Which country is the host of the Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM) of the International Labour Organisation (ILO)?
- A. Pakistan
- B. Sri Lanka
- C. Thailand
- D. Sri Lanka
Correct Answer: D. Singapore
The 17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM) of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) began in Singapore. “Integrated policy agenda for a human–centred recovery that is inclusive, sustainable and resilient” is the theme of the meeting.
Correct Answer: A. November 15, 2020
Correct Answer: C. 17 November 2023
The United States and the Philippines on 17 November 2023, signed a landmark deal that would allow Washington to export nuclear technology and material to Manila, which is exploring the use of nuclear power to decarbonise and boost energy independence.
Correct Answer: A. Russia
The whistleblower behind the “Panama Papers” which revealed major tax evasion and fraud worldwide said he feared Russian retribution, in an interview published on 23 July 2022 by Germany’s Der Spiegel. The magazine quoted him under his pseudonym, John Doe, as saying he had evidence of financial wrongdoing by top Russian officials and their allies which helped fund the war in Ukraine. Asked by Spiegel whether he feared for his life, he said, “It’s a risk that I live with, given that the Russian government has expressed the fact that it wants me dead.”
Correct Answer: B. WWF
The WWF has launched the ‘Good for You, Good for the Planet’ campaign to guide people towards eating a planet-friendly diet. The campaign’s long-term aim is to encourage people to become conscious of their food choices every day. This year’s Earth Overshoot Day was observed on July 28. As per a WWF study, food waste amounts to 10 percent of GHG.
Correct Answer: B. United Kingdom
Correct Answer: B. UAE
The presidency of the Council is held by each of the members in turn for one month, following the English alphabetical order of the Member States’ names.