Shaping a trilateral as Rome looks to the Indo-Pacific
Context: Recently, Italy has begun to signal its intention to enter the Indo-Pacific geography by seeking to join India and Japan in a trilateral partnership. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India’s Neighbours, Foreign Policies affecting India’s Interests) Mains Questions: In the pushback against China a strategic cooperation between India, Italy and Japan can ensure a free […]
India-Nepal Rail Services Agreement (RSA)
Context: Rail Transportation between India & Nepal got a major boost as authorization to all cargo train operators to utilize the Indian railway network to carry all containers bound for Nepal came into force with the signing of a Letter of Exchange (LoE) to the India-Nepal Rail Services Agreement (RSA) 2004. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations […]
MEA rejects OIC’s offer
Context: Recently, the Ministry of External Affairs rejected the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) proposal to assist a dialogue between India and Pakistan. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India’s Neighbors, Foreign Policies, International Groupings and Organizations) Dimensions of the Article: Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) India and OIC About the recent stand taken by OIC on […]
India – EU Cooperation in Agriculture sector
Context: Virtual meeting between Union Minister for Agriculture & Farmers Welfare of India and Member of European Commission-Agriculture was held recently. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Foreign Policies, Treaties and Agreements affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions of the Article: About the European Commission (EC) Highlights of the India – European Commission meet India’s Points highlighted during the […]
Impact of OPEC’s output pact proposal
Context: New discussions between OPEC+ countries which scheduled recently was reportedly called off as key players failed to make any progress in resolving key issues. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Important International Groupings, Foreign Policies affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions of the Article: About Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) The Story so far regarding OPEC […]
U.S. Child Soldier Recruiter List (CSRL)
Context: The United States of America has added Pakistan and 14 other countries to a Child Soldier Recruiter List that identifies foreign governments having government-supported armed groups that recruit or use child soldiers. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Important International Treaties and Agreements, India’s Neighbors) Dimensions of the Article: Child Soldiers and International Regulations UN Convention […]
What lies ahead for Afghanistan after U.S. exit?
Context: On July 2, U.S. troops departed from the Bagram Air Base that coordinated the 20-year-long war in Afghanistan, effectively ending their military operations in the country. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India’s neighbours, Foreign Policies and Developments affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions of the Article: Why did the U.S. invade Afghanistan? Why is the U.S. pulling […]
WB support to India’s informal working class
Context: World Bank said it has approved a USD 500 million (about Rs 3,717.28 crore) loan programme to support India’s informal working class to overcome the current pandemic distress. Relevance: GS-III: Indian Economy (Inclusive growth, Government Policies and Interventions), GS-II: International Relations (Important International Institutions) Dimensions of the Article: About India’s Informal Workforce Issues with […]
India to Maldives on attacks in media
Context: India has sought Maldivian government action on persons behind media reports and social media posts “attacking the dignity” of its resident diplomats, while seeking greater security for the officials. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (India’s Neighbors, Foreign Policies affecting India’s Interests) Dimensions of the Article: About India’s message to Maldives on Media Attacks India–Maldives relations […]
India toughens stand on EU COVID passport
Context: India took issue with the European Union’s plans to institute a “green pass” from July 1, with government sources warning that India will introduce a “reciprocal policy” only allowing ease of travel for those European countries that recognise Indian vaccines Covishield and Covaxin. Relevance: GS-II: International Relations (Important Foreign Policies and Agreements Affecting India’s […]