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NZIA and CRMA

March 20, 2023

The European Union (EU) has recently announced two major pieces of legislation that are part of its Green Deal Industrial Plan – the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) and Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA). The aim of these measures is ..

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Oxford Union

March 20, 2023

The Oxford Union Society, commonly known as the Oxford Union, is a prestigious debating society in Oxford, England, that boasts a rich tradition of hosting some of the world’s most prominent personalities across politics, academia, and popular culture. Founded in ..

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International Criminal Court

March 20, 2023

On March 17, 2023, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants against Russian President Vladimir Putin and Russia’s Commissioner for Child Rights, Maria Lvova-Belova, for the alleged war crime of unlawfully deporting and transferring children from occupied areas of ..

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Japan-South Korea Summit: Key Outcomes

March 17, 2023

Japan and South Korea are two of the world’s most important economies and play critical roles in ensuring regional peace and stability. However, their relationship has been fraught with tensions and historical grievances that date back to the colonial era. ..

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MiG-29 Fighter Jet and Its Delivery to Ukraine: Important Facts

March 17, 2023

Poland recently announced the delivery of four MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine, making it the first North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) country to do so. The move is seen as a significant step towards military backing for Ukraine in its ..

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Fact Sheet: Saudi-Iran Détente

March 17, 2023

China’s recent announcement of the Saudi-Iran détente in West Asia has been viewed as a strategic move aimed at securing long-term economic interests and establishing political influence in the region. This deal is set to rival the traditional role played ..

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Q+A: UN’s List of Least Developed Countries (LDCs) and Bhutan’s Graduation

March 16, 2023

Bhutan, a landlocked country in South Asia, is set to be removed from the LDC list on December 13, 2023, becoming the seventh country to graduate from the list. Bhutan’s graduation was announced by the United Nations General Assembly in ..

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SCO Summit on ‘Collaboration In Sports and Physical Fitness’: Key Outcomes

March 16, 2023

The recently concluded three-day summit on “Collaboration in Sports and Physical Fitness” brought together delegates from eight Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) nations in New Delhi. The summit aimed to explore opportunities for collaboration in the field of sports and physical ..

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McMahon Line and the US’ Backing: Important Facts

March 16, 2023

Recently, two United States Senators, one Republican and one Democrat, introduced a bipartisan resolution in Congress, reaffirming the US’s recognition of the McMahon Line as the international boundary between China and India in Arunachal Pradesh. The resolution also supports India’s ..

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Sir Brian May: Important Facts about the Legendary Lead Guitarist

March 15, 2023

On March 14, 2023, Sir Brian Harold May was knighted by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace, becoming the latest musician to receive the prestigious title of “Knight Bachelor.” The honor was bestowed upon May in recognition of his significant ..

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