Explanation

The UN Human Rights Committee monitors the implementation of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) by its member states.

The United Nations Human Rights Committee is a treaty body composed of 18 experts.

It was established by a 1966 human rights treaty.

Explanation

The United States and Vietnam established a "Comprehensive Strategic Partnership" in 2023

The USA and Vietnam have a long history, including a Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA) and a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.

The BTA, signed in 2000 and implemented in 2001

Explanation

This type of agreement is typically part of peace-building and conflict resolution efforts coordinated by the United Nations, especially considering Yemen's ongoing humanitarian and security crisis.

Explanation

Despite Australia's political stability, the country is grappling with significant economic challenges

The most pressing issue is poor GDP growth

Australia faces multifaceted challenges, including declining productivity, structural budget issues, and external economic pressures.

Explanation

Poland has received significant amounts of funding from the European Union.

These funds are often for managing various aspects of the country's affairs

Other European countries like Italy and France also receive EU funds,

But Poland is often highlighted as a major recipient

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The December 2023 ceasefire in Yemen was facilitated by the United Nations.

Part of the Yemeni civil war and the Iran–Saudi Arabia proxy conflict

Date: 26 March 2015 – ongoing (10 years and 2 months)

Operation Decisive Storm 26 March – 21 April 2015 (3 weeks and 6 days)

Operation Restoring Hope 22 April 2015 – present (10 years, 1 month and 4 days)

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The first case of mpox was reported in the United Arab Emirates on May 24, 2022.

The highest number of cases were reported from Lebanon (27 confirmed cases).

Most cases in the EMR were adult males (92 %), 60 % identifying as MSM, and 10 % living with HIV.

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The ASF Act of 1975 is the legal framework that establishes and empowers the Airport Security Force (ASF) in Pakistan. 

• Counter-terrorism measures
• Preventing crime
• Maintaining law and order within airport limits in Pakistan. 

Explanation

ASF (Airport Security Force) is a Federal department.

It established under the ASF Act of 1975.

It operates under the Secretary of Aviation.

It is responsible for airport security, including protecting facilities and aircraft in Pakistan.

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The protests aimed to preserve the independence of the Supreme Court and opposed Netanyahu's judicial reforms, which were seen as weakening judicial checks and balances.

The current protests also demand Netanyahu’s resignation, holding him responsible for ongoing political crises, including the October 7, 2023 Hamas-led attack and the Gaza war.