WORLD CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQ’S
The G20 summit for 2025 is scheduled to be held in which country?Brazil IndiaSouth AfricaUSAC) South Africa The 2025 G20 summit is being held in South Africa.
Which major international body is currently leading the efforts to establish a new global framework for regulating artificial intelligence (AI)?United NationsWorld Economic ForumEuropean UnionUNESCO A) United NationsThe United Nations has been actively involved in creating an international framework for AI regulation, with discussions and initiatives ongoing in 2025 to address ethical concerns and global governance.
A new trade agreement, "The Pacific Rim Economic Partnership," was signed in early August 2025. Which country is a key signatory of this new pact?Chile FranceUKUSA A) ChileThe Pacific Rim Economic Partnership (PREP) is a new trade agreement signed this month, which includes several countries on the Pacific Rim, with Chile being a founding signatory.
A major breakthrough in fusion energy was announced in July 2025 by a research team from:JapanChinaGermanyUSAD) USAScientists at the National Ignition Facility in the United States announced a significant achievement in fusion energy research, achieving a higher energy gain than previous experiments.
The FIFA World Cup in 2026 will be co-hosted by three countries. Which of the following is one of the host nations? CanadaBrazilSpainItalyA) Canadahe 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) in August 2025 has focused on new agreements regarding:Space exploration. Global food security.Carbon pricing and international emissions trading.The regulation of artificial intelligence. C) Carbon pricing and international emissions trading.The COP30 talks in Brasilia in August 2025 have centered on establishing a global framework for carbon pricing and an international market for trading emissions.
A new trade agreement has been signed between the European Union and a bloc of Southeast Asian nations to liberalize trade in digital services. The agreement is named:The Indo-Pacific Trade Alliance.The Digital Services and Trade Pact. The Asia-Europe Economic Agreement.The Southeast Asia Free Trade Zone.B) The Digital Services and Trade Pact.The EU and ASEAN nations have signed a new trade agreement, the Digital Services and Trade Pact, to facilitate trade in digital services and data.
In late August 2025, the IMF has approved a multi-billion dollar loan package for which country to help stabilize its economy and implement fiscal reforms?Argentina NigeriaEgyptBrazilC) EgyptThe IMF has approved a new loan for Egypt to support its economic reform program, focusing on reducing inflation and strengthening its financial sector.
A new international agreement has been signed by major nations to regulate the use of satellite constellations in low Earth orbit to prevent space debris. The agreement is named:The Space Debris Mitigation Treaty. The Low Orbit Protection Act.The Global Space Governance Pact. The Artemis Accords.A) The Space Debris Mitigation Treaty.To address the growing issue of space debris, major spacefaring nations have signed the Space Debris Mitigation Treaty, which sets standards for de-orbiting defunct satellites.
A new global conference, the "Global Food Security Summit," has been convened in Rome to address:The impact of climate change on agriculture.The role of technology in food production.Supply chain disruptions and food shortages caused by a new crop disease.The regulation of food pricing.C) Supply chain disruptions and food shortages caused by a new crop disease.The summit was organized by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to address a widespread crop disease that is threatening global food security.
A major political summit has taken place in Nairobi, Kenya, in late August 2025 to discuss:Regional security in the Horn of Africa. A new trade agreement for Central Africa.The formation of a new African Union task force.A joint space exploration program.A) Regional security in the Horn of Africa.The summit brought together leaders from the Horn of Africa to coordinate efforts to combat terrorism and instability in the region.
In late August 2025, a new international agreement, the "Global Climate Finance Initiative," has been signed to:Increase taxes on oil-producing nations.Provide financial aid to developing countries for climate resilience projects.Regulate the international trade of carbon credits.Ban the use of fossil fuels.B) Provide financial aid to developing countries for climate resilience projects.The initiative aims to provide financial support to developing countries to help them adapt to and mitigate the effects of climate change.
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new global campaign to combat a sudden outbreak of a viral disease in which region?South AmericaEast AfricaSoutheast Asia Eastern EuropeC) Southeast AsiaThe WHO has initiated a global response to a new viral outbreak in several Southeast Asian countries, focusing on rapid vaccine development and containment efforts.
A new global conference has been convened in Geneva to discuss an international framework for the regulation of: Autonomous military drones.The deep-sea mining of rare earth metals.Cross-border data privacy. Space tourism. B) The deep-sea mining of rare earth metals.The conference is focused on creating a global legal framework for deep-sea mining to address environmental and territorial concerns.
A major political summit has taken place in Sydney, Australia, in late August 2025 to discuss:A new trade agreement for the Pacific region.The formation of a new military alliance.The regulation of artificial intelligence.A joint climate research program.A) A new trade agreement for the Pacific region.The summit brought together leaders from the Asia-Pacific region to finalize a new trade pact aimed at liberalizing key sectors.
Following a series of international talks, the United Nations has adopted a new resolution to establish a global fund for:The preservation of endangered languages.The reforestation of tropical forests.The development of space-based solar power.The regulation of cryptocurrency. B) The reforestation of tropical forests.The new UN resolution aims to mobilize financial resources from member states and private donors to combat deforestation and climate change.
The newly inaugurated high-speed rail network connecting Paris and Berlin is expected to reduce travel time between the two capitals to:Less than 3 hours.Approximately 4 hours.Approximately 5 hours.More than 6 hours. B) Approximately 4 hours.The high-speed train project, which was completed in early August 2025, significantly cuts down travel time and aims to boost business and tourism between France and Germany.
A major international summit has been held in Dubai to discuss global solutions for:The regulation of online gaming.The conservation of marine ecosystems.The development of quantum computing. A new international trade alliance.B) The conservation of marine ecosystems.The summit was organized to establish new international agreements on protecting marine life and combating ocean pollution.
A new high-speed rail link has been inaugurated between the capitals of Spain and Portugal to:Boost tourism and business travel. Facilitate freight transportation.Enhance military cooperation.Reduce air travel.A) Boost tourism and business travel.The new rail line connecting Madrid and Lisbon is part of a plan to improve regional connectivity and economic integration.
What is the name of the galaxy closest to the Milky Way?Andromeda GalaxyTriangulum GalaxySombrero GalaxyWhirlpool Galaxy A) Andromeda GalaxyThe Andromeda Galaxy is the closest major galaxy to the Milky Way and is on a collision course with our galaxy.
A new global agreement has been signed by major nations to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in weapons systems to prevent autonomous lethal weapons. The agreement is named: The Geneva Protocol on AI.The UN AI Arms Control Treaty.The Global AI Safety Accord.The Geneva AI Convention.C) The Global AI Safety Accord.The accord, finalized at a summit in Geneva, sets a framework for the ethical development and deployment of AI in military applications.
A major political summit has taken place in Cape Town, South Africa, in late August 2025 to discuss: A new trade agreement for Central Africa.A joint space exploration program.The formation of a new African Union task force to combat climate change. A new international trade alliance.C) The formation of a new African Union task force to combat climate change.The summit brought together African leaders to coordinate a unified response to climate change, focusing on adaptation and mitigation strategies.
A new international conference, the "Global Food Security Summit," has been convened in Rome to address a new crop disease that is threatening global food supply chains. The disease is known as:The Amazon Blight.The Global Grain Blight.The Rice Rot. The Wheat Rust. B) The Global Grain Blight.The new disease, referred to as the Global Grain Blight, affects key staple crops and has prompted a coordinated international response.
In early September 2025, a major political summit has taken place in Kyiv, Ukraine, to discuss: A new trade agreement for Central Asia. A joint space exploration program.The reconstruction and economic recovery of the country. A new international peacekeeping force. C) The reconstruction and economic recovery of the country.The summit brought together global leaders and financial institutions to pledge support and investment for Ukraine's post-conflict recovery.
In late August 2025, the International Olympic Committee has confirmed that the 2032 Summer Olympics will be held in which city?Los Angeles BrisbaneParisRome B) BrisbaneBrisbane, Australia, was confirmed as the host city for the 2032 Summer Olympics.
A major international accord has been reached to limit deep-sea mining. The agreement, signed in early September 2025, primarily aims to:Protect marine biodiversity.Increase mineral exports from developing nations.Facilitate commercial deep-sea drilling. Regulate fishing activities.A) Protect marine biodiversity.The accord, signed under the auspices of the United Nations, is a landmark agreement to prevent irreversible damage to fragile deep-sea ecosystems.
The UN Human Rights Council has passed a new resolution in early September 2025 to:Increase taxes on oil-producing nations. Ban all forms of online censorship.Establish an independent global body to monitor and report on the use of surveillance technology. Facilitate a new international trade alliance.C) Establish an independent global body to monitor and report on the use of surveillance technology.The resolution aims to address growing concerns over the use of state-sponsored surveillance to suppress dissent and violate human rights.
A major new high-speed rail project has been inaugurated in late August 2025 to connect the capital cities of Brazil and Argentina. The project is expected to:Boost tourism and business travel.Facilitate freight transportation.Enhance military cooperation.Reduce air travel. A) Boost tourism and business travel. The new rail line connecting BrasÃlia and Buenos Aires is part of a plan to improve regional connectivity and economic integration in South America.
The International Olympic Committee has confirmed that the 2032 Summer Olympics will be held in which city?Los Angeles Brisbane Paris RomeB) BrisbaneBrisbane, Australia, was confirmed as the host city for the 2032 Summer Olympics.
A major new carbon capture technology has been successfully tested in Iceland, with the potential to:Convert carbon into a fuel source. Reduce the cost of space travel.Remove significant amounts of CO2 from the atmosphere and store it underground. Improve the efficiency of solar panels.C) Remove significant amounts of CO2 from the atmosphere and store it underground.The new technology, a significant breakthrough in climate science, offers a scalable solution for carbon removal to combat global warming.