International Relations Current Affairs for UPSC IAS Prelims 2025 Examination

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)

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

News: Neutral Expert, appointed by the World Bank under the Indus Water Treaty 1960, has upheld India’s stand after questions were raised in relation to the Kishanganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects.  About Indus Water Treaty   It was signed in 1960 after nine years of negotiations between India and Pakistan with the help of the… Continue reading Indus Water Treaty

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

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

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)

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

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

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

News: Recently, External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar attended the 20th IISS Manama Dialogue in Bahrain. Manama Dialogue Explained. About the Manama Dialogue Manama Dialogue is an annual global security and geopolitical summit held in Bahrain. It was initiated in 2004. The Dialogue is organised by the International Institute for Strategic Studies in collaboration with… Continue reading Manama Dialogue

News: Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire. The ceasefire proposal draws on the provisions of Resolution 1701 passed by the UN Security Council (UNSC) in 2006. About UNSC Resolution 1701 1. Passed on August 11, 2006, UNSC Resolution 1701 aims to end hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel. 2. It calls for the creation… Continue reading UNSC Resolution 1701

Source: This post on 6th Meeting of ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) Joint Committee has been created based on the article “6th meeting of ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement Joint Committee held in New Delhi” published in PIB on 25th November 2024. Why in news? Recently, the 6th Meeting of ASEAN-India Trade in Goods… Continue reading 6th Meeting of ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) Joint Committee

Source: This post on UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance at COP29 has been created based on the article “UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance at COP29” published in Akashwani on 22nd November 2024. Why in news? Recently, During COP29 in Azerbaijan, the UAE launched an ambitious initiative to create the ‘Global Energy Efficiency Alliance.’… Continue reading UAE Launches Global Energy Efficiency Alliance at COP29

Source: This post on Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty has been created based on the article “What is Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty, launched at Brazil G20?” published in Indian Express on 21 November 2024. Why in news? About Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty 1. The Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty… Continue reading Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty

Source: This post on Second India-CARICOM Summit 2024 has been created based on the article “Prime Minister proposes seven key pillars to strengthen ties between India, ‘CARICOM’” published in The Hindu on 21st November 2024. Why in news? Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Guyana marking the first visit by an Indian head of… Continue reading Second India-CARICOM Summit 2024

Source: This post on India and Australia Strengthen Renewable Energy Partnership has been created based on the article “India, Australia firm up clean energy partnership; pushing for mega trade pact” published in The Hindu on 21st November 2024. Why in news? India and Australia have deepened their partnership across key sectors, with a strong focus… Continue reading India and Australia Strengthen Renewable Energy Partnership

Source: This post on Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES) has been created based on the article “All about MATES, a new scheme for young Indians to work in Australia” published in Indian Express on 15th November 2024. Why in news? Australia has introduced the Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES), enabling talented young… Continue reading Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-professionals Scheme (MATES)

Source: This post on Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has been created based on the article “Musk, Indian-origin Ramaswamy to head body to trim US govt: What is DOGE” published in Indian Express on 14th November 2024. Why in news? Recently, US President-elect Donald Trump has introduced a new initiative called the Department of Government Efficiency… Continue reading Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)

Source: This post on India and CARICOM Strengthen Ties in Joint Commission Meeting has been created based on the article “2nd Edition of Indian Military Heritage Festival to kick-start on Nov 8” published in The Hindu on 9th November 2024. India and CARICOM Strengthen Ties in Joint Commission Meeting Why in news? Recently, the 2nd India-CARICOM… Continue reading India and CARICOM Strengthen Ties in Joint Commission Meeting

Source: This post on India-Algeria Defence Cooperation Pact Signed has been created based on the article “India, Algeria sign pact to elevate defence cooperation, enhance strategic interests” published in PIB on 5th November 2024. Why in news? Recently, India and Algeria signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen their bilateral defence partnership. The MoU aims… Continue reading India-Algeria Defence Cooperation Pact Signed

Source: This post on Land Port Authority of India (LPAI) has been created based on the article “Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurates the Passenger Terminal Building and Maitri Dwar in Petrapole, West Bengal, built at a cost of ₹487 crore by the Land Port Authority of India (LPAI)” published… Continue reading Land Port Authority of India (LPAI)

Source: This post on FDA Approval of Cobenfy has been created based on the article “FDA approval for Cobenfy casts light on schizophrenia’s wickedness” published in The Hindu on 23rd October 2024. United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon Why in news? Recently, the UN forces in Lebanon released a statement accusing the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) of intentionally destroying… Continue reading United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)

Source: This post on Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) has been created based on the article “Om Birla highlights India’s push for multilateralism, innovation at IPU Assembly in Geneva” published in Indian Express on 16th October 2024. Inter-Parliamentary Union Why in news? Recently, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla leads an Indian Parliamentary Delegation at the 149th Assembly of… Continue reading Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)

Source: The post on CCS Approval for Major Defence Deals is based on the article “CCS clears deals for 31 MQ-9B drones and submarines” published in “The Hindu” on 10th October 2024. India-ASEAN Digital Collaboration and Payment Linkages Why in the News? India will share its expertise and experiences in utilizing digital public infrastructure (DPI), such as Aadhaar and the Unified… Continue reading India-ASEAN Digital Collaboration and Payment Linkages

Source: The post on PM Modi Unveils 10-Point Plan at the 2024 ASEAN-India Summit is based on the article “ASEAN Summit 2024: PM Modi unveils 10-point plan to strengthen India-ASEAN relations” published in “Indian Express” on 11th October 2024. Why in the News? Recently, 21st ASEAN-India Summit was held in Vientiane, Laos. It mainly focus on strengthening… Continue reading PM Modi Unveils 10-Point Plan at the 2024 ASEAN-India Summit