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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - December 2016

Dec 2016

Sep 05, 2025

Thailand's Anutin Charnvirakul Elected PM by Parliament

Thailand's Anutin Charnvirakul was elected Prime Minister after breezing through a parliamentary vote, trouncing the candidate of the Shinawatra family's once-dominant ruling party to end a week of chaos and political deadlock.
With the decisive backing of the opposition, Anutin easily passed the threshold of more than half of the lower house votes required to become premier, capping off days of drama and a scramble for power during which he outmanoeuvred the most successful political party in Thailand's history.

Sep 04, 2025

Senegal President Dissolves Parliament

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dissolved the opposition-dominated Parliament, paving the way for a snap legislative election six months after he was voted in on an anti-establishment platform. According to the country's Constitution, the new election needs to take place within the next 90 days. President Faye announced the move, asking voters to give his party a mandate to carry out the systemic transformation that he had promised.

Sep 03, 2025

India Named Partner Country for Gulfood 2026

India was selected as the Partner Country for "Gulfood 2026", marking a significant milestone that recognises the nation's growing influence in global food security and its position as a trusted international agri-food supplier.
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) will formalise the partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Dubai World Trade Centre, organisers of the renowned food and beverage trade exhibition.
The Partner Country designation represents a major advancement for India's participation in one of the world's most important food trade platforms.

Aug 27, 2025

Inga Ruginiene Lithuania's New Prime Minister

Inga Ruginiene, a Social Democrat and former labour leader, was officially approved by the Lithuanian parliament as the country's new Prime Minister. Her appointment marks a significant shift in Lithuania's political leadership, as she transitions from her role as Minister of Social Security and Labour to the highest executive office in the nation.
Before entering politics, Ruginiene served as the Chair of the Lithuanian Trade Union Confederation, advocating for workers' rights and social justice. She entered parliament for the first time in 2024, making her swift elevation to Prime Minister within just a year particularly notable in Lithuanian political history.

Twenty-five Countries Suspend Postal Services to US over Tariffs

At least 25 countries have decided to suspend package deliveries to the United States, as concern grows over the impact of President Donald Trump's looming tariffs, a UN body said.
The Trump administration last month (July) that it will abolish a tax exemption on small packages entering the United States from August 29.
The move has sparked a flurry of announcements from postal services, including in France, Britain, Germany, Italy, India, Australia and Japan, that most US-bound packages would no longer be accepted.
As per reports, the suspensions will remain in place until there is more clarity on how US authorities plan to implement the announced measures.

Aug 26, 2025

Trump Orders Removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook

US President Donald Trump ordered the removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook effective immediately, citing allegations of false statements on her mortgage agreements -- and expanding pressure on the independent central bank.

Smart City Index 2025 Rankings

The IMD Smart City Index 2025, released by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD), once again highlighted how cities across the world are leveraging technology, infrastructure, and governance to improve urban life. While Swiss cities continue to dominate, the Middle East has made dramatic leaps, and Indian cities remain outside the global top 20.
According to IMD, a smart city is "an urban setting that applies technology to enhance the benefits and mitigate the drawbacks of urbanisation for its citizens."
Cities are ranked based on five key parameters: Health and Safety, Mobility, Activities, Opportunities and Governance
IMD Top 10 Smart Cities in the World 2025 are Zurich, Oslo, Geneva, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, London, Copenhagen, Canberra, Singapore and Lausanne.
Although Indian cities are progressing in the global smart city movement, they are still far from the top 20 list.
Delhi-104, Mumbai-106, Hyderabad 109 and Bengaluru -110

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