International / World Current Affairs

India-UN Capacity Building Initiative

Created: September 25, 2023

India and the United Nations have joined forces to initiate a collaborative capacity-building effort aimed at operationalizing development-focused objectives from India’s G20 Presidency. This initiative seeks to share India’s best practices with partner countries in the Global South. Announced during ..

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China’s Dominance in Low-Carbon Hydrogen Production

Created: September 23, 2023

A recent report from the International Energy Agency (IEA) reveals that by the end of 2023, China is poised to exert significant control over the global installed capacity of electrolysers dedicated to low-carbon hydrogen production. This remarkable development comes despite ..

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UHC Progress Stagnates, Financial Protection Worsens: Report

Created: September 22, 2023

A joint report by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Bank delivers sobering news: progress towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) has stalled since 2015. The report also shines a light on the worsening financial protection for individuals ..

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Germany Contributes €40 Million to Global Biodiversity Framework Fund

Created: September 22, 2023

The government of Germany has made a significant commitment by pledging €40 million to the Global Biodiversity Framework Fund (GBFF). This momentous contribution was announced during a high-level event at the 78th session of the United Nations General Assembly. Understanding ..

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Political Declaration on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness, and Response

Created: September 22, 2023

United Nations member states have come together to adopt a historic political declaration aimed at enhancing global preparedness for future pandemics. The declaration represents a collective commitment to prevent a repeat of the catastrophic health and socioeconomic impacts experienced during ..

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Samudra Prahari’s Visit to Thailand

Created: September 22, 2023

On September 20, 2023, the Indian Coast Guard’s Pollution-Control Vessel ‘Samudra Prahari’ showcased its maritime proficiency during a comprehensive Pollution Response Table-Top exercise and demonstration at Khlong Toei Port in Bangkok, Thailand. This marked the culmination of the vessel’s four-day ..

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