SWISS PEACE PROCESS : INTERNATIONAL RELATION

NEWS : Ukraine keen on India joining Swiss peace process: Ukraine envoy Oleksandr Polishchuk

 

WHAT’S IN THE NEWS ?

Speculation over PM Modi’s plans for peace effort grow as EAM Jaishankar travels to Europe and Saudi Arabia, and NSA Ajit Doval is set to attend BRICS summit in Russia         

Swiss Peace Process on the Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Key Points

  • Neutral Platform: The Swiss peace process facilitates diplomatic efforts to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Switzerland acting as a neutral ground.
  • Initiation: Launched in June 2023, the process aims to engage key international stakeholders to foster peace.
  • First Summit: Produced a joint communique focusing on humanitarian access and nuclear safety but lacked direct participation from Russia and Ukraine.
  • Second Summit: Scheduled for October or November 2024, aiming to expand global involvement, including proposals from India.
  • India's Role: Ukraine encourages India to actively participate in peace-building efforts, seeking broader international support for conflict resolution.

Source : https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-ukraine-russia-messages-swiss-peace-process-oleksandr-polishchuk-volodymyr-zelenskyy-ajit-doval-brics-summit-modi/article68618127.ece