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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS - November 2024

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Nov 15, 2025

Thai King Becomes Country's First Monarch to Visit China

Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn arrived in Beijing, becoming the first reigning Thai monarch to make a state visit to China, in what analysts say is a sign of the Asian giant's increasing influence on his kingdom.
A constitutional monarchy since 1932, Thailand has used royal visits as foreign policy tools, including two U.S. trips by King Vajiralongkorn's father, King Bhumibol Adulyadej, during the height of the Cold War in the 1960s.
The visit was at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping to celebrate the 50^th anniversary of both countries establishing diplomatic ties for the first time in 1975.

Nov 14, 2025

Oman Joins UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Council

In a major achievement, Oman was elected as a member of the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Council for the term 2025–2029. The election took place during the 43^rd UNESCO General Conference, which concluded on November 13, 2025, held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. This marks a significant recognition of Oman's efforts in promoting sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and harmony between humans and nature.
This event marked the first time the conference was held outside of Paris in over 40 years.
The Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme, launched by UNESCO in 1971, is an international scientific initiative that works to improve the relationship between humans and their environment.

Nov 13, 2025

Pakistan Puts Asim Munir's Army above State

The Pakistan government's 27^th Constitutional Amendment Bill grants sweeping powers to the country's Army Chief, Asim Munir. Under the constitutional changes passed by the Upper House of parliament, Munir will take overall command of the military. His new position will be Chief of Defence Forces.
The amendment, which was passed by the Senate, seeks to change Article 243 of the Pakistan Constitution.

Nov 12, 2025

President of India Participates in the Celebrations of the 50th anniversary of Angola's Independence

At the invitation of President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço, President Droupadi Murmu participated in the celebrations of the 50^th anniversary of Angola's Independence in November 2025. In a colourful ceremony held at the Praça da República in Luanda, the President joined President Lourenço and witnessed a vibrant display of Angola's military and cultural traditions.

Catherine Connolly Becomes 10th President of Ireland

In Ireland, Independent left-wing politician Catherine Connolly was elected its 10^th President after a landslide victory. She defeated her rival Heather Humphreys. A seasoned politician and political performer, Connolly has been Member of Parliament since 2016 for the Galway West constituency and also served as Deputy Speaker of the Irish Parliament. Official results showed strong voter support for Connolly as President.

Nov 11, 2025

PM Modi Attends Celebrations for 70th Birth Anniversary of Bhutan's Fourth King

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to Bhutan. The visit underscored the ongoing tradition of high-level exchanges between the two nations and is aimed at further deepening the special friendship and cooperation between Bharat and Bhutan.
During the visit, Modi and the King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, inaugurated the one thousand twenty megawatt Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project. The project was jointly developed by India and Bhutan.
The Prime Minister attended the celebrations dedicated to the 70th birth anniversary of the Fourth King of Bhutan, Jigme Singye Wangchuck and also meet his counterpart, Tshering Tobgay.

Thailand Suspends US-Brokered Peace Agreement with Cambodia after Border Landmine Blast

Thailand suspended the implementation of a United States-brokered peace agreement with neighbouring Cambodia after a landmine blast near their border injured two of its soldiers.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said after the incident that all action set to be carried out under the truce will be halted until Thailand's demands, which remain unspecified, are met.
There was no immediate response from the Cambodian government. Thai Defence Minister Natthaphon Narkphanit said the army is still investigating whether the mine was newly laid.
Thailand has previously accused Cambodia of laying new mines in violation of the truce, a charge that the Cambodian government denies.
Thailand and Cambodia signed a ceasefire on the sidelines of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) summit in Malaysia last month after territorial disputes between the two Southeast Asian countries led to five days of border clashes in July.

President Murmu to Attend Angola's 50th Independence Day Celebrations in Luanda

President Droupadi Murmu attended 50th Independence Day celebrations of Angola in Luanda. Earlier this year in May, Angolan President João Lourenço had paid a successful visit to New Delhi. He had then extended an invitation to President Murmu to participate in the 50th anniversary celebrations of Angola's independence. Addressing the Angolan Parliament, President Murmu said that India had consistently supported the Angolan freedom struggle.

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