International Current Affairs MCQs

The Act East Policy, launched in 2014, is India's primary foreign policy initiative to strengthen its relationship with ASEAN countries and the wider East Asian region.

Connectivity, encompassing physical infrastructure, digital links, and people-to-people exchanges, is a central pillar of India-ASEAN cooperation.

In 2022, the India-ASEAN relationship was elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, signifying deeper engagement across various sectors.

The UNGA emphasizes the importance of transforming agri-food systems to be more sustainable, resilient, and equitable to ensure long-term food security.

The UN General Assembly consistently highlights climate change, ongoing conflicts, and economic shocks as primary factors exacerbating the global food security crisis.

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.

Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) like the World Bank and regional development banks are seen as critical for mobilizing private capital and providing concessional finance for climate action.

G20 nations have consistently emphasized the need to mobilize and deliver on the commitment to provide $100 billion annually in climate finance to developing countries.

Brazil hosted the G20 Summit in 2024, focusing on social inclusion, energy transition, and sustainable development, with climate finance being a crucial component.

The Sahel faces complex challenges including the rise of insurgent groups, political instability, and severe climate impacts affecting agriculture and water access.