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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - October 2021

Oct 2021

Apr 20, 2024

International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan: Rallying Support amidst Crisis

The devastating conflict in Sudan plunged the nation into a profound humanitarian crisis, prompting the international community to take swift action. The French capital, Paris, hosted an International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan and Neighbouring Countries, organised in response to the United Nations' funding appeal in February 2024.
The conference was a collaborative effort by France, Germany, and the European Union, bringing together ministers and representatives from over 58 states, including neighbouring and regional countries, as well as donors. Representatives from various regional organisations, such as the African Union, United Nations programs and agencies, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the Arab Development Bank, participated in the event. Additionally, around 50 international and Sudanese NGOs were present, underscoring the global commitment to addressing this crisis.
At the Paris conference, international donors announced a staggering pledge of more than 2 billion euros, with the European Union and its members contributing around 900 million euros. According to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), Sudan requires at least $2.7 billion this year to provide food, healthcare, and other essential supplies to 24 million people, nearly half of the country's population of 51 million.

Prez Xi Launches Information Support Force, a New Wing of Chinese Military

Chinese President Xi Jinping launched an Information Support Force (ISF), a new wing of the People's Liberation Army, which will be a strategic branch, a key pillar and a vital power in modern warfare for the world's largest military.
Xi who also heads the Central Military Commission (CMC), the overall high command of the Chinese military, besides heading the ruling Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Presidency, said that the establishment of the Information Support Force (ISF) is a major decision made by the CPC and the CMC in light of the overall need of building a strong military.
The Information Support Force (ISF) was regarded as the revised version of the PLA's Strategic Support Force (SSF), established in 2015 by the Chinese military to deal with space, cyber, political and electronic warfare to fight what was described as "informationised wars".

Apr 19, 2024

Kuwait's New Prime Minister: Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah

Kuwait's Emir has appointed Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah as the new Prime Minister following the resignation of Sheikh Mohammed Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah. Sheikh Ahmad, born in 1952, brings extensive experience in finance and government, having held various ministerial positions.
Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, born in 1952, holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Finance from the University of Illinois. He has a notable career history, including roles at Kuwait's Finance Center and the Central Bank of Kuwait. Additionally, he served as chairman of the board for Burgan Bank before assuming several ministerial positions, such as Minister of Finance, Minister of Communications, Minister of Planning, Minister of State for Administrative Affairs, Minister of Health, and Minister of Oil.

Apr 18, 2024

Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al-Sabah New Prime Minister of Kuwait

Kuwait's Emir appointed Ahmad Abdullah al-Ahmad al-Sabah as Prime Minister.
Kuwait's Emir appointed Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah as the new Prime Minister following the resignation of Sheikh Mohammed Sabah Al-Salem Al-Sabah. Sheikh Ahmad, born in 1952, brings extensive experience in finance and government, having held various ministerial positions.
He has a notable career history, including roles at Kuwait's Finance Center and the Central Bank of Kuwait. Additionally, he served as chairman of the board for Burgan Bank before assuming several ministerial positions, such as Minister of Finance, Minister of Communications, Minister of Planning, Minister of State for Administrative Affairs, Minister of Health, and Minister of Oil.

Alia Bhatt, Sakshi Malik, Satya Nadella on TIME's '100 Most Influential People' List

Olympian Sakshi Malik, Indian-origin actor Dev Patel, actress Alia Bhatt, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and World Bank President Ajay Banga were among the eight Indians named in the prestigious TIME's list of 100 most influential people in the world, which was released in April 2024.
TIME's '100 Most Influential People of 2024′ also included US Department of Energy's Loan Programmes Office director Jigar Shah, Professor of Astronomy and Professor of Physics at Yale University Priyamvada Natarajan and Indian-origin restaurateur Asma Khan.

World Economic Forum Names Nykaa's Adwaita Nayar as a 2024 Young Global Leader

The World Economic Forum named Adwaita Nayar, the co-founder of Nykaa and CEO of Nykaa Fashion, as a '2024 Young Global Leader'. This prestigious recognition highlights Nayar's remarkable achievements as a change-maker and entrepreneur, solidifying her place among the most influential young leaders in the world.
The World Economic Forum (WEF) is an international non-governmental organization based in Cologny, Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It was founded on January 24, 1971 by German engineer Klaus Schwab.
Klaus Schwab is the Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum (as in April 2024).

Apr 17, 2024

Kristalina Georgieva Re-appointed as IMF Managing Director

Kristalina Georgieva was re-appointed as the Managing Director (MD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a new 5-year term starting on 1 October 2024. She was the sole candidate nominated for the position this year, and her appointment was made by the IMF executive board.
The IMF Managing Director is appointed by the executive board, which can choose a managing director through either voting or consensus. In 2004, the IMF adopted a policy of appointing a Managing Director through consensus. Candidates for the MD post can be nominated by an IMF Fund Governor or an Executive Director.
Kristalina Georgieva, from Bulgaria, has served as the MD of the IMF since 2019. Prior to this role, she held positions such as Chief Executive Officer of the World Bank and Interim President of the World Bank Group. She also served as Commissioner for International Cooperation, Humanitarian Aid, and Crisis Response of the European Commission.
The IMF formally came into existence on December 27, 1945, when the first 29 countries ratified its Articles of Agreement.
The IMF is headquartered in Washington D.C., United States, and currently has 190 member countries.

Apr 16, 2024

Singapore PM Lee Hands Power to Successor Wong

Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong stepped down after two decades at the helm, and handed power to his deputy Lawrence Wong.
Wong has the unanimous support of the ruling party lawmakers.
Mr. Lee has served as Prime Minister and head of the PAP since August 2004.

Why Iran Attacked Israel

The wave of drones and missiles that flew towards Israel brought with it a new phase of tension, uncertainty and confrontation in the Middle East.
Iran launched the unprecedented attack in response to a suspected Israeli strike on the Iranian consulate in Damascus, Syria, earlier this month (April 2024).
It marked a new chapter in a discord between the two states that percolated for years and has spiralled since Israel declared war on Hamas last October (2023).

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