1. Anticipation for 18th G20 Summit:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his eagerness and anticipation for the 18th G20 Summit.
- He emphasized the potential of this summit to promote human-centric and inclusive development on a global scale.
- India takes great pride in hosting its first-ever G20 Summit, a significant event that is scheduled to take place on September 9-10, 2023.
- The summit venue is the iconic Bharat Mandapam located in New Delhi.
2. UK Condemns Extremism Related to Khalistan Issue:
- UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak made a clear and unequivocal condemnation of extremism and violence associated with the Khalistan issue.
- He emphasized that such actions and behaviors are entirely unacceptable within the United Kingdom.
- Sunak affirmed the UK’s commitment to collaborate closely with the Indian government in addressing and countering Pro-Khalistan Extremism (PKE).
- He highlighted ongoing efforts, including discussions between security ministers and the establishment of working groups, particularly focused on intelligence sharing.
- These efforts are aimed at eradicating violent extremism and ensuring the security of both nations.
These headlines and stories provide insights into recent international developments, including India’s hosting of the G20 Summit and the UK’s stance on combating extremism related to the Khalistan issue.
