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UN Welcomes Ceasefire Between Syrian Government and SDF
The UN Commission of Inquiry on Syria has welcomed a ceasefire agreement between the Syrian Government and the mainly-Kurdish Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in the country's northeast. It urges all parties to protect civilians and prevent further violations.
Myanmar Crisis Deepens Five Years After Military Coup
Five years after Myanmar’s military seized power and jailed elected leaders, the UN reports escalating violence, mass displacement, and a military-controlled election entrenching repression instead of restoring civilian rule.
New START Treaty Expires February 5, Ending US-Russia Arms Control Era
The 2010 New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (New START), the last bilateral nuclear arms control agreement between the US and Russia, expires on February 5. Russian President Putin offered informal continuation, but it signals an end to traditional arms control amid nuclear buildups.
Trump Administration Eyes New Arms Control Approaches Post-New START
Amid the New START expiry, experts urge the Trump administration to pursue trilateral talks with Russia and China, nuclear risk reduction measures, and accountability for Russian and Chinese nuclear expansions and tests.
Modi's 2026 Budget Criticized for Missing Decade-Long Tech Opportunities
India’s Union Budget for 2026-27, presented February 1, pushes AI, semiconductors, and green energy but is faulted for overlooking these for over a decade despite 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' rhetoric. It remains import-dependent amid global supply chain shifts.
India Allocates Funds for Semiconductors and AI in Latest Budget
The budget includes $436 million for India Semiconductor Mission 2.0 and AI initiatives like Bharat-VISTAAR for agriculture, aiming to boost self-reliance in critical tech sectors.
India Lags China in Rare Earths and Green Energy Supply Chains
While China dominates rare-earth magnets essential for EVs, India's budget addresses foundational issues late, risking further lag in geopolitical tech competitions.
Rubio Signals Shift in US Diplomacy from Reactive Past Policies
Marco Rubio's role highlights a potential future for American diplomacy, moving away from a decade of confused and cautious foreign policy that left allies uncertain.
US Faces Increasing Nuclear Reliance by Adversaries like Russia and China
The end of New START underscores adversaries' nuclear buildups to intimidate US allies, prompting calls for new risk reduction and arms control under Trump.
India's Policy Inconsistencies Deter Foreign Investment in Key Sectors
Frequent regulatory changes and weak enforcement in India's budgets have eroded investor confidence, complicating efforts to compete globally in AI and semiconductors.