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In a knife-edge election, Joseph Boakai made a stunning comeback and is set to become Liberia’s new leader. With 50.9 percent of the vote, the 78-year-old leader, a former vice president, saw a close victory over his main rival, incumbent Weah, who

December 18, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Article, democracy, Liberia, Africa, election, UN, Civil war, coup, Nigeria, Sirileaf

Russia’s Fuel Export Ban and its Implication for Africa and Beyond

Samir Bhattacharya

Background On September 21, by a decree signed by Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, Russia banned the export of all types of diesel, including summer, winter and Arctic blends, as well as heavy distillates, including gasoline and diesel.[1] As per

November 20, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Russia, Article, India, China, Russia, Africa, Putin, Energy Security, Ukraine, EU, energy, Export ban

New Malaria Vaccine: Watershed Moment for India’s Vaccine Diplomacy with Africa

Samir Bhattacharya

On 2nd October, when India celebrated both Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti, there was one more reason to celebrate this year. On 2nd October 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) approved a new vaccine, R21/Matrix-M, to prevent malaria in

October 16, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Article, India, Africa, WHO, COVID-19, Serum Institute, Vaccine Diplomacy, India in Africa, Malaria, Global Health

Bharat’s G20 Presidency: An Ode to India-Africa Friendship

Samir Bhattacharya

Under the framework of the Group of Twenty (G20) presidency, India hosted the final summit on September 9 and 10 in the presence of more than 40 world leaders, including the G20 Heads of State or their representatives.[1] And one major outcome of the

September 27, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Article, India, China, Russia, Africa, G20, G20 summit, Ukraine Crisis, India in Africa, India Africa Relations, Global South, G21, Africa Union, IMEEC

Second Russia-Africa Summit: A Mixed Bag for Africa

Samir Bhattacharya

Background In recent years, Russia may have increased its influence in Africa more than any other external power. However, Russia has a long history of interaction with Africa. These two continents were extremely close during the Cold War as the S

September 10, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Article, Russia, modi, UNSC, Africa, Putin, Ukraine, G20, Russia Africa Summit, Neo-colonialism

India's Commitment towards Decarbonising the Planet: National Green Hydrogen Mission

Samir Bhattacharya

India's economy is expanding rapidly, resulting in a tremendous demand for resources and energy. Palpably, India's energy consumption has doubled in the last two decades and is expected to rise by another 25% by 2030. India currently imports 40% of i

August 16, 2023 Governance and Political Studies, Climate Change, Africa, G20, sustainable development, energy transition, green hydrogen, Positive Bharat, National Green Hydrogen Mission

Evaluating the African Peace Mission to Ukraine and Russia: What did it Achieve?

Samir Bhattacharya

Almost a year and a half into the conflict, African leaders joined the crowded group of peacemakers attempting to mediate the conflict between Russia and Ukraine.[1] On June 16 and 17, a high-level African delegation of seven people, including four

July 10, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Article, Russia, Ukraine, Ukraine Crisis, Ukraine Russia War, African Peace Mission

The Future of Indian Consultancy Services in Africa

Samir Bhattacharya

India's service industry is the most significant contributor to the country's economy and accounts for over 50 per cent of the GDP.[1] In the financial year 2022-23, India's service sector witnessed a Year-on-Year (YoY) growth of 8.4 per cent compare

June 26, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Article, India, China, Africa, G20, COVID19, ITEC, Lines of Credit, Consultancy Services, LoCs, PAENP

Mukhyamantri Balika Cycle Yojana

Samir Bhattacharya

Education of women is essential for a just society as well as for accelerating social transformation. Despite significant progress in reducing the gender gap in education, several obstacles still prevent women in developing nations from building up t

June 08, 2023 Governance and Political Studies, India, Women empowerment, Africa, Bihar, Education, Zambia, Positive Bharat, cycle scheme, girls’ education

The Indian Tricolour Shines again through Operation Kaveri

Samir Bhattacharya

Fighting broke out in Khartoum and other areas of Sudan early on 15th April, engulfing the capital in turmoil and raising the possibility of a full-scale civil war. Tensions had been rising between General Muhammad Hamdan Dagalo, also known as Hemedt

May 11, 2023 International Relations and Diplomacy, Africa, Article, Sudan, Evacuation, refugee crisis, Civil war, coup, Dagalo, Burhan, Hemedti, Operation Kaveri, Sudan Conflict