Astra Nova is part of the Sanabil Startup Unlocked... by 500 Global ! ✨ We’re excited to be welcomed in the inaugural batch that includes founders building in Web3 and beyond! 🔥 Dedicated to fueling innovation and supporting high-growth ventures, Sanabil is a financial investment company, wholly owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), that commits more than USD 3 billion in capital per annum into global private investments that include venture capital and growth opportunities. 500 Global is a multi-stage venture capital firm managing $2.4 billion in assets. They invest in founders creating rapidly growing technology companies, with a focus on markets where technology, innovation, and capital can generate long-term value and foster economic growth. More huge announcements coming soon as we close this year and welcome another big year to continue building. 🚀show more

Antalya: 17 April 2026. Senior Advisor to the U.S.... President for Arab and African Affairs, H.E. Mr. Massad Boulos, paid a courtesy call on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, on the sidelines of the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum (ADF 2026) in Antalya, Türkiye, today. During the cordial meeting, the Prime Minister conveyed his warm regards for President Donald Trump, while fondly recalling his own warm and cordial interactions with him. He reiterated deep appreciation for President Trump’s bold and decisive leadership that had led to the ceasefire between Pakistan and India last year, when both countries were on the brink of war. The Prime Minister lauded President Trump for his leadership that led to the successful conclusion of the ceasefire in Lebanon. The two sides also discussed current regional developments including Pakistan’s peace efforts that led to the ceasefire as well as the historic Islamabad Talks. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening Pakistan-U.S. bilateral relations, especially economic and trade cooperation, as well as matters of mutual interest in multilateral diplomacy. Mr. Massad Boulos conveyed greetings to the Prime Minister from President Donald Trump and appreciated Pakistan’s constructive contributions to regional stability. He also reiterated the United States’ interest in deepening engagement with Pakistan on shared priorities, including counter-terrorism, economic development, and addressing global challenges. Deputy Prime Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Federal Ministe for Information Attaullah Tarar and SAPM Syed Tariq Fatemi also attended the meeting.show more

Any attack on the President is an attack on... the millions of Zimbabweans who entrusted him with the responsibility to lead our nation in accordance with the Constitution of Zimbabwe. Leadership in a democracy is derived from the will of the people, and President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa was elected to serve and advance the interests of the nation. Those of us who believe in peace, stability, national unity, and progressive development will continue to stand firmly behind him. As Zimbabweans, we have a collective responsibility to support initiatives that promote economic growth, infrastructure development, investment, job creation, and the overall prosperity of our country. I will continue to stand with our Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, First Secretary of ZANU-PF, and President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa. My support is rooted in my belief that Zimbabwe's future is built through unity, hard work, constructive engagement, and a shared commitment to national development. Zimbabwe belongs to all of us, and it is our duty to work together in building a stronger, more prosperous, and more united nation for future generations. #NyikaInovakwaNeVeneVayo 🇿🇼show more

First Lady Bibi Aseefa B Zardari received the Ambassador... of the Republic of Indonesia to Pakistan, His Excellency Mr. Chandra Warsenanto Sukotjo, who called on her at Bilawal House, Karachi, today. The Ambassador was accompanied by his spouse. Welcoming the Ambassador and his spouse to Karachi, the First Lady congratulated him on the successful organisation of the Pakistan-Indonesia Investment Forum in Karachi and appreciated his efforts to further strengthen bilateral economic engagement. The First Lady observed that Pakistan and Indonesia enjoy longstanding and friendly relations founded on mutual respect, shared values, and close cooperation. She said that the two countries have consistently supported each other and worked together to promote peace, development, and prosperity in the region and beyond. Recalling the historical bonds between the two nations, the First Lady said that Indonesia’s founding President, Dr. Ir. Sukarno, shared a close personal friendship with her grandfather, Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. She noted that both leaders were united by their commitment to the dignity of newly independent nations, Asian solidarity, and a more equitable international order. Their friendship, she remarked, imparted added warmth and depth to Pakistan-Indonesia relations and continues to inspire efforts to further strengthen the partnership between the two countries. During the meeting, the two sides exchanged views on expanding cooperation in trade and investment, agriculture, education, healthcare, technology transfer, vaccine development, women entrepreneurship, tourism, cultural exchanges, and people-to-people contacts. The First Lady underscored the importance of enhancing agricultural cooperation, noting that Indonesia remains an important destination for Pakistan’s rice exports, particularly premium rice produced in Sindh. She welcomed the ongoing efforts of both governments to revive the Government-to-Government rice cooperation framework, expressing confidence that it would further strengthen agricultural collaboration and create new opportunities for farmers and exporters. She also highlighted the significance of continued cooperation in palm oil and other agricultural commodities for the mutual benefit of both countries. Highlighting opportunities for future collaboration, the First Lady said that agriculture, food security, women-led entrepreneurship, education, and stronger people-to-people exchanges offer considerable potential for further broadening bilateral cooperation. She also expressed interest in benefiting from Indonesia’s successful experience in family planning and population management, as well as expanding cooperation in healthcare, including technology transfer, vaccine development, and Pakistan’s ongoing efforts towards the eradication of polio. The Ambassador briefed the First Lady on his recent visit to various parts of Sindh and shared his positive impressions of the province’s agricultural, economic, and investment potential. He reaffirmed Indonesia’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation, particularly in trade, agriculture, palm oil, rice, investment, healthcare, and cultural exchanges. The Ambassador also presented the First Lady with a commemorative publication containing infographics and historical timelines depicting the evolution of Pakistan-Indonesia relations. The First Lady asked the Ambassador to convey her warm greetings and best wishes to the Government and the people of Indonesia. She expressed confidence that the friendship between Pakistan and Indonesia would continue to flourish and that the two countries would further expand cooperation across diverse fields for the mutual benefit of their peoples.show more

Earlier this week, we had the privilege of representing... #TamilNadu at the prestigious #ParisAirShow2025, one of the world’s most significant events in the aerospace and defence sector ! At the inauguration of the India Pavilion, it was a proud moment to see #TamilNadu recognised as a leader in A&D manufacturing and innovation. Alongside the team from TIDCO and Guidance Tamil Nadu, we led a delegation that engaged with several global aerospace majors, and many conversations show immense potential. Our focus of our conversations was clear: forge strategic partnerships, enable technology transfer, attract investments and create high-value #JobsForTN. We had high-level meetings with senior officials from the French Government and industry leaders from across the globe. It was extremely encouraging to see Tamil Nadu’s growing reputation as one of the two defence corridors in India – with a proven track record in delivering world-class manufacturing infrastructure, progressive policy support and a thriving MSME and OEM ecosystem. Under the visionary leadership of Honourable CMOTamilNadu Thiru. M.K.Stalin - தமிழ்நாட்டை தலைகுனிய விடமாட்டேன் avargal, Tamil Nadu has been methodically building a robust and globally competitive Aerospace & Defence ecosystem. From skilling to infrastructure, R&D to innovation, we are creating a future-ready industrial base that’s not just Make in India, but #MakeInTamil Nadu, for the world ! We are now all set to convert these engagements into impactful outcomes for the state ! #BullishOnTN #InvestInTN #JobsForTN #DravidianModelshow more

Today, the Honourable Minister of State for Petroleum Resources... (Gas), Rt. Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, undertook his first official inspection visit to the PTDF College for Petroleum and Energy Studies, Kaduna (CPESK). The visit represents a major milestone in the Federal Government’s ongoing commitment to domesticating globally competitive education and expertise in the oil and gas sector. During the visit, the Executive Secretary of the Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF), Mr. Ahmed Galadima Aminu, announced that CPESK is set to commence split-site PhD programmes in 2025. These programmes will be run in collaboration with international partner institutions, including Robert Gordon University, the University of Strathclyde, and the University of Portsmouth. He also disclosed that a significant number of Nigerians have already applied for admission to the College through the recently advertised PTDF 2025 Overseas Scholarship Scheme (OSS). While commending the leadership of the Executive Secretary and the CPESK Interim Management Team, the Honourable Minister described the facility as “a world-class institution” and declared it “ready for commissioning,” affirming that it is now poised to begin delivering tangible value to Nigeria’s energy sector and contributing meaningfully to human capital development. #petroleumtechnologydevelopmentfund #ptdf #oilandgasindustry #abuja #collegeofpetroleumandenergystudieskaduna #cpesk #centreforskillsanddevelopmenttraining #csdt #scholarshipopportunities #overseascholarshipscheme #incountryscholarshipscheme #iss #oss #ptdfabuja #ministryofpetroleumresources #gastechnology #capacitybuilding #researchandinnovation #universities #stem #students #localcontentshow more

Islamabad: 6 July 2026. Candidate for the position of... United Nations Secretary-General, H.E. Ms. María Fernanda Espinosa, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister House today. While welcoming Ms. Espinosa, the Prime Minister expressed Pakistan’s longstanding commitment to multilateralism, as well as the high significance it has always attached to the United Nations. While reaffirming this abiding commitment to the UN, the Prime Minister expressed the hope that the incoming leadership of the United Nations will continue to work towards promoting the three pillars of the United Nations in a balanced manner through adherence to the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, faithful implementation of UN Security Council resolutions, respect for international law and treaties, and active international cooperation among Member States within the framework of the UN Charter to promote global peace and prosperity. Ms. Espinosa thanked the Prime Minister for receiving her and praised Pakistan for its leading role in recent regional peace efforts as well as its active participation in the United Nations over the past many decades. Ms.Espinosa had previously visited Pakistan in 2019 in her capacity as President of the United Nations General Assembly.show more

Congratulations to Prime Minister #DrAbiyAhmedAli for reinforcing a model... of leadership centered on: • Sovereignty and institutional strengthening • Regional integration and intra-African trade • Infrastructure development led by African professionals. The message was clear: Africa must build Africa with global partnerships that respect African leadership and priorities. Diaspora & U.S.–Africa Collaboration As Americans with deep connections to our countries of origin, we are ready to contribute: ✔ Investment and entrepreneurship ✔ Technical expertise and workforce development ✔ Infrastructure and institutional capacity building ✔ Ethical and transparent partnerships Sustainable progress requires collaboration between governments, private sector leaders, and the African diaspora. Africa is not looking for dependency. Africa is building strategic partnerships. Africa Rising. Africa Leading. Africa Delivering. #39thAfricanUnionSummit #AfricanLeadership #Agenda2063 #DiasporaEngagement #USAfricaPartnership #InfrastructureDevelopmentshow more