Brief Summary
This video covers three international news stories: the EU's new visa rules for frequent Indian travellers, a report on Indian citizens becoming Americans, the passing of Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill, and a diplomatic moment between Iran and Pakistan regarding Kashmir.
- The EU is making it easier for frequent Indian travellers to get longer-term, multiple-entry visas.
- A significant number of Indians naturalised as US citizens in 2022.
- Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill has finally passed through Parliament after a lengthy debate.
- The Iranian President avoided endorsing Pakistan's stance on Kashmir during a public exchange.
EU Visa Rules for Indian Travellers
The European Union has implemented new visa regulations that benefit frequent travellers from India. These updated rules will enable eligible Indian citizens to apply for multiple-entry Schengen visas with extended validity. This change simplifies and eases travel to the 29 European countries that are part of the Schengen area, making it more convenient for Indians who travel to Europe regularly.
Indian Citizens Becoming American Citizens
In 2022, approximately 66,000 Indians officially became American citizens. This information comes from a recent report to the Congress. The report highlights the increasing trend of Indian nationals choosing to naturalise as citizens of the United States.
Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill Clears Parliament
Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill has successfully passed through Parliament after an extensive eight-hour debate. Members of Parliament (MPs) and peers deliberated late into the night to approve the government's key legislation. The passing of this bill marks a significant moment for Sunak's government.
Iran and Pakistan on Kashmir
During a public exchange, Iran's President Ibrahim Raisi did not align himself with Pakistan's Prime Minister, Shehbaz Sharif, on the issue of Kashmir. While Sharif thanked Raisi for supporting Pakistan's position on Kashmir, the Iranian President refrained from echoing that support. This diplomatic nuance highlights the differing perspectives on the Kashmir issue.
