International

China to Build First Deepwater ‘Space Station’ in South China Sea

After years of deliberation and technical evaluations, China has officially approved the construction of a deep-sea research facility in the strategically significant South China Sea. The facility, referred to as a "deep-sea space station," will be anchored 2,000 meters (6,560...

MIGA + MAGA = MEGA Partnership: Key Takeaways from PM Modi’s US Visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United States has laid the foundation for a stronger partnership between India and the US, emphasizing trade, defense, and strategic cooperation. The meeting with US President Donald Trump highlighted key areas of collaboration,...

Constantine Tassoulas Elected as Greece’s New President

On February 12, 2025, the Hellenic Parliament elected Constantine Tassoulas, the former parliamentary speaker, as the new president of Greece. Tassoulas, a senior member of the ruling New Democracy party, secured 160 votes in the 300-seat parliament. He will take...

Ilie Bolojan Assumes Role as Romania’s Interim President

Ilie Bolojan, the President of the Senate, has been sworn in as Romania’s interim President following the resignation of Klaus Iohannis. This political shift comes at a time of uncertainty as the country prepares for new presidential elections in May...

Jotham Napat Becomes Vanuatu’s New PM

Jotham Napat was elected as Vanuatu’s new Prime Minister, securing the position unopposed. His nomination was proposed by Charlot Salwai, leader of the Reunification Movement for Change and a former prime minister. Ishmael Kalsakau, another former prime minister and MP...

PM Narendra Modi’s 2025 Visit to France

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France in February 2025 marked a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between India and France. The visit was packed with strategic discussions, high-level diplomatic engagements, and agreements aimed at boosting cooperation in artificial...

Who is Tulsi Gabbard, First Hindu to Lead US Intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard has made history as the first Hindu to lead the US intelligence community after being confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence (DNI). She now oversees 18 intelligence agencies, coordinating national security efforts. A former Democratic Congresswoman, Iraq...

Trump Reinstates Plastic Straws, Citing Paper Alternatives’ Failures

On February 10, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order reversing federal policies that promoted paper straws over plastic ones. Calling paper straws ineffective, he said, "These things don’t work. I’ve had them many times, and on occasion, they...

Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Steel & Aluminum Imports

U.S. President Donald Trump has officially announced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, a move set to take effect from March 4, 2025. The decision eliminates previous country-specific exemptions, impacting key exporters like Canada, Brazil, Mexico, and...

14AFAF 2025: Advancing Sustainable Fisheries in Asia-Pacific

The 14th Asian Fisheries and Aquaculture Forum (14AFAF), themed "Greening the Blue Growth in Asia-Pacific," is set to take place from February 12 to 14, 2025, at the ICAR Convention Centre, Pusa Campus, New Delhi. This event, jointly organized by...