Category: World

China Blames Philippines For Ship Collision In South China Sea

Arijit Bose

TAIPEI: A Chinese vessel and a Philippine supply ship collided near the disputed Spratly Islands in the South China Sea, China’s coast guard said, in the latest flare-up of escalating territorial disputes that have sparked alarm. The coast guard said a Philippine supply ship entered waters near the Second Thomas Shoal, a submerged reef in the Spratly Islands, part of a territory claimed by several nations. The Philippines says the shoal falls within its internationally recognised exclusive economic zone and often cites a 2016 international arbitration ruling invalidating China’s expansive…

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At the heart of U.S elections will be smooth poll process

Arijit Bose

Washington: The United States is preparing for the 2024 elections with a multifaceted approach aimed at addressing various challenges and ensuring a secure, efficient, and trustworthy electoral process. Faster Vote Counting and Processing: To avoid delays seen in previous elections, several battleground states have passed laws to speed up vote counting. This includes allowing the pre-processing of mail ballots before Election Day, which helps in quicker tabulation once polls close. States like Michigan and Wisconsin have made significant changes, although some states, such as Pennsylvania, still face legislative hurdles that…

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Globally why is recession such a major talking point

Arijit Bose
recession

Washington / New Delhi: The global economy has been teetering on the brink of a recession, marked by widespread financial instability and uncertainty. Several factors contribute to this precarious situation: Supply Chain Disruptions: The COVID-19 pandemic caused severe disruptions to global supply chains, leading to shortages of goods and raw materials. The ongoing recovery has been slow, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions such as the war in Ukraine. Energy Crisis: The conflict in Ukraine has led to a significant energy crisis, particularly in Europe. Sanctions on Russian oil and gas have…

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No breaking of ice visible between Russia, Ukraine

Arijit Bose
Russia-Ukraine war

Moscow: The Russia-Ukraine war, as of June 2024, continues to be intense and multifaceted, with significant developments on various fronts. Military Developments: Ukrainian forces have recently made advances in areas such as Vovchansk, while Russian forces have gained ground near Lyptsi, Avdiivka, and Velyka Novosilka in Western Zaporizhia Oblast. Russian military operations remain focused on pushing Ukrainian forces back from the international border with Belgorod Oblast and capturing the entirety of the Donetsk and Luhansk regions​ (Institute for the Study of War)​. Russian Strategy and Tactics: The Russian military is…

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Changing dynamics of India’s global maritime relations

Arijit Bose
maritime relations

New Delhi: India’s efforts to improve its global maritime relations are multi-faceted and strategic, reflecting its desire to enhance security, economic ties, and regional stability. Here are key aspects of these efforts: Strategic Partnerships and Alliances Quad Initiative: India is a key member of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad), which includes the United States, Japan, and Australia. This group focuses on maintaining a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific region. Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA): India plays a significant role in IORA, which aims to enhance maritime cooperation and sustainable development…

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G7 Summit deliberates upon critical global issues

Arijit Bose

Apulia: The 2024 G7 summit, held in Borgo Egnazia, Italy, from June 13-15, addressed a range of critical global issues with several key takeaways: Climate Commitments: The G7 reaffirmed its commitment to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, urging all member countries to submit concrete roadmaps. They emphasized accelerating the phase-out of inefficient fossil fuel subsidies by 2025 and ending government support for new coal-fired power generation by 2021​ (G7 Italy)​​ (Passle)​. Economic and Energy Security: The leaders discussed strategies to enhance global economic resilience, focusing on reducing…

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US plans all out war against Houthi rebels

Arijit Bose

Washington: The US has launched a major attack on the Houthi rebels who are constantly targeting commercial ships in the Red Sea. In the last 24 hours, the US has targeted the radars and drones of the Houthi rebels. Let us tell you that two days ago, the Houthi rebels targeted a Greek ship. Only after this the US has taken action. The US military has taken a big action against the Houthi rebels of Yemen. In the last 24 hours in Yemen, the US military has destroyed seven radars,…

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Can China, Taiwan break the ice ?

Arijit Bose

Beijing: The enmity between Taiwan and China is quite old. While Taiwan calls itself an independent country, China says that it is part of it. China has always denied the existence of Taiwan. China, which claims its right over Taiwan, has been furious for some time. The reason behind this is the closeness between America and Taiwan. China is troubled by the closeness between America and Taiwan. Looking at the attitude of Taiwan and China, experts say that a situation of war can arise between the two countries. Meanwhile, retired…

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Ukraine supported by global powers puts up a United Front

Arijit Bose
Ukraine war

Bergenstock: A two-day peace conference was held in Bergenstock, Switzerland, to consider the situations arising out of the 28-month-long Ukraine war. Russia has not been invited to this conference, while China has not participated in it, questioning the legitimacy of the event. India and South Africa have sent official level representatives, while Brazil has sent observers. Turkey and Saudi Arabia have sent their foreign ministers to the conference. Heads of state, heads of government, representatives and organizations from more than 90 countries are participating in the conference. At the conference,…

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Modi, Sunak connect the dots on bilateral relations

Arijit Bose
Modi

APULIA: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with PM Rishi Sunak of the United Kingdom on the sidelines of the G7 Summit here . The two world leaders were seen sharing a hug as they met. PM Modi also held a bilateral meeting with President Emmanuel Macron of France. Apart from exchanging views on key global and regional issues, PM Modi and President Macron held discussions on a series of issues including strengthening partnership between the two nations. PM Modi is in Italy’s Apulia to participate in the…

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