News: Geopolitical disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea have highlighted India’s need for safer and diversified energy routes like Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC). About Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) The Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC) is also called the Chennai-Vladivostok Sea Route. It connects South India with Russia’s Far East. Origin: It was launched… Continue reading Eastern Maritime Corridor (EMC)
Category: Factly: IR
This category contains all Current Affairs Factly Articles for Prelims, related to the International Relations. You can find all relevant International updates on this page. This page is specifically useful for UPSC Prelims exam.
Kaliningrad and Suwałki Gap
News: Russian President has warned of using nuclear weapons if Kaliningrad is attacked, highlighting the Suwałki Gap as a potential Russia-NATO flashpoint. About Kaliningrad Kaliningrad is a heavily militarized Russian territory separated from the Russia mainland. It is located between Poland and Lithuania and has a coastline on the Baltic Sea. It is situated on the… Continue reading Kaliningrad and Suwałki Gap
Cardiff MoU
News: Leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland signed an MoU in Cardiff, advocating constitutional change and affirming their nations’ right to self-determination. About Cardiff MoU Signatories: The Cardiff MoU is a political statement and a non-binding agreement signed by Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, calling for constitutional change and asserting the principle of self-determination.… Continue reading Cardiff MoU
Exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ 2026 and Mission Pégase 2026
News: The French Air and Space Force will participate in the IAF-hosted multinational air exercise Tarang Shakti 2026 during Mission Pégase. About Exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ 2026 Exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ 2026 is a multinational air combat exercise. Aim: The exercise aims to expose all participants to planning and execution of multinational joint combat operations in a… Continue reading Exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ 2026 and Mission Pégase 2026
UN Convention against Cybercrime
News: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar signed the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, aimed at strengthening global efforts to prevent and combat cybercrime. About UN Convention against Cybercrime The United Nations Convention against Cybercrime is a landmark global agreement adopted by 193 UN member states. Its goal is to strengthen international cooperation in the fight… Continue reading UN Convention against Cybercrime
SWIFT Payment System and its Alternatives
News: The BRICS Summit discussed increasing trade and payments in national currencies amid efforts to develop alternatives to the SWIFT system. About SWIFT Payment System ‘SWIFT’ stands for the ‘Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication’. It is a messaging network used by banks and financial institutions to exchange information on financial transactions. It does not… Continue reading SWIFT Payment System and its Alternatives
Key Facts about Naoero
News: The President of Naoero recently announced the change of name of country from Nauru to Naoero in the U.N. General Assembly. Key Facts about Naoero Location: Naoero is a tiny island located in north-east of Australia, 42 km south of the equator. It lies within the Micronesia sub-region of Oceania, with its nearest neighbour… Continue reading Key Facts about Naoero
Golan Heights
News: Syrian President used his UN General Assembly speech to criticise Israel, reaffirm Syria’s claim over the Golan Heights and call for Israeli withdrawal. About Golan Heights The Golan Heights is a strategically significant plateau located in southwestern Syria, near the borders of Israel, Lebanon, and Jordan. It covers approximately 1,150 sq. km, stretching 71… Continue reading Golan Heights
Visegrád Group
News: The Visegrad Group backed India’s inclusion as a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. About Visegrád Group The Visegrád Group, also called the Visegrad Four (V4). It is an informal intergovernmental forum and a cultural and political alliance. Member Countries: The group consists of Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Slovakia. Origin: The… Continue reading Visegrád Group
“Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative
News: India will join “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative supporting UN-based multilateralism over “superpower” politics. About “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative is a new, non-superpower global diplomatic grouping to reform global institutions and promote collective action. The idea has been coined at Partners for Multilateralism Summit held in New York… Continue reading “Partners for Multilateralism” (P4M) Initiative
