Category: International Affairs
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Exposed: Understanding the breaches in India’s cybersecurity during Covid-19
India’s current Cybersecurity Policy The dominant cybersecurity strategy of India dates back to 2013, and since then, the world has made significant technological strides. The 2013 policy aims at creating safe and secure cyberspace for individuals, enterprises, and government agencies. The policy whitepaper states the following objective. Firstly for protecting information and information structures. In…
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In a nutshell: Decoding COP 26.
Climate challenge & COP-26 at Glasgow COP-26 at Glasgow was, without a doubt, one of the most anticipated events of 2021. For some, it was a hyped-up situation as the last chance to save the planet. In contrast, for others, decisions at COP held the reins to decide the fate of humanity. Nevertheless, whatever might…
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What Happened Between Australia And France: Submarine Deal Explained
Indeed, the French were furious at the scrapping of the submarine deal between France and Australia for building 12 conventional diesel-electric submarines worth 66$ billion. Both sides made statements at each other, making accusations. Discontent was at its peak as the French spokesperson held USA and UK liable for jeopardizing their deal. After the announcement…
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Reality or Illusion: Australia and its ambitions for nuclear submarines
While the world watched with anxiety as Australia moved forward with its ambitious nuclear submarine deal, analysts all around the world held their reservations. Why Nuclear-Powered Submarines? Nuclear-powered submarines are essential due to their stealth, speed and unlimited endurance, adding to a nation’s maritime security and influence. Not only are these submarines faster in speed…
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AUKUS: The new syndicate of Indo-Pacific
What is the AUKUS all about? The formation of AUKUS is one of the most meaningful security partnerships of the decade, with President Biden declaring the deal as “historic.” As the name suggests, AUKUS is an acronym of three nation-states, Australia, the United Kingdom (UK), and the United States of America (USA). AUKUS, as a…
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The Cryptocurrency Boom And Its Implications For India
Cryptocurrency is the new buzzword these days. Though the economy has grown inexorably over thousands of years of transition. The mercantilism period, which saw trade through the exchange of gold and silver, and later into a barter system are relics of the past today. Transactions between people reach new unprecedented growth these days, with changes…
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Panama, Pandora & Shell Companies: The game of the rich
The surprising reveal of Pandora papers, when the shockwaves of Panama paper was yet to be absorbed, clearly shows that the nation-states and the global community have failed to contain shell companies and laundering in wealth. “Massive poverty and obscene inequality are such terrible scourges of our times — times in which the world boasts…
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Seabed Mining & the hidden treasures – legal and environmental perspectives
Seabed mining holds the potential to make all the stories and legends about the underwater treasures and riches a reality. However, these are not the pirate and sunken ships treasures discussed here: gold coins, jewellery, and ancient artefacts. However, it is something very unique and revolutionizing. Had the old age pirates known about it, Sir…
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Understanding Soft Power Diplomacy from a common man’s perspective
“What is soft power? It is the ability to get what you want through attraction rather than coercion or payments. It arises from the attractiveness of a country’s culture, political ideals, and policies.” Joseph S. Nye Jr., Soft Power: The Means To Success In World Politics Flexing that military might of yours or engaging in carrot…
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Examples of Soft power diplomacy in the World
As read in the previous article: The world is dotted with examples as countries try to mark their presence on the world map. Here is a compilation of few countries and their soft power influence. Korea & its Soft power From the dance moves of Gangnam style to the crazy fans of Korean pop groups…
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The QUAD Security Dialogue- QSD
“The ability to subdue the enemy without any battles is the ultimate reflection of the most supreme strategy” Tsun Zu International alliances and partnerships based on shared economic and political interests have always been the norm. However, more intense situations have also resulted in military and defence coalitions among nation-states. Nations today are watchful about…
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A tribute to “The King of Monarchs”- Homero Gómez González
“For most of history, man has had to fight nature to survive; in this century, he is beginning to realize that, in order to survive, he must protect it.” Jacques-Yves Cousteau Only a few distinguished people understand the importance of conserving this planet to ensure the human race continues to thrive. Among them was Homero…
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Cultural Genocide of indigenous people in Canada- Part II
An unkind history of forced assimilation of the indigenous people (Part II) While one is reminded of the horrible memories of Hitler’s Nazi Germany’s Holocaust policies toward the Jews during the second world war when one reads about the cultural genocide in Canada. Canada’s assimilation laws’ implementation has seen no Nuremberg Trials or repercussions from…
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Cultural Genocide of indigenous people in Canada- Part I
The shocking revelation about the cultural genocide in Canada would have even taken Voltaire by surprise. Who is often quoted as saying- “History is only the register of crimes and misfortunes.” Voltaire. Voltaire would have never imagined such horrendous secrets still exist deeply stashed in the register of history that can send chills through your…
