Since the launch of Bitcoin in 2009, cryptocurrency, a digital or virtual form of money that runs independently of a central bank, has seen a substantial increase in popularity. The inherent security features and decentralised nature of cry...
In a surprising turn of events, China’s exports rose unexpectedly in March this year, bouncing back from a decline in the United States and European demand following interest rate hikes aimed at curbing inflation. According to the customs d...
Whichever domain man has stepped into, whether land, water, air, or even space, they have necessarily brought with them one thing: conflict. This has even led to the militarization of these domains (even though to a lesser extent in one or ...
North Korea's recent claim of testing a new underwater drone capable of carrying a nuclear warhead has raised concerns in the international community. The state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported that the Haeil-2 Unmanned Underw...
Unmanned sea vehicles (USVs) have become increasingly important for defence purposes in recent years. These autonomous or remotely controlled vehicles are transforming the way military operations are conducted at sea, providing a range of b...
A $2 billion worth deal between Vietnam and Russia in December 2009 led to six kilo-class submarines being inducted in the Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN). Additionally, the deal includes training programs from the Vietnamese naval crew in Russ...
According to the Global Infrastructure Hub, there will be a deficit of $15 trillion in funding for infrastructure by 2040. While the public sector is still the main source of funding for developing infrastructure, private investment is need...
On 15 April 2023, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with the Vietnamese PM Phan Minh Chinh and other high-ranking government officials in Vietnam thanking him for the decade-long success of the US-Vietnam Comprehensive Partnership. H...
This article will delve into the history of international space treaties wherein we will go back to the 20th century and discover what the first space treaties were and how outer space is slowly being weaponised in the 21st century, dealing...
The 4th Mekong River Commission (MRC) Summit and International Conference was held from April 2 to 5 in Vientiane, Laos. It was hailed to be an upgradation towards the goal of water security and cooperation in Mekong.This conference was the...
India's Ministry of Defence formulates policies on matters related to security and defence, and these are enforced by the different services, such as the Air Force, Navy, and Army. It also manages various production facilities for the armed...
The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) is an intergovernmental organization that was established in 1921 to promote cooperation among nations in the field of hydrography and nautical charting. The IHO's main objective is to ensur...
