The apex court's ruling distinguishes between royalty payments, which are fees levied for the extraction of minerals, and taxes imposed by states on the ownership or use of mines and mineral-bearing lands.
In recent diplomatic exchanges, Indian officials have raised issues regarding individuals and groups operating in Canada that allegedly propagate anti-India sentiments and activities.
India, one of the world's largest consumers of gold and silver, has historically faced challenges related to high import duties, which impact pricing and competitiveness in global markets.
The Kargil War, fought between May and July 1999, saw Indian forces successfully repelling intrusions by Pakistani troops in the high-altitude terrain of Kargil.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the sanctions on Tuesday, targeting individuals accused of facilitating North Korea's procurement of goods and technology for its weapons of mass destruction (WMD) programs.
The dinner, held at the presidential Blue House in Seoul, brought together President Yoon along with Lee Nak-yon, the newly elected Chairman of the DPK, and other key figures within the party.
The meeting, held in Seoul, saw South Korean Vice Foreign Minister Park Jin and his Chinese counterpart, Vice Foreign Minister Le Yucheng, discussing a wide range of issues crucial to both nations.
The South Korean government has vowed to raise the issue with North Korean officials through diplomatic channels, emphasizing the need for adherence to agreements aimed at reducing tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Minister Ivanov emphasized the need for heightened vigilance in light of this transaction, suggesting potential strategic implications for both regional and international security dynamics.
South Korean officials, highlights a steady influx of North Korean defectors seeking refuge and freedom in the South.
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