India-China have had longstanding border disputes, and the two countries have engaged in several military and diplomatic standoffs over the years. Read further to know the details of the border issues and related agreements. The recent standoff between India and China at the Doklam plateau which … [Read more...] about India-China Border Disputes – What is the Doklam Issue?
Foreign Relations Notes
India’s stand on Israel-Palestine conflict: Recent Changes
What is India's stand on the Israel-Palestine conflict? We have covered the Israel-Palestine conflict in one of our previous notes. In this post let's cover India's stand on the Israel-Palestine conflict. There has been much debate in recent times about whether India has changed its pro-Arab … [Read more...] about India’s stand on Israel-Palestine conflict: Recent Changes
Syrian Crisis: Reasons and Implications in a nutshell
The West Asian region has been under political turmoil for quite a long time. Syria, Iraq, Israel etc. are some of the regions that are constantly in the news for many reasons. In this post, let's analyse the Syrian Crisis - its background, reasons and the way ahead. What is the Syrian … [Read more...] about Syrian Crisis: Reasons and Implications in a nutshell
Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) and India
MTCR is the acronym for Missile Technology and Control Regime. MTCR was recently in the news as India got membership in the group (contrary to NSG where India was denied membership). In this post, let us see the details of Missile Technology Control Regime and it's importance to India. What is … [Read more...] about Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR) and India
India-Sri Lanka Relations: Everything You Need to Know
Sri Lanka is India’s closest maritime neighbour and is just 30 nautical miles away from the territorial boundary. India has deep historical and cultural ties with this island nation. In this post, we analyze the areas of cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. You can also learn about the major … [Read more...] about India-Sri Lanka Relations: Everything You Need to Know
Nuclear Supplier Group (NSG) and India’s Membership
Nuclear Suppliers Group (NSG) is a group of nuclear supplier countries that seek to prevent nuclear proliferation by controlling the export of materials, equipment, and technology that can be used to manufacture nuclear weapons. Why NSG? https://youtu.be/q9ERqLSCWNE Note: Subscribe to the … [Read more...] about Nuclear Supplier Group (NSG) and India’s Membership
China’s Lalho Dam Project: Should India worry?
"The next world war will be over water" - Ismail Serageldin, World Bank Vice President. At a time when there is ongoing tension between India and Pakistan over water-sharing (read Indus Water Treaty), China too is adding up pressure. Chinese Dams and Hydro-electric projects in Brahmaputra is … [Read more...] about China’s Lalho Dam Project: Should India worry?
Indus Water Treaty: Everything you need to know
The Indus Water Treaty (IWT) is a water-distribution treaty between India and Pakistan signed on September 19, 1960. The treaty was signed by the then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and Pakistan's President Ayub Khan. It was brokered by the World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and … [Read more...] about Indus Water Treaty: Everything you need to know
India-UAE Relations: Everything You Need to Know
India and the UAE enjoy strong bonds of friendship based on civilizational links, age-old maritime trade, and vibrant people-to-people contacts. Close geographical proximity, historical links, cultural affinity, natural synergies, shared aspirations, and common challenges provide further impetus to … [Read more...] about India-UAE Relations: Everything You Need to Know
India’s Bilateral Issues With SAARC Countries: A Quick Look
India's Bilateral Issues With SAARC Countries are a matter of significance as they impact the standing of the association itself. Read here to learn more about it. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's invitation of SAARC leaders for his swearing ceremony and bilateral meetings with each of its leaders … [Read more...] about India’s Bilateral Issues With SAARC Countries: A Quick Look
