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 ..

Tags: Australia • Indo-Pacific Region • Military Exercises • Talisman Sabre Exercises • United States

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 ..

Tags: Australia • China • Indo-Pacific Region • Japan • United States

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 ..

Tags: Bangladesh • India-Banglades • Indo-Pacific Region

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 ..

Tags: Bilateral Exercise • Indo-Pacific • Indo-Pacific Region • South China Sea • United States

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 ..

Tags: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh • East Asia • Indo-Pacific Region • International security • Moscow Conference on International Security-2022

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 ..

Tags: Indo-Pacific Region • Pacific Islands Forum • Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII)

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2022

Category: International / World Current Affairs