Which nation has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Russia for the production and marketing of COVID-19 vaccine ‘Sputnik V’?
- A. Singapore
- B. Thailand
- C. Brazil
- D. China
Correct Answer: C. Brazil
Russia and Brazil have agreed to cooperate in the production and marketing of the world’s first registered coronavirus vaccine Sputnik V. In a Statement Russian Direct Investment Fund said that the agreement was reached with the Brazilian State of Parana on Wednesday 12 August 2020.
Correct Answer: A. Riz Ahmed
British-Pakistani actor Riz Ahmed has added another jewel to his crown as he wins his first Oscar for the critically acclaimed live-action short film The Long Goodbye. The 39-year-old was nominated last year for his performance in the film ‘Sound of Metal’. Becoming the first Muslim actor to win an Oscar, the actor spoke about all those who “feel like they don’t belong” in his acceptance speech which is winning hearts.
Correct Answer: B. Sri Lanka
Sri Lankan cabinet passed the 21st Amendment to the Constitution to empower Parliament over the executive president. The 21st Amendment is expected to dissolve the section, which gives unfettered powers to President Gotabaya Rajapaksa after abolishing the 19th Amendment which will strengthen Parliament. It also includes reforms including barring dual citizens from contesting elections to hold public office.
Correct Answer: C. Chandrayaan-3
The launch of Chandrayaan-3 took place on 14 July 2023, and the lunar injection of 100 km circular polar orbit was completed successfully as part of phase one. The lander and rover are expect to land near the lunar south pole region on 23 August 2023. The Chandrayaan-3 mission is a stepping stone toward ISRO’s future interplanetary missions.
Correct Answer: B. Italy
Italy has withdrawn from China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), more than four years after becoming the only Group of Seven (G7) nation to sign up. After months of uncertainty regarding Italy’s involvement in the ambitious project, Rome conveyed its decision in a recent letter to Beijing, news agencies Reuters and AFP reported on Wednesday.
Correct Answer: C. September 12, 2020
Afghan government representatives and Taliban insurgents gathered on Saturday, September 12, 2020, in Doha, Qatar amid calls for an immediate ceasefire and preserving the gains made by Afghanistan over the past couple of decades. The talks were to originally start on March 10 following the US-Taliban agreement, but disputes over prisoners` release kept them delaying.
Correct Answer: C. UAE
A United Arab Emirates firm sign a contract with Afghanistan on September 8, 2022, to manage air traffic across the country as the Taliban authorities seek to explore international flights. While some flights are operating out of Kabul airport, significant extra support is needed for major foreign airlines to resume full service. On Thursday, Abu Dhabi-based GAAC signed an agreement that it expects will help bring back major international airlines.