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• The European Union participates in the G7 as a non-enumerated member.
• It means the EU is included in meetings but is not counted as one of the seven countries.
• G7 is a group of major advanced economies discussing global issues.
• EU represents collective economic interests of Europe.
• It participates in economic, financial, and political discussions.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

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• After World War II, the major global change was the decolonization of Asian and African countries and the rise of welfare states.
• European colonial empires weakened due to war losses.
• Many countries gained independence from Britain, France, and other powers.
• Governments started focusing on social welfare systems.

Last verified on 22-06-2026

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• Continent: Europe
• Highest peak: Mont Blanc (4,808 m)
• Countries: Switzerland, France, Italy, Austria, Germany, Slovenia
• Type: Young fold mountains
• Famous for: Ski resorts and tourism

Last verified on 22-06-2026

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• Nurek Lake is located in Tajikistan.
• It is formed by the Nurek Dam on the Vakhsh River.
• It was created during the Soviet era for hydroelectric power and irrigation.
• Dam height: ~300 meters (one of the tallest in the world)
• Reservoir capacity: ~10.5 cubic km
• Construction period: 1961 – 1980

Last verified on 21-06-2026

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• The Sulu Sea is located between the Philippines, Malaysia (Sabah), and Indonesia in Southeast Asia.
• It is a part of the western Pacific Ocean.
• It connects to nearby seas like the Celebes Sea.

Last verified on 21-06-2026

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• Inventor: Igor Sikorsky
• First successful model: VS-300
• First flight: 1939 (USA)
• Contribution: Practical helicopter design
• Field: Aviation engineering

Last verified on 21-06-2026

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• World Environment Day is on 5 June.
• Started in 1973 by the United Nations
• Main Goal: Protect nature and fight pollution.
• It is also called Eco Day.

Additional information:

Theme:

• 2022: Only One Earth in Sweden
• 2023: Solutions to Plastic Pollution in the Ivory Coast
• 2024: Land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• 2025: Ending plastic pollution in South Korea
• Theme 2026: Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future in Azerbaijan

Last updated NA on 10-09-2026

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• There are 3 Scandinavian countries: Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
• These countries are located in Northern Europe and share historical and cultural links.
• The term “Scandinavia” mainly refers to the Scandinavian Peninsula region.

Last verified on 20-06-2026

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• The Bandung Conference was held in Indonesia (Bandung city) in 1955.
• Also known as the: Asian-African Conference
• Participating countries: 29 Asian and African nations
• Purpose: Anti-colonialism, peace, cooperation
• Outcome: Foundation for Non-Aligned Movement idea

Last verified on 20-06-2026

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• Headquarters: Manila, Philippines
• Established: 19 December 1966
• Membership: 68 countries
• Asia & Pacific: 49
• Outside region (Non-Asian): 19

• Largest recipient of ADB loans: Pakistan
• Pakistan received highest ADB loans in 2022: $5.58 billion
• ADB loans & grants to Pakistan (2021): $1.31 billion
• Largest shareholder of ADB: Japan

Last verified on 20-06-2026