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Topics for International Affairs 2024-25
Table of Contents
- India-Myanmar Relations
- India-Russia Relations
- India-Austria
- Tibet-China Dispute Act
- Act East Policy
- International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
- Colombo Process
- International Maritime Organization (IMO)
- Ukraine’s nuclear facilities
- India-Taiwan MRA
- India-Japan JCM
- Project Nexus
- Bangladesh Crisis
- India-Japan Relations
- 3rd Voice of Global South Summit
- India-Ukraine relations
- India - US relations Summit
- Indian Diaspora in US
Syllabus for International Affairs
- India and its Neighborhood Relations
- Bilateral, Regional and Global Groupings and Agreements
- Effect of Policies and Politics of Developed and Developing Countries on India’s interests, Indian Diaspora
- Important International Institutions, agencies
India-Mayanmar Relations
Conflict between Ethnic Armed Organizations (EAOs) and the military junta in Myanmar has caused a severe humanitarian crisis. The United Nations Security Council discussed this issue.
Background of the Crisis:
- Coup by Tatmadaw (Military): Seized power on February 1, 2021.…..
India-Russia Relations
The Prime Minister of India co-chaired the 22nd Annual Summit with the President of Russia in Moscow, focusing on strengthening India-Russia relations across various sectors.
India-Austria
The PM’s maiden official visit to Austria, the first by an Indian PM in 41 years, marks a pivotal moment in India-Austria relations.
Tibet-China Dispute Act
“US Congress Passes Tibet-China Dispute Act” which Counters China’s Tibet claims.
The act promotes dialogue between Beijing and Dalai Lama.
Act East Policy
2024 is the tenth anniversary year of the Act East Policy (AEP). The AEP, which replaced the Look East Policy (LEP) in 2014, has laid the foundations for India’s engagements with the East.
International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
India-Russia trade has advanced with the first-ever shipment of Kuzbass coal from Siberia to India via the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).
Colombo Process
India chaired the first meeting of the Colombo Process in Geneva, marking its first time at the helm.
International Maritime Organization (IMO)
At the 132nd session of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council in London, India led global maritime discussions.
Ukraine’s Nuclear Facilities
The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution addressing the safety of Ukraine’s nuclear facilities, including the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant (ZNPP).
India-Taiwan MRA
India and Taiwan have implemented a Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for organic products.
This MRA, the first bilateral agreement for organic products between the two nations, involves the
Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) of India and the
Agriculture and Food Agency (AFA) of Taiwan.
India-Japan JCM
India and Japan are working to establish a Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) for carbon trading and credit adjustment, formalized through a Memorandum of Cooperation.
The mechanism ensures proper allocation and tracking of carbon credits via a registry, contributing to both countries’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.
Project Nexus
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has joined Project Nexus
It is an international initiative aimed at enabling instant cross-border retail payments by linking domestic Fast Payments Systems (FPSs) of multiple countries.
Bangladesh Crisis
Sheikh Hasina has resigned as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister amid violent protests.
The Bangladesh Army, led by General Waker-Uz-Zaman, has taken control and is in the process of forming an interim government.
India-Japan Relations
Japan’s Foreign Minister, Kamikawa Yoko, emphasizes the long-standing historical connections and shared democratic values between Japan and India.
Her visit to India is focused on enhancing the “Japan-India Special Strategic and Global Partnership,” particularly in areas such as defense, economic cooperation, people-to-people ties, and the Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) agenda.
3rd Voice of Global South Summit
India hosted the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit (VOGSS), proposing a ‘Global Development Compact’ to share its development experiences with other developing countries.
India - Ukraine Relations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Ukraine in August 2024 and various cooperation were signed.
India- US Relations
India’s relationship with the US has thrived under both Republican and Democratic administrations. As the US faces potential leadership changes with either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris, India’s ties with Washington are expected to remain strong due to their well-established foundation.
Indian Diaspora in US
A BCG and Indiaspora report highlight that, despite being only 1.5% of the U.S. population, Indian Americans have made significant contributions to American society.