United States Agency for International Development

News: The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has come under intense scrutiny and is facing potential shutdown as part of the Trump administration’s broader efforts to restructure and reduce federal government spending. About United States Agency for International Development (USAID) The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is the primary international humanitarian… Continue reading United States Agency for International Development

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)

News: Recently, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to the UAE and upcoming engagements with Greece and Egypt signal India’s renewed push for advancing the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), which was stalled due to the Israel-Gaza conflict. About IMEC It is a connectivity project aiming to enhance trade between India, the Arabian Peninsula, the… Continue reading India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)

Paris AI Summit 2025

News: France is hosting a two-day AI Action Summit beginning on February 10. The summit will be co-chaired by Indian Prime Minister along with French President.  About Paris AI Summit   It is the brainchild of French President Emmanuel Macron.  The initiative focuses on the broader agenda of global AI governance, innovation, and on means… Continue reading Paris AI Summit 2025

Key Facts about Burkina Faso

News: Burkina Faso, a landlocked country in West Africa, was once a French colony and now faces political instability, poverty, and growing insecurity. About Burkina Faso Capital– Ouagadougou: The largest city and administrative center Geography: Location: West Africa, landlocked. Bordering countries: Mali (northwest), Niger (northeast), Benin (southeast), Togo and Ghana (south), and Ivory Coast (southwest).… Continue reading Key Facts about Burkina Faso

Torrijos-Carter Treaties

News: Donald Trump has called the transfer of Panama Canal to Panama as foolish. This has brought Torrijos-Carter Treaties in the news.  About Torrijos-Carter Treaties  They are two treaties which were signed by the United States and Panama in 1977.  Panama Canal Treaty: It provided for joint US-Panama control until December 31, 1999, after which… Continue reading Torrijos-Carter Treaties

India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA)

News: The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA) has reached its two-year milestone. It highlights significant achievement in strengthening bilateral trade ties and promoting mutual growth. About Ind-Aus ECTA It was signed on April 2, 2022 and came into force in December 2022. Aim– To provide an institutional mechanism to encourage and improve… Continue reading India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (Ind-Aus ECTA)

UN Convention against Cybercrime

News: The UN General Assembly recently adopted the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime. UN Convention against Cybercrime About UN Convention against Cybercrime It is a landmark global agreement adopted by 193 UN member states. Its goal is to strengthen international cooperation in the fight against cybercrime and protect societies from digital threats. The treaty will… Continue reading UN Convention against Cybercrime

United Nations Disengagement Observation Force

News: UN Secretary General paid tributes to Brigadier General Amitabh Jha of India, who died serving as the Deputy Force Commander of the United Nations Disengagement Observation Force (UNDOF) in Golan Heights.  About UNDOF   It was established in 1974 by the United Nations Security Council following the Disengagement of Forces Agreement between Israel and… Continue reading United Nations Disengagement Observation Force

Free Movement Regime

News: In February 2024, the Union Home Ministry had announced the suspension of the Free Movement Regime (FMR) along the Myanmar border. However, the formal notification ending the FMR is yet to be issued. In the meanwhile, new guidelines have been issued to regulate the movement of people along the international border.  About Free Movement… Continue reading Free Movement Regime

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