In which sector of the energy market did Saudi Aramco make its first global deal?
- A. Oil Production
- B. Renewable energy
- C. Natural Gas
- D. Nuclear Energy
Correct Answer: A. Oil Production
Aramco has sign a definitive agreement to purchase a minority stake in liquefied natural gas (LNG) company MidOcean Energy in a deal value at $500m (SR1.8bn). The Middle East oil and gas giant said the deal with MidOcean Energy marks its first global investment in LNG. Based in the US, MidOcean Energy is back and managed by energy and infrastructure investment company EIG.
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. Maysak
A powerful Typhoon named “Maysak” (Cambodian word) hit North Korea and has brought heavy rain and floods in the region. Maysak is the second typhoon in a week to hit the Korean peninsula. Another powerful Typhoon named Bavi made landfall in the country in the last week of August 2020. The typhoon also hit the regions in South Korea.
Correct Answer: A. People Peace Progress: The Power of Partnerships
The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is celebrated on 29 May annually to pay tribute to the contributions of uniformed and civilian personnel. It aims to honor around 4,200 peacekeepers who had lost their lives serving under the UN since 1948. Last year, as many as 135 personnel lost their lives last year. This year, the United Nations observed the day under the theme, “People Peace Progress: The Power of Partnerships”.
Correct Answer: A. COVID Action Platform
The World Economic Forum on Wednesday announced the creation of the COVID Action Platform. The global platform, the first of its kind, aims to convene the business community for collective action, protect people’s livelihoods and facilitate business continuity, and mobilize support for the COVID-19 response.
Correct Answer: B. Liz Truss
As of October 2022, Liz Truss is expect to be the shortest-serving prime minister after announcing her plans to resign 45 days into her tenure amidst the October 2022 United Kingdom government crisis. The previous shortest time served was George Canning, who served for less than four months before his death.
Correct Answer: B. Pakistan
Pakistan has been named as the host for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, the country’s cricket board announced on Twitter. This will also be the first major global cricket tournament played in Pakistan since 1996. On 16 November 2021, it was announced that the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy will be held in Pakistan.