US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin arrives in New Delhi on a three-day visit to India. Austin will meet his Indian counterpart Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other senior dignitaries of the government during this visit.

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin arrives in India on a 3-day visit

An Indian drugmaker has partnered with Russia's Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine developer on Friday to produce 200 million doses of the Russian <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/coronavirus-vaccine">coronavirus vaccine</a>.

The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) in a statement confirmed its partnership with Strides Pharma Science's unit Stelis Biopharma "to produce and supply a minimum of 200 million doses of the Russian Sputnik V vaccine". &nbsp;

RDIF also said that Stelin will work with the Russian wealth fund for further supplies "beyond the initial agreement".

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RDIF chief Kirill Dmitriev said that the "significant vaccine volumes" that will be produced by Stelis "will help widen access to the vaccine on a global scale".

The deal follows similar agreements with Indian pharmaceutical firms Gland Pharma and Hetero to produce millions of doses of Sputnik V jabs.&nbsp;

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-share-4-million-doses-of-astrazeneca-vaccine-with-mexico-canada-371635">US to share 4 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine with Mexico, Canada</a>

Sputnik V, named after the Soviet-era satellite, has been approved by 22 nations so far.&nbsp;

However, RDIF has said that 52 countries have approved the use of the Russian vaccine.&nbsp;

Moscow registered the vaccine in August last year before conducting large-scale clinical trials, but leading medical journal The Lancet has since said it is safe and has an efficacy of more than 90 per cent.

India is the world's biggest vaccine producer and currently supplying several countries with Oxford-AstraZeneca doses.&nbsp; 
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An Indian drugmaker has partnered with Russia's Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine developer on Friday to produce 200 million doses of the Russian coronavirus vaccine.

An Indian drugmaker has partnered with Russia's Sputnik V coronavirus vaccine developer on Friday to produce 200 million doses of the Russian coronavirus vaccine. The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) in a statement confirmed its partnership with Strides Pharma Science's unit Stelis Biopharma "to produce and supply a minimum of 200 million doses of the Russian Sputnik V vaccine". RDIF also said that Stelin will work with the Russian wealth fund for further supplies "beyond the initial agreement". Watch | RDIF chief Kirill Dmitriev said that the "significant vaccine volumes" that will be produced by Stelis "will help widen access to the vaccine on a global scale". The deal follows similar agreements with Indian pharmaceutical firms Gland Pharma and Hetero to produce millions of doses of Sputnik V jabs. Also read | US to share 4 million doses of AstraZeneca vaccine with Mexico, Canada Sputnik V, named after the Soviet-era satellite, has been approved by 22 nations so far. However, RDIF has said that 52 countries have approved the use of the Russian vaccine. Moscow registered the vaccine in August last year before conducting large-scale clinical trials, but leading medical journal The Lancet has since said it is safe and has an efficacy of more than 90 per cent. India is the world's biggest vaccine producer and currently supplying several countries with Oxford-AstraZeneca doses.

Indian drugmaker enters into partnership to produce 200 million doses of Sputnik V vaccine

India advocated for peaceful dialogue over the situation in Crimea at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) by saying individual relations 'stand own merit'.

India calls for dialogue over Crimea at United Nations Security Council

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin is the first US official from the Joe Biden administration to visit India and will meet National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar upon arrival.

India: US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin set to arrive in New Delhi

A day after Pakistan Prime minister Imran Khan said that he would like to resolve all issues with India, Army chief General Qamar Bajwa also said that the acrimonies of the past should be left behind.

Pakistan: After PM Imran Khan, Army chief General Qamar Bajwa talks peace

As virtual private network (VPN) usage grows in countries like India, a new report has warned that Chinese government has access to massive sets of data like private emails, messenger conversations and personal records, as most of the VPNs being used are Chinese-owned.

China harvesting 20% of world's data including from India, says report

India on Wednesday advocated peaceful dialogue -- on the lines of the Arria formula -- on the situation in Crimea at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) follow-up meeting that was held earlier on March 12, 2021.

Speaking at the UNSC, India's Deputy Permanent Representative-Political Coordinator to the UN R Ravindra said that India has advocated political and diplomatic solutions that protect the legitimate interests of all countries in the region and ensure long-term peace and stability in Europe and beyond.

The path forward can only be through peaceful dialogue for a lasting solution acceptable to all concerned.

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-will-never-accept-russias-occupation-of-crimea-g7-371383">We will never accept Russia's occupation of Crimea: G7</a>

"I wish to clarify that India's relations with countries in the region stand on their own merit. They are not affected by any individual issue or crisis or external factors," he said.

While thanking the Russian delegation for organising this follow-up meeting, he cautioned, "Allow me to also place on record our reservations on this format of meeting as it has been misused in the past."

This was the second Arria-formula meeting on Crimea in five days.

Wednesday meeting was a follow-up to the 12 March high-level Arria-formula meeting on Crimea organised by Council members Estonia, France, Ireland, Norway, the UK, and the US.

As per Russia, the meeting's objective was to provide comprehensive information on the situation in Crimea from current residents of Crimea.

After the 2014 referendum, Crimea (Russian-speaking province of Ukraine) subsequently acceded to Russia.

Council members whose positions are closely aligned with that of Ukraine have used the Arria-formula format to promote discussions on different aspects of the situation in Crimea starting in March 2014.

Since then, these meetings have been held each March on the anniversary of the Russian annexation of Crimea. They have usually been organised jointly by European members of the Council and the US, in partnership with Ukraine. Most Council members have been generally supportive of holding such meetings.

 
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India on Wednesday advocated peaceful dialogue -- on the lines of the Arria formula -- on the situation in Crimea at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) follow-up meeting that was held earlier on March 12, 2021.

India on Wednesday advocated peaceful dialogue -- on the lines of the Arria formula -- on the situation in Crimea at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) follow-up meeting that was held earlier on March 12, 2021. Speaking at the UNSC, India's Deputy Permanent Representative-Political Coordinator to the UN R Ravindra said that India has advocated political and diplomatic solutions that protect the legitimate interests of all countries in the region and ensure long-term peace and stability in Europe and beyond. The path forward can only be through peaceful dialogue for a lasting solution acceptable to all concerned. Also read | We will never accept Russia's occupation of Crimea: G7 "I wish to clarify that India's relations with countries in the region stand on their own merit. They are not affected by any individual issue or crisis or external factors," he said. While thanking the Russian delegation for organising this follow-up meeting, he cautioned, "Allow me to also place on record our reservations on this format of meeting as it has been misused in the past." This was the second Arria-formula meeting on Crimea in five days. Wednesday meeting was a follow-up to the 12 March high-level Arria-formula meeting on Crimea organised by Council members Estonia, France, Ireland, Norway, the UK, and the US. As per Russia, the meeting's objective was to provide comprehensive information on the situation in Crimea from current residents of Crimea. After the 2014 referendum, Crimea (Russian-speaking province of Ukraine) subsequently acceded to Russia. Council members whose positions are closely aligned with that of Ukraine have used the Arria-formula format to promote discussions on different aspects of the situation in Crimea starting in March 2014. Since then, these meetings have been held each March on the anniversary of the Russian annexation of Crimea. They have usually been organised jointly by European members of the Council and the US, in partnership with Ukraine. Most Council members have been generally supportive of holding such meetings.

India advocates peaceful dialogue on Crimea at UNSC meeting

Sri Lanka is claiming support from India at United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) but New Delhi has not made any official remark on the upcoming UN resolution against Columbo over war crimes committed during Sri Lankan civil war.

Sri Lanka claims support from India at UNHRC

A day after Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan said he wants to resolve all issues with India, countries Army Chief General Qamar Javed Bajwa asserted that the peace between the two neighbours would help to "unlock" the potential of the South and Central Asia.

WION Dispatch: After Imran Khan, Pak's Army Chief talks peace with India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to visit the capital of Bangladesh i.e. Dhaka in the month of March. Both the countries mark 50 years of diplomatic relations on the occasion of which it is set to happen.

Bangladesh: Indian PM Modi to visit Dhaka in March

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the ‘Maitri Setu’ bridge built over river Feni connecting India and Bangladesh via video conferencing along with other infrastructural projects in Tripura.

PM Modi inaugurates 'Maitri Setu' bridge between India and Bangladesh

India has said that it is going ahead with administring the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine and will continue to roll out the shot in its huge immunisation programme "with full vigour".

India: AstraZeneca vaccinations will go on with full vigour

The world's largest vaccine manufacturer India has said that it is going ahead with AstraZeneca vaccinations as it has seen no sign that the vaccine causes blood clots among the recipients.

India: AstraZeneca vaccinations will go on full vigour

Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has spoken over the phone with US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. The Treasury Chief conveyed her intention to work closely with India and appreciated India's role as a critical partner in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic.

Indian FM Sitharaman speaks to US Treasury Chief Janet Yellen

Boris Johnson is coming to India next month. The British prime minister was supposed to visit in January, but the pandemic worsened in the UK and the visit had to be called off. It's back on his schedule now. Johnson will visit New Delhi on the April 26. He also plans to travel to Pune.&nbsp;

This will be his first major international trip after Brexit. It will also mark a new beginning as London is reshaping its relationship with the world. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Recently, the British government conducted a major review of its security, defence, development and foreign policy. It's a 100-page document. It basically spells out Boris Johnson's vision for the UK.&nbsp;

It says Johnson wants a major foreign policy shift, a 'tilt to the Indo-Pacific' and the road to that, goes through India. The British government says the purpose of Johnson's trip is to 'unlock opportunities in the region'. &nbsp;&nbsp;

It is planning multiple engagements. First, Johnson is coming to India. Then, he has invited India for the G7 summit. India is not part of the G7, or the group of seven, but the summit will be held in the UK and as the host country, Britain has extended an invite to India. &nbsp;&nbsp;

So, the UK is out of the European Union and after Brexit, it is trying to rebuild its relationship with the world. Going by reports, Johnson wants to project that the UK is a force of good. He wants to champion global action and democratic values, which is why it wants more influence in the Indo-Pacific. Johnson's review calls the Indo-Pacific 'increasingly the geopolitical centre of the world'. It's a good assessment. It also explains why the UK is moving a warship to the region. &nbsp;

Earlier this year, London announced plans to deploy a new carrier strike group led by HMS Queen Elizabeth. This is a 65,000-tonne and 280-metre-long Royal Navy fleet flagship. Reports say it has a flight deck that can carry up to 40 aircraft.

Now, why does the UK need a warship in the Indo-Pacific?&nbsp;

As the UK has left the European Union, it needs new trading partners. It has applied to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. This is a trade agreement between 11 countries including Australia and Japan. Britain wants to join the group. These countries face one common challenge, China's aggression in the Indo-Pacific.&nbsp;

Now, here's the thing any trade relationship requires free and open trading routes. Countries in the Indo-Pacific see China, a threat and if the UK wants to join them, it will have to prepare for the China threat, which is why it is sending a warship to these waters.&nbsp;

It is now in the UK's interests to ensure that the Indo-Pacific remains free and open. According to a report, the United Kingdom has moved to strengthen security cooperation with several Indo-Pacific countries. It is working on stronger defence ties with Japan and members of the FPDA that is the five power defence arrangements. This list also includes Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand and Singapore. The FPDA is a series of defence relationships. They were established through a series of multilateral agreements between these countries. In simpler words, the UK is coming closer to the major players in this region. The UK also maintains military outposts in Brunei as well as a naval support facility in Singapore. So, the signs are clear.&nbsp;

Boris Johnson wants a bigger role for the UK in the world and he is betting Britain's future on the Indo-Pacific. In December last year, the UK's foreign secretary Dominic Raab said, “If you look at India and the Indo-Pacific region and take a long-term view, that is where the growth opportunities will be". So, London plans to woo New Delhi to become a key stakeholder in the Indo-Pacific.&nbsp;

Boris Johnson is coming to India next month. The British prime minister was supposed to visit in January, but the pandemic worsened in the UK and the visit had to be called off.

Boris Johnson is coming to India next month. The British prime minister was supposed to visit in January, but the pandemic worsened in the UK and the visit had to be called off. It's back on his schedule now. Johnson will visit New Delhi on the April 26. He also plans to travel to Pune. This will be his first major international trip after Brexit. It will also mark a new beginning as London is reshaping its relationship with the world. Recently, the British government conducted a major review of its security, defence, development and foreign policy. It's a 100-page document. It basically spells out Boris Johnson's vision for the UK. It says Johnson wants a major foreign policy shift, a 'tilt to the Indo-Pacific' and the road to that, goes through India. The British government says the purpose of Johnson's trip is to 'unlock opportunities in the region'. It is planning multiple engagements. First, Johnson is coming to India. Then, he has invited India for the G7 summit. India is not part of the G7, or the group of seven, but the summit will be held in the UK and as the host country, Britain has extended an invite to India. So, the UK is out of the European Union and after Brexit, it is trying to rebuild its relationship with the world. Going by reports, Johnson wants to project that the UK is a force of good. He wants to champion global action and democratic values, which is why it wants more influence in the Indo-Pacific. Johnson's review calls the Indo-Pacific 'increasingly the geopolitical centre of the world'. It's a good assessment. It also explains why the UK is moving a warship to the region. Earlier this year, London announced plans to deploy a new carrier strike group led by HMS Queen Elizabeth. This is a 65,000-tonne and 280-metre-long Royal Navy fleet flagship. Reports say it has a flight deck that can carry up to 40 aircraft. Now, why does the UK need a warship in the Indo-Pacific? As the UK has left the European Union, it needs new trading partners. It has applied to join the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. This is a trade agreement between 11 countries including Australia and Japan. Britain wants to join the group. These countries face one common challenge, China's aggression in the Indo-Pacific. Now, here's the thing any trade relationship requires free and open trading routes. Countries in the Indo-Pacific see China, a threat and if the UK wants to join them, it will have to prepare for the China threat, which is why it is sending a warship to these waters. It is now in the UK's interests to ensure that the Indo-Pacific remains free and open. According to a report, the United Kingdom has moved to strengthen security cooperation with several Indo-Pacific countries. It is working on stronger defence ties with Japan and members of the FPDA that is the five power defence arrangements. This list also includes Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand and Singapore. The FPDA is a series of defence relationships. They were established through a series of multilateral agreements between these countries. In simpler words, the UK is coming closer to the major players in this region. The UK also maintains military outposts in Brunei as well as a naval support facility in Singapore. So, the signs are clear. Boris Johnson wants a bigger role for the UK in the world and he is betting Britain's future on the Indo-Pacific. In December last year, the UK's foreign secretary Dominic Raab said, “If you look at India and the Indo-Pacific region and take a long-term view, that is where the growth opportunities will be". So, London plans to woo New Delhi to become a key stakeholder in the Indo-Pacific.

UK looks to become a key stakeholder in Indo-Pacific 

For China, winning the vaccine race was never an option.

At least 22 Chinese institutions were pressed into action.

According to some reports, China developed a Wuhan virus vaccine as early as February 2020.

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It started clinical trials in March and published results in May 2020.

In China's view, it was leading the vaccine race.

In reality, not so much.

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-bid-to-lead-the-vaccine-race-beijing-makes-chinese-jabs-compulsory-371241">In a bid to lead the vaccine race, Beijing makes Chinese jabs compulsory</a>

This is the story of how China tried to cheat in the vaccine race.

Let us first take you through a quick timeline.

In December 2019, China finally reported the Wuhan virus outbreak to the World Health Organization (WHO).

In January 2020, China exported the virus.

On January 13, 2020, the first case of the Wuhan virus was reported outside China.

On March 11 last year, the WHO declared the outbreak a pandemic.

By May, China had successfully brought the world to a standstill.

China's next plan of action was to fast-track vaccines.

In May 2020, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared that Chinese vaccines will be for the "global public good".

But our world is smarter than what China perceives it to be and not many countries signed up for Chinese vaccines.

So the dragon began pushing its vaccines by distributing them as donations, especially to low and middle-income countries.

In July 2020, China promised a billion-dollar vaccine loan for Latin American and Caribbean countries.

We don't know if it was ever delivered.

As of March 2021, here's where China stands in the vaccine race.

Our world has over 195 sovereign states and only 28 are inoculating its people with Chinese vaccines.

According to local reports, so far, China has administered more than 52 million doses of vaccines at home.

It has committed ten times the amount abroad.

In January, Sinovac reached only half of its daily manufacturing capacity.

The countries that ordered Chinese jabs were disappointed with its delayed deliveries.

Brazil, Turkey have raised concerns.

Did you know China also tried to forcefully innoculate people?

If Brazil was protesting Chinese vaccines, the mood was not too different back home.

In Beijing, health workers were scared to get themselves inoculated.

The South China Morning Post reported that less than 74 per cent of the staff in the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention in Beijing would get immunised voluntarily.

Chinese companies have not been transparent in announcing the results of phase three trials.

Only CanSino's vaccine has reportedly conducted trials on people above the age of 60.

There are also questions about the efficacy of Chinese vaccines.

In Brazil, Sinovac's trials yielded an efficacy rate of just over 50 per cent.

Elsewhere in Turkey, the UAE and Indonesia, the results were inconsistent.

Other than the concerns, there is also competition, from Russia's Sputnik V to the US's Moderna vaccine and the made-in-India Astrazeneca jabs to the Pfizer vaccine.&nbsp;

While the Chinese jabs crumble under tough competition, it is the Chinese president whose prestige is being hammered.

Vaccines were his way of projecting China as the global health leader as Xi wanted to demonstrate China's technological prowess.

The vaccines were his way of boosting China's influence, generating goodwill, a degree of indebtedness and perhaps even awe.&nbsp;

The world sees through China's designs so much so that in 2020, Chinese state media Xinhua had to issue a warning in which it was sinister to accuse China of vaccine diplomacy.&nbsp;

Xinhua forgot that as early as March 2020 China itself had given away its sinister plot to the world. 
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This was when a Chinese press release referred to a Chinese medical shipment as the health silk road.

It didn't take the world too long to realise that China's vaccine nationalism is pretty much an extended version of the Belt and Road project.

There is no donation, or development and only danger.

It was debt-trapping of poor countries.

China planned, spent and schemed to win this vaccine race.

And it lost to a country it came second to in Ladakh.

India's 'vaccine maitri' is taking off and so far, its produced jabs have reached 72 countries.

As many as 37 countries have been given vaccines for free and 34 countries have got vaccines under the COVAX alliance, according to the Ministry of External Affairs.&nbsp;

The harsh truth for Xi to swallow is that vaccine was always India's race.

In 2019, China's share in the value of unprocured medical products was just 1.9 per cent, while India's share stood at 21.9 per cent.

Of the 155 WHO-prequalified vaccines, only four were from China and 44 were from India.

India is the world's pharmacy, the world's largest producer of vaccines.

It's not even about the numbers, but about trust too.&nbsp;

India's 'vaccine maitri' is an emblem of leadership and the country's role in healing the world shows exemplary benevolence.

For China, winning the vaccine race was never an option. At least 22 Chinese institutions were pressed into action. According to some reports, China developed a Wuhan virus vaccine as early as February 2020.

For China, winning the vaccine race was never an option. At least 22 Chinese institutions were pressed into action. According to some reports, China developed a Wuhan virus vaccine as early as February 2020. Watch | It started clinical trials in March and published results in May 2020. In China's view, it was leading the vaccine race. In reality, not so much. Also read | In a bid to lead the vaccine race, Beijing makes Chinese jabs compulsory This is the story of how China tried to cheat in the vaccine race. Let us first take you through a quick timeline. In December 2019, China finally reported the Wuhan virus outbreak to the World Health Organization (WHO). In January 2020, China exported the virus. On January 13, 2020, the first case of the Wuhan virus was reported outside China. On March 11 last year, the WHO declared the outbreak a pandemic. By May, China had successfully brought the world to a standstill. China's next plan of action was to fast-track vaccines. In May 2020, Chinese President Xi Jinping declared that Chinese vaccines will be for the "global public good". But our world is smarter than what China perceives it to be and not many countries signed up for Chinese vaccines. So the dragon began pushing its vaccines by distributing them as donations, especially to low and middle-income countries. In July 2020, China promised a billion-dollar vaccine loan for Latin American and Caribbean countries. We don't know if it was ever delivered. As of March 2021, here's where China stands in the vaccine race. Our world has over 195 sovereign states and only 28 are inoculating its people with Chinese vaccines. According to local reports, so far, China has administered more than 52 million doses of vaccines at home. It has committed ten times the amount abroad. In January, Sinovac reached only half of its daily manufacturing capacity. The countries that ordered Chinese jabs were disappointed with its delayed deliveries. Brazil, Turkey have raised concerns. Did you know China also tried to forcefully innoculate people? If Brazil was protesting Chinese vaccines, the mood was not too different back home. In Beijing, health workers were scared to get themselves inoculated. The South China Morning Post reported that less than 74 per cent of the staff in the Chinese Centre for Disease Control and Prevention in Beijing would get immunised voluntarily. Chinese companies have not been transparent in announcing the results of phase three trials. Only CanSino's vaccine has reportedly conducted trials on people above the age of 60. There are also questions about the efficacy of Chinese vaccines. In Brazil, Sinovac's trials yielded an efficacy rate of just over 50 per cent. Elsewhere in Turkey, the UAE and Indonesia, the results were inconsistent. Other than the concerns, there is also competition, from Russia's Sputnik V to the US's Moderna vaccine and the made-in-India Astrazeneca jabs to the Pfizer vaccine. While the Chinese jabs crumble under tough competition, it is the Chinese president whose prestige is being hammered. Vaccines were his way of projecting China as the global health leader as Xi wanted to demonstrate China's technological prowess. The vaccines were his way of boosting China's influence, generating goodwill, a degree of indebtedness and perhaps even awe. The world sees through China's designs so much so that in 2020, Chinese state media Xinhua had to issue a warning in which it was sinister to accuse China of vaccine diplomacy. Xinhua forgot that as early as March 2020 China itself had given away its sinister plot to the world. This was when a Chinese press release referred to a Chinese medical shipment as the health silk road. It didn't take the world too long to realise that China's vaccine nationalism is pretty much an extended version of the Belt and Road project. There is no donation, or development and only danger. It was debt-trapping of poor countries. China planned, spent and schemed to win this vaccine race. And it lost to a country it came second to in Ladakh. India's 'vaccine maitri' is taking off and so far, its produced jabs have reached 72 countries. As many as 37 countries have been given vaccines for free and 34 countries have got vaccines under the COVAX alliance, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. The harsh truth for Xi to swallow is that vaccine was always India's race. In 2019, China's share in the value of unprocured medical products was just 1.9 per cent, while India's share stood at 21.9 per cent. Of the 155 WHO-prequalified vaccines, only four were from China and 44 were from India. India is the world's pharmacy, the world's largest producer of vaccines. It's not even about the numbers, but about trust too. India's 'vaccine maitri' is an emblem of leadership and the country's role in healing the world shows exemplary benevolence.

How China lost vaccine race to India?

March 22 is celebrated every year as 'World Water Day'. The day serves as an important reminder to advocate the sustainable management of freshwater resources.

World Water Day: 60 Metre piece of art reminds push for sustainable freshwater use

Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "fantastic leadership" in the fight against climate change, UK PM Boris Johnson said his India visit will include discussion for a sustainable future.&nbsp;

"We have a shared vision for a sustainable future for our nations and global community and I very much look forward to discussing this and many other issues with Prime Minister Modi on my upcoming visit to India," Johnson said while addressing the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (ICDRI).&nbsp;

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He said Modi has displayed "fantastic leadership" in fields such as renewable energy to tackle climate change and welcomed the India-led CDRI co-chaired by Britain.&nbsp;

"I applaud my friend Prime Minister Modi for his commitment to this excellent initiative, the Coalition for Disaster Resilience Infrastructure (CDRI). The UK is proud to be its co-chair and I am delighted that since its launch, the coalition has made such a great start with 28 countries and organisations now signed up, the UK PM was quoted as saying by news agency PTI.&nbsp;

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uk-pm-boris-johnson-to-visit-india-in-april-370759">UK PM Boris Johnson to visit India in April</a>

Johnson's remarks came ahead of his visit to India at the end of April.&nbsp;

Earlier Modi in his inaugural address said that "we are all in the same boat" and the "pandemic has reminded us&nbsp;that no one is safe until everyone is safe."

Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "fantastic leadership" in the fight against climate change, UK PM Boris Johnson said his India visit will include discussion for a sustainable future.

Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "fantastic leadership" in the fight against climate change, UK PM Boris Johnson said his India visit will include discussion for a sustainable future. "We have a shared vision for a sustainable future for our nations and global community and I very much look forward to discussing this and many other issues with Prime Minister Modi on my upcoming visit to India," Johnson said while addressing the International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (ICDRI). Watch | He said Modi has displayed "fantastic leadership" in fields such as renewable energy to tackle climate change and welcomed the India-led CDRI co-chaired by Britain. "I applaud my friend Prime Minister Modi for his commitment to this excellent initiative, the Coalition for Disaster Resilience Infrastructure (CDRI). The UK is proud to be its co-chair and I am delighted that since its launch, the coalition has made such a great start with 28 countries and organisations now signed up, the UK PM was quoted as saying by news agency PTI. Also read | UK PM Boris Johnson to visit India in April Johnson's remarks came ahead of his visit to India at the end of April. Earlier Modi in his inaugural address said that "we are all in the same boat" and the "pandemic has reminded us that no one is safe until everyone is safe."

UK PM Johnson hails PM Modi's 'fantastic leadership' in fields such as climate change

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has a new vision. He wants to focus on Indo-Pacific and marginalise China from the 5G race. Johnson needs India's support for both. But for that- the UK first needs to change its approach towards India. WION's Palki Sharma brings you the details.

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British PM Boris Johnson will visit India on 26th April. This is Johnson's first international trip after Brexit. Why did he choose India? The UK wants to put its engagements with India & the Indo-Pacific first after Brexit. WION's Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Why Boris Johnson is travelling to India

India's PM Narendra Modi has interacted with all the State Chief Ministers as India now witnessing a sudden spike in COVID-19 cases in the last few days. According to a Health Ministry report, India has reported more than 28,000 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi holds key meet on COVID-19 with CMs

Indian Finance Minister Sitharaman lauds US COVID Relief Bill

During his India visit, British PM Boris Johnson is expected to visit Pune, while no details are known about the schedule in Pune the world's largest vaccine manufacturer Serum Institute of India is based in the city.

United Kingdom: PM Boris Johnson expected to visit Pune

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