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25Apr 2025

Global Pandemic Treaty Draft Finalized Without USA

Global Pandemic Treaty Draft Finalized Without USA Why in the News ? The World Health Organization (WHO) member states have agreed on a draft global pandemic treaty after over three years of negotiations. The treaty aims to improve preparedness for future pandemics but faces criticism for limited enforcement powers and U.S. absence. Need for a …

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12Apr 2025

US Sanctions Indian Over Iran Oil Trade Links

Why in the News ? The US has sanctioned UAE-based Indian Jugwinder Singh Brar and his four companies for allegedly aiding Iran’s oil trade. This action is part of Washington’s ongoing “maximum pressure” campaign aimed at disrupting Iranian oil exports and related networks. Who Was Sanctioned and Why ? The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign …

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05Apr 2025

US Tariffs on Uninhabited Islands Raise Eyebrows

Why in the News ? The US imposed a 10% tariff on imports from Australia-governed Heard and McDonald Islands, which have no trade activity. Experts are puzzled, calling it symbolic or erroneous, given the islands’ ecological value and status as a protected nature reserve. Background and Geopolitical Context: The US President recently imposed a 10% …

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27Jan 2025

Trump’s Greenland Pursuit: Strategic and Economic Interests

Why in the news? Former US President Donald Trump reiterated his interest in acquiring Greenland, citing strategic and economic reasons, including countering China’s Arctic influence and leveraging Greenland’s rare earth minerals critical for defense, renewable energy, and emerging technologies. Background of US-Greenland Relations: Greenland: World’s largest island, autonomous province of Denmark, abundant in natural resources …

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