International Relation

India-Iran Relations, Regional Dynamics, Challenges

Context President Ebrahim Raisi's death in a helicopter accident has introduced additional uncertainty in a region already fraught with political tensions and conflict. Despite this, significant shifts in Iran's policies are unlikely due to the continued authority of Supreme Leader...

Generalised System of Preference (GSP)

Context In U.S.-India relations, renewing the GSP program can significantly enhance bilateral trade, providing stable market access and fostering economic growth in both nations. Despite bipartisan support, the U.S. GSP program has remained in limbo since its expiration in 2020,...

Orangutan Diplomacy: Historical Precedents and Consequences

Context: Malaysia is planning to give orangutans as gifts to countries that buy its palm oil as part of an “orangutan diplomacy” strategy to ease concerns over the environmental impact of the commodity. Idea of Orangutan Diplomacy In the realm...

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...

SQUAD Grouping of USA, Background, Key Members and Implications

The "Squad" grouping is a strategic alliance formed by the United States in collaboration with Japan, Australia, and the Philippines. This coalition has been established with the primary objective of countering China's growing influence and assertive actions in the Indo-Pacific...

India Nepal Border Issue, Background, Recent Developments

Context: Recently there has been an escalation in the long-standing territorial dispute between India and Nepal over the inclusion of areas administered by India in Uttarakhand on a new Nepalese Rs 100 currency note. India Nepal Border Issue Background Territorial...

Sudan’s Civil War, Historical Context, Reasons, Current Situation

Context: Sudan's current conflict is fueled by a persistent identity crisis and the inability of successive governments to manage the nation's vast diversity of ethnic groups and languages. Sudan's Civil War Historical Context Post-Independence Mahdist State: The government formed in...

United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), Headquarters, Functions

UNICEF UNICEF is a United Nations agency responsible for promoting and protecting the rights of children worldwide. United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) was established in 1946 to provide emergency food and healthcare to children in countries that were...

India-Indonesia Defence Cooperation

Context: India and Indonesia agreed to enhance collaboration in areas of defence industry, maritime security and multilateral cooperation at the 7th India-Indonesia Joint Defence Cooperation Committee. The meeting was held in New Delhi. India and Indonesia Relations: Areas Of Cooperation...

US Japan Security Collaboration, Goal and Focus Areas

Context S. President Joe Biden and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida have declared the beginning of a "new era" in strategic collaboration between the U.S. and Japan. They announced a variety of initiatives, including joint missile development and crewed lunar...