Economic Community of West African States
Context: Recently, the military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced their immediate withdrawal from the West African bloc ECOWAS. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: ECOWAS: Fostering Integration and Stability in West Africa Establishment and Mandate: Economic Integration and Vision: Role in Conflict Resolution: Recent Challenges and Actions: ECOWAS and […]
UNRWA Funding Suspension Key Highlights
Context: UN officials call for a reconsideration of the decision to suspend funding for UNRWA. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key highlights: Israel’s Accusations Against UNRWA: UNRWA’s Response: Current Situation: United Nations’ Refugee Agency for Palestinians (UNRWA): Performance: -Source: The Hindu
Free Movement Regime To End At Myanmar Border
Context: The Home Minister recently said the Free Movement Regime (FMR) agreement with Myanmar would be reconsidered to stop border residents from moving into each other’s country without any paperwork. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Free Movement Regime (FMR) between India and Myanmar: A Shift in Policy Introduction to FMR: Historical […]
Approval of Sweden NATO Membership by Turkey Parliament
Context: Sweden’s attempt to join NATO cleared a major hurdle after Turkey’s parliament supported its membership. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Why Sweden Wants to Join NATO? Turkey’s Opposition to Sweden’s Bid: What Sweden Brings to NATO? What is NATO? What is important about NATO’s collective defence? Article 5 reads: “The Parties […]
India-Bangladesh Relation
Context: Recently, the Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina returned to power in Bangladesh for a historic fourth straight term. India was among the first countries to congratulate, illustrating the close bilateral relationship between the two countries. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Flourishing Ties Between India and Bangladesh Historical Foundation: Periods of Strain: Revival under […]
Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP)
Context: The Indian Vice President recently inaugurated the 12th General Assembly of the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace in New Delhi. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP) Inception and Vision: Headquarters and Leadership: Historical Context: International Participation: UN Recognition:
Diplomatic Turmoil in Maldives and Shifting Alliances
Context: The Maldives is currently navigating diplomatic turmoil marked by undiplomatic remarks, military repositioning, and the termination of significant agreements, prompting concerns about its relationship with India. Additionally, the Maldives has entered into new agreements with China, adding complexity to the geopolitical dynamics in the region. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: […]
Henley Passport Index 2024
Context: The average number of visa-free destinations has nearly doubled since 2006, according to the 2024 Henley Passport Index. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About Henley Passport Index: International Air Transport Association (IATA) Henley Passport Index 2024: Key Highlights Top-Ranked Passports: European Dominance: Global Access Trends: Indian Passport Ranking: Lowest-Ranked Passports: […]
Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism
Context: India recently flagged concerns relating to sensitive and confidential trade data of its exporters getting compromised while complying with the European Union’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: CBAM – A Policy Tool to Reduce Carbon Emissions How does CBAM work? Objectives and Significance of CBAM […]
India-Pakistan Nuclear Information Exchange
Context: India and Pakistan recently exchanged lists of their nuclear installations and facilities through diplomatic channels in New Delhi and Islamabad, adhering to the Agreement on the Prohibition of Attack against Nuclear Installations and Facilities between the two countries. Relevance: GS III: Energy, GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Agreement on the Prohibition […]