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India and France Strengthen Ties 

Context ∙ French President Emmanuel Macron was the Chief guest at the 75th Republic Day Celebration. Major Highlights of India and France Relations ∙ Strategic Partnership: After India’s 1998 nuclear tests, France was the first country to initiate a Strategic Dialogue with India. ο By displaying a greater understanding of India’s security compulsions as compared

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NATO

In News ∙ Turkey’s parliament ratified Sweden’s North Atlantic Treaty Organization(NATO) membership bid. About NATO ∙ It was formed in 1949 with the signing of the Washington Treaty. ∙ NATO’s founding member countries were: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, the United Kingdom and the United States. ∙ It is

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19th NAM Summit

Context ∙ The 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit was held in Uganda’s capital, Kampala. Key discussions at the summit ∙ Israel-Hamas war: The leaders of NAM countries have denounced Israel’s offensive in Gaza and demanded an immediate ceasefire during the summit. ∙ India urged establishing a free Palestinian state and asked for a two-state solution

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India and Cuba

In News ∙ Memorandum of Understanding signed between India and Cuba on Cooperation in the field of Sharing Successful Digital Solutions Implemented at Population Scale for Digital Transformation.  India and Cuba Ties ∙ Beginning: India and Cuba enjoy excellent bilateral relations and have been traditionally warm and friendly. ∙ India was among the first countries

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Iran-Pakistan Conflict

Context ∙ Pakistan has launched missile strikes into Iran under Operation Marg Bar Sarmachar (Death to Insurgents), following Iran’s missile strikes in Pakistan. Where is Balochistan? ∙ Balochistan is a region with a distinct cultural and historical identity, divided between three countries: Pakistan, Iran and Afghanistan. ∙ The 909-km Iran-Pakistan border, known as the Goldsmith

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World Economic Forum

Context: ∙ The WEF Annual Meeting 2024 began in Davos, Switzerland amid growing concerns over climate change, conflicts and misinformation. World Economic Forum (WEF) About: ∙ It is a significant global event that brings together leaders from various sectors to discuss pressing global issues. ∙ It serves as a platform for global leaders to discuss

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India and Saudi Arabia

Context: ∙ India and Saudi Arabia have decided to set up a Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation to give a boost to the defence ties. India-Saudi Arabia Relations: ∙ Establishment of diplomatic relations in 1947, and it was strengthened by the signing of Delhi Declaration in 2006 and elevated to a strategic partnership by signing

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