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Sanctions

Sanctions are measures imposed by countries to influence behaviour. They can target individuals, organisations, or entire nations. Sanctions often aim to deter actions deemed unacceptable, such as human rights violations or aggression. They may include trade restrictions, asset freezes, or travel bans. The effectiveness of sanctions varies. They can strain economies and impact ordinary citizens. However, they may also lead to diplomatic negotiations.

Google’s Russian Fine Saga

Recently, a Russian court imposed an unprecedented fine on Google, amounting to approximately 2.5 decillion rubles, due to the company's refusal to restore the accounts of pro-Kremlin media...

 November 1, 2024

US Sanctions on Indian Firms

The geopolitical landscape in 2024 has seen the United States intensifying its sanctions against entities perceived to be supporting Russia amid ongoing tensions from its invasion of Ukraine....

 November 1, 2024

WTO Dispute Settlement System

The G20 leaders have reaffirmed their dedication to revitalize and enhance the World Trade Organization's (WTO) dispute settlement system by achieving a "fully and well-functioning" mechanism by 2024....

 September 11, 2023

Russia’s Luna 25 Mission

On August 11, the Russian space agency, Roscosmos, launched its Luna 25 spacecraft using a Soyuz 2 rocket from the Vostochny Cosmodrome. The primary objective of Luna 25...

 August 21, 2023

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)

In a recent turn of events that has captured international attention, soldiers in the West African nation of Niger orchestrated a coup, resulting in the ousting of President...

 August 9, 2023

Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023

The Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (Amendment) Bill, 2023, has recently made waves in the Indian political arena. This bill has replaced an ordinance that pertains...

 August 8, 2023

RBI Working on Roadmap for Internationalization of the Rupee

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is currently focused on developing a roadmap for the internationalization of the rupee, India's local currency. This initiative has gained significance in...

 July 10, 2023

S-400 Triumf

The S-400 Triumf missile defense system, developed by Russia in the 1990s, is expected to complete deliveries of five regiments by the end of 2023 or early 2024....

 March 4, 2023

The Role of UN Security Council Sanctions in Maintaining International Peace and Security

The United Nations Security Council has a crucial role in maintaining and restoring international peace and security, through the use of sanctions measures under Chapter VII of the...

 January 19, 2023

Countering America’s Adversaries through Sanctions Act (CAATSA)

CAATSA is a US federal law that imposes sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea. This law prevents U.S. trading partners from entering into bilateral agreements with these...

 November 10, 2021

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