Syllabus: International Relations Source: ToI Context: Mauritius PM Navinchandra Ramgoolam visited Varanasi, where India announced a USD 680 million Special Economic Package covering health, infrastructure, maritime security, and education. About India–Mauritius Special Economic Package: Key Components of the Partnership Development & Economic Cooperation: USD 680 Million Package: Includes grants and line of credit for health, …
Syllabus: International Relations Source: HT Context: During Prime Minister of India official visit to the Maldives, 8 key bilateral agreements were signed, covering digital payments (UPI), debt relief, fisheries, infrastructure, and a ₹4,850 crore Line of Credit, marking a renewed phase in India-Maldives relations. About India-Maldives relations: India and Maldives share deep-rooted ethnic, linguistic, cultural, …
Source: NIE Context: India, along with Japan, the US, and Australia, has launched the first-ever ‘QUAD at Sea Ship Observer Mission’ under the Wilmington Declaration to boost maritime coordination in the Indo-Pacific. About Sea Ship Observer Mission: What is it? A multilateral maritime cooperation initiative enabling observer-level cross-embarkation of officers from QUAD nations on each …
Source: DD News Context: During his recent visit to India, New Zealand Prime Minister Luxon expressed interest in joining the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI). About the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI): What is IPOI? The IPOI is a non-treaty-based voluntary framework designed to promote cooperation for a free, open, and rules-based Indo-Pacific region. It emphasizes collaboration …
Source: ANI Context: INS Imphal has arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, to participate in the 57th Mauritius National Day celebrations on March 12, 2025. The visit underscores India’s commitment to maritime security and regional cooperation, aligning with the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and SAGAR vision. About INS Imphal What is INS Imphal? INS Imphal is a Visakhapatnam-class …
Source: IT Context: The multilateral naval exercise La Perouse 2025 is underway in strategic straits connecting the Indian and Pacific Oceans, hosted by France. About Exercise La Perouse: What it is: La Perouse is a multilateral naval exercise conducted to strengthen maritime security, enhance interoperability, and develop situational awareness among participating navies. Host nation: France …
