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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - February 2016

Feb 2016

Sep 16, 2024

India sends US$ 1 Million Humanitarian Relief to Vietnam as Operation Sadbhav

The Government of India has launched Operation Sadbhav to provide humanitarian relief/assistance to countries affected by Typhoon Yagi. This will Express Solidarity with Storm-Hit Nations- Myanmar, Vietnam and Laos.
India has extended assistance to the Government of Vietnam to provide relief to the affected communities in northern Vietnam impacted by the natural disaster.
A consignment of 35 tons of humanitarian assistance, including water purification items, water containers, blankets, kitchen utensils, and solar lanterns, among others, was airlifted to Vietnam today by a special aircraft.

India Participates in BRICS Literature Forum 2024 in Russia

India took part in the BRICS Literature Forum 2024 in Kazan, Russia. The event, inaugurated by Kazan Mayor Ilsur Metshin, focused on the theme 'World Literature in the New Reality: Dialogue of Traditions, National Values, and Cultures'.
This forum brought together writers, poets, philosophers, artists, and scholars from BRICS countries. India was represented by Madhav Kaushik, President of Sahitya Akademi, and Dr. K. Sreenivasarao, Secretary of Sahitya Akademi. In the plenary session, Madhav Kaushik emphasised the significance of literature in fostering unity and cooperation globally.
In a session titled "Meet the Authors from India," with the theme "Volga to Ganga: Celebration of Tradition and Multiculturalism," Dr. K. Sreenivasarao discussed the influence of river-based cultures in promoting multiculturalism and social progress. Madhav Kaushik further elaborated on how traditional literature in both India and Russia embodies rich cultural values.

Sep 15, 2024

Mexico's Senate Passes Controversial Judicial Reform Bill

Mexico became the world's first country to allow voters to elect judges at all levels after protesters invaded the Upper House and suspended debate on the issue. The reform was approved with 86 votes in favour and 41 against, garnering the two-thirds majority needed to amend the Constitution.
The new Chief of Government of Mexico City, Carla Brugada recognised the senators who fulfilled the popular mandate and voted to approve the Judicial Reform that will allow the people to elect their judges, magistrates and ministers, and will make justice more accessible to all.

Sep 12, 2024

Switzerland Crowned as Best Country in the World

In a new survey which is called "Best countries for 2024" Switzerland was crowned as the best country in the world. Switzerland achieved this fate in the third year successively. This survey included 89 countries for the results.
European countries made up the majority of the top 25
In the ranking, Switzerland is followed by Japan, the United States of America, Canada and Australia
Only Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea managed to the top 25 from Asia
The United Arab Emirates and Qatar were the only two Middle-Eastern countries that got the 17 and 25th positions in the survey.

Sep 11, 2024

ICA General Assembly and the Global Cooperative Conference 2024

The International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) is set to hold its General Assembly and Global Cooperative Conference in India for the first time in 130 years, from November 25-30, 2024. The event theme, 'Cooperatives Build Prosperity for All', aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of 'Sahkar se Samriddhi', which translates to prosperity through cooperation. This important event will also mark the beginning of the UN International Year of Cooperatives in 2025.
This conference is a big deal for India because it will help boost its position in the global cooperative movement. Cooperatives in India will showcase their products and services in a special marketplace called a 'Haat,' designed to look like traditional Indian villages. To commemorate the event, a special stamp will also be released for the International Year of Cooperatives.

Sep 10, 2024

Arab World's First Nuclear Plant

The United Arab Emirates successfully completed the Arab world's first nuclear power plant, the Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant, the state-owned Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC) said.
According to ENEC, the four-reactor plant will provide 25 percent of the electricity required by the hot, desert Gulf state, where air-conditioning is widespread—approximately equivalent to New Zealand's annual electricity consumption.
It will also power major industries such as oil production, steel manufacturing, and aluminum production.
The Barakah Nuclear Energy Plant is situated in Al Dhafra, within the Emirate of Abu Dhabi on the Arabian Gulf, about 53 km west-southwest of the city of Ruwais.
Emirati President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hailed the completion as a significant step towards achieving net zero emissions.

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