24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) – Key Highlights and Discussions Introduction to BIMSTECThe 24th BIMSTEC Senior Officials Meeting (SOM) was held to discuss and strengthen cooperation between the member countries of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC). This regional organization is aimed at fostering economic cooperation and regional…
SATRC 25th Edition Begins, Inaugurated by Minister Scindia The 25th edition of the South Asia Telecommunications Regulators’ Council (SATRC) conference has officially commenced, with the inaugural ceremony being led by India’s Union Minister for Civil Aviation, Jyotiraditya Scindia. This annual event is significant as it brings together telecommunications regulators and industry stakeholders from across South…
Israel Joins the Asian Development Bank as the 69th Member Country Israel has officially joined the Asian Development Bank (ADB) as its 69th member, marking a significant milestone in the country’s economic and diplomatic relations within Asia. The formal accession took place during a ceremony held at the ADB’s headquarters in Manila, Philippines, with high-ranking…
44th and 45th ASEAN Summits Kick Off in Vientiane, Laos The 44th and 45th ASEAN Summits commenced in Vientiane, Laos, marking a significant moment in Southeast Asian diplomacy. Hosted from October 9 to 11, 2024, this year’s summits focus on enhancing regional cooperation, addressing pressing challenges, and fostering sustainable development. The theme of the summits,…
India to Host 2nd Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation Overview of the Conference India has been selected to host the 2nd Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation. This significant event, scheduled to take place in New Delhi, will bring together leaders and officials from across the Asia-Pacific region to discuss crucial issues surrounding civil…
Indian Coast Guard Participates in 20th HACGAM Introduction to HACGAM The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) recently participated in the 20th edition of the Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting (HACGAM), a significant event held to enhance regional maritime cooperation. HACGAM serves as a pivotal platform for Asian coast guard agencies to discuss and address…
Dr. S. Jaishankar at the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Tokyo Overview of the Meeting In a significant diplomatic event, Dr. S. Jaishankar, India’s External Affairs Minister, attended the Quad Foreign Ministers’ meeting held in Tokyo. The meeting, which included representatives from the United States, Japan, and Australia, was aimed at strengthening cooperation among the…
India Assumes Chair of Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) India’s New Role at ADPC India has recently assumed the chairmanship of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC), marking a significant step in the country’s commitment to disaster management and preparedness across the Asia-Pacific region. The ADPC, established in 1986, is a regional organization that focuses…
Azerbaijan Army Participates in Birlestik 2024 Joint Military Exercises in Kazakhstan The Azerbaijan Army recently joined the Birlestik 2024 joint military exercises held in Kazakhstan, marking a significant collaboration among regional military forces. This event, hosted in Kazakhstan’s strategic military training grounds, aimed to enhance interoperability and tactical coordination among participating nations. The exercises included…
EAM Jaishankar to Represent India at SCO Summit in Astana External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S. Jaishankar is set to represent India at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit scheduled in Astana. This summit holds paramount importance in India’s diplomatic engagements with SCO member countries, highlighting strategic alliances and regional cooperation. The event aims to…
