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A Global Conference on AI and Energy
The International Energy Agency (IEA) hosted a groundbreaking conference on December 4-5, 2023, in Paris. This meeting united leaders from governments, the energy sector, technology firms, and civil society, the focus was on the intersection of energy and artificial intelligence ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouedraogo – New Prime Minister of Burkina Faso
Burkina Faso’s military government has appointed Rimtalba Jean Emmanuel Ouedraogo as the new Prime Minister. He was previously the Communications Minister was announced by junta leader Ibrahim Traore on state television. This change follows the dissolution of the government without ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India Chairs 68th Commission on Narcotic Drugs
India has been selected to chair the 68th session of the Commission on Narcotic Drugs (CND). This announcement was made by the Indian Embassy in Austria. Ambassador Shambhu S Kumaran has officially assumed the role of Chairman, which marks India’s ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India and Egypt Strengthen Strategic Partnership
India and Egypt recently concluded their 13th round of Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi. This meeting was co-chaired by Arun Kumar Chatterjee and Ambassador Ahmed Shaheen. The discussions aimed to enhance the existing relations between the two nations. Key ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
ESIC Honoured at Asia-Pacific Social Security Forum
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) recently gained recognition at the Regional Social Security Forum for Asia and the Pacific, which took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on December 3, 2024. ESIC received multiple awards for its contributions to social ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Finalise Border Agreement
Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan reached an agreement on December 4, 2024, resolving long-standing border disputes. The two countries share a 970-kilometre border that has been a source of conflict since the Soviet Union’s dissolution in 1991. Background of the Dispute The ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India and Kuwait Establish Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC)
India and Kuwait have recently signed a Memorandum of About (MoU) to enhance their partnership. This agreement established a Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) at the foreign ministers’ level, which took place during Kuwait’s Foreign Minister Abdullah Ali Al Yahya’s ..
Month: Current Affairs - December, 2024
Category: 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