OECD Interim Report: Eliminating Plastic Pollution by 2040
Context: Recently, Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has released the interim report titled-Towards Eliminating Plastic Pollution by 2040: A Policy Scenario Analysis, ahead of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution (INC3). Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Report on Global Plastic Pollution (2022-2040) Recommendations to Address Plastic Pollution […]
About The Asian Development Bank
Context: Recently, India signed a $400 million policy-based loan agreement with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to create high-quality urban infrastructure, improve service delivery, and promote efficient governance systems. Relevance: GS II- Inter Groupings Dimensions of the Article: About Asian Development Bank (ADB):
India-Ethiopia Joint Trade Committee
Context: The 6th Session of the India-Ethiopia Joint Trade Committee (JTC) recently concluded in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together officials from both countries to strengthen economic ties. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: India-Ethiopia Joint Technical Committee (JTC) Meeting Highlights Bilateral Collaboration on Payment Infrastructure Local Currency Trade Transactions Key Sectors for Mutual Investments Progress in Memorandum of […]
5th Edition of the India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue
Context: Recently, 5th Edition of the India-US 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue took place, where both countries highlighted progress in various areas of bilateral cooperation including defense, semiconductors, emerging technology, space, health etc. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Understanding 2+2 Meetings: A Diplomatic Framework Participation Dynamics: Enhanced Communication and Understanding: Adapting to Global Changes: India’s 2+2 […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety Summit 2023
Context: The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Safety Summit 2023 held at Bletchley Park, England has marked a significant turning point in the global approach to tackling the challenges posed by frontier AI technologies. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of Artificial Intelligence Safety Summit 2023: Bletchley Park Declaration: Acknowledgment of AI’s Potential and Risks: Importance […]
China’s White Paper and Shared Vision of India and China
Context: China released a white paper outlining its proposals and actions to address global challenges and opportunities in the 21st century. In a world marked by turmoil, including the Russia-Ukraine crisis and issues in West Asia, there is potential for global harmony by considering the shared visions and historically linked civilizations of India and China. […]
NATO Suspends Cold War-Era Treaty
Context: NATO has officially suspended a Cold War-era security treaty in response to Russia’s withdrawal from the agreement. The Treaty of Conventional Armed Forces in Europe, signed by most NATO allies in 1990, has seen its members freeze their participation in the pact in light of recent developments. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of […]
India Bhutan Relations
Context: Recently, India and Bhutan agreed to discuss new routes of Regional Connectivity, and upgrade border and immigration posts, in order to enhance trade and Partnership during Bhutan King’s India visit. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Key Highlights of the Discussion between India and Bhutan: Regional Connectivity: Trade Facilitation: Trade Infrastructure: Socio-economic Development: G20 […]
Conflict Between The US And China Over Taiwan
Context: With China frequently engaging in aggressive actions towards Taiwan over the past year, such as deploying its air force and navy in the surrounding areas, there is a common question about whether India would take action in the Strait of Malacca or the Andaman Sea in the event of a conflict between the United […]
Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) initiative
Context: Recently, the Indian Navy Chief Admiral said that the Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) initiative is a testament to the commitment to a free, open, inclusive, and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. Relevance: GS II: International Relations Dimensions of the Article: Indo-Pacific Maritime Domain Awareness (IPMDA) Initiative: Purpose of IPMDA: About QUAD Purpose of Quad: Significance […]