Summits and conferences - One Line Questions
1.
The 'ASEAN Summit' is the highest policy-making body of ASEAN, where leaders discuss and decide on the organization's major issues. It is usually held: —
Annually, twice a year
2.
Which forum specifically addresses the issues and economic development of South Asian countries? —
SAARC
3.
Which summit brings together leaders from the world's 20 largest economies to discuss global economic governance? —
G20 Summit
4.
Which summit focuses on issues pertinent to the Asia-Pacific region's economic cooperation? —
APEC Summit
5.
Which summit is the principal forum for strategic dialogue and cooperation on security issues in the Asia-Pacific region? —
Shangri-La Dialogue
6.
Which summit aims to foster cooperation among the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and its dialogue partners? —
East Asia Summit (EAS)
7.
The 'G20' presidency rotates annually among member countries, with the host country typically setting the agenda for the year's meetings and summit. Which country held the G20 presidency in 2023? —
India
8.
The 'G20' was established in 1999 as a forum for Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors to discuss global economic and financial issues. It later expanded to include heads of state and government. Which of these is NOT a member of the G20? —
Nigeria
9.
The 'Quad' Leaders' Summit involves which group of countries? —
Australia, India, Japan, United States
10.
The 'Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM)' is held biennially for leaders of which association? —
Commonwealth of Nations
11.
The Paris Agreement on climate change was adopted at which UNFCCC conference? —
COP21 Paris
12.
The 'Glasgow Climate Pact' was a key outcome of which COP summit? —
COP26 Glasgow
13.
The 'One Earth, One Future' theme was associated with which major international conference? —
World Sustainable Development Summit 2022
14.
Which international summit is primarily focused on discussing global economic issues and financial stability? —
World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting
15.
Which summit brings together leaders from the European Union and African Union member states to strengthen partnership? —
African Union-European Union Summit
16.
Which summit is the primary mechanism for consultation and coordination among the heads of state of the European Union member states? —
European Council
17.
Which summit focuses on the strategic partnership and cooperation between China and African nations? —
Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC)
18.
Which summit is a platform for the leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa? —
BRICS Summit
19.
Which of the following summits is NOT primarily focused on economic cooperation? —
COP Summit
20.
The 'Build Back Better World' initiative was launched at which summit? —
G7 Summit Cornwall 2021
21.
The 'World Humanitarian Summit' was convened by the UN Secretary-General in 2016 to address global humanitarian challenges. Which city hosted this summit? —
Istanbul
22.
The 'COP' conferences are part of a long-standing international process to address: —
Climate change
23.
The 'Conference of the Parties (COP)' to the UNFCCC addresses: —
Climate change mitigation and adaptation
24.
Which organization hosts the annual Davos Forum, a major gathering of global leaders from business, politics, and civil society? —
World Economic Forum (WEF)
25.
The 'Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation' is primarily associated with which country? —
China
26.
The 'UN Climate Change Conference' (COP) process is guided by which two key international agreements? —
Kyoto Protocol and Paris Agreement
27.
The 'BRICS Summit' aims to promote cooperation among its member states in areas such as: —
Trade, investment, finance, and development
28.
The 'UN Biodiversity Conference (COP15)' was held in two parts, with the second part concluding in which city in December 2022? —
Montreal
29.
The 'BRICS Plus' initiative expands cooperation beyond the original five BRICS nations to include: —
Various emerging economies and developing countries
30.
The 'G20 Leaders' Summit' is preceded by several ministerial meetings, including Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors, who discuss: —
Global economic and financial issues
31.
The 'G7 Leaders' Declaration' often includes commitments on: —
Global health, economic stability, and security challenges
32.
The 'G7' leaders often issue a communiqué outlining their agreements and plans. This communiqué typically covers: —
A wide range of global issues including foreign policy, security, and economic cooperation
33.
The 'World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting' in Davos is known for its focus on: —
Public-private cooperation and addressing global challenges
34.
The 'BRICS Summit' agenda typically includes discussions on: —
Economic cooperation, political security, and cultural exchange
35.
The 'World Summit on Sustainable Development' (also known as Rio+10) was held in which city in 2002? —
Johannesburg
36.
The 'COP28' summit, held in 2023, was hosted by which country? —
United Arab Emirates
37.
Which summit is the highest decision-making body of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)? —
SCO Council of Heads of State Meeting
38.
Which summit focuses on the economic and political cooperation of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS)? —
CIS Summit
39.
The 'Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit' brings together leaders of countries that are not formally aligned with or against any major power bloc. Its origins lie in: —
The Cold War era
40.
The 'Global Climate Action Summit' is an initiative primarily driven by: —
Subnational governments and non-state actors
41.
The 'COP27' summit, focused on climate action, was held in which country? —
Egypt
42.
The 'Summit for Democracy' is an initiative led by which country to advance democracy and human rights globally? —
United States
43.
The 'Summit of the Americas' is a periodic summit of the leaders of North, Central, and South American countries, organized by: —
Organization of American States (OAS)
44.
The 'Leaders' Summit on Climate' was hosted by which country in April 2021? —
United States
45.
The 'G7 Summit' comprises leaders from which group of major advanced economies? —
USA, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, UK
46.
The 'UN Climate Change Conference' is commonly known by which acronym? —
47.
The 'One Planet Summit' is an initiative launched by France, the UN, and which other major international organization? —
World Bank
48.
Which conference is dedicated to discussing and addressing issues related to biodiversity conservation? —
UN Biodiversity Conference (COP)
49.
Which international conference is dedicated to the management and conservation of the world's oceans and seas? —
Our Ocean Conference
50.
The 'World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference' is the highest decision-making body of the WTO, meeting approximately every: —
Two years