On July 16, Minister of Commerce Wang Wentao met with Roy Jakobs, Chief Executive Officer of Royal Philips. The two sides exchanged views on topics including Philips’ cooperation with China and government procurement. Wang Wentao noted that China is the world’s second-largest consumer market and the second-largest importer. President Xi Jinping has made it clear that China’s door will only open wider, and the country’s policies on utilizing foreign investment remain unchanged and will not be changed. The Chinese government keeps improving the business environment, promotes the construction of a unified national market, protects intellectual property rights in accordance with the law, and strongly boosts domestic consumption. Wang expressed the hope that Philips will continue to deepen its presence in the Chinese market and strengthen investment and innovation cooperation with China. Wang emphasized that unilateralism and protectionism are disrupting the international economic and trade order. He encouraged Philips to play its role as a member of the industrial community and continue to push the Netherlands and the European Union to support free trade, uphold the multilateral trading system with the WTO at its core, and push for the stable development of China–Netherlands and China–EU economic and trade relations. Roy Jakobs expressed strong confidence in the Chinese economy. He stated that Philips will increase its R&D input in China, facilitate the setup of its China R&D headquarters and the launch of new products, actively participate in the China International Import Expo and the consumer goods trade-in programs, and serve as a bridge to promote China-Netherlands and China-EU economic and trade cooperation.

“Accha sila diya tune mere pyaar ka, Yaar ne hi loot liya ghar yaar ka.” This song perfectly sums up India–US ties today. We offered unflinching loyalty, but in return, the Trump Administration has imposed the Trump Tariff that could wreck the Indian economy. With this backdrop, today in Parliament, I questioned the Union Minister for Communications: Question 1: Shouldn’t the Indian Government withhold the necessary approvals for Elon Musk’s Starlink to use that as a bargaining chip in order to re-negotiate the Trump Tariffs? Question 2: Given the fact that Starlink refused to share critical data with Indian authorities citing data privacy laws, how does the Govt of India plan to deal with such resistance from Elon Musk’s Starlink on data sharing and the potential misuse of Starlink?

The resolve for an Atmanirbhar Bharat! Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship and Hon’ble Minister of State for Education, Government of India, will inspire a group of existing and aspiring entrepreneurs at the valedictory session of Kaushal Manthan, a capacity building workshop that aims to catalyze entrepreneurial growth through financial inclusion, market access and digital competence, at the World Skills Center, Bhubaneswar. This dynamic workshop is designed to empower entrepreneurs with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to build and grow their businesses. #SkillIndia# #Skills4all# #KushalBharatViksitBharat# #MoSkillsAndEntrepreneurship# #NIESBUD# #AtmanirbharBharat# #Entrepreneurship#

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. @nsitharaman during a fireside chat on the ‘Opportunities and challenges for India’s quest to become a developed economy by 2047’, at India House, London, today. The fireside chat was moderated by Lord @lordstern1, IG Patel Professor of Economics and Government and Chair of the Grantham Research Institute, LSE

Narendra Modi becomes the second longest consecutive serving Prime Minister of India. PM Modi already holds the record for the longest serving Head of an elected government at more than 7000 days combining his stint as CM of Gujarat. https://t.co/iTDJ0ykMeX

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. @nsitharaman met Mr. Vindi Banga, Chairman, UK Government Investments (UKGI), in London, today. Shri Banga informed FM Smt. @nsitharaman about the project spectrum and their impact vis-a-vis the unique position and role of UKGI within the UK Government ecosystem. The Union Finance Minister acknowledged the benefits of having an in-house team with professional domain experts and appreciated the unique design of the UKGI, and welcomed the offer to sharing best practices with India in the sector.

It's a historic event that we've gathered in the land of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel to hold the extended CWC meeting and AICC session. We're at a critical juncture where the current government faces numerous glaring failures, and the country's environment is deteriorating. Reviving the nation's hopes and addressing the youth's aspirations are crucial; this is why the Congress party has convened in Ahmedabad. : Former Cabinet Minister Shri @Pallamrajumm on Extended CWC Meeting 📍 Ahmedabad, Gujarat

The country cannot function by simply delaying projects; it thrives on action and a fast pace of work. Delay is the enemy of development, and we are determined to overcome this challenge. The foundation stone for Assam's Bogibeel Bridge was laid by former Prime Minister Devegowda ji in 1997, and the work was initiated under Vajpayee's government. However, when the Congress Party came to power, the project was halted. The people of Arunachal Pradesh and Assam faced difficulties, but the government at that time showed little concern. In 2014, when we were allowed to serve, the project was restarted. Remarkably, we completed the bridge in just four years, by 2018. - PM @narendramodi

A week after Orbán gave a speech at CPAC, I’m at the #IDAHOTforum# in Iceland, where Katrín Jakobsdóttir, the prime minister of Iceland is giving a keynote speech. As we say in Hungary: you get what your government bargained for — kinek mit intézett a kormánya. https://t.co/9IEKKQFHpY

I was sensitised to the dangers of prolonged exposure to asbestos for children by scientists and activists working in this arena. Asbestos is classified as a Group 1 carcinogen, and over 65 countries have implemented bans on its use. As Union Minister of State for Education, I am committed to working with state governments to ban its use in school infrastructure. Safe learning environments are non-negotiable. In this regard, the Ministry of Education has issued guidelines to ban use of asbestos in any new construction or refurbishment of school infrastructure in all the KVs and JNVs across India. I hope this starts a movement to gradually phase out asbestos use throughout the country and we build a healthier and cancer-free nation for our children!

As a landmark global initiative in the Himalayas, launched first-ever “Himalayan High-Altitude Atmospheric & Climate Center” for accurate climate/weather forecast, study and research under the Ministry of Earth Sciences #MoES#, in Nathatop higher reaches of Chenani, district #Udhampur#. #JammuAndKashmir# Science & Technology Minister Sh. @satishsharmajnk and senior officials from the Central & UT governments were present.

Chaleureuses félicitations à Son Excellence Amb Abdoulkader Houssein Omar pour sa nomination au poste du Ministre des Affaires Étrangères et de la Coopération Internationale, Porte Parole du Gouvernement. Mes vœux les plus sincères de succès dans la nouvelle fonction au service de notre cher Pays, la République de #Djibouti#.

Minister Sprawiedliwości @Adbodnar wszczął procedurę odwołania z funkcji Prezesa Sądu Rejonowego w Jastrzębiu-Zdroju sędziego Tomasza Łatanika oraz Wiceprezes sędzię Annę Trybek, a także zawiesił ich w pełnieniu czynności. 🔍 Decyzja ma związek z: - ich powołaniem na stanowiska sędziowskie przy udziale nieprawidłowo ukształtowanej KRS (zgodnie z ustawą z 8 grudnia 2017 r.), - udzieleniem poparcia kandydatom do tej samej KRS, co budzi wątpliwości co do niezależności i bezstronności, - brakiem odpowiedniego doświadczenia orzeczniczego w chwili powołania na funkcje kierownicze, - apelem 13 sędziów tego sądu, którzy zwrócili się do Ministerstwa z prośbą o weryfikację legalności i zasadności tych nominacji. Pełny komunikat ⬇️ https://t.co/l1TShhqgdJ

Minister @IrfanAnsariMLA का Prabhat Khabar के न्यूजरूम में बेबाक अंदाज, देखें Unfiltered Interview #IrfanAnsari# #Jharkhand# #Unfiltered# #Interview# #NewsRoom# https://t.co/2cWK5Ep0ut

Minister Joly announces funding to provide critical assistance in #Lebanon#, including food, medical and health services, shelter and access to clean water. Read more 👇 https://t.co/HDyVXAmhEu https://t.co/t48wG6I2l5

Minister Joly announced funding that will allow Canada’s partners to significantly enhance their efforts to provide urgent assistance to those in need in #Gaza# and the #WestBank#. ➡️ https://t.co/iIYQ2C9kTH @CanadaFP https://t.co/TdItTTp2Ql

Minister Hussen announced funding to Bangladesh and the #IndoPacific# Region that will support healthcare services, empower #women# and address #ClimateChange# in vulnerable communities. @CanHCBangladesh Read more 👇

Prime Minister @narendramodi lands in Male, Maldives to a warm welcome by President Muizzu, Foreign Minister, Defence Minister, Finance Minister and Minister of Homeland Security. https://t.co/LvHc5nbHcM