PM Modi Cautions Against Weaponising Technology and Critical Minerals
PM Modi cautioned against the weaponisation of technology and critical minerals at the BRICS Summit, unveiling new frameworks for supply chain, climate, and economic resilience.
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PM Modi cautioned against the weaponisation of technology and critical minerals at the BRICS Summit, unveiling new frameworks for supply chain, climate, and economic resilience.
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