Current Affairs - International

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.

V Muraleedharan is representing India at the G-77 Third South Summit in Kampala, Uganda, where leaders from 134 Member States are convening to enhance cooperation. The summit's theme, "Leaving No One Behind," aligns with India's vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - the World is one Family.

The approved memoranda with the Netherlands, Dominican Republic, and Ecuador focus on cooperation in the field of medical products regulation, as outlined in the Memorandum of Intent (MoI) or Letter of Intent (LOI) signed with the Netherlands and the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Dominican Republic and Ecuador.

India's election as the First Vice Chair of the FAO COFI Sub-Committee on Fisheries Management after 57 years is a significant achievement, underlining its active engagement in international fisheries management. With over 28 million inland and marine fishers, India holds a prominent position in the global fishing community.

North Korea conducted the test of its underwater nuclear weapons system, named "Haeil-5-23," as a strategic response to joint military drills by South Korea, the United States, and Japan. This move is perceived as a protest against the regional military exercises.