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  • Mar 04, 2024
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SEIZURE OF CARGO BY INDIA UNJUSTIFIED: PAK.

Why in the news?

Pakistan condemns India’s seizure of dual-use items as unjustified interference, citing commercial use; urges resolution through diplomatic channels.

source:theprint

Highlighting Seizure of Dual-Use Items:

  • Customs seized two advanced CNC machines at Mumbai Port on Jan 23.
  • Pakistan condemns India’s actions, labelling it as “high-handedness”
  • Pakistan claims the seized items were for commercial use.
  • Criticizes India for disrupting free trade and assuming policing roles.
What is Wassenaar Arrangement?

●   Wassenaar Arrangement: voluntary export control regime.

●   Formally established in July 1996.

●   42 members exchange information on transfers of conventional weapons and dual-use goods and technologies.

●   Secretariat located in Vienna, Austria.

●   aims to prevent threats to international security.

What is  Computerised Numerical Control?

●   CNC stands for Computerised Numerical Control.

●   Control system for electronic digital computers to regulate and optimise machine movements.

●   Automates processes for routers, grinders, lasers, welders, and more.

●   Cuts materials like wood, aluminium, plastics, steel, and foam.