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What is Hong Kong’s Article 23?
Hong Kong’s government has declared a public consultation period for a proposed national security law known as Article 23. Chief Executive John Lee cited the constitutional duty to enhance legal mechanisms and said that there is the presence of “foreign ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Kenya Confirms Discovery of Coltan Deposits
Kenya has officially announced the discovery of coltan deposits within its borders for the first time. Coltan, short for columbite-tantalite, is a valuable mineral composed of niobium and tantalum that is integral to producing electronics like smartphones and electric car ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Inaugural Joint Military Exercise SADA TANSEEQ
The inaugural India-Saudi Arabia joint military exercise ‘SADA TANSEEQ’ commenced on January 29th in Rajasthan. The aim is to develop interoperability, camaraderie and friendship between the troops. The exercise will continue until February 10. The Saudi contingent comprises 45 personnel ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: Defence Current Affairs • International / World Current Affairs
Sahel States Quit ECOWAS Bloc
The military regimes ruling Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have announced their immediate withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The surprise exit is being called a “sovereign decision” taken without delay. About ECOWAS The Economic Community ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
ICJ Ruling on Israel Regarding Gaza
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) recently issued a landmark ruling on Israel’s actions in Gaza, following a case filed by South Africa alleging genocide against Palestinians. The court confirmed its jurisdiction and ordered Israel to take measures to prevent ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
India-France Defence Industrial Roadmap and Comprehensive Dialogue on Global Issues
India and France have formulated a defence industrial roadmap to boost collaboration in defence production and design of military platforms. This comes amid progress on other strategic agreements during French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit. Joint Development and Production Plans The ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
Alabama Uses Controversial Nitrogen Hypoxia
On January 26th, 2024, Alabama used nitrogen hypoxia to execute a death row inmate for the first time, marking the debut of a controversial and risky method in the United States. What is Nitrogen Hypoxia? Nitrogen hypoxia involves forcing the ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs
European Ports Alliance Launched
The EU launched a “European Ports Alliance” on to harmonize methods to combat drug smuggling and infiltration by criminal groups at ports. The initiative was inaugurated at Belgium’s Antwerp port, the main gateway for cocaine into Europe. It brought together ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2024
Category: International / World Current Affairs