Latest news with #Baram
News18
24-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Top Israeli Defence Ministry Official Meets NSA Doval, Discusses Iran Conflict
Last Updated: Israel's Defence Ministry Director General Amir Baram met NSA Ajit Doval and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh during his India visit this week. Israel on Thursday said India remains a 'key strategic ally" and described the relationship between the two countries as 'resilient through difficult times". The statement was made by the Israeli Defence Ministry, a day after Director General of Israel's Ministry of Defence, Maj Gen (Res) Amir Baram's first working visit to India, according to a report by PTI. Baram's New Delhi visit on July 22-23 included high-level meetings with key Indian officials, including National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. Baram discussed expanding defence and strategic partnerships centreing around R&D collaboration and joint manufacturing initiatives with New Delhi and also mentioned the defence-industrial collaboration between the two countries. Discussions centred on expanding defence and strategic partnerships, emphasising R&D collaboration and joint manufacturing initiatives, it added. 'India is a key strategic ally of Israel, and our partnership has proven resilient through difficult times. Recent operational achievements and common security challenges create an important window to expand our nations' defence-industrial collaboration," Baram was quoted as saying in the statement. Operation Rising Lion was launched by Israel against Iran with the twin goals of foiling its nuclear ambitions and demolishing its missile capabilities. Baram also engaged with Indian defence companies separately to explore new industrial collaborations, the statement added. Baram returned to Israel on Thursday, the news agency said in a report. In New Delhi, the Indian defence ministry said in a statement on Wednesday after the Singh-Baram bilateral meeting that the two sides agreed to further strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation with a 'long-term perspective" and 'concurred to work towards developing an institutional framework for further deepening of defence ties." The two sides also reviewed the progress of the ongoing defence collaboration activities since the last Joint Working Group meeting held in India in July 2024. This visit by the DG of Israel's Ministry of Defence marks a 'pivotal step in India-Israel defence relations and reinforces both sides' commitment to enhance their strategic partnership," the statement added. view comments First Published: July 24, 2025, 20:23 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India key strategic ally, partnership proven resilient through difficult times: Israel
Terming India a 'key strategic ally' and the relationship with it 'resilient through difficult times,' Israel on Thursday said it has discussed expanding defence and strategic partnerships centreing around R&D collaboration and joint manufacturing initiatives with New Delhi. A statement from the Israeli Defence Ministry, a day after Director General of Israel's Ministry of Defence, Maj Gen (Res) Amir Baram's first working visit to India, also mentioned the defence-industrial collaboration between the two countries. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category healthcare Operations Management MCA Artificial Intelligence Data Science Project Management Healthcare PGDM Cybersecurity Technology Data Science Others others MBA Data Analytics Leadership Digital Marketing Product Management Design Thinking Degree Finance Public Policy Management CXO Skills you'll gain: Duration: 11 Months IIM Lucknow CERT-IIML Healthcare Management India Starts on undefined Get Details Baram's New Delhi visit on July 22-23 included high-level meetings with key Indian officials, including National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Why the Smartest Developers Are Heading to This 2026 Expo MMI Asia Learn More Undo Discussions centred on expanding defence and strategic partnerships, emphasising R&D collaboration and joint manufacturing initiatives, it added. "India is a key strategic ally of Israel, and our partnership has proven resilient through difficult times. Recent operational achievements and common security challenges create an important window to expand our nations' defence-industrial collaboration," Baram was quoted as saying in the statement. Live Events "Baram shared insights on the strategic landscape in the Gulf region and presented operational successes from Operation Rising Lion, showcasing Israel's advanced technological capabilities, the statement said. Operation Rising Lion was launched by Israel against Iran with the twin goals of foiling its nuclear ambitions and demolishing its missile capabilities. Baram also engaged with Indian defence companies separately to explore new industrial collaborations, the statement added. Baram returned to Israel on Thursday. In New Delhi, the Indian defence ministry said in a statement on Wednesday after the Singh-Baram bilateral meeting that the two sides agreed to further strengthen the bilateral defence cooperation with a "long-term perspective" and "concurred to work towards developing an institutional framework for further deepening of defence ties." The two sides also reviewed the progress of the ongoing defence collaboration activities since the last Joint Working Group meeting held in India in July 2024. This visit by the DG of Israel's Ministry of Defence marks a "pivotal step in India-Israel defence relations and reinforces both sides' commitment to enhance their strategic partnership," the statement added.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
'Key strategic ally': Top Israeli defence official hails India as 'stable partner'; eyes R&D, joint manufacturing
Defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh with Israeli official Amir Baram in New Delhi (X @SpokespersonMoD) NEW DELHI: India is Israel's key 'strategic ally' and has remained "resilient through difficult times," said Maj Gen (Res) Amir Baram, director general of Israel's ministry of defence on Thursday, a day after concluding his first official visit to New Delhi. Baram was in India from July 22 to 23, where he held high-level meetings with senior Indian officials, including National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. Israel Humiliated, Isolated & Ambushed At UNSC; 'Stop Terrorism Against Palestinians' | Watch The discussions focused on strengthening defence and strategic ties, with an emphasis on research and development collaboration and joint manufacturing initiatives. 'India is a key strategic ally of Israel, and our partnership has proven resilient through difficult times. Recent operational achievements and common security challenges create an important window to expand our nations' defence-industrial collaboration,' said Baram according to a statement from the Israeli defence ministry. 'Baram shared insights on the strategic landscape in the Gulf region and presented operational successes from Operation Rising Lion, showcasing Israel's advanced technological capabilities,' added the statement. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Many Filipinos don't know about this! Read More Undo Operation Rising Lion is Israel's mission aimed at countering Iran's nuclear and missile capabilities. The ministry of defence in a statement on Wednesday said that both sides agreed to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation with a 'long-term perspective' and 'concurred to work towards developing an institutional framework for further deepening of defence ties.' The ministry of defence in a post on X on Wednesday said, 'Defence Secretary Mr Rajesh Kumar Singh met Director General, Israeli Ministry of Defence Major General (Res) Amir Baram in New Delhi today. The two sides explored new avenues to further strengthen the #defencecooperation between the two countries and reiterated the commitment to enhance the strategic engagement.' They also reviewed the progress made since the last Joint Working Group meeting held in India in July 2024. Baram also met separately with Indian defence companies to explore new industrial collaborations. The statement by Israeli ministry added that Baram's visit marks a 'pivotal step in India-Israel defence relations and reinforces both sides' commitment to enhance their strategic partnership.'
Borneo Post
30-06-2025
- Borneo Post
Lawyer calls for calm after villagers protesting logging in Baram remanded
MIRI (June 30): The lawyer for two individuals remanded here yesterday in connection with a logging protest in Sungai Pelutan, Baram has called on all parties to remain calm. Roland Engan said he was informed that the arrests were initially made to assist with the Forest Department's investigation. 'However, when a remand order was obtained for them to be held for an additional four days, it was reported that they were being investigated for allegedly obstructing public servants and making threats,' he said in a statement. Roland claimed this development differed from the earlier information given to him and called on all parties to remain calm while allowing the investigation and any possible prosecution to proceed without interference. He also called on the public to avoid worsening the situation through provocative, speculative, or emotional comments. 'The struggle for the Native land rights of the people of Sungai Pelutan is a long journey and it is a struggle without bloodshed,' he said. Roland also appealed to enforcement agencies to exercise their authority professionally and not to resort to baseless accusations to cover any shortcomings on the ground. According to him, during a dialogue at the Telang Usan District Office on June 26 attended by representatives from the Forest Department, police, logging company, and protest group, it was made clear that the dispute was between the villagers and the company. 'The issue revolves around alleged breaches of agreement and sustainable forest management conditions, not a conflict between the villagers and the Forest Department,' he said. Roland called on enforcement officers on the ground to avoid provocation as well as to act in a professional manner, particularly when dealing with affected villagers. The Magistrates' Court here yesterday ordered two men to be remanded for four days to assist with the investigation of a case under Section 103 of the Forest Ordinance for using criminal force and obstructing forest officers and civil servants in performing their duties. The Sarawak Forest Department said in a statement that the two men were being investigated under Section 506 of the Penal Code for making criminal threats. 'The two men were among the individuals who had set up a blockade around Telang Usan on June 28 and used violence against the department's enforcement personnel while they were carrying out their duties by abusing and injuring them,' stated the department. 'These individuals also issued threatening words against enforcement personnel during the incident.' The department added another suspect fled the scene and is still being pursued.
Malay Mail
29-06-2025
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Redrawing Sarawak for elections: Telang Usan rep says Baram could be split into two constituencies
MIRI, June 29 — Two new state constituencies (DUNs) will be needed to complement the proposed creation of two parliamentary seats in Baram, should a redelineation exercise take place, said Telang Usan assemblyman Dato Dennis Ngau. He believes that the current Baram parliamentary constituency may be split into two, Upper Baram and Lower Baram. 'I don't know which part of Telang Usan will be carved out to form the new DUN, but perhaps we will find out during the special DUN sitting on July 7,' he said during the Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB) Telang Usan Women's Wing Mother's Day and Father's Day dinner on Friday. Dennis added that the existing Telang Usan, Mulu and Marudi state constituencies might be affected by the creation of a new DUN within the Baram parliamentary area – if this were to happen. 'It could involve taking small parts from each: some from Mulu, some from Telang Usan, and some from Marudi. 'However, I don't know the exact location. I've never been involved in any meetings discussing the proposed new DUN,' he confirmed. The parliamentary constituency of Baram in Sarawak is the second largest by area in Malaysia, covering over 22,000sq km, slightly bigger than all of Perak. — Picture from Wikipedia/Derkommander0916 Dennis disclosed that a total of 17 new DUNs and nine new parliamentary seats had been proposed, noting that the matter would be debated before being submitted to the federal government. Moreover, Dennis also announced that Deputy Premier Datuk Amar Douglas Uggah Embas would be invited to witness first-hand the condition of the logging road from Baram to the Bario Highlands via a convoy scheduled for next week. 'The three-day convoy, which I will also be joining, will depart from Miri this July 1. 'YB Datuk Amar Douglas and the rest of the entourage will travel upriver from Miri to Bario using the Baram road, to see with our own eyes the condition of our road. 'We are thankful to him for taking the time to spend three days with us on this journey,' he added. Dennis also hailed the dinner as a platform to strengthen the bond and camaraderie among PBB members in Telang Usan and fellow members of the component parties within Gabungan Parti Sarawak (GPS). 'To date, some 2,900 residents of Telang Usan are involved in the PBB, making it the largest political organisation in the area,' he noted. — The Borneo Post
