International Relations

  • NATO Countries List 2025, Members, Functions and Significance

    NATO has urged a 400% boost in defence spending to tackle rising threats from Russia, with a proposed 3.5% of GDP for military and 1.5% for related infrastructure, ahead of the June 24–25 NATO Summit. The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation...

    Last updated on June 25th, 2025 11:45 am
  • List of Indo-Pakistan Wars and Conflicts, History and Causes

    Context: The Pahalgam Terror Attack, which killed 26 tourists on April 22, 2025, has caused a serious deterioration in Indo-Pakistan ties. The Indus Waters Treaty has been suspended, the Attari-Wagah border has been closed, and diplomatic ties have been downgraded...

    Last updated on May 6th, 2025 11:00 am
  • India-Canada Relations, Evolution, Recent Challenges

    India and Canada share a long-standing relationship built on democratic values, Commonwealth traditions, and a robust people-to-people connection. However, diplomatic ties between the two nations faced unprecedented strain during Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s tenure, particularly after his allegations against the...

    Last updated on April 30th, 2025 07:02 pm
  • Iran President Ebrahim Raisi declared dead in Helicopter Crash

    Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and his foreign minister died when their helicopter crashed as it was crossing mountain terrain in heavy fog. This event has significant implications for Iran’s political landscape and its role in regional stability. Despite this, significant...

    Last updated on May 24th, 2024 10:50 am
  • International Day For Disarmament And Non-Proliferation Awareness 2024

    On March 5th, 2024, as the world observes the International Day for Disarmament and Non-Proliferation Awareness, it is imperative to reflect on the critical importance of global cooperation in promoting peace and security. In this article, we delve into the...

    Last updated on March 5th, 2024 05:33 pm
  • Pakistan Elections 2024, Pakistan Election Results 2024 Highlights

    Pakistan Elections 2024 Pakistan, since its inception in 1947, has navigated a tumultuous path towards establishing stable democratic governance. With a history marked by military coups, political turmoil, and shifting power dynamics, the journey of democracy in Pakistan has been...

    Last updated on February 19th, 2024 11:24 am
  • Geneva Conventions, Protects Rights of Non-Combatants During Armed Conflicts

    Geneva Conventions The Geneva Conventions stand as pillars of international humanitarian law, establishing ethical standards for conduct during warfare. Originating in 1864, these conventions underwent significant revisions in 1949 and have since been complemented by additional protocols and treaties, shaping...

    Last updated on February 13th, 2024 06:23 pm
  • India-China Trade Relations, Border Disputes, Related Concerns

    Context: India China bilateral trade reached a record US$136.2 billion in the year 2023. India-China Trade Relations Bilateral Trade: Bilateral trade between India and China reached US$136.2 billion in 2023 Both countries have expanded economic ties, with India becoming one...

    Last updated on February 8th, 2024 05:50 pm
  • Operation Cactus in Maldives, Background, Execution and Aftermath

    Operation Cactus in Maldives was an Indian military operation in 1988 to rescue President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and restore his democratically elected government in the Maldives. The operation was launched in response to a coup attempt by a group of...

    Last updated on January 12th, 2024 01:15 pm
  • Tashkent Declaration, Background, Salient Features and Outcome

    The Tashkent Declaration refers to a peace agreement signed between India and Pakistan on January 10, 1966, in Tashkent, the capital of the former Soviet Uzbekistan (now Uzbekistan). The declaration was the outcome of a summit held between Indian Prime...

    Last updated on January 11th, 2024 03:36 pm