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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - October 2017

Oct 2017

Jun 10, 2022

European Parliament Votes to Ban Sale of New Petrol and Diesel Cars by 2035

Members of the European Parliament voted to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035. The move aims to step up the fight against climate change through the faster development of electric vehicles. The voting was held on an amendment that would have allowed some auto emissions from new vehicles after 2035, which was rejected by Members of Parliament.
The European Union assembly voted in Strasbourg, France to require automakers to cut carbon-dioxide emissions by 100 percent by the middle of the next decade. The mandate would amount to a prohibition on the sale in the 27-nation EU of new cars powered by gasoline or diesel.
EU lawmakers also endorsed a 55 percent reduction in CO2 from automobiles in 2030 compared with 2021.

India, Iran Reaffirm Cooperation on Development of Chabahar Port

India and Iran reaffirmed their commitment to continue their cooperation on the development of the Chabahar Port as a transit hub for the region including Central Asia and said delegates from the two counties will meet soon to address operational aspects of the key port.
For India, the Chabahar Port is a much-needed project for sea-access to landlocked Afghanistan. The port has also emerged as a commercial transit hub for the region. It is a more economical and stable route for landlocked countries of the region to reach India and the global market.
This commitment to continuing cooperation on the Chabahar Port was made during Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian's visit to India. This is the first visit of Abdollahian since he assumed office in August 2021.
The Ministers also discussed international and regional issues, including Afghanistan and the sides reaffirmed the importance of providing immediate humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan and reiterated the need for a representative and inclusive political system in support of a peaceful, secure and stable Afghanistan.

Jun 09, 2022

Ramkrishna Mukkavilli First Indian Recognised by United Nations Global Compact as Global SDG Pioneer

For the first time in the world, an Indian was named a Global Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) Pioneer for Water Stewardship by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). The United Nations Global Compact named ten new SDG Pioneers, who are corporate leaders excelling in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by implementing the UN Global Compact Ten Principles on human rights, environment, labour, and anti-corruption.
Professionals working at any level in a firm engaging in the UN Worldwide Compact were targeted for the global search, with winners picked from every continent. Their work covers a wide range of topics, including climate mitigation and adaptation, as well as circular economy and digital transformation.

Jun 08, 2022

Prime Minister Boris Johnson Survives Confidence Vote

Embattled British Prime Minister Boris Johnson narrowly survived a vote of confidence by his fellow Conservative Party lawmakers against his leadership, a ballot that has left his authority weakened and exposed rifts within his party.
Some 211 MPs voted for the Prime Minister, compared to 148 votes against - a majority of 63.

Japan, NATO to Step up Ties amid Ukraine War

Japanese and NATO officials agreed to step up military cooperation and joint exercises as they shared concerns that Russia's invasion of Ukraine is causing a deterioration of security environment in Europe and Asia.
Japanese Defence Minister Nobuo Kishi said that Japan hoped to strengthen its ties with European countries and welcomed NATO's expanded involvement in the Indo-Pacific region.
Bauer's visit to Tokyo comes as Japan's Maritime Self-Defence Force is participating in NATO naval exercises in the Mediterranean Sea. Japan has been increasing its military capabilities and cooperation with Europe, in addition to its alliance with the US and partnerships with other countries in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond in the face of China's rise.

Jun 07, 2022

Abania Elects General Major Bajram Begaj as New President

Albania's parliament elected a top military official, General Major Bajram Begaj as its new President after no candidates were nominated in three rounds of voting. The outgoing President Ilir Meta signed the decree on Begaj's dismissal as Chief of General Staff of the AAF.
Earlier, Bajram Begaj held the post of the Chief of General Staff of the Albanian Armed Forces (AAF). He is Albania's 8th President and the 3rd from the military ranks. Bajram Begaj will take oath as the new President on 25th July 2022 to replace the current President 'Ilir Meta', who will remain in office until 22nd July 2022.

Jun 06, 2022

PM Launches Global Initiative 'Lifestyle for Environment (LiFE) Movement

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a global initiative 'Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) Movement' via video conferencing.The launch initiated the "LiFE Global Call for Papers" inviting ideas and suggestions from academics, universities and research institutions etc to influence and persuade individuals, communities and organisations across the world to adopt an environment-conscious lifestyle.
The programme also witnessed the participation of Bill Gates, Co-Chairman of Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. The idea of LiFE was introduced by the Prime Minister during the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) in Glasgow in 2022. The idea promotes an environmentally conscious lifestyle that focuses on 'mindful and deliberate utilisation' instead of 'mindless and destructive consumption'.

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