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Vance, Modi Discuss Trade Amid Global Political Shifts

4/20/2025

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance engages in crucial trade discussions with Prime Minister Modi during his visit to India. Meanwhile, Australia kicks off early voting for the May 3 election, and Singapore launches its election campaign. South Korea braces for GDP data release amid rising political tensions, while Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn embarks on a historic state visit to Bhutan.

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U.S. Vice President JD Vance engages in crucial trade discussions with Prime Minister Modi during his visit to India. Meanwhile, Australia kicks off early voting for the May 3 election, and Singapore launches its election campaign. South Korea braces for GDP data release amid rising political tensions, while Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn embarks on a historic state visit to Bhutan.