International Relations

Context ∙ The 14th Ministerial-level meeting of the India- United States Trade Policy Forum (TPF) was held recently. About ∙ The Ministers agreed to establish a Joint Facilitative Mechanism (JFM) to mitigate non-tariff barriers which would eliminate duplicative testing requirements and reduce compliance costs for trade in high-quality goods. ∙ USA is India’s top export […]

In News ∙ Judges at the International Court of Justice(ICJ) opened two days of legal arguments in a case filed by South Africa accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza war. About Issue ∙ South Africa had moved the ICJ, invoking the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide, 1948, against Israel,

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

Context: ∙ Sweden’s attempt to join NATO cleared a major hurdle recently after Turkey’s parliament supported its membership. About: ∙ This move came after Sweden tightened its anti-terror legislation and pledged closer cooperation with Turkey on security concerns. ∙ For a new country to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), all the existing members

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

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

Context ∙ The 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland was concluded recently. ∙ Mere scrapping of FMR might not make any difference on the ground, as in the case of Manipur where FMR has remained suspended since September 2022. ∙ The people continue to cross the international border  About ∙

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

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

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