Author: Shaurya Negi

I have completed my post graduation in International Relations from Amity University, Noida. In my position as a student of international relations, the global affairs are of particular interest to me.

China supports Russia, but calls Ukraine crisis "alarm for humanity"

The Ukrainian conflict has “sounded an alarm for humanity,” Chinese President Xi Jinping stated on Wednesday. China maintains a neutral stance while supporting its ally Russia. In deference to Moscow, China has refused to criticize Russia’s war in Ukraine or even refer to it as an invasion. Also, it is condemning US-led sanctions against Russia and accusing the West of provoking Moscow. Mr. Jinping mentioned that the Ukraine crisis has once again served as a wake-up call for humanity. Countries will undoubtedly face security challenges. If the countries place blind faith in their positions of strength, improve military alliances, and…

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U.S. congresswoman introduces a resolution against India in the House

Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has sponsored a resolution asking the U.S. Secretary of State to identify India as a country of particular concern for alleged violations of religious freedom. Thus, continuing her tirade against India. The resolution, co-sponsored by Congresswomen Rashida Talib and Juan Vargas, therefore, calls on the Biden administration to follow the recommendations of the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom. Furthermore, it has called for India to be designated as a country of particular concern for three years in a row. The resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives on Tuesday. Hence, been referred to…

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Saudi Crown Prince trip to Turkey, following Jamal Khashoggi's death

The journalist Jamal Khashoggi was killed in Turkey’s consulate in Istanbul in 2018. The Saudi crown prince will visit Turkey for the first time since that time. To mend strained ties, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will meet privately with Mohammed bin Salman. Erdogan once implied that the prince had given the order for Saudi agents to kill Khashoggi. He said he was not involved. Turkey is seeking trade, investment, and support as its economic crisis gets worse. This is why they are visiting. After years of animosity, it has also worked to strengthen ties with Israel, Egypt, and the United…

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Vahak, a logistics marketplace, raises $14 million

Vahak, is a road transportation logistics firm based in Bengaluru. It has raised $14 million in funding from Nexus Venture Partners, Fundamental, iSeed Ventures, Leo Capital, RTP Global, and Titan NSE 5.93 percent Capital. Vahak has amassed $20.3 million in funding since March 2020. The money will be used to recruit new customers, develop technology, and develop value-added services like gasoline cards, insurance, and GPS. As well as acquire spare components. According to Vahak, the company wants to build an ecosystem for truck providers. It also want to become their preferred digital solution. Vahak: Indian Logistics Firm Vahak is an…

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Is Africa's Covid-19 recovery being hampered by sovereign debt?

Africa is indeed the least indebted continent in terms of GDP and per capita. Still it suffers the most from state debt pressure. It also emits the least greenhouse gases and still the most affected country by climate change. As a result, the unfortunate contradiction of Africa being the least infected by COVID-19. Yet Africa is suffering the most from its effects is unsurprising. The pandemic hastened Africa’s unequal treatment as a result of global economic governance rules and institutions. It revealed the practical implications of inequality. For example, differences in state capacity to limit the socio-economic impact of lockdowns,…

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How social media is transforming the world into a 'global village'

The world is evolving at a rate that no one could have predicted. Social media and mobile technology have had a significant impact on how people connect and share information in society. From a worldwide viewpoint, social media has altered how people interact with one another as well as how businesses are performed today. Social networking is available for anything from simple daily communication to job search. “Social media” refers to a sort of online media that is built on individuals conversing and interacting with one another. People used to connect in person before the emergence of social media, either…

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From warrantless cellphone searches to Israeli cops shady use of spyware

The laws controlling privacy and associated legislation in Israel have taken a drastic change. These events began with an Israeli Supreme Court judgement. It was in favour of weaker laws governing cell phone search warrants. Also, it finished with an exposé showing that Israeli police had been allegedly utilizing NSO Group spyware. They were even using it without warrants or clear legislative authorization. Israeli Criminal Procedure Ordinance In the case of Orich, the Supreme Court of Israel used an extended panel to consider one of the most important legal matters. It is concerned with the police’s eavesdropping power. The appropriate…

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Principles of German foreign and European policy

The European Union (EU) and European integration are the pillars of German foreign policy and determine its direction. As a result, strengthening EU cohesion and strong cooperation with all EU member states are at the center of foreign policy. In light of shifting global power dynamics, Germany can only maintain its ability to act through a strong EU and collaboration with its European partners. As a result, the German government is dedicated to stronger European collaboration. Particularly in areas such as the EU’s shared foreign and security policies. As well as collaborative measures to protect Europe’s external borders, develop internal…

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What is Joe Biden's plan to address the US-Mexico border issue?

US President Joe Biden is dealing with a border issue. In the United States, both total unaccompanied children (UACs) and very young UACs children as young as six or seven years old are on the rise. The current border issues have both immediate and long-term causes. After facing backlash from agitated Democrats, Joe Biden has reversed his decision to maintain a Donald Trump-era annual cap on refugees admitted to the United States. The president announced that the number of refugees allowed into the country each year will increase from 15,000 to 62,500. Therefore, arguing that his predecessor’s historically low number…

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