Context India’s G20 presidency would play an important role in promoting individual and collective actions to facilitate the transition towards a sustainable blue economy. G20 countries & significance of oceans The G20 countries together account for around 45% of the world’s coastlines and over 21% of the exclusive economic zones (EEZs). The oceans are the […]
In News The United Nations (UN) recently reached an agreement: The High Seas Treaty, which is a critical step forward in saving the planet. About High seas About: High seas are open ocean areas that are outside the jurisdiction of any country. The high seas comprise 64 per cent of the ocean surface and about […]
In News A Chinese state company has reportedly bagged the multi-million dollar contract to redevelop an international port in Honiara, the capital of the Solomon Islands. China is continuing its expansionist policies in the Greater Pacific region. About The move has since sparked concerns from the United States and Australia which perceive it as China’s […]
In News Recently, South Africa celebrated the occasion of the ending of the apartheid system. About Apartheid Translates to “separateness” or “the state of being apart” in Afrikaans. It officially began in 1948, instituting segregation as law and a “fundamental truth” of South Africa. citizens were classified into one of four racial groups – black, […]
In News Recently, the UK government reached a landmark deal with the European Union (EU) on post-Brexit trade rules that will govern Northern Ireland. About ‘Windsor Framework’ The ‘Windsor Framework’ will replace the Northern Ireland Protocol, which had proved to be among the thorniest of Brexit fall-outs, creating problems both economic and political. Crucial aspects […]
In News Recently, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has suspended Russia’s membership due to its illegal invasion of Ukraine. About The FATF has recently expressed its sympathies to the people of Ukraine who have “borne a terrible burden” at the hands of Russia’s “war of aggression”. In this regard, suspension of Russian membership is […]
In News Recently, Russia suspended its participation in the New START treaty. It is the last remaining major military agreement with the United States. New Start treaty About The New START is officially known as the “Treaty between the United States of America and the Russian Federation on Measures for the Further Reduction and Limitation […]
Context Startup20 is a new engagement group initiated under India’s G20 presidency. About the Startup20 Engagement Group About: The Startup 20 Engagement Group is a new addition to the G20 engagement groups proposed under India’s presidency. The group is India’s innovation to the G20 movement, it’s the first engagement group which drives technology, innovation, and […]
In News Recently, the Nordic countries have shown regard by offering their green technologies and expertise to India. About Green Technology Clean or green technology is the improvement and application of equipment, systems, and products utilized to save the natural environment and resources which minimize and decrease the adverse effect of human activities. Goal: The […]
Context India joined UAE, and France for a trilateral Cooperation Initiative in fields including energy, defence, and economy. About The trilateral was first discussed on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York in September 2022. The initiative will focus on Nuclear and solar power Climate change and biodiversity Defence preparation Countering infectious […]
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