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January - 12 
During a visit to New Delhi to lobby for the repatriation of over 10,000 Bhutanese refugees from Nepal, a Bhutanese Refugee Repatriation Support Group (BRRSG) delegation said, on January 12, Nepal would withdraw from the bilateral process if the long-overdue 12th round of talks made no headway. The
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During a visit to New Delhi to lobby for the repatriation of over 10,000 Bhutanese refugees from Nepal, a Bhutanese Refugee Repatriation Support Group (BRRSG) delegation said, on January 12, Nepal would withdraw from the bilateral process if the long-overdue 12th round of talks made no headway. The delegation met the European and North American diplomats and Indian intellectuals and sought their active involvement to help avoid Nepal resorting to extreme steps.
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January - 14 
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the Sri Lankan government held discussions on the voluntary repatriation of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees from India, in Kilinochchi, on January 14. The meeting concluded that further investment is ne
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) and the Sri Lankan government held discussions on the voluntary repatriation of Sri Lankan Tamil refugees from India, in Kilinochchi, on January 14. The meeting concluded that further investment is necessary to create conditions conducive for the safe and dignified repatriation of refugees from India. They expressed readiness to accord high priority to programmes aimed at creating the right conditions for the return of refugees. They also said returning refugees should be given support equitable to that extended to returning internally displaced persons. The participants said, to enable voluntary repatriation there was the need to further improve conditions of physical security by addressing human rights concerns, violence against civilians and reducing the risk from landmines and unexploded ordnance. They called for improving legal security by restoring common administrative, independent judicial and democratic policing systems. Material security through investing in restoring basic services was another area that required further improvement, they said. Stating that transport facilities also needed to be improved, they said special attention was needed for the restoration of Talaimannar jetty for use as the principal port of entry.
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January - 15 
Norwegian Ambassador in Colombo Jon Westborg, the Secretary General of the Japanese Foreign Development Ministry, the government’s Peace Secretariat Secretary General Bernard Gunatilake and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political-wing head S. P. Tamiselvan participated in the meeting.
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Norwegian Ambassador in Colombo Jon Westborg, the Secretary General of the Japanese Foreign Development Ministry, the government’s Peace Secretariat Secretary General Bernard Gunatilake and Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) political-wing head S. P. Tamiselvan participated in the meeting.
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January - 17 
Russia, on January 17, asked Pakistan to fulfill its commitment to terminate cross-border infiltration in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir in order to create a conducive atmosphere for the resumption of a dialogue with India to resolve the Kashmir issue. During a meeting with visiting Indian De
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Russia, on January 17, asked Pakistan to fulfill its commitment to terminate cross-border infiltration in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir in order to create a conducive atmosphere for the resumption of a dialogue with India to resolve the Kashmir issue. During a meeting with visiting Indian Defence Minister George Fernandes, in Moscow, Russian Security Council Secretary Vladimir Rushailo said Pakistan should fulfill its obligations and commitments by ending infiltration of terrorists across the Line of Control (LoC) in Kashmir, and also disband the terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan occupied Kashmir (PoK). He said this was necessary to create a conducive atmosphere for resolving the Kashmir issue through direct talks between India and Pakistan.
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January - 19 
Media reports of January 19 said an extradition treaty and Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir are expected to be high on the agenda in the talks with France and Qatar during Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani’s forthcoming visit to the two countries. I
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Media reports of January 19 said an extradition treaty and Pakistan-sponsored cross-border terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir are expected to be high on the agenda in the talks with France and Qatar during Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani’s forthcoming visit to the two countries. It is expected that Advani would sign an extradition treaty with France. France shares India's concerns on terrorism and demands its termination through concerted international campaign, reports added.
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January - 20 
Manipur Chief Minister Ibobi Singh would be meeting Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and other political leaders in New Delhi, accompanied by a 16-member delegation. Media reports of January 20 claimed the delegation would seek a to elicit the Union government’s ‘clear-cut stand’ on the protectio
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Manipur Chief Minister Ibobi Singh would be meeting Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and other political leaders in New Delhi, accompanied by a 16-member delegation. Media reports of January 20 claimed the delegation would seek a to elicit the Union government’s ‘clear-cut stand’ on the protection of the State’s territorial expanse, in view of the ongoing Naga peace talks. The visit follows widespread protests against any attempt to disintegrate Manipur territory. The National Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak-Muivah (NSCN-IM)’s demand for the inclusion of Naga-inhabited areas of Manipur, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh in its proposed Greater Nagaland has sparked violent protests in the region, especially in Manipur.
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January - 21 
Media reports said the Union government’s cease-fire with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) has been extended till February 21, at the end of the January 20-tripartite meeting between the Assam government, the BLT and Union Home Ministry officials. However, no agreement could be reached over the form
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Media reports said the Union government’s cease-fire with the Bodo Liberation Tigers (BLT) has been extended till February 21, at the end of the January 20-tripartite meeting between the Assam government, the BLT and Union Home Ministry officials. However, no agreement could be reached over the formation of the Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC). The BLT team reportedly wanted a modification in Assam’s proposals regarding elections to the proposed 40-member BTC. According to the original proposal, 30 of these were reserved for tribals and 10 more for the non-tribal population living in the BTC area. The BLT now has reportedly changed its mind and wants 25 of them exclusively for tribals. Besides, it wants 10 seats to be kept in the general category and five to be reserved for non-tribals. Assam reportedly rejected the modified plan suggested by the Bodo team. Nonetheless, the State government agreed to include 12 of the 93 villages the BLT wants to be added to the BTC area. The State government has agreed to include a total number of 3,072 villages in the BTC, thus far. Assam further suggested a survey in the rest of the villages the BLT wants in the BTC. It said these villages could be included if tribal population was in a majority. The Union Home Ministry advised in this regard that the State government and the BLT should resolve such differences within a month and reach a peace accord.
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January - 21 
Quoting unnamed Indian officials media reports said Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani, presently on an official visit to Qatar, had a meeting with Foreign Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jasim bin Jabir Al Thani, in Doha, on January 21. At the meeting, both the leaders agreed that pending issues like extra
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Quoting unnamed Indian officials media reports said Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani, presently on an official visit to Qatar, had a meeting with Foreign Minister Sheikh Hamad bin Jasim bin Jabir Al Thani, in Doha, on January 21. At the meeting, both the leaders agreed that pending issues like extradition treaty, mutual legal assistance treaty and joint working group on counter-terrorism would be addressed soon and officials of the two countries would hold discussions if necessary. The two sides also discussed the global threat of terrorism and the need for international cooperation. Advani briefed the Qatari Minister regarding Pakistan's continuing support to cross-border terrorism in the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), reports added.
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January - 24 
According to media reports, India and France, on January 24, signed an extradition treaty. The treaty was signed by Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani and French Justice Minister Dominique Perben at Paris. While signing the treaty, India assured France that it would not award the death sentence to tho
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According to media reports, India and France, on January 24, signed an extradition treaty. The treaty was signed by Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani and French Justice Minister Dominique Perben at Paris. While signing the treaty, India assured France that it would not award the death sentence to those extradited.
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January - 29 
At the recently concluded meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh joint working group (JWG) in Dhaka, India asked Bangladesh to hand over 88 Indian terrorists currently living in that country, media sources reported on January 29. The list includes Sanjiv Debbarma of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), and A
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At the recently concluded meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh joint working group (JWG) in Dhaka, India asked Bangladesh to hand over 88 Indian terrorists currently living in that country, media sources reported on January 29. The list includes Sanjiv Debbarma of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), and Anup Chetia and Paresh Barua of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Turning them in would send a clear message to all terrorists that Bangladesh does not welcome anti-India activities on its soil, India said. It also asked Bangladesh to shut down terrorist training camps. Also, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, using Bangladesh for anti-India operations was discussed. Bangladesh assured of action.
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January - 29 
At the recently concluded meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh joint working group (JWG) in Dhaka, India asked Bangladesh to hand over 88 Indian terrorists currently living in that country, media sources reported on January 29. The list includes Sanjiv Debbarma of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), and A
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At the recently concluded meeting of the Indo-Bangladesh joint working group (JWG) in Dhaka, India asked Bangladesh to hand over 88 Indian terrorists currently living in that country, media sources reported on January 29. The list includes Sanjiv Debbarma of the All Tripura Tiger Force (ATTF), and Anup Chetia and Paresh Barua of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA). Turning them in would send a clear message to all terrorists that Bangladesh does not welcome anti-India activities on its soil, India said. It also asked Bangladesh to shut down terrorist training camps. Also, the Inter Services Intelligence (ISI), Pakistan’s external intelligence agency, using Bangladesh for anti-India operations was discussed. Bangladesh assured of action.
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January - 30 
Defence Secretary Austin Fernando headed the Government delegation while LTTE delegation was led by Eastern commander 'colonel' Karuna. Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) chief Trond Furuhovde chaired the meeting.
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Defence Secretary Austin Fernando headed the Government delegation while LTTE delegation was led by Eastern commander 'colonel' Karuna. Sri Lanka Monitoring Mission (SLMM) chief Trond Furuhovde chaired the meeting.
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March - 2 
Pakistan and China have agreed to sign an extradition treaty on exchanging prisoners and try them according to their own laws and conditions, media reports of March 3 said. Reports said the treaty would help the two countries to cooperate closely in dealing with drug trafficking and illegal immigrat
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Pakistan and China have agreed to sign an extradition treaty on exchanging prisoners and try them according to their own laws and conditions, media reports of March 3 said. Reports said the treaty would help the two countries to cooperate closely in dealing with drug trafficking and illegal immigration. They will also exchange information on criminal offences. Under the treaty, the convicts would complete the period of conviction in their own countries, according to their culture and environment conditions. Besides, convicted or under-trial prisoners would be permitted to contact their families in the respective countries.
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March - 9 
Yesterday, the mainstream political parties––Nepali Congress (NC), Nepal Communist Party–Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML), etc––boycotted a similar meeting convened by the Premier. However, the Rashtrira Prajatantra Party (RPP) attended the meeting. Minister for Information and Communications Rame
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Yesterday, the mainstream political parties––Nepali Congress (NC), Nepal Communist Party–Unified-Marxist-Leninist (CPN-UML), etc––boycotted a similar meeting convened by the Premier. However, the Rashtrira Prajatantra Party (RPP) attended the meeting. Minister for Information and Communications Ramesh Nath Pandey said the discussions were fruitful.
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March - 10 
At a meeting with King Gyanendra, former Premier Girija Prasad Koirala of the NC called for the restoration of the dissolved Parliament. At a separate meeting with the King, UML leader Madhav Kumar Nepal asked the King to collectively meet other top leaders of the Nepal Workers' and Peasants Party a
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At a meeting with King Gyanendra, former Premier Girija Prasad Koirala of the NC called for the restoration of the dissolved Parliament. At a separate meeting with the King, UML leader Madhav Kumar Nepal asked the King to collectively meet other top leaders of the Nepal Workers' and Peasants Party and the United Peoples' Front Nepal to find an amicable solution. The NC, too, made a similar demand and called for forming a national government.
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March - 11 
Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand presided over a meeting with representatives of political parties not represented in the now dissolved Parliament, on March 11, and discussed the draft code of conduct to govern peace talks with the Maoist insurgents. The Samata Party, Nepal Hariyali Party, Rash
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Prime Minister Lokendra Bahadur Chand presided over a meeting with representatives of political parties not represented in the now dissolved Parliament, on March 11, and discussed the draft code of conduct to govern peace talks with the Maoist insurgents. The Samata Party, Nepal Hariyali Party, Rashtriya Janamukti Party and Rashtriya Prajatantra Party (Nationalist) attended the meeting. Communications Minister and government spokesman Ramesh Nath Pandey said suggestions made at the meeting would be incorporated in the code.
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March - 11 
Earlier in the day, Teleffsen met with Defence Minister Tilak Marapane, Defence Secretary Austin Fernando and Sri Lankan Navy Commander Dayasandagiri and discussed the incident. Reports said it is likely that the SLMM would be put in place additional procedures to avoid recurrence of such incidents.
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Earlier in the day, Teleffsen met with Defence Minister Tilak Marapane, Defence Secretary Austin Fernando and Sri Lankan Navy Commander Dayasandagiri and discussed the incident. Reports said it is likely that the SLMM would be put in place additional procedures to avoid recurrence of such incidents.
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March - 12 
Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgesen arrived in Colombo and would meet President Chandrika Kumaratunga, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe and the LTTE leadership.
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Norwegian Deputy Foreign Minister Vidar Helgesen arrived in Colombo and would meet President Chandrika Kumaratunga, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe and the LTTE leadership.
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March - 13 
Later in the evening Helgesen met with President Chandrika Kumaratunga and held discussions on the next round of peace talks. He also met with Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe, but details of the meeting were not immediately available.
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Later in the evening Helgesen met with President Chandrika Kumaratunga and held discussions on the next round of peace talks. He also met with Prime Minister Ranil Wickremasinghe, but details of the meeting were not immediately available.
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March - 16 
In a report on March 16, the Kuensel said the Nepal-Bhutan Joint Verification Team is continuing in Thimphu the process of categorisation of people in refugee camps in Nepal. While both sides were unwilling to discuss details, the Registration Department of Bhutan director general Dasho Sonam Tenzin
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In a report on March 16, the Kuensel said the Nepal-Bhutan Joint Verification Team is continuing in Thimphu the process of categorisation of people in refugee camps in Nepal. While both sides were unwilling to discuss details, the Registration Department of Bhutan director general Dasho Sonam Tenzing said discussions were being held in a "very cordial and friendly atmosphere" and differences were being sorted out. A Joint Secretary in the Home Ministry of Nepal, Sushil Rana, also agreed that work was in progress but declined to comment.
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March - 24 
According to a report in Kuensel, Nepalese Foreign Minister Narendra Bikram Shah reached Thimphu on March 24 to attend the 13th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting today, March 25. The MJC is headed by the Foreign Ministers of Bhutan and Nepal and was constituted by the two governments to work
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According to a report in Kuensel, Nepalese Foreign Minister Narendra Bikram Shah reached Thimphu on March 24 to attend the 13th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting today, March 25. The MJC is headed by the Foreign Ministers of Bhutan and Nepal and was constituted by the two governments to work towards finding an early and lasting solution to the of Bhutanese refugees issue. The meeting will discuss the report submitted by the Joint Verification Team (JVT), on the categorisation of refugees at the Khudanabari camp in Nepal. The Bhutanese refugees are being categorized into four categories––Bhutanese who were forcibly evicted, Bhutanese who willingly emigrated, non-Bhutanese and Bhutanese with criminal record. Verification at six more camps is yet to begin.
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March - 24 
According to a report in Kuensel, Nepalese Foreign Minister Narendra Bikram Shah reached Thimphu on March 24 to attend the 13th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting today, March 25. The MJC is headed by the Foreign Ministers of Bhutan and Nepal and was constituted by the two governments to work
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According to a report in Kuensel, Nepalese Foreign Minister Narendra Bikram Shah reached Thimphu on March 24 to attend the 13th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting today, March 25. The MJC is headed by the Foreign Ministers of Bhutan and Nepal and was constituted by the two governments to work towards finding an early and lasting solution to the of Bhutanese refugees issue. The meeting will discuss the report submitted by the Joint Verification Team (JVT), on the categorisation of refugees at the Khudanabari camp in Nepal. The Bhutanese refugees are being categorized into four categories––Bhutanese who were forcibly evicted, Bhutanese who willingly emigrated, non-Bhutanese and Bhutanese with criminal record. Verification at six more camps is yet to begin.
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March - 27 
According to a media report, the King of Bhutan met the Indian national security advisor, Brajesh Mishra, in Paro on March 27 and discussed a wide range of issues, including those pertaining to the security concerns of the two countries. Mishra was on an official visit to Bhutan.
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According to a media report, the King of Bhutan met the Indian national security advisor, Brajesh Mishra, in Paro on March 27 and discussed a wide range of issues, including those pertaining to the security concerns of the two countries. Mishra was on an official visit to Bhutan.
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March - 29 
Following a two-day meeting that concluded in Thimpu, on March 25 Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan reiterated commitments of their governments seeking bilaterally "a just and durable solution" to the refugees-problem in eastern Nepal, Kuensel reported on March 29. The 13th meeting of the Minist
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Following a two-day meeting that concluded in Thimpu, on March 25 Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan reiterated commitments of their governments seeking bilaterally "a just and durable solution" to the refugees-problem in eastern Nepal, Kuensel reported on March 29. The 13th meeting of the Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) also reviewed functioning of the Thimphu-based Nepal-Bhutan Joint Verification Team (JVT) assigned with the task of classifying 12,095 refugees staying at the Khudunabari camp into the four agreed categories–– bonafide Bhutanese who have been evicted, Bhutanese who emigrated, non Bhutanese, and Bhutanese who have committed criminal acts. Bhutan foreign minister, Lyonpo Jigmi Y. Thinley later reportedly said that once the categorisation was over, the next step would be taken according to the "harmonised" positions of the two governments on each these categories.
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March - 29 
Following a two-day meeting that concluded in Thimpu, on March 25 Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan reiterated commitments of their governments seeking bilaterally "a just and durable solution" to the refugees-problem in eastern Nepal, Kuensel reported on March 29. The 13th meeting of the Minist
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Following a two-day meeting that concluded in Thimpu, on March 25 Foreign Ministers of Nepal and Bhutan reiterated commitments of their governments seeking bilaterally "a just and durable solution" to the refugees-problem in eastern Nepal, Kuensel reported on March 29. The 13th meeting of the Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) also reviewed functioning of the Thimphu-based Nepal-Bhutan Joint Verification Team (JVT) assigned with the task of classifying 12,095 refugees staying at the Khudunabari camp into the four agreed categories–– bonafide Bhutanese who have been evicted, Bhutanese who emigrated, non Bhutanese, and Bhutanese who have committed criminal acts. Bhutan foreign minister, Lyonpo Jigmi Y. Thinley later reportedly said that once the categorisation was over, the next step would be taken according to the "harmonised" positions of the two governments on each these categories.
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April - 2 
A media report of April 2 said India and Russia made a Joint statement against terrorism at the end of the sixth meeting of the joint working group (JWG) in Moscow. The statement said "action against terrorism should be uniform, comprehensive, continuous and multi-faceted and directed against those
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A media report of April 2 said India and Russia made a Joint statement against terrorism at the end of the sixth meeting of the joint working group (JWG) in Moscow. The statement said "action against terrorism should be uniform, comprehensive, continuous and multi-faceted and directed against those states, entities and individuals who support, fund or abet terrorists or provide them shelter or asylum, or engage in cross-border terrorism".
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April - 25 
Nepal and the United States (US), on April 25, signed a ‘commitment’ to fight terrorism jointly. The agreement would remain in force for the next five years, and can be renewed through mutual agreement. Home Secretary Tika Dutta Niraula and the US Ambassador Mike Malinowski signed the document.
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Nepal and the United States (US), on April 25, signed a ‘commitment’ to fight terrorism jointly. The agreement would remain in force for the next five years, and can be renewed through mutual agreement. Home Secretary Tika Dutta Niraula and the US Ambassador Mike Malinowski signed the document.
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May - 1 
India and Bangladesh have agreed to revive the Joint Boundary Working Groups for speedy resolution of border demarcation and related issues even as Bangladesh has assured that it would not allow its territory to be used for any anti-India activities. A joint statement issued on May 1, after India’s
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India and Bangladesh have agreed to revive the Joint Boundary Working Groups for speedy resolution of border demarcation and related issues even as Bangladesh has assured that it would not allow its territory to be used for any anti-India activities. A joint statement issued on May 1, after India’s Foreign Secretary Kanwal Sibal held three days of talks in Dhaka with his Bangladesh counterpart Shamsher M Chowdhury, said, "It was also agreed to strengthen and fully implement the agreed procedures to stop cross-border illegal movement of people". Regarding the existence of terrorist camps in Bangladesh, the statement said, "in response to Indian concerns regarding the activities of Indian insurgent groups in Bangladesh, the Bangladesh side reaffirmed the commitment not to allow its territory to be used for any activities inimical to the interests of India". Both the countries also decided to jointly patrol the 4,000-km border where incidents of push-in or firing take place frequently.
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May - 1 
India and Vietnam, on May 1, agreed to "strengthen cooperation" in opposing all forms of violence and terror, attempts to force "one's will on others" or interfere in the internal affairs of sovereign nations. A joint declaration laying out a framework of "comprehensive cooperation" was signed by th
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India and Vietnam, on May 1, agreed to "strengthen cooperation" in opposing all forms of violence and terror, attempts to force "one's will on others" or interfere in the internal affairs of sovereign nations. A joint declaration laying out a framework of "comprehensive cooperation" was signed by the two countries as the visiting Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) general secretary, Nong Duc Manh, held talks with the Prime Minister, Atal Behari Vajpayee. Manh's visit is part of the high-level exchanges that have been taking place between India and Vietnam.
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May - 6 
Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is likely to hold consultations with the top brass of
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Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is likely to hold consultations with the top brass of the Bhutanese Army on the measures to close down training camps of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO). Gen Vij will also visit Army formations in West Bengal and Sikkim to take stock of the continuing operations against terrorist hideouts on the Indian side of the border.
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May - 6 
Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali on May 6 announced the restoration of diplomatic ties with India. He said, "In addition to the exchange of two high commissioners, we also propose restoration of full strengths of the missions of the two countries in their respective capitals." Announcing th
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Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali on May 6 announced the restoration of diplomatic ties with India. He said, "In addition to the exchange of two high commissioners, we also propose restoration of full strengths of the missions of the two countries in their respective capitals." Announcing this at a press conference in Islamabad, Jamali added that air, bus and train links and sporting ties with India would also be revived. The Premier said his government had also decided to release detained Indian fishermen.
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May - 6 
Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is likely to hold consultations with the top brass of
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Army chief General N C Vij left on a five-day visit to Bhutan on May 6 in the backdrop of Indian concerns about the existence of camps of terrorist groups operating in India’s Northeast. According to media reports, General Vij, during his visit, is likely to hold consultations with the top brass of the Bhutanese Army on the measures to close down training camps of the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO). Gen Vij will also visit Army formations in West Bengal and Sikkim to take stock of the continuing operations against terrorist hideouts on the Indian side of the border.
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May - 9 
The current India-Pakistan peace process and cross-border terrorism figured prominently during the talks National Security Advisor Brajesh Mishra had with his American counterpart Condoleeza Rice in Washington on May 9. According to media reports, while briefing her on Prime Minister Atal Behari Vaj
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The current India-Pakistan peace process and cross-border terrorism figured prominently during the talks National Security Advisor Brajesh Mishra had with his American counterpart Condoleeza Rice in Washington on May 9. According to media reports, while briefing her on Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee's peace initiatives with Pakistan, Mishra is believed to have expressed India's concern over continuing cross-border terrorism despite Pakistan's commitment to stop the same.
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May - 9 
According to media reports, Chief of the Indian Army, General N C Vij, on May 9 discussed the activities of terrorist outfits operating in India allegedly from their Bhutan-based camps, including the Assam-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) with the Bhutanese authorities. General Vij also
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According to media reports, Chief of the Indian Army, General N C Vij, on May 9 discussed the activities of terrorist outfits operating in India allegedly from their Bhutan-based camps, including the Assam-based United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA) with the Bhutanese authorities. General Vij also called on the Bhutan King, Jigme Singye Wangchuk, Prime Minister Lyonpo Kinzang Dorji and the Chief Operations Officer of the Royal Bhutan Army, Goongleon Gongma Lam Dorji. General Vij arrived in Thimpu on a three-day visit on May 8.
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May - 12 
A group of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Parliamentarians have decided to meet Thamilchelvan on May 13 in Kilinochchi to discuss the peace process, suspended temporarily since April 21.
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A group of Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Parliamentarians have decided to meet Thamilchelvan on May 13 in Kilinochchi to discuss the peace process, suspended temporarily since April 21.
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May - 15 
Media reports said, after a meeting with the visiting Indian Foreign Minister Yashwant Sinha in Moscow on May 15, Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov in a statement has asked Pakistan to terminate cross-border terrorism into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. He also reportedly asked Pakistan t
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Media reports said, after a meeting with the visiting Indian Foreign Minister Yashwant Sinha in Moscow on May 15, Russian Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov in a statement has asked Pakistan to terminate cross-border terrorism into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. He also reportedly asked Pakistan to dismantle all terrorist training camps on its territory. He appreciated India's peace initiative to normalise relations with Islamabad, the reports added.
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May - 15 
According to reports, at a meeting with the Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen and his deputy Vidar Helgesen, on May 15, at Kilinochchi, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief Velupillai Prabhakaran reiterated that a formal mechanism to administer funds for the reconstruction of the
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According to reports, at a meeting with the Norwegian Foreign Minister Jan Petersen and his deputy Vidar Helgesen, on May 15, at Kilinochchi, the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) chief Velupillai Prabhakaran reiterated that a formal mechanism to administer funds for the reconstruction of the North-East be set up as a prerequisite for the group to participate at the Tokyo donor conference to he held in June. Later, the LTTE spokesperson Daya Master reportedly said, "There is no change in the LTTE position (on boycotting the Tokyo talks). It will depend on the Government's response." Japan had asked both, the LTTE and the Government, to declare their intention in this regard by May 14.
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May - 19 
According to media reports, the visiting Foreign Minister of Bhutan Jigme Y.Thinley would discuss the status of Bhutanese refugees camping in Nepal at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee meeting in Kathmandu on May 19, today with his Nepalese counterpart. The meeting would discuss, inter alia, the
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According to media reports, the visiting Foreign Minister of Bhutan Jigme Y.Thinley would discuss the status of Bhutanese refugees camping in Nepal at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee meeting in Kathmandu on May 19, today with his Nepalese counterpart. The meeting would discuss, inter alia, the status of 12,000 refugees who have recently been categorized into four groups for the first stage of repatriation. At least 100,000 refugees are camping in the seven United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)-administered camps in Morang and Jhapa districts.
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May - 20 
Nepal and Bhutan Foreign Ministers met in Kathmandu on May 20 to discuss the repatriation of 12,000 refugees from the Khudanabari camp in Jhapa.
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Nepal and Bhutan Foreign Ministers met in Kathmandu on May 20 to discuss the repatriation of 12,000 refugees from the Khudanabari camp in Jhapa.
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May - 21 
Nepal and Bhutan have reportedly agreed to categorise the 12,000 refugees in the Khudanabari camp in Nepal into two groups––of those who were forcibly evicted and those who left Bhutan voluntarily 13 years ago, at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting on May 21. The Bhutanese officials
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Nepal and Bhutan have reportedly agreed to categorise the 12,000 refugees in the Khudanabari camp in Nepal into two groups––of those who were forcibly evicted and those who left Bhutan voluntarily 13 years ago, at the 14th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting on May 21. The Bhutanese officials have also said that those who left voluntarily would have to re-apply for citizenship. However, the fate of 90,000 refugees in six other refugee camps in Jhapa and Morang were not discussed at the meeting. Bhutanese Foreign Minister Jigme Y. Thinley later announced that the 15th MJC meeting would be held in Thimbu from August 11 to 15, 2003.
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May - 31 
A senior Iranian security official asked Pakistan's visiting Foreign Minister Khurshid Mehmud Kasuri on May 31 to ensure that no Al Qaeda operative infiltrates into Iran from its eastern neighbour. "Iran and Pakistan's joint campaign against terrorism, particularly against the al-Qaeda group is impo
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A senior Iranian security official asked Pakistan's visiting Foreign Minister Khurshid Mehmud Kasuri on May 31 to ensure that no Al Qaeda operative infiltrates into Iran from its eastern neighbour. "Iran and Pakistan's joint campaign against terrorism, particularly against the al-Qaeda group is important," the official IRNA news agency quoted Supreme National Security Council chief Hassan Rohani as saying. "The best way to confront al-Qaeda is through regional cooperation and Pakistan should do its utmost to prevent al-Qaeda members from entering into Iran," Rohani told Kasuri during talks.
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June - 4 
A diplomatic team comprising Dutch, Swiss, United Kingdom and German Ambassadors, met S P Tamilselvan, Head of the Political Wing of the LTTE, to reaffirm as bilateral donors, their strong support to the peace process. The team also pressed upon the LTTE to avail itself of the benefits that might ac
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A diplomatic team comprising Dutch, Swiss, United Kingdom and German Ambassadors, met S P Tamilselvan, Head of the Political Wing of the LTTE, to reaffirm as bilateral donors, their strong support to the peace process. The team also pressed upon the LTTE to avail itself of the benefits that might accrue from the Donors Conference to be held in Tokyo on June 9-10.
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June - 9 
The Tokyo aid conference on Sri Lankan peace process commencing on June 9, today, would be attended by representatives from 32 countries and 20 multilateral donor agencies, including the World Bank (WB) and International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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The Tokyo aid conference on Sri Lankan peace process commencing on June 9, today, would be attended by representatives from 32 countries and 20 multilateral donor agencies, including the World Bank (WB) and International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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June - 10 
According to media reports, India has handed over to the United States (US) certain documents relating to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism during the talks between visiting Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani and US Attorney General John Ashcroft in Washington on June 10. Advani, accompanied by Intelligenc
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According to media reports, India has handed over to the United States (US) certain documents relating to Pakistan-sponsored terrorism during the talks between visiting Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani and US Attorney General John Ashcroft in Washington on June 10. Advani, accompanied by Intelligence Bureau (IB) chief K P Singh, reportedly had a luncheon meeting with Ashcroft discussing all aspects relating to terrorism. According to the Deputy Premier, "certain papers that we had which we felt could be shared with America, we handed over to Ashcroft."
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June - 10 
Pakistan-sponsored cross border terrorism and India’s recent peace initiative came up for discussions during an unscheduled meeting on the same day between Advani and US President George W Bush.
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Pakistan-sponsored cross border terrorism and India’s recent peace initiative came up for discussions during an unscheduled meeting on the same day between Advani and US President George W Bush.
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June - 11 
Speaking at the World Affairs Council in Los Angeles, US, on June 11, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said the fight against terrorism is a key component of the strategic Indo-US relations. He further said, "The epicenter of international terrorism lies in India's immediate neighbourhood, Pakistan"
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Speaking at the World Affairs Council in Los Angeles, US, on June 11, Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani said the fight against terrorism is a key component of the strategic Indo-US relations. He further said, "The epicenter of international terrorism lies in India's immediate neighbourhood, Pakistan". India and the US have to work in active partnership to defeat the menace of terrorism fuelled by religious extremism, he added.
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June - 16 
Russia will not judge Pakistan by its public statements on measures to curb terrorism, but by "real actions and deeds", visiting Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov said in Delhi on June 16. He said that Russia hoped Pakistan would continue to crack down on Islamist terrorists who cross into the Indian Sta
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Russia will not judge Pakistan by its public statements on measures to curb terrorism, but by "real actions and deeds", visiting Foreign Minister Igor Ivanov said in Delhi on June 16. He said that Russia hoped Pakistan would continue to crack down on Islamist terrorists who cross into the Indian State of Jammu and Kashmir. "The leadership of Pakistan has recently undertaken a number of steps to curb terrorist activities in its territory. We hope this work will be continued," Ivanov said after a meeting with his Indian counterpart, Yashwant Sinha. Sinha added that India and Russia have decided to set up a "joint working group on combating international terrorism and the first meeting will be held within this year." Ivanov was in Islamabad on June 15 and reportedly discussed with President Pervez Musharraf the recent India-Pakistan peace initiatives and cross-border terrorism.
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June - 17 
An Indian Embassy spokesperson reportedly informed on June 17 that the second round of India-Nepal talks on renewing the five-decade-old Extradition Treaty would be held sometime in the second week of July in New Delhi. The first round of talks was held in Kathmandu during February 2003. India has a
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An Indian Embassy spokesperson reportedly informed on June 17 that the second round of India-Nepal talks on renewing the five-decade-old Extradition Treaty would be held sometime in the second week of July in New Delhi. The first round of talks was held in Kathmandu during February 2003. India has asked Nepal to include the provision of extradition of third country nationals from Nepal also within the treaty’s purview.
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June - 18 
Visiting Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri and Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia reiterated on June 18 in Dhaka their strong stand against extremism and terrorism. Both leaders also expressed their firm belief in tolerance and understanding of diverse views.
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Visiting Indonesian President Megawati Soekarnoputri and Bangladesh Prime Minister Khaleda Zia reiterated on June 18 in Dhaka their strong stand against extremism and terrorism. Both leaders also expressed their firm belief in tolerance and understanding of diverse views.
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June - 19 
On June 19, the European Union delegates met Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa to appreciate the Government’s efforts in the ongoing peace process.
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On June 19, the European Union delegates met Prime Minister Surya Bahadur Thapa to appreciate the Government’s efforts in the ongoing peace process.
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June - 29 
A media report said a meeting was held on June 29 between the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) officials in Assam's Karimganj district. The officials reportedly discussed the ways and means to stop cross border movement of the terrorists and rescuing the two persons held c
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A media report said a meeting was held on June 29 between the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) officials in Assam's Karimganj district. The officials reportedly discussed the ways and means to stop cross border movement of the terrorists and rescuing the two persons held captive by the National Liberation Front of Tripura (NLFT) terrorists at their Bangladesh hideout.
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July - 1 
On July 1, Nagaland Chief Minister (CM) Neiphiu Rio reportedly met Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani in New Delhi and discussed the issue of cease-fire extension with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM). Later, while addressing media persons, he expressed hope that the o
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On July 1, Nagaland Chief Minister (CM) Neiphiu Rio reportedly met Deputy Prime Minister L K Advani in New Delhi and discussed the issue of cease-fire extension with the National Socialist Council of Nagaland- Isak Muivah (NSCN-IM). Later, while addressing media persons, he expressed hope that the obstacles in the way of the peace process would be overcome and also extension of the cease-fire would be smooth.
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July - 22 
According to a report of the Kuensel of July 25, the Indian Foreign Secretary, Kanwal Sibal met King Jigme Singye Wangchuck on July 22 during his visit to Bhutan and discussed bilateral cooperation and presence of Indian terrorists in the jungles of southern Bhutan, among other things.
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According to a report of the Kuensel of July 25, the Indian Foreign Secretary, Kanwal Sibal met King Jigme Singye Wangchuck on July 22 during his visit to Bhutan and discussed bilateral cooperation and presence of Indian terrorists in the jungles of southern Bhutan, among other things.
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September - 4 
Addressing the second India-Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Business Summit in New Delhi on September 4, External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha opined that trans-national terrorism and not wars between nations pose the principal threat to peace and stability in the world. He added,
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Addressing the second India-Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) Business Summit in New Delhi on September 4, External Affairs Minister Yashwant Sinha opined that trans-national terrorism and not wars between nations pose the principal threat to peace and stability in the world. He added, "India and ASEAN should not lose sight of the overarching importance of working purposefully and in cooperation to combat the menace of terrorism".
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September - 15 
The visiting King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuk has reportedly said that leaders of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) would be invited for talks by Thimpu to discuss the removal of their camps th
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The visiting King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuk has reportedly said that leaders of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) would be invited for talks by Thimpu to discuss the removal of their camps there. The Bhutanese National Assembly in October 2003 had also taken a decision in this regard. The three terrorist outfits are active in the Northeastern part of India and also in the State of West Bengal and are believed to have together more than 30 camps in the jungles of southern Bhutan. A press release from the Bhutan Embassy in Delhi on September 15 said, "He (the King) said that so long as the Government of Bhutan and the Government of India work closely together, and so long as Bhutan has the goodwill, friendship and support of India, he was confident that the problem can be resolved in the near future."
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September - 15 
The visiting King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuk has reportedly said that leaders of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) would be invited for talks by Thimpu to discuss the removal of their camps th
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The visiting King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuk has reportedly said that leaders of United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), the National Democratic Front of Bodoland (NDFB) and the Kamtapur Liberation Organisation (KLO) would be invited for talks by Thimpu to discuss the removal of their camps there. The Bhutanese National Assembly in October 2003 had also taken a decision in this regard. The three terrorist outfits are active in the Northeastern part of India and also in the State of West Bengal and are believed to have together more than 30 camps in the jungles of southern Bhutan. A press release from the Bhutan Embassy in Delhi on September 15 said, "He (the King) said that so long as the Government of Bhutan and the Government of India work closely together, and so long as Bhutan has the goodwill, friendship and support of India, he was confident that the problem can be resolved in the near future."
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September - 17 
Both India and Turkey have decided to establish a Joint Working Group (JWG) on terrorism, organised crime and illicit trafficking of human, narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances as well as their linkages.
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Both India and Turkey have decided to establish a Joint Working Group (JWG) on terrorism, organised crime and illicit trafficking of human, narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances as well as their linkages.
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September - 18 
According to media reports, India and Bhutan agreed in New Delhi on September 18 to work closely on checking the problem of Northeast terrorists operating from Bhutanese soil. A joint statement issued at the end of a five-day visit of Bhutanese King Jigme Singye Wangchuk stated that both countries w
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According to media reports, India and Bhutan agreed in New Delhi on September 18 to work closely on checking the problem of Northeast terrorists operating from Bhutanese soil. A joint statement issued at the end of a five-day visit of Bhutanese King Jigme Singye Wangchuk stated that both countries would not allow their territories to be used by anyone to harm each other’s interests.
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September - 18 
According to media reports, India and Bhutan agreed in New Delhi on September 18 to work closely on checking the problem of Northeast terrorists operating from Bhutanese soil. A joint statement issued at the end of a five-day visit of Bhutanese King Jigme Singye Wangchuk stated that both countries w
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According to media reports, India and Bhutan agreed in New Delhi on September 18 to work closely on checking the problem of Northeast terrorists operating from Bhutanese soil. A joint statement issued at the end of a five-day visit of Bhutanese King Jigme Singye Wangchuk stated that both countries would not allow their territories to be used by anyone to harm each other’s interests.
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September - 29 
According to a report in Kuensel, Bhutan and Nepal have agreed to hold the 15th meeting of the Ministerial Joint Committee in Thimphu from October 20 to 23. This was decided when Bhutan's Foreign Minister, Lyonpo Khandu Wangchuk, met Dr. Bekh Bahadur Thapa, Ambassador at Large of the Government of N
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According to a report in Kuensel, Bhutan and Nepal have agreed to hold the 15th meeting of the Ministerial Joint Committee in Thimphu from October 20 to 23. This was decided when Bhutan's Foreign Minister, Lyonpo Khandu Wangchuk, met Dr. Bekh Bahadur Thapa, Ambassador at Large of the Government of Nepal, in New York on September 29. Both sides also held discussions on the situation in the refugee camps in Nepal.
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September - 29 
According to a report in Kuensel, Bhutan and Nepal have agreed to hold the 15th meeting of the Ministerial Joint Committee in Thimphu from October 20 to 23. This was decided when Bhutan's Foreign Minister, Lyonpo Khandu Wangchuk, met Dr. Bekh Bahadur Thapa, Ambassador at Large of the Government of N
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According to a report in Kuensel, Bhutan and Nepal have agreed to hold the 15th meeting of the Ministerial Joint Committee in Thimphu from October 20 to 23. This was decided when Bhutan's Foreign Minister, Lyonpo Khandu Wangchuk, met Dr. Bekh Bahadur Thapa, Ambassador at Large of the Government of Nepal, in New York on September 29. Both sides also held discussions on the situation in the refugee camps in Nepal.
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October - 21 
According to a report in The Independent, a four-day long meeting on border issues between Bangladesh and India has begun in Shillong, capital city of the Indian State of Meghalaya, on October 21. Deputy Director General of Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) Brigadier General Ibrahim Khalil is leading the 8-me
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According to a report in The Independent, a four-day long meeting on border issues between Bangladesh and India has begun in Shillong, capital city of the Indian State of Meghalaya, on October 21. Deputy Director General of Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) Brigadier General Ibrahim Khalil is leading the 8-member Bangladesh delegation while the 12 member Indian team will be led by Inspector General (IG) of Border Security Force (BSF), Shillong, B K Dey.
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October - 21 
According to a report in The Independent, a four-day long meeting on border issues between Bangladesh and India has begun in Shillong, capital city of the Indian State of Meghalaya, on October 21. Deputy Director General of Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) Brigadier General Ibrahim Khalil is leading the 8-me
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According to a report in The Independent, a four-day long meeting on border issues between Bangladesh and India has begun in Shillong, capital city of the Indian State of Meghalaya, on October 21. Deputy Director General of Bangladesh Rifles (BDR) Brigadier General Ibrahim Khalil is leading the 8-member Bangladesh delegation while the 12 member Indian team will be led by Inspector General (IG) of Border Security Force (BSF), Shillong, B K Dey.
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October - 23 
According to a report in the Kuensel, the 15th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting between Nepal and Bhutan on the refugee issue, which concluded in Thimphu on October 23, has reached an agreement on a number of issues. Both sides reportedly agreed that the appeals submitted by the people in C
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According to a report in the Kuensel, the 15th Ministerial Joint Committee (MJC) meeting between Nepal and Bhutan on the refugee issue, which concluded in Thimphu on October 23, has reached an agreement on a number of issues. Both sides reportedly agreed that the appeals submitted by the people in Category 3 (non-Bhutanese who are claiming to be Bhutanese) would be reviewed by the Joint Verification Team (JVT) by the end of January 2004. It was also agreed that people falling under category 4 (people who have committed crimes against the people and country of Bhutan) would be allowed to return and given a chance to prove their innocence in a court of law. Their family members will not be prosecuted on their return to Bhutan. Both sides further agreed that people in category one (people who claim they were forcefully evicted from the country), two (people who emigrated on their own free will), and four, who have applied to return to Bhutan will be repatriated as ‘per the harmonized position on these categories.’ Those people in Category 2 who do not want to return to Bhutan are to be allowed to apply for the Nepali citizenship.
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November - 14 
India and Tajikistan set up a Joint Working Group (JWG) to combat international terrorism and also singed on extradition treaty in Dushanbe, on November 14. The JWG was formed during the Indian Premier Atal Behari Vajpayee’s ongoing official visit to Tajikistan.
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India and Tajikistan set up a Joint Working Group (JWG) to combat international terrorism and also singed on extradition treaty in Dushanbe, on November 14. The JWG was formed during the Indian Premier Atal Behari Vajpayee’s ongoing official visit to Tajikistan.
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November - 21 
India and Mauritius have signed an extradition treaty in New Delhi on November 21. The agreement was signed in the presence of the Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and the visiting Mauritius Premier Paul Berenger after delegation-level talks at the Hyderabad House. Both countries have also
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India and Mauritius have signed an extradition treaty in New Delhi on November 21. The agreement was signed in the presence of the Indian Prime Minister Atal Behari Vajpayee and the visiting Mauritius Premier Paul Berenger after delegation-level talks at the Hyderabad House. Both countries have also agreed to set up a Joint Working Group (JWG) on counter-terrorism at an early date.
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