The Shimla Agreement, signed on July 2, 1972, between India and Pakistan, aimed to foster peace and stability after the 1971 Indo-Pakistani War. Below is a concise summary of its key points and provisions, presented as an agreement overview. Key Provisions of the Shimla Agreement Implementation and Significance Note This summary is based on the … Read more
The Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), signed on September 19, 1960, is a landmark water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, brokered by the World Bank. It governs the use of the Indus River system, a critical water resource for both nations. The treaty has been a cornerstone of water diplomacy in South Asia, surviving decades of … Read more
The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is a regional intergovernmental organization established to foster economic, social, and cultural cooperation among its member states: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. One of its key initiatives to promote people-to-people contact and regional integration is the SAARC Visa Exemption Scheme (SVES). This … Read more