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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - June 2015

Jun 2015

Nov 23, 2024

Armenia Becomes 104th Full Member of International Solar Alliance

Armenia became the 104th full member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), marking a significant milestone for global solar energy collaboration. The ISA, established in 2015, aims to scale up solar energy adoption, reduce costs, and facilitate innovation. Under India's leadership, the ISA has launched impactful projects worldwide. Armenia's membership highlights its commitment to sustainable energy solutions, contributing to the ISA's goal of mobilising USD 1000 billion by 2030 for solar energy deployment.
Armenia handed over the Instrument of Ratification of its ISA membership during a meeting between Ambassador Vahagn Afyan of Armenia and Abhishekifs, Joint Secretary (ED&MER) and Head of Depository, in New Delhi.

Nov 22, 2024

Bangladesh Forms New Election Commission

In Bangladesh, the interim government formed a new election commission. Former secretary AMM Nasir Uddin was appointed Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), while four Election Commissioners are former additional secretary Md Anwarul Islam Sarker, former district and sessions judge Abdur Rahman Masud, former joint secretary Begum Tahmida Ahmed and Brigadier General (Retd) Abul Fazal Md Sanaullah.
President Mohammed Shahabuddin appointed all the five in line with Section 118 (1) of the constitution of Bangladesh.

India Hosts First Global Cooperative Conference in 130 Years

India will host the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) Global Cooperative Conference in New Delhi from November 25 to 30, 2024. This marks the first time in the 130-year history of the ICA that the global cooperative movement's premier event will be held in India. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the United Nations International Year of Cooperatives 2025 during this event.
Expected Attendance: Around 3,000 delegates, including 1,000 international delegates from over 100 countries are expected attend the conference.
Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will chair the inaugural session on November 25.
Bhutan Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay and Fiji Deputy PM Manoa Kamikamica will be the special guests at the event.
The conference will be held under the theme "Cooperatives Build Prosperity for All".

India Drops Two Spots in Global Climate Index

India ranked 10th on a list of over 60 countries assessed for efforts to fight climate change despite dropping two spots compared to last ago, thanks to its low per capita emissions and rapid deployment of renewable, according to a report.
The Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI 2025) report, released at the annual UN climate conference, left the first three places empty followed by Denmark (fourth place) and the Netherlands while the largest two emitters, China and the US, remain very low at 55th and 57th place, respectively.
Published by think tanks Germanwatch, New Climate Institute, and Climate Action Network International, the CCPI tracks the progress of the world's largest emitters in terms of emissions, renewable, and climate policy.

Iraq Conducts First National Census in 40 Years

Iraq began its first nationwide population census in decades, a step aimed at modernising data collection and planning in a country long impacted by conflict and political divisions.
The act of counting the population is also contentious. The census is expected to have profound implications for Iraq's resource distribution, budget allocations and development planning.
The census is being carried out with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), would reveal "the reality of Iraq in its smallest details", enabling authorities to pinpoint gaps in health, education and housing provision.

Nov 21, 2024

First-ever WHO Investment Round Held in Brazil

The World Health Organization (WHO) organised its first-ever Investment Round to raise funds for its strategy for global health during the G20 Leaders' Summit in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro.
The event, attended by world leaders along with Prime Minister Modi, "raised $ 1.7 billion".
At the Summit, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to building a fair world and a sustainable planet. They pledged to prioritise the fight against inequalities in all their dimensions.
Their declaration reaffirmed the WHO's central role in global health governance, emphasising the need for stable and transparent financing.
India will work towards efforts to boost global health, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi while pledging his support to World Health Organisation chief Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus.

Global Hunger and Poverty Alliance Launched by Brazil's President Lula

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva officially launched the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty during the opening of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. This landmark initiative, involving 148 founding members, including 82 countries and a variety of international organisations, financial institutions, and NGOs, aims to accelerate efforts to eradicate hunger and poverty globally by 2030.

London Tops World's Best Cities 2025

London topped a definitive ranking of the World's Best Cities 2025 released in November for the tenth year in a row, followed closely by New York and Paris, even as Indian cities failed to make the cut based on the criteria of perception and performance.
The annual rankings produced by Resonance Consultancy in partnership with Ipsos are an analysis of large urban regions around the world that are leading in aspects most important to attracting workforce, visitors, and businesses.
The 2025 report marks a first in incorporating perception-based data by surveying more than 22,000 people in 31 countries for the first time - the results of which also demonstrate that people all over the world still very much aspire to live, visit, and work in the world's largest cities.

Nov 20, 2024

Indo-Canadian Niki Sharma New Deputy Premier of British Columbia

Niki Sharma, an MLA of Indian descent, was appointed as the Deputy Premier of British Columbia (BC), making her the first woman of colour to hold this role. Alongside Sharma, three newly elected MLAs, Ravi Kahlon, Ravi Singh Parmar and Jagrup Brar, from the Indo-Canadian community were named to the provincial Cabinet. BC Premier David Eby announced the new Cabinet.
Sharma became the first Indo-Canadian to serve as Deputy Premier, though the province has previously had an Indo-Canadian Premier, Ujjal Dosanjh, who led BC from 2000 to 2001.
The Cabinet includes Ravi Parmar, responsible for Forests; Jagrup Brar, overseeing Mining and Critical Minerals; and Ravi Kahlon, assigned to Housing and Municipal Affairs. Additionally, Raj Chauhan is expected to continue as Speaker of the provincial legislature.

Global Freight Summit 2024

The Global Freight Summit 2024 was held in Dubai, marking its third edition since 2022. Hosted by DP World, the event witnessed over 5,000 industry leaders from 155 countries, focused on the theme of 'Acting to reach the opportunities of tomorrow.'
The event addressed four primary areas, which included the use of AI and blockchain in business. Strategies for navigating volatile global markets were also discussed. Sustainable shipping practices were the focus. Additionally, the summit examined building robust trade routes amid geopolitical tensions and natural disasters.

Gabon Approves New Constitution in Historic Referendum

Gabonese voters approved of a new Constitution by a landslide 91.8 per cent proposed by the country's military rulers. According to reports, the proposed new Constitution introduces a limit of two terms on the presidency, while also increasing the length of terms from five to seven years. The Central African Country's new Constitution also abolishes the position of Prime Minister and stipulates that family members cannot succeed a President.
The constitutional change will also require presidential candidates to be exclusively Gabonese, with at least one Gabon-born parent and to have a Gabonese spouse. The criterion disqualifies ousted ruler Ali Bongo Ondimba, who has a French-born wife, Sylvia Valentin, and prevents his children from ever leading the country.
Military officers seized power in a coup in August 2023, ousting former President Ali Bongo Ondimba and putting him under house arrest. Gabon's military rulers have tentatively scheduled a handover to the civilian government for the summer of 2025.

Nov 19, 2024

Jeddah Commitments on AMR

The 4th Global High-Level Ministerial Conference on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) concluded in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with the adoption of the Jeddah Commitments.
Jeddah Commitments laid down practical, actionable and cross-sectoral steps stakeholders to address AMR-related goals by 2030.
Its theme was "From Declaration to Implementation – Accelerating Actions Through Multisectoral Partnerships for the Containment of AMR."
Establishment of New Hubs: It announced an AMR 'One Health' Learning Hub and a regional Antimicrobial Access and Logistics Hub in Saudi Arabia to enhance access to essential antimicrobials and diagnostics.

Valdecy Urquiza New Secretary General of Interpol

Brazilian Federal Police Commissioner Valdecy Urquiza was elected as the new Secretary General of Interpol at the organisation's 92nd General Assembly, held in Glasgow, Scotland. Urquiza took over the role from the outgoing Secretary General, Jurgen Stock, marking a significant leadership transition in the world's largest police organisation.
Valdecy Urquiza is a seasoned police officer from Brazil with extensive experience in global policing and international law enforcement.
Jurgen Stock, who served as Secretary General for 10 years, played a crucial role in modernising Interpol and enhancing its role in combating transnational crimes.
The organization today known as Interpol was founded on September 7, 1923 at the close of a five-day International Police Congress in Vienna.

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