Who served as the President of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly (2024-2025)?
Answer:
Philemon Yang
Philemon Yang, a former Prime Minister of Cameroon, was elected to serve as the President of the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, which opened in September 2024.
2
Which country officially became the 32nd member of NATO in March 2024?
Answer:
Sweden
Sweden officially joined NATO on March 7, 2024, ending centuries of non-alignment and becoming the alliance's 32nd member, following Finland's accession in 2023.
3
In 2024, the UN General Assembly adopted a landmark resolution on which emerging technology?
Answer:
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
The UNGA adopted its first global resolution on Artificial Intelligence in March 2024, aimed at ensuring the technology is safe, secure, and trustworthy.
4
Which organization declared 'Mpox' a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) again in August 2024?
Answer:
WHO
The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the surge in Mpox cases in Africa a Public Health Emergency of International Concern in August 2024.
5
The 'Pact for the Future', adopted at the UN Summit in September 2024, primarily focuses on:
Answer:
Sustainable development and digital cooperation
The Pact for the Future is an intergovernmentally agreed document focusing on sustainable development, international peace and security, science and technology, and digital cooperation (Global Digital Compact).
6
Which country was elected to the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member for the 2025-2026 term representing the Asia-Pacific group?
Answer:
Pakistan
Pakistan was elected to the UN Security Council in June 2024 as a non-permanent member for a two-year term starting January 1, 2025.
7
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is headquartered in which city?
Answer:
The Hague
The ICJ, the principal judicial organ of the UN, is seated at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands. It is the only principal UN organ not located in New York.
8
In 2024, the Palestinian Authority was granted which upgraded status at the UN General Assembly?
Answer:
Observer State with additional rights
In May 2024, the UNGA voted to grant Palestine new rights and privileges, allowing them to sit among member states and introduce proposals, though they remain a Non-Member Observer State.
9
Which organization released the 'Global Economic Prospects' report warning of weak growth in 2024?
Answer:
World Bank
The World Bank publishes the 'Global Economic Prospects' report. In 2024, it highlighted that the global economy was set for the weakest half-decade performance in 30 years.
10
Who is the current Managing Director of the IMF (as of 2025)?
Answer:
Kristalina Georgieva
Kristalina Georgieva was re-appointed for a second five-year term as Managing Director of the IMF starting October 1, 2024.
11
Which specialized agency of the UN promotes education, science, and culture?
Answer:
UNESCO
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is responsible for coordinating international cooperation in education, science, culture, and communication.
12
The 'Bridgetown Initiative', frequently discussed at UN climate forums, advocates for:
Answer:
Reform of the global financial architecture
Led by Barbados PM Mia Mottley, the Bridgetown Initiative calls for urgent reform of the global financial system (IMF/World Bank) to better support developing nations with climate finance and debt relief.
13
Which country withdrew from ECOWAS (Economic Community of West African States) in early 2024 alongside Mali and Burkina Faso?
Answer:
Niger
Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso announced their withdrawal from ECOWAS in January 2024, forming a new 'Alliance of Sahel States'.
14
The headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is located in:
Answer:
Geneva
The WTO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It is the only global international organization dealing with the rules of trade between nations.
15
Which international body issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas leaders in 2024?
Answer:
ICC
The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) applied for arrest warrants for leaders of both Hamas and Israel in May 2024 regarding alleged war crimes.
16
Which UN agency is responsible for aiding Palestinian refugees?
Answer:
UNRWA
UNRWA (United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East) is specifically mandated to provide assistance and protection to Palestine refugees.
17
The 'Samoa Pathway' is a UN framework dedicated to supporting:
Answer:
Small Island Developing States (SIDS)
The SAMOA Pathway (SIDS Accelerated Modalities of Action) is an international framework developed to address the unique challenges faced by Small Island Developing States.
18
Which country officially rejoined UNESCO in 2023 after a five-year absence?
Answer:
United States
The United States officially rejoined UNESCO in July 2023, having previously withdrawn in 2018 under the Trump administration.
19
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to which organization?
Answer:
Nihon Hidankyo
The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to the Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo, a grassroots movement of atomic bomb survivors working to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons.
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What is the primary function of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)?
Answer:
Combating money laundering and terrorism financing
The FATF is the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog. It sets international standards to prevent these illegal activities.
