The year 2024 was marked by significant political developments across the globe, influencing geopolitics, economies, and societies. Below is a summary of some of the most notable political events from the year.
Date: November 5, 2024
Event: The United States held its presidential election, resulting in a pivotal shift in leadership. The campaigns focused on issues such as inflation, healthcare, immigration, and climate change. The election saw record voter turnout and intense scrutiny over the electoral process.
Date: June 6–9, 2024
Event: Citizens of the European Union voted for members of the European Parliament. The election was significant for its impact on EU policies, including climate action, digital regulations, and relations with non-EU countries like the UK and Russia.
Ongoing
Event: The Russo-Ukrainian conflict continued to dominate international headlines, with 2024 seeing escalations in combat and increased global support for Ukraine. Western nations provided military aid, while diplomatic efforts aimed at a ceasefire remained unsuccessful.
Event: General elections were held in India from 19 April to 1 June 2024 in seven phases, to elect all 543 members of the Lok Sabha.Votes were counted and the result was declared on 4 June to form the 18th Lok Sabha. On 7 June 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed the support of 293 MPs to Droupadi Murmu, the president of India.This marked Modi's third term as prime minister and his first time heading a coalition government,with the Telugu Desam Party of Andhra Pradesh and Janata Dal (United) of Bihar emerging as two main allies.
Date: October 2024
Event: China hosted the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) Summit, showcasing its expanding global influence. The event marked a decade of the BRI and underscored China's commitment to infrastructure and trade projects worldwide.
Date: July 26, 2024
Event: A military coup in Niger overthrew the democratically elected government, sparking international condemnation and raising concerns about regional stability in West Africa.
Event: Finland and Sweden formalized their membership in NATO, marking a significant expansion of the alliance in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine. This move reshaped European security dynamics.
Event: The 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Azerbaijan emphasized accelerating commitments to reduce emissions. The conference saw major agreements on renewable energy investments and technology sharing.
Event: Tensions in the Middle East escalated further in 2024, with outbreaks of violence between Israel and Palestinian groups. Diplomatic efforts, including U.S. involvement, sought to mitigate the conflict but yielded limited results.
Date: October 6 & 27, 2024
Event: Brazil conducted municipal elections to elect mayors and city council members. The elections served as a barometer for President Lula da Silva's policies and his administration's popularity.
Date: September 2024
Event: Held in Nairobi, Kenya, this summit brought together African leaders to address the continent’s unique climate challenges and propose unified solutions, including a push for increased global climate financing.
Event: Diplomatic breakthroughs occurred between South Korea and Japan, strengthening ties through economic cooperation and mutual security agreements in response to North Korea’s missile tests.
Event: Argentina faced a worsening economic crisis with hyperinflation and political unrest. The presidential election in October 2024 was a critical moment for determining the nation's economic direction.
Event: The civil conflict in Sudan continued, causing a severe humanitarian crisis. International organizations and neighboring countries worked to mediate peace and provide aid.
Event: Governments in the EU, U.S., and other regions passed significant legislation aimed at regulating artificial intelligence and big tech companies, focusing on transparency, privacy, and ethical AI usage.
The political landscape in 2024 was shaped by elections, conflicts, and global cooperation efforts. These events not only defined the year but also set the stage for major developments in 2025 and beyond.
