International / World Current Affairs
Strengthening Nepal-China Relations in 2024
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Nepali Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli met recently to enhance bilateral ties. Both leaders expressed a commitment to deepening their partnership, which coincides with the upcoming 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Historical Context China and ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
US Announces New Military Aid for Ukraine
The United States has revealed a new military aid package for Ukraine, which totals $725 million and also includes critical supplies to enhance Ukraine’s defence capabilities. The announcement comes amid growing tensions with Russia and aims to boost Ukraine’s military ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Italy Targets Becoming India’s Third-Largest EU Trade Partner
India and Italy have initiated a new “Cotton Route” initiative, which aims to enhance trade relations alongside the historic Silk Route. The initiative was announced by Italy’s Business Minister, Adolfo Urso, in Mumbai. Urso expressed aspirations for Italy to become ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
AUKUS Pact’s Impact on New Zealand-China Relations
China’s ambassador Wang Xiaolong cautioned that New Zealand’s involvement in the AUKUS security pact could jeopardize its relationship with China, which comes as New Zealand evaluates its options regarding AUKUS. About AUKUS AUKUS is a trilateral security partnership formed in ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India, Bosnia and Herzegovina Hold 4th Foreign Office Consultations
India and Bosnia and Herzegovina recently conducted their fourth Foreign Office Consultations in Sarajevo. It was led by Arun Kumar Sahu from India and Tarik Bukvic from Bosnia and Herzegovina. Participants and Leadership The Indian delegation was headed by Arun ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India Re-Elected to UN Peacebuilding Commission for 2025-2026
India has been re-elected to the UN Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) for the 2025-2026 term. This reaffirmation of India’s role marks its commitment to global peace efforts, which was made by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations on ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA)
The ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) joint committee convened to review the bilateral pact, which indicates a step forward in tariff negotiations. This meeting took place from November 15-22 in Delhi and officials from all ten ASEAN nations and ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
2nd India-CARICOM Summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Guyana on November 20, 2024, marked a moment in diplomatic relations. This visit was the first by an Indian head of state in over 50 years. Modi attended the second India-CARICOM Summit, focusing on ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs