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22Jan 2025

India-Middle East-Europe Corridor Enhances Global Trade Connectivity

Why in the news? The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) was launched during the 2023 G20 Summit to improve trade ties, reduce costs, promote sustainable development, and integrate infrastructure across India, the Middle East, and Europe. India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC): IMEC: Connectivity initiative strengthening economic ties between India, Arabian Peninsula, Mediterranean, and Europe. Announced …

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22Jan 2025

Trump Ends Birthright Citizenship, Targets BRICS Economies

Why in the news? U.S. President Trump signed an order ending birthright citizenship, potentially affecting thousands of Indian professionals, and announced 100% tariffs on BRICS nations for exploring non-dollar transactions, sparking legal challenges and economic concerns globally. Trump’s Executive Order and Birthright Citizenship S. President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order ending birthright citizenship, which …

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18Jan 2025

Bessent’s Call for Stricter Russian Oil Sanctions

Why in the news? Scott Bessent, U.S. Treasury Secretary nominee, emphasized tightening sanctions on Russia’s oil sector to pressure Moscow over the Ukraine war. This move could significantly affect India’s oil imports and efforts to internationalize the rupee. Tighter Sanctions on Russian Oil: Scott Bessent, nominee for S. Treasury Secretary, supports stricter sanctions on Russia’s …

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18Jan 2025

India’s Strategic Engagement with the Taliban Regime

Syllabus: GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests Focus: India’s Foreign Secretary recently held a high-level meeting with the Taliban Foreign Minister in Dubai, signaling India’s incremental steps toward cautious engagement with the Taliban regime since their takeover in 2021. Background and Historical Perspective Initial Skepticism …

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08Jan 2025

Pakistan’s Afghan Strategy : From Strategic Depth to Strategic Ditch

Syllabus:  GS – 2– India and its relations with Afghanistan , Foreign policy of India Focus : The article examines Pakistan’s evolving Afghan strategy, highlighting the challenges posed by the Taliban’s return to power in Kabul. It delves into Pakistan’s support for extremist groups, the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) threat, rising cross-border tensions, and Afghanistan’s refusal …

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06Jan 2025

Brahmaputra Basin Dams: Geopolitical Tensions and Environmental Risks

Syllabus: GS-1: Water Resources GS-2: India and its Neighbourhood , Effect of Policies & Politics of Countries on India’s Interests GS-3: Conservation Focus: China’s ambitious mega-dam project on the Brahmaputra at the Great Bend has raised concerns over its environmental impact and its geopolitical implications for India, Bangladesh, and Bhutan. The growing competition for hydropower …

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28Dec 2024

GCC Strengthens Strategic Ties with India and Region

Why in the news? The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), a key energy bloc, maintains strong economic ties with India, highlighted by substantial trade and expatriate remittances, emphasizing its role as India’s largest regional partner and a strategic ally in global dynamics. India-GCC Bilateral Relations India and the GCC share strong economic ties, with bilateral trade …

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24Dec 2024

Panama Canal’s Strategic Importance and Control History

Why in the news? The Panama Canal continues to be vital for global trade, with recent discussions about its geopolitical significance and U.S. interest in regaining control. Overview of the Panama Canal: A 40-mile-long man-made waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Completed in August 1914 by the United States. One of the world’s most …

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21Dec 2024

India-China Relations: Complex Dynamics

Syllabus: GS 2: International relations India and its neighbourhood relations. Why in the News? The 23rd meeting of Special Representatives (SRs) on the India-China boundary question was held in Beijing. While this regularized bilateral exchanges, it also exposed continuing differences and significantly lowered Indian expectations of a peaceful resolution. Evaluating India-China Relations Diverging Statements: Indian …

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21Dec 2024

Trump’s Re-Election And India’s Strategy

Syllabus: GS 2: India and neighbourhood relations Effect of policies and politics of developing and developed countries on India. Why in the News? The recent re-election of Donald Trump has sparked discussions on its implications for Indo-US relations, US-China strategies, and the evolving dynamics of the Quad. Key focus areas include his approach to global …

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