Turkish, Syrian, Russian Defence ministers met in Moscow on ______ the first such talks since a war broke out in Syria.
- A. December 25, 2022
- B. December 24, 2022
- C. December 27, 2022
- D. December 28, 2022
Correct Answer: D. December 28, 2022
The Defence ministers of Russia, Turkiye and Syria met in Moscow on December 28, 2022, the first such talks since a war broke out in Syria, the Russian defence ministry said. It was also the first meeting between Turkish and Syrian defence ministers since the start of the war in 2011. Russia and Turkiye are involved in Syria, with Moscow supporting the Damascus regime against its opponents, and Ankara backing rebels.
Correct Answer: C. Foxconn
Two prototype low-Earth orbit satellites made by Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., better known as Foxconn, took off aboard a SpaceX rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in southern California on Saturday. The launch of the LEO satellites marks a key moment for the Taiwanese electronics manufacturer as it diversifies into new sectors, a shift that is taking greater urgency as some of its established businesses such as smartphones and laptops struggle. Foxconn is aiming to demonstrate that it has satellite technology to tap growing demand for communications from space.
Correct Answer: C. 10 million euros
The European Union is providing 10 million euros to significantly boost the UNHCR`s assistance for Afghan refugees and their host communities in Pakistan. The funding will focus on mitigating the short and medium-term impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Correct Answer: C. South Africa
Mining Company Anglo American has unveiled the world’s largest hydrogen truck to operate at a platinum mine in northern RSA. The dump truck equipped with 2 MW fuel cells and capable of hauling up to 290 tons of ore will be the first among the trucks the company plans to replace diesel vehicles with. The truck presentation took place at the Mogalakwena mine located about 250 km away from Johannesburg, the RSA capital.
Correct Answer: B. Indonesia
Indonesia is launching Southeast Asia’s first high-speed railway, a key project under China’s Belt and Road infrastructure initiative that will cut travel time between the capital and another major city from the current three hours to about 40 minutes.
Correct Answer: C. Japan
Japan launched its new space defense unit on May 18, 2020 to monitor and counter threats to the country`s satellites. The role of the unit is mainly to monitor and protect Japanese satellites from enemy attacks or space debris. The launch of the new unit comes amid growing Japanese concern that China and Russia are seeking ways to interfere, disable or destroy satellites.
Correct Answer: A. Naomi Osaka
Japan’s Naomi Osaka has won the US Open tennis women’s singles tournament. She played against Victoria Azarenka of Belarus. This victory marks the 3rd Grand slam title of the Japanese player after the 2018 US Open and 2019 Australian Open.