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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - August 2015

Aug 2015

Feb 17, 2025

'Imagine a world with more women in science' Campaign Launched By UNESCO

UNESCO has launched the "Imagine a world with more women in science" campaign to mark the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (February 11). The campaign emphasises the positive impact of diverse perspectives in scientific fields and encourages greater participation of women using the hashtag #EveryVoiceInScience.
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared February 11 as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science in 2015, aiming to bridge the gender gap in STEMM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics & Medicine).

BRICS Summit in Rio Amid U.S. Tariff Threats

Brazil is preparing to host the 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro on July 6-7, 2025. This high-profile gathering will bring together leaders from Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, and a select group of invited nations. The summit will serve as an essential platform to discuss crucial global governance reforms and deepening cooperation among countries from the Global South.
Established in 2009, the BRICS bloc has grown significantly, now including nations like Iran, Egypt, Ethiopia, the United Arab Emirates, and Saudi Arabia. Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Malaysia are among the countries also seeking membership. This year's summit is expected to address critical issues that will shape the future of BRICS nations and their global influence.

Feb 16, 2025

Constantine Tassoulas New President of Greece

Constantine Tassoulas, the former parliamentary speaker was elected as the new President of Greece. Tassoulas, a senior member of the ruling New Democracy party, secured 160 votes in the 300-seat parliament. He will take over from Katerina Sakellaropoulou, Greece's first female president, whose term ends in March. The position of President in Greece is largely ceremonial, but the selection reflects the political direction of the country's leadership.
Constantine Tassoulas has been a key political figure in Greece for over two decades. He has been a Member of Parliament since 2000, representing his hometown. He is affiliated with the centre-right New Democracy party and has held several ministerial positions, including Deputy Minister of National Defence and Minister of Culture and Sports.

Feb 15, 2025

Ilie Bolojan Assumes Role as Romania's Interim President

Ilie Bolojan, the President of the Senate, was sworn in as Romania's interim President following the resignation of Klaus Iohannis. This political shift came at a time of uncertainty as the country prepares for new presidential elections in May 2025. Bolojan, a seasoned politician known for his administrative expertise, stepped into this role to ensure stability during the transition period.
Klaus Iohannis, Romania's President since 2014, resigned on February 12, 2025, before completing his term. His departure was triggered by pressure from far-right opposition parties, which were moving forward with a motion to suspend him from office.

Feb 14, 2025

RFK Jr Sworn in as US Health and Human Services Chief

Robert F. Kennedy Jr, one of President Donald Trump's most controversial cabinet picks, was sworn in as the next US Health and Human Services Secretary.
The former presidential candidate will now oversee key health agencies with about 80,000 employees and a trillion-dollar budget. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle had questioned his baseless health claims and vaccine scepticism.
Kennedy was confirmed by a 52-48 vote. No Democrats backed him. Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell was the lone Republican to vote against Kennedy.
World Government Summit 2025 Opens in Dubai, India Focuses on Green Growth and Climate Resilience.

Feb 13, 2025

Senate Confirms Tulsi Gabbard as National Intelligence Director

Tulsi Gabbard, one of President Donald Trump's most controversial cabinet picks, was confirmed as director of national intelligence by a narrow vote in the Senate.
The former Democratic congresswoman was approved to oversee the US spy agencies by a Republican majority, with a vote of 52-48.
Her confirmation marks another cabinet victory for Trump as the Senate moves swiftly to confirm his remaining nominees.

India's Rank in Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024

Corruption remains a significant global challenge, affecting governance, democracy, and development. In the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2024, released by Transparency International, India ranked at 96th position out of 180 countries, with a score of 38—a decline from 39 in 2023 and 40 in 2022. The CPI evaluates nations based on perceived levels of public sector corruption, using a scale from 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean).
Denmark (1st) is the least corrupt nation, followed by Finland (2nd) and Singapore (3rd).
South Sudan, Somalia, Venezuela, and Syria were ranked among the most corrupt nations.

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