In News Recently, Defence industry organisations from India and the UK have come together to create a new Defence Industry Joint Working Group for more effective cooperation. The inaugural meeting of the JWG was held on the sidelines of DefExpo 2022 in Gandhinagar. About Defence Industry Joint Working Group The JWG is part of an […]
In News Recently, China once again blocked proposals by India and the United States (US) to designate Pakistan-based terrorists on the UN Security Council’s 1267 list of terror entities. Key Points Terrorist organizations and Terrorists: India suggests a list of terrorists who are affiliated to the Al Qaeda and ISIS for listing under the United […]
In News The U.S.-India Trade Policy Forum (TPF) has been scheduled for November 8 in Washington DC. About U.S.-India Trade Policy Forum The forum is an inter-agency collaboration led by the US Trade Representative (USTR). It is the principal trade dialogue between the two countries. It has five focus groups: Agriculture, Investment, Innovation and Creativity […]
Context In recent years, Under President Xi Jinping, there is a shift in the way Chinese diplomacy is conducted. During the Covid-19 pandemic, this behaviour came to be known as “wolf warrior diplomacy.” What does ‘Wolf Warrior’ Diplomacy mean? About: Wolf warrior diplomacy describes an aggressive style of coercive diplomacy adopted by Chinese diplomats in […]
Context The Ministerial dialogue of US-India Strategic Clean Energy Partnership (USISCEP) was held recently. About The revamped USISCEP was launched in accordance with the U.S -India Climate and Clean Energy Agenda 2030 Partnership announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Joe Biden. The partnership continues to advance energy security and innovation and deploying technical […]
In News According to a recent study, India ranks fourth among 12 Indo-Pacific nations in self-reliant arms production capabilities. More about the study SIPRI: The study was released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). SIPRI is a widely respected independent resource on global security. Countries: The 12 countries in the study were selected […]
In News Recently, UAE’s visa rules were changed that will now allow visitors to legally enter and stay in the UAE for 60 days, an increase from the previous 30 days. Also, the job exploration visa, which seeks to easily allow talented professionals find employment in the UAE, will not require a sponsor or host. […]
Context China withdrew a draft resolution against the AUKUS alliance at the general conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Vienna due to lack of support. About the Resolution The draft resolution, which argued that the AUKUS initiative violated the responsibilities of Australia, the UK and the US under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty […]
In News Recently ,External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the relationship between India and US impacts the rest of the world as there are a lot of countries which look to the association individually and bilaterally . India- US ties Comprehensive global strategic partnership : India and the United States enjoy a comprehensive global […]
In News Recently, Singapore Minister in PMO was on a 2-day visit to India More about the visit The strategic partnership: The strategic partnership between India and Singapore has shown its resilience and both sides look forward to further strengthening this important relationship in areas like trade, defence, science and innovation, education, governance and the […]