Who is the current Prime Minister of New Zealand?
- A. Jacinda Ardern
- B. Grant Robertson
- C. Kelvin Davis
- D. Chris Hipkins
Correct Answer: D. Chris Hipkins
Christopher John Hipkins is a New Zealand politician who has been serving as the 41st prime minister of New Zealand and leader of the New Zealand Labour Party since 2023. He has been the member of Parliament for Remutaka since the 2008 election.
Correct Answer: B. Iran
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran on 6 June, 2023 unveiled a homemade intermediate-range hypersonic ballistic missile that can fly at a speed of 13, 15 times the speed of sound, raising concerns among Western nations and archenemy Israel about its significant increase in deterrence potential.
Correct Answer: B. UK
The UK government on March 7, 2023 unveiled controversial plans to stop migrants crossing the Channel illegally on small boats, acknowledging it is stretching international law amid an outcry from rights campaigner. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the plan would take back control of our borders once and for all reprising a popular pledge from campaigners like him who backed Britain`s Brexit divorce from the European Union (EU).
Correct Answer: B. USA
The USA hosted the ‘Second global pandemic summit’ in May 2022. It was attended by chiefs of UN, WHO, Belize as Chair of CARICOM, Senegal as Chair of African Union, Indonesia as President of G20, and Germany as President of G7. The leaders announced about USD 3 billion to fight the virus, along with a set of new programs to boost access to vaccines and treatments around the world. The theme is ‘Preventing Pandemic Fatigue and Prioritising Preparedness’.
Correct Answer: D. May 28, 2020
China`s parliament approved plans on May 28, 2020, to impose a security law on Hong Kong that has ratcheted up tensions with the US and sparked new protests over fears the city is losing its special freedoms.
Correct Answer: D. Qatar
2023 AFC Asian Cup will be the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup, the quadrennial international men’s football championship of Asia organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). It will be held in Qatar from 16 June to 16 July 2023. The tournament will involve 24 national teams after expansion in 2019. Hosts Qatar are the defending champions.
Correct Answer: B. Cristiano Ronaldo
Portuguese footballer Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first player to score goals in 5 different World Cup tournaments. The former Manchester United player reached this milestone after he converted a penalty in the 65th minute against Ghana in their Group H match.