Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
Context: India recently rejected the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) “unwarranted references” to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Why is the region important for India? How much trade does India do with countries in this region? UAE: […]
Need For Restoration of peace along LAC
Context:Recently, the external Affairs minister met Chinese Foreign Minister. He reiterated India’s position and called for restoration of peace on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) was required to return to normalcy.Relevance:GS Paper 2: India and its Neighbourhood (relations)Dimensions of the Article: Cooperation between India and China: -Source: The Hindu
G20 Foreign Ministers meet
Focus: GS-II: International Relations (Important International Groupings and Agreements, Foreign Policies affecting India’s Interests) Why in News? The Prime Minister of India addressed the meeting of Foreign Minister of G20. About G20 Structure and functioning of G20
Benefits To Economy From G20 Presidency
Context: India assumes the G20 Presidency on the 1st of December 2022 from Indonesia and will convene the G20 Leaders’ Summit for the first time in the country in 2023. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Features of Indian economic growth: Key drivers of economic growth: About G20 Structure and functioning of […]
About Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Context: The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) said it has suspended Russia’s membership over Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Financial Action Task Force (FATF) FATF Greylists FATF Blacklists Effects of FATF Blacklisting -Source: The Hindu
New START Treaty
Context: Days before the first anniversary of the beginning of the war in Ukraine, President Vladimir Putin announced in an address to his nation that Russia is suspending its participation in the New START, the last remaining major military agreement with the United States. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: About New […]
MSDE Seminar In Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
Focus: GS II: International Relations Why in News? The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) organised a seminar on Building Capacities through skill training and New Generation of Entrepreneurs in Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Partner Nations towards usage and set up of digital IT platforms. What is the SCO? Member states Main goals Focus […]
Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
Context: Government agencies have expedited efforts to further strengthen the anti-money laundering and counter-terror financing frameworks in view of the coming Financial Action Task Force (FATF) assessment of India in the fourth round of mutual evaluations expected later this year. Relevance: GS II- International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Financial Action Task Force (FATF) FATF […]
India’s Infrastructure Projects Along The Line of Actual Control (LAC)
Context: The External Affairs Minister recently stated that India is developing border infrastructure and connectivity with friendly neighbours due to China concerns. Relevance: GS-II International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key points: Data on Strategic infrastructure: Background: India shares a border with Bangladesh, China, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh. Securing and managing its 15,106 km […]
Quad Cooperation to Promote Responsible Cyber Habits
Focus: GS II- International Relations Why in News? Quad Nations are launching a public campaign to improve cyber security across the Quad nations: the Quad Cyber Challenge. The Challenge reflects the continuing Quad efforts to strengthen individuals’ and communities’ cyber security awareness and action, as well as to foster a more secure and resilient cyber […]