INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS

GS 2 – International relation Context: Brazil recently announced Indonesia’s admission as a full member of BRICS, marking a significant expansion of the international bloc. Evolution of BRICS Formation: BRICS was established in 2009 with Brazil, Russia, India, and China as founding members. Expansion Timeline: 2010: South Africa joined the …

GS 2 – INTERNATIONAL RELATION The Carter Doctrine is a significant U.S. foreign policy statement announced by President Jimmy Carter during his State of the Union Address on January 23, 1980. It declared that the United States would use military force if necessary to protect its national interests in the …

GS 2 – INTERNATIONAL RELATION The Camp David Accords were a pair of political agreements signed on 17 September 1978 by Egyptian President Anwar Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin, following twelve days of secret negotiations at Camp David, the U.S. presidential retreat in Maryland. The agreements were witnessed …

GS 2 – International Relation The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a regional intergovernmental organization formed to promote economic, political, and security cooperation among its member states. It plays a key role in Middle Eastern geopolitics and global energy markets. Founded: 25 May 1981 Headquarters: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Member Countries …

GS 2 – INTERNATIONAL RELATION  Context: The visit of India’s Prime Minister to Kuwait marks the first visit by an Indian PM in 43 years, with the goal of enhancing bilateral cooperation and addressing gaps in India’s engagement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Strategic Importance of Kuwait Geopolitical Position: …

GS 2 – International organisation  Context: Recently, Moldova Signs the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Framework Agreement, furthering its commitment to promoting renewable energy. The ISA was launched in 2015 at COP21 in Paris as a joint initiative by India and France. Its headquarters is in Gurugram, India, and the Framework …

GS 2 – International organisation   The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) is a permanent intergovernmental body established in 1960 during the Baghdad Conference. It was formed to coordinate and unify petroleum policies among member countries.   Founding Members: Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela.   Current Members: …

GS2: International Relations Context: Origin of the Policy: The concept was introduced by Deng Xiaoping during the 1970s. Deng envisioned using the One Country, Two Systems model to unify China and Taiwan. Taiwan, however, rejected this proposal and has continued to operate independently from mainland China, although Beijing has never …

GS 2 – International Relation India-France-UAE Trilateral Air Combat Exercise: India, France, and the UAE have initiated the trilateral air combat exercise “Desert Knight” over the Arabian Sea. This operation aims to enhance interoperability and strategic cooperation among the three nations’ air forces. Exercise Desert Knight is a trilateral air …

GS 2 – International Relation  Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) is to foster investments and enhance exports, with a special focus on India’s IT, audio-visual sectors, and the mobility of skilled professionals. Date of Signing: March 10, 2024 Participants: India and EFTA member countries: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. …

GS 2 – International relation  The territorial dispute between Israel and Palestine centers on both claiming historical rights to the same areas, including Gaza, the West Bank, and Jerusalem. This conflict has led to the displacement of many Palestinians, creating a significant refugee population. Over the years, tensions have flared …

GS 2 – International Relation Origin and Expansion The Schengen Area derives its name from Schengen, a small village in Luxembourg near the borders of France and Germany, where the landmark agreement was signed in 1985. Initially involving five of the six founding members of the European Union (excluding Italy), …

GS 2 – International Relation  India-Sri Lanka relations are defined by a blend of historical connections, strategic partnerships, and economic collaborations. Below is a detailed outline: Historical Ties India and Sri Lanka share a long-standing history of cultural, religious, and trade interactions dating back to ancient times. Strong cultural connections …