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From Nation, For Nation - Pulse of the Nation
HITEX
HITEX

HITEX - Igniting Young Minds, Inspiring a Nation

HITEX is honoured with the Marviate Excellence Award for empowering the future through the unforgettable HITEX Hyderabad Kids Fair. →

Trade
Trade

India and Maldives discussing free trade agreement, investment pact

India and the Maldives have initiated discussions to negotiate a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and an Investment Treaty, marking a significant step towards strengthening bilateral economic ties. This announcement was made by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Tuesday, reflecting the deepening of strategic and commercial relations between the two nations.

The proposed FTA and investment pact aim to enhance cross-border trade, attract mutual investments, and streamline regulatory frameworks to facilitate ease of doing business. These agreements are expected to create new economic opportunities, particularly in sectors such as tourism, infrastructure, and technology, which are pivotal to the Maldivian economy and align with India’s regional growth objectives.

In addition to trade and investment, the two countries are exploring new avenues of cooperation, particularly in the renewable energy sector. Foreign Secretary Misri highlighted that sustainable energy solutions, including solar and wind power, could become key pillars of collaboration. This aligns with India's broader commitment to green development and the Maldives' vulnerability to climate change, positioning both countries to benefit from joint initiatives in clean energy and environmental resilience.
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From Globe, For Globe - Pulse of the Planet
Trump
Trump
Trump unveils AI action plan aiming for ‘global dominance’

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday introduced a far-reaching AI Action Plan, vowing to ensure the “global dominance” of the United States. The plan involves slashing environmental regulations, expanding US AI exports, and taking aim at perceived political bias in tech platforms. “America is the country that started the AI race. And as President of the United States, I’m here today to declare that America is going to win it,” Trump said in a speech in Washington, as per Reuters.

The announcement was made at an event co-hosted by the bipartisan Hill and Valley Forum and the popular tech-focused “All-In” podcast, featuring Trump’s newly appointed AI and crypto czar David Sacks, a former PayPal executive and prominent Silicon Valley investor.
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