Current Affair Category: International Relations

What is “climate diplomacy & Green Diplomacy? Climate Diplomacy Definition: Climate diplomacy refers specifically to international negotiations, agreements, and efforts aimed at addressing climate change and its impacts. It involves discussions among countries, organizations, and stakeholders to develop strategies for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, adapting to climate change, and enhancing resilience. Key Aspects: International Agreements: […]

Demchok is a disputed area where India and China have varying claims in the Charding La area. At Depsang, Chinese troops have been blocking Indian patrols from going beyond the Y-junction. The breakthrough achieved by India and China towards disengagement in eastern Ladakh comes after two years of stalemate over two remaining friction points, Depsang […]

Coal will be central to India’s energy mix for at least another decade, and moving away from it poses a massive challenge. For a just transition away from coal, India will require over $1 trillion or Rs 84 lakh crore over the next 30 years, according to a study by environment and climate change research think-tank […]

Five Eyes supports Canada in spat with India on Nijjar Killing: India and Canada have both expelled diplomats from their missions in the row over the killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar last year. K. is the latest to declare its confidence in the judicial process by Ottawa, which is investigating the alleged involvement of Indian […]

Why in New? The Global Hunger Index for 2024 states that a ‘serious’ level of hunger is prevalent in India. It ranks India 105th among 127 countries, giving it a score of 27.3. A score below 9.9 indicates low levels of hunger, 10-19.9 moderate, 35-49.9 alarming and above 50 extremely alarming. What does it state […]

The World Energy Outlook 2024 was released by the International Energy Agency (IEA) recently. World Energy Outlook 2024 shows critical choices facing governments and consumers as period of more ample supplies nears and surging electricity demand reshapes energy security.   About World Energy Outlook (WEO): The World Energy Outlook (WEO) is an annual report published […]

ASEAN Plus Three is a regional framework that involves the ten ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) member states along with three East Asian countries: China, Japan, and South Korea. Key Points: Members: ASEAN Member States: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. Plus Three: China, Japan, South Korea. Formation: The […]

The Expanded ASEAN Maritime Forum (EAMF) is a platform that involves ASEAN member states and non-ASEAN countries to address maritime security challenges and promote maritime cooperation. The EAMF builds on the ASEAN Maritime Forum (AMF), which focuses on issues related to maritime safety, security, and cooperation within ASEAN, but extends it to a broader set […]

The ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) is an important platform for security dialogue in the Asia-Pacific region. It involves not only the ten ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations) member states but also several key non-ASEAN countries that are important stakeholders in regional security. History and Formation: The ARF was established in 1994 during the 26th […]

Why in News? National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) is set to launch its most ambitious planetary mission to Jupiter’s icy moon Europa, aiming to explore the potential for life in the solar system’s most intriguing ocean worlds. The launch of the Europa Clipper space  tool place on 14 Oct , 2024. The spacecraft is […]