Awan criticized the US for politicizing human rights, claiming it uses these values as a tool against others. Jiang also targeted countries that prioritize power over morality, such as those embracing the "power makes right" doctrine, and disregarding international norms in their pursuit of hegemony.
https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202504/1332443.shtmlThe United States and its allies are set to discuss a comprehensive ceasefire plan with Russia at a meeting in London next week. The proposal aims to bring an end to the conflict in Ukraine, with Washington potentially offering Moscow relief from anti-Russian sanctions and unblocking frozen assets, estimated to be $300 billion in Brussels. US President Donald Trump's desire for a ceasefire is evident in his willingness to recognize Crimea as Russian territory within a peace agreement between Moscow and Kiev.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/965325-kiev-s-allies-want-to-agree-on-ukraine-ceasefire-planIran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei announced that indirect talks with the US would resume at a technical level over the next few days, followed by senior-level negotiations on April 26 in Muscat, Oman. The talks aim to seal a fair and binding deal ensuring Iran is free of nuclear weapons and sanctions while maintaining peaceful nuclear energy capabilities. Iranian negotiator Mohammad Javad Araghchi expressed optimism about the talks, stating that he observed "a degree of seriousness" from the US side during their first round but questioned their intentions and motivations. The negotiations come after US President Donald Trump urged renewed talks with Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in March, while warning of military action if diplomacy failed.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/nation/us-iran-to-hold-more-nuclear-talks-after-latest-round/article_06a793c8-3a3f-5631-a8af-6791a3e4b77a.htmlA team of Indian negotiators, led by Commerce Secretary-designate Rajesh Agarwal, is set to travel to Washington, DC next week to discuss the proposed India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA). The talks, scheduled for April 23-25, will cover 19 chapters and focus on key areas such as tariffs, non-tariff barriers, and trade in goods and services. The goal is to conclude an early harvest agreement before a fall deadline, with the aim of doubling bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/technology/india-us-trade-talks-key-negotiations-to-begin-in-washington-next-week-1/A class action lawsuit has been filed by several American Civil Liberties Union affiliates on behalf of over 100 international students in New England and Puerto Rico, seeking to reinstate their legal status after a Trump administration crackdown left over 1,100 students at more than 170 colleges and universities facing deportation. The lawsuit argues that the administration's actions are unconstitutional and deny students due process. Gilles Bissonnette, legal director of the ACLU of New Hampshire, stated that international students are a vital part of the state's university community and should not be stripped of their status without notice.
https://apnews.com/article/international-student-f1-visa-lawsuit-b91970c84dcdd3dae118b2a31a26e266A class-action lawsuit has been filed in a US federal court on behalf of over 100 international students from China, India, and other countries who had their visas revoked or legal status terminated by the Trump administration. The suit, led by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) affiliates, seeks to reinstate the affected students' status, citing concerns that the revocations have disrupted their studies and put them at risk of deportation. The lawsuit represents students from New England and Puerto Rico, including graduate students who were targeted in a crackdown that has left around 1,100 students at over 170 colleges and universities without legal protection.
https://www.scmp.com/news/world/united-states-canada/article/3307137/us-lawsuit-challenges-revocation-visas-international-students?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionThe American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Hampshire is urging universities not to revoke international students' visas or terminate their legal status without proper notice, citing concerns that this could put students at risk of deportation. Since late March, over 1,100 students from more than 170 institutions have seen their visas revoked or status terminated, with some filing lawsuits alleging they were denied due process. Federal judges in New Hampshire, Wisconsin, and Montana have granted temporary restraining orders to protect affected students, while the Associated Press is investigating reports of additional cases.
https://channelnewsasia.com/world/united-states-lawsuit-reinstate-legal-status-international-students-visa-trump-administration-5075046Indian and US officials will begin three days of in-person negotiations in Washington on April 23 to lay the groundwork for a proposed bilateral trade agreement (BTA). The talks aim to strengthen economic ties and expand market access for businesses on both sides.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/nation/india-us-to-start-trade-talks-in-washington-on-april-23-1873940The Indian official team, led by Additional Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal, is set to begin three-day trade talks with the US on April 23 in Washington, focusing on 19 chapters including tariffs and customs facilitation as part of a proposed trade pact. The goal is to iron out differences and discuss terms of reference (ToRs) before launching formal bilateral trade agreement (BTA) negotiations, aiming to double India's trade to USD 500 billion by 2030.
https://indiatoday.in/business/story/india-us-trade-talks-from-april-23-tariffs-and-customs-negotiations-on-agenda-2711580-2025-04-19