Current Affairs - International

Turkey's parliament voted 287-55 in favour of approving Sweden's NATO membership bid, paving the way for Sweden to join NATO. The development is welcomed by NATO Secretary-General Stoltenberg, anticipating Hungary's prompt ratification.

The 12th General Assembly of the Asian Buddhist Conference for Peace (ABCP) was convened in New Delhi, reflecting India's commitment to the Buddhist legacy and showcasing its proactive role in developing the Buddhist circuit and the India International Centre for Buddhist Culture.

After a 16-year negotiation saga, Switzerland successfully concluded a historic free-trade agreement with India, as announced by Swiss Economy Minister Guy Parmelin. The agreement is expected to create job opportunities in India, marking a significant milestone in bilateral ties.

India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cuba to collaborate on digital public infrastructure, emphasizing the sharing of successful digital initiatives, capacity-building, and best practices for mutual digital transformation benefits.

The 19th NAM Summit was held in Kampala, Uganda, bringing together over 120 developing nations to discuss and emphasize 'Deepening Cooperation for Shared Global Affluence.' India, as a founding member, actively participated, supporting Uganda's theme and reaffirming its commitment to NAM's principles.