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1. Prime Minister attends FIPIC summit at Papua New Guinea.

Topic: GS2 – International relations

Context:

• • • The Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, attended FIPIC 3 summit in Papua New Guinea recently.

Issue:

About FIPIC:

• • • The Forum for India–Pacific Islands Cooperation (FIPIC) is a multinational grouping developed in 2014 for cooperation between India and 14 Pacific Islands nations which include Cook Islands, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, Nauru, Niue, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Tonga, Tuvalu and Vanuatu.

    • The FIPIC summit is an important platform for India to engage with the Pacific Islands nations and discuss issues of mutual interest, such as trade, investment, climate change, and security.

    • The summit also provides an opportunity for India to showcase its development assistance and expertise in areas such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

    • The third FIPIC summit was held in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, in May 2023. The summit was co-chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India and Prime Minister James Marape of Papua New Guinea.

    • The leaders discussed various issues, including trade and investment, climate change, and security. They also agreed to establish a FIPIC Secretariat in Suva, Fiji.

    • The FIPIC summit is a significant development in India’s engagement with the Pacific Islands region. The summit provides a platform for India to deepen its ties with the Pacific Islands nations and to play a more active role in the region.

    • The third FIPIC summit was a success and has helped strengthen India’s ties with the Pacific Islands region. The summit has also helped to raise India’s profile in the region and to demonstrate India’s commitment to the Indo-Pacific region.

    • Here are some of the key outcomes of the third FIPIC summit:

1. 1. 1. The leaders agreed to establish a FIPIC Secretariat in Suva, Fiji.

      2. The leaders decided to launch a FIPIC-India Development Fund to support projects in the Pacific Islands region.

      3. The leaders agreed to cooperate on climate change and disaster risk reduction.

      4. The leaders agreed to cooperate on security and maritime issues.

2. Open Network for Digital Commerce was created to democratise the existing e-commerce ecosystem of the country.

Topic: GS3 – Indian economy, Science and Technology

Context:

• • • Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, highlighted the potential of the Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to redefine the industry and democratise the existing e-commerce ecosystem in India.

Issue:

About Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC):

The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is an initiative launched by the Government of India to create a digital commerce ecosystem that is open, transparent, and inclusive. ONDC aims to democratise digital commerce by providing a level playing field for all stakeholders, including sellers, buyers, and service providers.

The key objectives of ONDC are as follows:

• • • Interoperability: ONDC promotes interoperability among various digital commerce platforms, allowing seamless integration and data exchange. This enables sellers to connect and sell their products across multiple platforms, expanding their reach and business opportunities.

    • Fair and Transparent Pricing: ONDC aims to ensure fair and transparent pricing for sellers and buyers. It discourages discriminatory practices and promotes a competitive marketplace where prices are determined based on market dynamics.

    • Data Ownership and Privacy: ONDC emphasises data ownership and privacy, protecting the interests of sellers and buyers. It seeks to empower users by giving them control over their data and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection regulations.

    • Inclusivity: ONDC strives to be inclusive by providing opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), women entrepreneurs, and marginalised communities to participate in the digital commerce ecosystem. It aims to bridge the digital divide and enable their meaningful participation in the digital economy.

3. More crèches should be opened at places with high women workforce.

Topic: GS1 – Issues related to women, GS 2 – Education

Context:

• • • Union Minister of Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Irani called for the establishment of more creches in areas with a high female workforce.

Issue:

Other steps that can be taken to increase woman’s participation in the labour force:

• • • Equal Pay: Ensuring equal pay for equal work is essential to eliminate the gender pay gap and promote women’s economic empowerment. Implementing and enforcing laws and policies that mandate pay equity can help address this issue.

    • Flexible Work Arrangements: Providing flexible work options such as part-time work, job-sharing, telecommuting, and flexible working hours can enable women to balance work and family responsibilities more effectively.

    • Affordable and Quality Childcare: Expanding access to affordable and high-quality childcare facilities can alleviate the burden of childcare responsibilities on women, making it easier for them to participate in the labour force.

    • Maternity and Parental Leave: Implementing supportive maternity and parental leave policies that offer adequate leave duration, job security, and income protection can encourage women to remain in the workforce after having children.

    • Education and Skills Training: Promoting girls’ education and providing skills training programs for women can enhance their employability and enable them to access better job opportunities.

    • Addressing Gender Stereotypes: Challenging and breaking down gender stereotypes and biases in society and workplaces can create a more inclusive environment and encourage women to pursue a wide range of careers.

    • Mentorship and Networking Opportunities: Providing mentorship programs and networking opportunities for women can offer guidance, support, and access to professional networks, helping them advance in their careers.

    • Eliminating Discrimination and Harassment: Strictly enforcing laws against workplace discrimination and harassment based on gender, as well as creating safe and inclusive work environments, are crucial to promoting women’s participation in the labour force.

    • Promoting Women’s Entrepreneurship: Creating an enabling environment for women entrepreneurs through access to capital, business support services, and networks can encourage women to start and grow their businesses.

    • Leadership and Decision-Making Roles: Encouraging women’s representation in leadership and decision-making positions in both public and private sectors can inspire other women and help address gender imbalances in higher-level positions.

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