The United Kingdom has joined the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) which is a trading bloc of 11 countries. The Countries in the CPTPP agree to reduce or remove tariffs on the vast majority of goods and cooperate on regulations and standards. Read here to … [Read more...] about CPTPP (Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership)
International Affairs Notes
India USA China Triangle
What do you understand by India USA China Triangle? How China is raising its influence in India's neighboring countries? Read further to know more about it. The India-USA-China triangle is a complex geopolitical phenomenon that has gained significant attention in recent years. India, the world's … [Read more...] about India USA China Triangle
High Seas Treaty
The high seas treaty is the legal framework agreed upon by the United Nations member states for parts of the ocean outside national boundaries. This is the first-ever treaty of this nature. The UN High Seas Treaty places 30% of the world's oceans into protected areas, puts more money into marine … [Read more...] about High Seas Treaty
Davos Summit 2023
What is World Economic forum? What are the key highlights of the Davos Summit 2023? Read further to know. The 53rd edition of the annual World Economic Forum summit 2023 was held in Davos, Switzerland. The theme of the event was "Cooperation in a Fragmented World". At this event, hundreds of … [Read more...] about Davos Summit 2023
Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy
What is Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy? What are the objectives Indo-Pacific strategy? What are the significance of Indo-Pacific Policy? What is India’s Policy for Indo-pacific strategy? What forces are causing the world to turn to the Indo-pacific strategy? Read further to know … [Read more...] about Canada’s Indo-Pacific strategy
UNCLOS Maritime zones
What are UNCLOS Maritime zones? How are they specified? What are the important articles of UNCLOS? Read further to know more. Recently, India reaffirmed its support for the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). In accordance with the UNCLOS 1982, India supported unrestricted commerce, … [Read more...] about UNCLOS Maritime zones
Nord Stream pipeline
What is Nord Stream pipeline? What are the concerns regarding the pipeline? What is its significance to Russia and Europe? Read further to know more. The Nord Stream pipeline will be shut, according to recent statements from the United States, if Russia attacks Ukraine. However, due to the … [Read more...] about Nord Stream pipeline
China-Russia Relations
The China-Russia diplomatic relations improved after the dissolution of the Soviet Union and the establishment of the Russian Federation in 1991. The two nations announced in 1992 that they were seeking a "constructive collaboration," moved closer to a "strategic partnership" in 1996, and then … [Read more...] about China-Russia Relations
Doomsday Clock
What is the Doomsday Clock? It has been counting down the minutes and seconds for 76 years, but on 24th January 2023, it was set to 90 seconds to midnight, which is the closest it has ever been to the actual time. The point of destruction is symbolized by midnight in mythology. Read here to know … [Read more...] about Doomsday Clock
China’s Population Decline
China’s population declined for the first time in 60 years according to the National Bureau of Statistics of China. It is widely believed that the mishandled family planning measure is the prime reason for the decline. Read here to understand the global implications of the Chinese demographic … [Read more...] about China’s Population Decline