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Operation Karuna

May 19, 2023

India has launched Operation Karuna, a vital mission aimed at providing much-needed assistance to Myanmar following the devastation caused by Cyclone Mocha. Relief Efforts in Motion In a display of swift action and solidarity, three Indian Navy ships loaded with ..

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South Africa to Produce CAB-LA

May 19, 2023

South Africa is set to embark on a groundbreaking initiative that will address the accessibility and affordability of HIV-prevention medication. The country will start producing a generic version of the highly effective HIV-prevention drug, CAB-LA (cabotegravir). The Power of CAB-LA ..

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Rasht-Astara Railway Link

May 19, 2023

In a significant development, Russia and Iran have recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to construct a rail link that will bolster the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) and facilitate the expansion of trade between India and Russia. This ..

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G-7 Hiroshima Summit

May 19, 2023

The G7 summit brings together leaders from seven of the world’s most powerful democracies to discuss pressing global issues. As the summit rotates among its member countries, this year’s meeting is being hosted by Japan. The Group of Seven, composed ..

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Sri Lanka’s State Owned Enterprise Reform Policy

May 18, 2023

Sri Lanka has recently given the green light to the reorganization of its state-owned enterprises, with the goal of enhancing government finances and expediting the country’s economic revival. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) extended a significant bailout facility of nearly ..

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Benin and Mali Eliminate Trachoma

May 17, 2023

Trachoma, a debilitating eye infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, has been a longstanding public health concern in numerous countries worldwide. Recently, Benin and Mali have successfully eliminated trachoma as a public health problem. Trachoma Elimination in West Africa ..

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Spring 2023 Economic Forecast

May 16, 2023

The European Commission recently revised its growth outlook for the European continent for the years 2023-2024, demonstrating remarkable resilience in the face of various challenges. Despite an anticipated winter slump and a looming energy crisis resulting from Russia’s aggression against ..

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India- EU Trade and Technology Council – Current Updates (May, 2023)

May 15, 2023

The India-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC) is set to hold its first Ministerial meeting in Brussels on 16 May. Co-Chairs and Launch of TTC The Ministerial meeting will be co-chaired by S Jaishankar, Piyush Goyal, and Ashwini Vaishnaw. The ..

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Storm Shadow Cruise Missile

May 13, 2023

In a significant move, the United Kingdom has agreed to provide long-range Storm Shadow cruise missiles to Ukraine to strengthen its defense capabilities against invading Russian forces. The provision of these missiles is part of the continuous military aid extended ..

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Soaring Eagle Exercise

May 13, 2023

The South Korea Air Force recently commenced the Soaring Eagle exercise, a large-scale training program aimed at enhancing its combat capabilities and ensuring the country’s defense posture. The exercise comes amidst heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula following North Korea’s ..

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