Indo-Pacific Region
Keris Woomera 2024: Indonesia-Australia Joint Military Drills
The Indonesian and Australian militaries commenced joint combat exercises on November 13, 2024. Approximately 2,000 troops are participating in various operations off Java. The drills include air, maritime, amphibious, and land exercises. The live-fire segment occurs near Banongan beach in ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Talisman Sabre Exercises 2023
Australia and the United States have initiated the Talisman Sabre joint military exercises, a large-scale show of force and unity involving more than 30,000 troops and participants from 11 other countries. Held every two years, this year’s drills mark the ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
$95 Million Undersea Cable Connection Project in Micronesia
Japan, the United States, and Australia have recently announced their joint venture in signing a significant undersea cable project. This initiative aims to improve network connectivity in the Indo-Pacific region, while also countering China’s expanding influence. Connecting Nations and Enhancing ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Bangladesh Indo-Pacific Outlook
Bangladesh recently announced its 15-point Indo-Pacific Outlook (IPO), envisioning a free, open, peaceful, secure, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s tri-nation visit to Japan, the USA, and the UK prompted the announcement of the IPO. Scope of Partnership with ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Balikatan Drills between the US and the Philippines
The Balikatan drills are annual military exercises conducted between the United States and the Philippines. The name “Balikatan” is derived from the Tagalog word “shoulder-to-shoulder,” reflecting the strong partnership between the two countries. Involvement and Types of Exercises More than ..
Month: Current Affairs – April, 2023
Category: Defence Current Affairs
Moscow Conference on International Security-2022
The Moscow Conference on International Security-2022 was held from August 15 to August 17, 2022. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed the plenary session conference virtually on August 16. Highlights of Defence Minister’s address: In his address, Defence Minister stressed on ..
Month: Current Affairs - August, 2022
Category: Defence Current Affairs • Summits and Conferences
Partners in the Blue Pacific’ initiative
The United States and allied countries namely Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom; have launched a new initiative called ‘Partners in the Blue Pacific’. Highlights This initiative was launched amid China’s aggressive push of increasing its influence in ..
Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs
U.S. Defence Budget and Indo-Pacific Strategy
A proposed USD 1.8 billion for supporting the Indo-Pacific strategy of the USA was announced by President Joe Biden. To counter the malign behaviour of China another USD 400 million was also announced. Overview: Both these announcements are a part ..
Month: Current Affairs - March, 2022
Category: International / World Current Affairs