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Pakistan Seeks Stronger Ties with Russia

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on September 2, 2025, said Pakistan respects the long-standing relationship between Russia and India. He called it “perfectly fine,” reflecting Islamabad’s recognition of Moscow’s strategic partnership with New Delhi. Pakistan Seeks Supplementary Partnership Sharif stressed

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U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna Criticizes Trump Tariffs on India

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

U.S. Congressman Ro Khanna has voiced strong criticism against President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian goods. Khanna described the move as a serious setback that could undo decades of bipartisan efforts to strengthen the U.S.–India partnership. He emphasized that trade should not be turned into a political weapon, warning that such […]

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EU Holds Firm on Tech Rules Despite Trump Pressure

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

The European Union reaffirmed its commitment to enforcing its digital regulations, including the Digital Services Act (DSA) and the Digital Markets Act (DMA), despite mounting pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump. Statement from EU Leadership Henna Virkkunen, the EU’s digital chief, stated on Monday, September 1, that enforcement will continue across the bloc. She

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Eastern Afghanistan Earthquake Kills Over 1,400

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan late Sunday night, with its epicenter in Kunar Province. The quake was followed by several strong aftershocks, including a 5.5 magnitude tremor on Tuesday, deepening fears and hampering rescue operations. Massive Casualties and Widespread Injury Taliban officials confirmed that over 1,400 people have died and more than

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India Seeks New Markets for Pharma as U.S. Tariff Risks Grow

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

India is looking to expand its pharmaceutical exports to Russia, Brazil, and the Netherlands as a safeguard against possible U.S. tariff measures. The U.S. remains India’s largest market, accounting for nearly US$10.5 billion in exports in fiscal 2025, but growing trade tensions have pushed New Delhi to diversify its export destinations. Export Numbers and Growth […]

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Trump Adviser Urges India to Align with U.S., Not Russia

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

White House trade adviser Peter Navarro sharply criticized Prime Minister Modi’s meeting with Russia’s Putin and China’s Xi at the latest SCO summit, calling it a “shame.” Navarro urged India to reconsider its diplomatic posture, stating, “we hope he comes around to seeing that he needs to be with us and not Russia.” His remarks […]

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Belgium to Recognise Palestinian State at UN Assembly

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

Belgium has confirmed it will formally recognise the State of Palestine during the upcoming UN General Assembly session in September. The announcement follows a wave of similar commitments from countries including France, the UK, Canada, and Australia, signalling growing international momentum for Palestinian statehood. Conditional Recognition and Sanctions Belgian Foreign

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Jake Sullivan: Trump Sacrificed India Ties for Pakistan Deals

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

Former U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan has alleged that Donald Trump weakened America’s long-standing strategic partnership with India to advance his family’s business interests in Pakistan. Sullivan described this as a “huge strategic harm,” stressing that India is vital for U.S. goals in technology, regional balance, and global partnerships. Pakistan

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China Proposes SCO Bank and Energy Platform at Summit

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, Chinese President Xi Jinping outlined ambitious proposals to strengthen the bloc. He called for the creation of a dedicated SCO Development Bank and announced a Global Energy Cooperation Platform to boost economic collaboration. China also pledged US$1.4 billion in loans over the next three years to […]

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Newsom Mocks Trump with Modi-Putin-Xi SCO Moment

By BPN News Desk September 2, 2025

California Governor Gavin Newsom, a strong critic of Donald Trump, shared a video on X (formerly Twitter) showing Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Chinese President Xi Jinping walking together and sharing a laugh at the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Newsom captioned it with, “But have no fear … Trump is sending […]