International Organization

UNICEF’s State of the World’s Children 2024 Report

Key Findings of the World’s Children 2024 Report Climate Destabilisation and Environmental Hazards Adverse Effects on Children: Children are facing an increasingly hazardous environment, with their developing bodies being particularly vulnerable to pollution and extreme weather conditions. The report states...

International Monetary Fund (IMF), History, Functions, Structure

International Monetary Fund (IMF) It is a specialised agency of the United Nations (UN), founded at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944. (HQ- Washington DC) Membership: 190 countries. It grants loans only to its member countries. Reports released by IMF:...

United Nations, Foundation, Principal Organs, Members

United Nations Day 2024 United Nations Day 2024, observed on October 24, marks the anniversary of the UN’s founding in 1945. This year’s theme, "Global Cooperation for a Better Future," emphasizes the importance of nations working together to address pressing...

World Health Organization (WHO), History, Funding, Contribution and Challenges

World Health Organization (WHO) The World Health Organization (WHO) is a UN agency founded in 1948 to improve global public health. It aims for “the highest possible level of health” for everyone and defines health as complete physical, mental, and...

G7 Leaders Urge Diplomatic Solution Amid Middle East Crisis

The G7 leaders expressed "strong concern" over the ongoing Middle East crisis after Iran's missile attack on Israel but emphasized that a diplomatic resolution is still achievable. Italy, currently holding the G7 presidency, led the discussion, calling for a reduction...

International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS)

Context: The ITLOS took a groundbreaking step by accepting a request from the Commission of Small Island States on Climate Change and International Law (COSIS) to identify the obligations of states not party to the COSIS agreement, expanding the scope...

India And G7: Role and Significance of India for G7 Group

Context: Prime Minister Narendra Modi heads to Italy for the G7 Summit 2024, his first overseas visit after assuming office for the third term. G7 Summit 2024 is scheduled to be held between June 13-14 in Italy. What is Group...

United Nations Security Council (UNSC), Functions, Members

Context: Pakistan, Somalia, Denmark, Greece and Panama were elected as non-permanent members of the UN Security Council for a two-year term beginning in 2025. United Nations Security Council (UNSC) The UNSC, established in 1945, is one of the United Nations’...

BIMSTEC Member Countries in 2024, Significance, Challenges

Context: The Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) will now accept new members and observers following the implementation of its historic first charter. BIMSTEC BIMSTEC is a multilateral regional organisation. Members of this regional unity...

African Union, Objective, Member Countries, Significance and Challenges

Context: The African Union criticised the Israeli military's actions in Rafah, southern Gaza, and urged the international community to intervene to halt the "deadly escalation" of the conflict. African Union The African Union (AU) is a continental association that encourages...