9 June 2025: PIB Summary For UPSC
1. Norway Minister Voices Solidarity with India Amid Regional Tensions
(Source – PIB (Press Information Bureau), June 9, 2025)
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Topic: GS Paper 2 (International Relations & Diplomacy), GS Paper 3 (Environment & Disaster Management – Blue Economy) |
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Norway’s Expressed Support
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Norway’s Development Minister Aukrust sympathised with India over recent unrest in J&K, citing strong public sentiment backing India and a desire to host PM Modi in Norway .
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This reflects goodwill and strengthening diplomatic ties.
IN India–Norway Blue Economy Engagement
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Dr Jitendra Singh and Governor Aukrust met aboard the historic vessel Statsraad Lehmkuhl in Monaco ahead of the MSP (Marine Spatial Planning) side event .
- Focus: deepening scientific cooperation on marine spatial planning, coastal resilience, Arctic research, polar sciences, data-sharing and technology for achieving SDG 14 (Life Below Water).
Strategic & Science Diplomacy
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Showcases India’s use of maritime and science diplomacy to address global challenges and fulfil SDGs.
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Signals mutual trust and alignment in global environmental governance contexts like UN Ocean Conference.
Way Forward
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Norway‑India ties expected to expand in sustainable ocean governance.
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Maritime diplomacy may extend to multilateral forums and assist island nations.
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Continued cooperation supports India’s global environmental leadership and J&K solidarity.
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Practice Question: Evaluate the importance of maritime and science diplomacy for India’s foreign policy. Discuss in the light of recent India–Norway cooperation on marine spatial planning and environmental solidarity. |
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