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India’s Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)     UPSC GS-2 INDO PACIFIC – IR/PSIR

India’s Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI)     UPSC GS-2 INDO PACIFIC – IR/PSIR IPOI is India’s open, voluntary and non-treaty-based maritime initiative for building a free, open, inclusive and rules-based Indo-Pacific through practical cooperation. Why in News? India’s Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative has gained renewed attention as more partner countries are associating with its pillars. Spain joined IPOI in 2026, while earlier countries such as Australia, France, Japan, Indonesia, Germany, Italy, Singapore, Bangladesh, the U.K. and the U.S. were linked with different pillars of cooperation. Core idea IPOI was launched by India at the East Asia Summit in Bangkok in 2019. It builds…

20 November, 2025 Other international organizations

World Economic Forum 2026

World Economic Forum 2026 The World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 was held at Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, in January 2026. The annual gathering was organised under the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue”. Key Details Aspect Details Venue Davos-Klosters, Switzerland. Date Held in January 2026. Theme “A Spirit of Dialogue”. President Børge Brende. Major Reports Published by WEF Report / Index Purpose Global Gender Gap Report Measures gender parity and gender gap indicators across countries. Global Risks Report Assesses major global risks affecting economies and societies. Energy Transition Index Evaluates countries’ progress toward secure and sustainable energy transition. PT Facts Headquarters: World Economic…

14 May, 2026 International Financial and monitory institutions

World Bank Land Conference 2025

World Bank Land Conference 2025 The World Bank Land Conference 2025 was held in Washington D.C. from 5th to 8th May 2025. During the conference, global attention was drawn towards India’s flagship initiatives such as the SVAMITVA Scheme and the Gram Manchitra platform. Key Details Aspect Details Conference World Bank Land Conference 2025. Venue Washington D.C.. Dates Held from 5th to 8th May 2025. India Focus India’s SVAMITVA Scheme and Gram Manchitra platform were highlighted as models of inclusive, technology-driven rural governance. India’s Rural Governance Initiatives Initiative Significance SVAMITVA Scheme Highlighted as a flagship initiative using technology for inclusive rural…

16 May, 2026 Other international organizations

78th World Health Assembly

78th World Health Assembly The 78th World Health Assembly (WHA78) was held in Geneva under the theme “One World for Health”. The assembly witnessed important developments related to traditional medicine and the recognition of skin diseases as a global public health priority. Key Details Aspect Details Venue Geneva. Theme “One World for Health”. President Teodoro J. Herbosa of the Philippines served as the president of WHA78. Historic Resolution WHA78 officially adopted a resolution recognising skin diseases as a global public health priority. Key Development Area Details Traditional Medicine Module A Donor Agreement was signed between the Ministry of Ayush and…

15 May, 2026 Other international organizations

Raisina Dialogue

Raisina Dialogue The 10th edition of the Raisina Dialogue took place in New Delhi from March 17 to March 19, 2025. The dialogue focused on sustainability, inclusive development, and strategic policymaking under the theme “K?lachakra – People, Peace and Planet”. Key Details Aspect Details Edition 10th edition of the Raisina Dialogue. Venue New Delhi, India. Dates Held from March 17 to March 19, 2025. Chief Guest Christopher Luxon, Prime Minister of New Zealand. Theme “K?lachakra – People, Peace and Planet”. About the Dialogue Feature Details Nature An annual multilateral conference held in New Delhi, India. Started The Raisina Dialogue has…

05 May, 2026 Other international organizations

47th ASEAN Summit

47th ASEAN Summit The 47th ASEAN Summit was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from October 26–28, 2025. The summit marked the official admission of Timor-Leste as ASEAN’s 11th member. Key Highlights Aspect Details Venue Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Dates Held from October 26–28, 2025. 11th Member Timor-Leste was officially admitted as ASEAN’s 11th member. Kuala Lumpur Accord A joint ceasefire agreement between Thailand and Cambodia was signed. ASEAN: Background Feature Details Full Form Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Regional Grouping ASEAN is a regional grouping of all 11 states in Southeast Asia. Headquarters ASEAN headquarters is located in Jakarta, Indonesia. Members…

05 May, 2026 Organizations of Asia

BIMSTEC Youth Summit 2025

BIMSTEC Youth Summit 2025 The first-ever BIMSTEC Youth Summit 2025 was held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, from 7–11 February 2025. The summit was organised under the framework of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). Key Highlights of the Summit Aspect Details Event First-ever BIMSTEC Youth Summit 2025. Venue Gandhinagar, Gujarat. Dates Held from 7–11 February 2025. Organisation Conducted under the framework of BIMSTEC. BIMSTEC: Background Feature Details Full Form Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. Establishment Established in June 1997 through the signing of the Bangkok Declaration. Secretariat Operational since September…

27 April, 2026 Other international organizations

25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025

25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025 The 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit 2025 was held in Tianjin, China, from 31 August to 1 September. The summit focused on multipolarity, governance reforms, economic cooperation, institutional restructuring, and counter-terrorism coordination. Key Outcomes & Developments Aspect Details Venue Tianjin, China. Dates Held from 31 August to 1 September. Tianjin Declaration Promoted multipolarity, global governance reforms, economic cooperation, and counter-terrorism efforts, while condemning attacks such as the Pahalgam attack. New Chairmanship Kyrgyzstan assumed the SCO Chair for 2025–2026. Long-Term Vision Adoption of the SCO Development Strategy to guide the organisation till 2035.…

04 May, 2026 Other international organizations

SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting 2025

SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting 2025 The SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting 2025 was held in Qingdao, China, on 26 June 2025. India was represented by Rajnath Singh, and Belarus was welcomed as a new member. Key Highlights of the Meeting Aspect Details Venue Qingdao, China. Date Held on 26 June 2025. India’s Representative India was represented by Rajnath Singh. New Member Belarus was welcomed as a new member. India’s Stand India refused to sign the joint declaration because the Pahalgam attack was not mentioned. Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Feature Details Full Form SCO stands for Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. Total Members SCO has…

10 May, 2026 Other international organizations

17th BRICS Summit 2025

17th BRICS Summit 2025 The 17th BRICS Summit 2025 was held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 6–7 July 2025. The summit was organised under the theme “Strengthening Global South Cooperation for a More Inclusive & Sustainable Governance”. Key Highlights of the Summit Aspect Details Venue Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Dates Held from 6–7 July 2025. Theme Strengthening Global South Cooperation for a More Inclusive & Sustainable Governance. Main Declaration The summit adopted the Rio de Janeiro Declaration. Next Chair India will chair BRICS in 2026. BRICS Members at the 17th Summit Category Countries Total Members BRICS had 10 members…

20 May, 2026 Other international organizations

51st G7 Summit

51st G7 Summit The 51st G7 Summit was held in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada in June 2025. The summit marked the 50th anniversary of the first G7 meeting and was organised under the theme “Partnerships for the Future”. Key Outcomes of the Summit Aspect Details Venue Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada. Theme “Partnerships for the Future”. Major Development For the first time in years, a formal joint leaders’ communiqué was not adopted because of disagreements over trade and geopolitical strategies. Agreed Outcomes Adoption of the Kananaskis Wildlife Charter and formation of the Critical Mineral Alliance. Next Summit The 2026 G7 Summit is scheduled…

19 May, 2026 Group of seven - G7

NATO Summit 2025

NATO Summit 2025 The NATO Summit 2025 was held in The Hague, the Netherlands. A major outcome of the summit was the agreement by NATO members to raise defence spending targets to 5% of GDP, compared to the earlier 2% goal. Key Outcomes of NATO Summit 2025 Outcome Details Venue Held in The Hague, the Netherlands. Defence Spending Target NATO members agreed to spend 5% of GDP on defence. Common Funding Plan Approved the 2026–30 Common Funding Resource Plan. Next Summit The NATO 2026 Summit will be held in Ankara, Türkiye. 5% Defence Spending Target Component Spending Share Direct Military…

17 May, 2026

Israel Withdraws from UN Human Rights Council

Israel Withdraws from UN Human Rights Council On 6th February 2025, Israel announced its withdrawal from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), citing institutional bias against Israel. Israel accused the UNHRC of persistent bias since its inception in 2006, following repeated allegations of human rights violations in Gaza. Aspect Details Withdrawal Date Israel announced its withdrawal from the UNHRC on 6th February 2025. Reason Cited Israel cited institutional bias against Israel as the reason for withdrawal. Allegation Against UNHRC Israel accused the council of persistent bias since its establishment in 2006, especially amid repeated Gaza-related allegations. Link with US…

22 April, 2026 United Nations - UN

US Withdraws From 66 International Organisations

US Withdraws From 66 International Organisations In January 2026, the United States President signed an executive order withdrawing the US from 66 international organisations, agencies and commissions. The decision triggered strong global reactions and raised concerns about the future of multilateral cooperation. Aspect Details Executive Order The order withdrew the US from 66 international organisations, agencies and commissions. Reason Cited The order stated that the listed organisations “undermine America’s independence” and waste taxpayer money on agendas considered ineffective or hostile. UN Entities Of the 66 organisations, 31 are United Nations entities. High-Profile Exits Key exits include UN Women, United Nations…

21 April, 2026 Other international organizations

Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger Announce Exit from ICC

CPEC Extension to Afghanistan: Strategic Concerns for India On 21st May 2025, China and Pakistan formally agreed to expand the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) into Afghanistan. The move marks a major strategic development in the region and has sparked strong opposition from India due to sovereignty, security and connectivity concerns. Concern Details Regional Convergence The expansion marks the first major regional convergence between Taliban-led Afghanistan and Pakistan under China’s wider connectivity framework. Strategic Encirclement The deepening China-Pakistan-Afghanistan alignment is viewed as a possible attempt to encircle India diplomatically and strategically. Security Concerns India has raised concerns that expansion with Taliban…

21 April, 2026 Other international organizations

Nicaragua Withdraws from UNESCO

Nicaragua Withdraws from UNESCO On 4th May 2025, Nicaragua formally withdrew from UNESCO. The withdrawal came after UNESCO announced that the 2025 Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize would be awarded to La Prensa, a prominent Nicaraguan newspaper critical of President Ortega. Aspect Details Withdrawal Date Nicaragua formally withdrew from UNESCO on 4th May 2025. Immediate Trigger The decision followed UNESCO’s announcement to award the 2025 Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize to La Prensa. La Prensa La Prensa is a prominent Nicaraguan newspaper known for criticism of President Ortega. Guillermo Cano Prize Established in 1997, the prize honours individuals…

21 April, 2026 United Nations - UN

‘Board of Peace’

‘Board of Peace’ On 22nd January 2026, the U.S. President formally launched the ‘Board of Peace’. The initiative began as a Gaza-focused reconstruction and ceasefire body, but its mandate has expanded toward global conflict resolution and stability promotion. Aspect Details Nature of Body The Board of Peace is a US-initiated multilateral body originally mandated to oversee Gaza’s post-war reconstruction and ceasefire management. Expanded Mandate Its mandate has expanded to include global conflict resolution and stability promotion. Executive Board A founding Executive Board has been created to operationalise the vision of the body. West Asia & Muslim-Majority States Countries represented include…

21 April, 2026 Other international organizations

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