CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -MoU between India and the Netherlands for Research and Development; shipbuilding; innovation and sustainability; safety and security; port planning and development; simulation of cargo flows between the two countries; government policies; Ports; Maritime transport and logistics.

Detailed explanation-2: -India and Panama have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in the training of diplomats.

Detailed explanation-3: -India and Finland have signed a joint declaration of Intent on migration and mobility to arrive at a mutually beneficial arrangement on migration and mobility between the two countries. The declaration was signed by Union Minister of State for External Affairs V. Muraleedharan and Minster of Employment of Finland Ms.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Ports Wing is primarily responsible for the development of 12 Major Ports with the objective to provide necessary and adequate cargo handling capacity to meet India’s EXIM trade. The Ports in the country handle around 90% of EXIM Cargo by volume and 70% by value.