What is the News? The United States President is expected to launch the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF). What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF)? In October 2021, the US administration announced the development of an Indo-Pacific Economic Framework(IPEF). Pillars: The IPEF is built on four modules: 1) fair and resilient trade (including digital, labour, environmental… Continue reading Explained: What is the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework?
Category: International Organisations
India signs Host Country Agreement with the International Telecommunication Union for establishment of Area Office & Innovation Center at New Delhi
What is the news? India’s Union Minister of Communications and Secretary General of International Telecommunication Union (ITU) has signed the Host Country Agreement (HCA) for the establishment of an Area Office & Innovation Center of ITU in New Delhi. What is the International Telecommunication Union (ITU)? International Telecommunication Union(ITU) is the United Nations specialized agency… Continue reading India signs Host Country Agreement with the International Telecommunication Union for establishment of Area Office & Innovation Center at New Delhi
AUKUS Security Alliance – Explained, pointwise
For 7PM Editorial Archives click HERE → Contents1 Introduction2 What are the key features of AUKUS Security Alliance?2.0.0.0.1 Australia will acquire nuclear-powered submarines2.0.0.0.2 Focus on Indo-Pacific2.0.0.0.3 Other multi-sectoral cooperation3 Other key features of AUKUS Security Alliance4 What is the significance of the AUKUS Security Alliance?5 Why China has raised its concerns regarding the AUKUS Security Alliance?6 What the… Continue reading AUKUS Security Alliance – Explained, pointwise
Way forward for India at UNSC
Synopsis: As India assumes UNSC membership for the 8th time as one of the 10 non-permanent members, it should integrate UNSC functions with national objectives while adjusting to changed realities. Introduction Dynamics at UNSC have changed completely since the cold war, while India’s attitude has changed from the reactive to the proactive. India needs to align its goals of national objectives at UNSC with the present dynamics at… Continue reading Way forward for India at UNSC
15th East Asia Summit
News: India’s External Affairs Minister has represented India at the 15th East Asia Summit(EAS). Facts: The summit was chaired by the Prime Minister of Vietnam. During the summit, countries adopted the Ha Noi Declaration and discussed ways to strengthen the EAS platform and make it more responsive to emerging challenges. Additional Facts: East Asia Summit:… Continue reading 15th East Asia Summit
206th Session of the Governing Council of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)
News: The 206th Session of the Governing Council of the Inter-Parliamentary Union(IPU) will be held from 1st to 4th November 2020. Facts: Inter-Parliamentary Union(IPU): It was established in 1889 as a global organization of national parliaments. Aim: To promote parliamentary dialogue worldwide and works for peace and cooperation among the people. Members: It consists of… Continue reading 206th Session of the Governing Council of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)
IBSA
News: External Affairs Minister of India has chaired the India-Brazil-South Africa (IBSA) Foreign Ministers meet. Facts: The countries called for accelerated and comprehensive reforms of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). They also agreed to extend their support to the African Union in accordance with the Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte Declaration. Ezulwini Consensus and Sirte… Continue reading IBSA
WHO South East Asia Region (SEAR)
News: The 73rd session of WHO South East Asia Region was held under the Chairmanship of Minister of Health, Thailand. Facts: WHO South East Asia Region (SEAR): It was established at the First World Health Assembly in 1948. Objective: To address persisting and emerging epidemiological and demographic challenges in the South East Asia Region. Member… Continue reading WHO South East Asia Region (SEAR)
BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation)
Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC): It is a regional organization founded in 1997 through the Bangkok Declaration. Aim: To create an enabling environment for economic development; accelerate social progress and promote collaboration on matters of common interest in the region. Members: It comprises seven Member States: five deriving from… Continue reading BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation)
International Labour Organization (ILO)
News: After 35 years, India has assumed the Chairmanship of the Governing Body of International Labour Organization(ILO). International Labour Organization(ILO): Established in: 1919 Aim: To promote social and economic justice through setting up of international labour standards. Members: 187 member states Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland Significance: It is the first affiliated specialized agency of the United… Continue reading International Labour Organization (ILO)
