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Biden to meet new British PM Starmer

Jul 09, 2024

Washington [US], July 9: U.S. President Joe Biden will hold his first face-to-face talks with Britain's new Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House on Wednesday, the White House said on Monday.
Biden also will host an event on Thursday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy at the NATO summit, which is taking place this week in Washington, national security spokesperson John Kirby told reporters.
Biden plans to "underscore the importance of continuing to strengthen the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom" in his meeting with Starmer,
White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre said in a statement.
She said the two leaders would have the opportunity to discuss U.S.-UK cooperation across a range of issues from Ukraine to the Israel-Gaza war, and ensuring that Iran does not obtain nuclear weapons, as well as confronting Iranian-backed Houthi threats to commercial shipping.
The leaders also will discuss furthering cooperation in areas such as protecting advanced technologies and developing climate and clean energy solutions.
Source: Fijian Broadcasting Corporation

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Class 12 Student Achievers Felicitated by Somaiya Vidyavihar University

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Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 1: For most students, a Class 12 score marks a significant milestone and the beginning of new aspirations, opportunities and possibilities. At Somaiya Vidyavihar University, that spirit of possibility took centre stage as 65 students who secured 95% and above in their Class 12 examinations were felicitated for their exceptional academic achievement. Drawing participants from 21 schools and junior colleges across India, the event celebrated academic excellence alongside the curiosity, discipline and ambition that shape future leaders, innovators and changemakers. Through inspiring interactions with academic leaders and educators, students were encouraged to broaden their perspectives, pursue careers with purpose, and build the character needed to lead with integrity and compassion. The gathering recognised achievement not as a destination, but as the beginning of a journey of learning, responsibility, and service.

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