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| 401. |
Which country will unveil the world's longest cross-sea bridge? |
| Answer» China will unveil the world's longest cross-sea bridge, connecting Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China.This cross-sea bridge will be 55km-long and six lanes wide, comprising of four tunnels and four artificial islands. The brigde will reduce the commute time between mainland China, Macau and Hong Kong to half. It is estimated that nearly 40000 vehicles will be passing over this bridge on daily basis, including shuttle buses running at 10-minute intervals. It is reported that quantity of steel used in building this bridge is more than 60 Eiffel Towers in Paris, France and experts from 14 countries have been involved in its construction. | |
| 402. |
Which country has recently launched its first "accessible" trekking trail for the differently-abled and the elderly? |
| Answer» Nepal has launched its first "accessible" trekking trail in Pokhara city for the differently-abled and the elderly. The trail was inaugurated as a part of 3 day international conference on 'Accessible Tourism' held for the first time in the Himalayan nation. 'Accessible tourism' is an emerging concept to ensure that tourist destinations, products and services are accessible to all people. | |
| 403. |
Which country to host the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Mid-Term Ministerial Conference 2018? |
| Answer» The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Mid-Term Ministerial Conference 2018 will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan on April 5-6 under the theme "Promoting International Peace and Security for Sustainable Development". NAM participating states, representatives of observer states and international organizations, countries and institutions, invited as special guests, will take part in the Mid-Term Ministerial Conference. The Indian delegation will be led by External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj. The Non-Aligned Movement includes 120 states. Seventeen states and 10 international organizations hold observer status of NAM. In 2019, the Republic of Azerbaijan will host the 18th Summit of the NAM and will chair NAM in 2019-2022. | |
| 404. |
With which country the Cabinet of India apprised of MoU on Technical Cooperation in Rail Sector? |
| Answer» Union Cabinet has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with the Federal Transport Authority - Land & Maritime of the United Arab Emirates on Technical Cooperation in Rail Sector. This MoU was signed on February 10, 2018. It envisages cooperation in the areas of regulation, safety and technical investigation of accidents, station redevelopment and any other area jointly identified by the parties to the MoU. Activities undertaken under the scope of this MoU will enable Indian Railways and UAE's Federal Transport Authority to interact and share the latest developments and knowledge in the railway sector. | |
| 405. |
With Which country China Signed MoU Along Belt And Road Initiative? |
| Answer» Singapore and China signed a MoU in Beijing, China to promote greater collaboration between Singapore and Chinese companies in third-party markets along the Belt and Road. Under the MOU, the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI), NDRC (China's lead agency for BRI) and Enterprise Singapore will form a working group to identify sectors and markets of mutual interest, and organise business matching activities and forums to facilitate third-party market cooperation between Singapore and Chinese companies along the Belt and Road. | |
| 406. |
India has recently signed pact with which country to promote mineral exploration? |
| Answer» India has inked a pact with Morocco under which focus would be laid on evaluation of potential mineral resources and promoting exploration and mining through participation of both public and private sector. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in New Delhi on April 12, 2018 after the bilateral discussions between Mines Minister Narendra Singh Tomar and his counterpart Aziz Rabbah of Morocco. the focus of the MoU is on the development of the geological infrastructure for Geoscience Maps and geochemical maps, strengthening geological research and evaluation of the potential of mineral resources. | |
| 407. |
Which country parliament can block Brexit divorce bill: Brexit minister Davis? |
| Answer» The Situations between the UK and European Union are always on the verge of slip. Brexit minister David Davis warned on Thursday that parliament could veto any final deal negotiated with the European Union unless it has a "substantive" idea of what the future trading relationship. | |
| 408. |
China and this country join together to work on OPEC's Asian Premium issue. |
| Answer» Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has said that India, China and other Asian countries will work together to voice against the "Asian Premium" being charged by the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC). OPEC sells oil to Asian countries, including India, at a higher price as compared to America and European countries. The price differential is referred to as 'Asian Premium'. Mr. Pradhan has stated that his Ministry has nominated Indian Oil Corporation Chairman Sanjiv Singh to coordinate with the head of China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) and frame a suitable strategy for getting better price for oil exports from OPEC countries. | |
| 409. |
This country develops 3D conic device to increase solar-thermal conversion. |
| Answer» Chinese scientists have developed 'Artificial Transpiration', a new device of 3D hollow-cone structure that can greatly increase the solar-thermal conversion efficiency. 'Artificial Transpiration' device was named by Zhu Jia and his team members in Nanjing University. An article published online by the National Science Review said that, 'Artificial Transpiration' was named so inspired by the transpiration process of trees. It comprises a special 1D water path within it. It can reduce the energy loss in conduction. The cone structure, based on a graphene film, can collect more sunlight throughout the day compared to a flat device. This device can improve solar-thermal conversion rate to 85%. The scientists first applied this structure to solar waste-water treatment. | |
| 410. |
Which country has agreed to deepen its cooperation with India in Smart Cities initiative, transport & energy sectors? |
| Answer» India & Sweden have agreed to deepen their cooperation in Smart Cities initiative, transport & energy sectors.The 2 countries will exchange knowledge & explore cooperation on smart cities, including transit-oriented urban development, air pollution control & waste management.Both sides will also exchange know-how & explore cooperation in areas of electro-mobility as well as renewable fuels. | |
| 411. |
Which country has recently become the signatory member of International Solar Alliance (ISA)? |
| Answer» The United Kingdom has formally joined the India-led International Solar Alliance (ISA) on April 17, 2018. The announcement was made an event held at the London Stock Exchange as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting 2018 (CHOGM). With this, UK became the 62nd signatory member of the ISA. The UK's partnership will involve providing expertise and advice to the alliance, but no monetary contributions. ISA is an inter-governmental treaty-based organisation that aims to mobilise $1 trillion in funds for future solar generation, storage and technology across the world by 2030. | |
| 412. |
This country changes its name to 'Kingdom Of ESwatini' recently. |
| Answer» Swaziland's King Mswati III, Africa's last absolute monarch, officially changed the name of his country to the 'Kingdom of eSwatini'. Accordingly, the country, a member of the Commonwealth, will now be known by its historic name of eSwatini. The announcement was made during the Golden Jubilee celebrations of the King's 50th birthday as well as the 50th anniversary of Swazi's independence from British colonial rule. | |
| 413. |
The British government announced a new trade partnership with this country for creating 5,750 British jobs. |
| Answer» The British government announced a new trade partnership between India-UK. India would be investing more than 1 billion pounds in UK which will aid in creating 5,750 British jobs. The new partnership was announced after Prime Minister Narendra Modi had talks with the British Prime Minister Theresa May. | |
| 414. |
This country bans banks from using cryptocurrencies. |
| Answer» Iran banned the use of bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies by its banks and financial institutions. Ban has been imposed citing concerns that cryptocurrencies can be used for money-laundering and financing terrorism. Central Bank of Iran states that, this decision was taken by government's money-laundering committee in December 2017, but is now being put into effect. | |
| 415. |
Which two countries will host the world's first female foreign ministers' meeting? |
| Answer» Canada and the European Union will host the world's first female foreign ministers' meeting in September. Female foreign ministers from about 30 countries will be invited to the gathering, which is aimed at deepening global discussion on women's empowerment. The meeting will be held for 2 days starting on September 21st in Canada. | |
| 416. |
With which country India have an agreement on the dispute between Indian Income Tax Department and Finnish Telecom firm Nokia, under the Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP)? |
| Answer» India and Finland have reached an agreement on the dispute between Indian Income Tax Department and Finnish Telecom firm Nokia, under the Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP). Indian Income Tax Department issued a tax demand of around Rs 2500 crore on Nokia India for making royalty payments made to its parent company in Finland since 2006. The tax liability arose as Nokia India had imported software from its head office in Finland. Nokia India showed it as purchase while Indian Income Tax department contested it as Royalty payment. Under India-Finland Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) Royalties attract 10 per cent tax. At Nokia India's request, Finland initiated the MAP process under the DTAA in 2013. The process resulted in rectified tax liability of 1600 crore, which Nokia India paid in March 2018, thus bringing an end to the dispute. Mutual Agreement Procedure (MAP) is an alternate dispute settlement mechanism aimed at resolving outstanding disputes between multi-national companies and local tax authorities arising out of differential pricing treatment. | |
| 417. |
Which country tops in the 2018 World Press Freedom Index a report released by Reporters Sans Frontieres (RSF)? |
| Answer» Norway topped in the 2018 World Press Freedom Index for second consecutive year followed by Sweden, Netherlands. India's 138th rank in the 2018 'World Press Freedom Index' marks a drop of two places as compared to 136th rank in 2017. The methodology to compile the index is based on qualitative inputs (responses of experts to a questionnaire) and quantitative inputs (data on abuses and acts of violence against journalists). | |
| 418. |
The Business Summit of Indian and this country is concludes in Johannesburg. |
| Answer» Minister of Commerce and Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu, attended India- South Africa business summit in Johannesburg, South Africa. The visit began with a series of bilateral meetings. The Minister highlighted the historical relations between India and Swaziland, Botswana and Lesotho and pledged to take the economic partnership forward. The Minister also met members of India-South Africa CEOs forum who expressed confidence in the Government of India's efforts to strengthen India-Africa relations. Mr. Prabhu inaugurated a multi-sectoral exhibition at Johannesburg. | |
| 419. |
The 12th informal meeting of SAARC Finance Ministers was held in which country? |
| Answer» The 12th informal meeting of SAARC Finance Ministers was held in Manila, Philippines, on the sidelines of the 51st Annual Meeting of Asian Development Bank (ADB). The meeting was attended by the Finance Ministers/Heads of Delegations from the SAARC member states. Finance Minister of Nepal Yuba Raj Khatiwada chaired the meeting. The Finance Ministers/Heads of Delegation briefed the meeting about the current status of economic progress achieved by their countries. They also appreciated ADB for its contribution in the economic growth of SAARC countries. | |
| 420. |
This country has reopened a major trade route with Afghanistan recently. |
| Answer» Pakistan has reopened a major trade route with Afghanistan, the Ghulam Khan pass after four years. Authorities had closed Ghulam Khan border crossing in 2014, after the launch of military operation in North Waziristan. Pakistan's army claims that 95% of the area is now militant-free and all the militants' hideouts have been destroyed. | |
| 421. |
Recently, this country has proposed India as observer to Organisation of Islamic Conference. |
| Answer» Bangladesh has proposed restructuring of the charter of the Organisation of Islamic Conference (OIC) to pave way for inclusion of non-Muslim countries like India as an "observer state". The OIC is a 57-member grouping of Muslim majority nations. India, however, has fairly robust relations with most OIC member states. | |
| 422. |
Which country has unveiled a US$34-million plan to help bring its koala population back from the brink? |
| Answer» Australia unveiled a US$34-million plan to help bring its koala population back from the brink, following a rapid decline in the furry marsupial's fortunes. The Australian Koala Foundation estimates there may be as few as 43,000 koalas left in the wild. Under the Aus$45 million plan, thousands of hectares will be set aside to preserve the marsupial's natural habitat. | |
| 423. |
This country will host the 2018 World Robot Conference. |
| Answer» The 2018 World Robot Conference will be held in Beijing from August 15 to 19. The event will see over 12,000 competing teams and 50,000 participants from more than 10 countries and regions. The conference will greatly stimulate passion and innovation in the robot industry as well as help with research and development. | |
| 424. |
This country plans to present its first federal budget after completing the three-tier elections. |
| Answer» Nepal's Finance Minister will present the first federal budget of the Himalayan nation after completing the three-tier elections held simultaneously in the year of 2017. The Government of Nepal is expected to unveil the budget of about 16 trillion for the upcoming fiscal year. The Constitution of Nepal mandates the government to unveil the budget in a joint meeting of federal parliaments. | |
| 425. |
Which country banning products from United Arab Emirates (UAE) , Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Egypt? |
| Answer» Quatar announced that it was banning products from United Arab Emirates (UAE) , Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Egypt. To protect safety of consumers in the state of Quatar, to stop trafficking of goods. Quatar has developed new shipping routes through places like Oman and have started producing things locally including food. | |
| 426. |
This country launched a 'Gaofen-5' to monitor Air Pollution. |
| Answer» China successfully launched a hyperspectral imaging satellite 'Gaofen-5' for comprehensive observation of the atmosphere, including air pollution which is one of the country's major problems. The Gaofen-5 satellite was launched off the back of a Long March 4C rocket from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. It was the 274th flight mission by a Long March carrier rocket. It has a designed life of eight years. Gaofen-5 is the first China-developed satellite that can monitor air pollution. It can dynamically reflect the state of air pollution in China through the monitoring of air pollutants, greenhouse gases, and aerosols. The Gaofen project began in 2010. | |
| 427. |
Which country cuts funding to NASA system that monitors greenhouse gases? |
| Answer» US President Donald Trump's administration has cut off the funding for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Carbon Monitoring System (CMS). The move comes at a time when the world is struggling to combat climate change. According to Science Magazine, the United States has repeatedly proposed cuts to NASA's earth science budget, including NASA's Carbon Monitoring System (CMS). The NASA system monitors the flow of greenhouse gases. The system had till now used satellite and aircraft instruments to monitor carbon dioxide and methane levels remotely, spending $10m each year. However, it had been an obvious target considering Trump's decision to withdraw the United States from the landmark 2015 Paris agreement to fight climate change. | |
| 428. |
Which country launched airstrikes against Iran? |
| Answer» Israel and Iran were engaged in their most direct confrontation to date after Iranian forces stationed in Syria fired nearly 20 missiles targeting Israel-occupied territory and Israel Defence Forces responded with airstrikes. This marks Israel's most significant military action in Syria since the civil war started in 2011. The two countries have been engaged in a proxy war for years. | |
| 429. |
The BIMSTEC 2018 will be hold by __________. |
| Answer» Nepal's PM, KP Oli has announced to host the 2018 Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical & Economic Cooperation summit. BIMSTEC is an international organisation of 7 nations of South & South East Asia, including Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Bhutan & Nepal. BIMSTEC aims to enhance technological & economic cooperation among South & South East Asian countries. | |
| 430. |
This country launched its second IT corridor in China to cash in on the burgeoning Chinese software market. |
| Answer» India launched its second IT corridor in China to cash in on the burgeoning Chinese software market. The National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM) has established one more Sino-Indian Digital Collaborative Opportunities Plaza (SIDCOP) platform in China. In December 2017, the NASSCOM established its first SIDCOP platform in the Chinese port city of Dalian, which is India's first IT hub in China. | |
| 431. |
India and this country signs 7 agreements including one relating to land border crossing recently. |
| Answer» India & Myanmar have signed 7 agreements during the External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj's visit to Myanmar. The 7 agreements signed included one on land border crossing that will enable people from both countries to cross the land border with passport & visa for accessing health & education services. MoU on training of Myanmar foreign service officers was also signed during the meeting. | |
| 432. |
This country signs MoU with the South Asian Cooperative Environment Programme for co-operation in response to oil & chemical pollution in South Asian seas. |
| Answer» Union Cabinet has approved a MoU b/w India & South Asian Cooperative Environment Programme for co-operation in response to oil & chemical pollution in South Asian seas. The MoU aims to promote closer cooperation b/w India & other South Asian nations for protection & preservation of marine environment in the region. Indian Coast Guard on behalf of centre will be responsible for cooperation. | |
| 433. |
This bank agrees to provide Bangladesh with a grant to meet the basic needs of around one million Rohingyas, recently. |
| Answer» The World Bank (WB) is going to provide Bangladesh with a grant to meet the basic needs of around one million Rohingyas who fled from Myanmar. A WB team will be visiting Bangladesh to discuss the issue with the government. As per the WB's conditions, the entire fund that the WB has finally agreed to provide Bangladesh with will have to be spent for the Rohingyas only. | |
| 434. |
Name the second country to open its embassy in Jerusalem after USA. |
| Answer» Guatemala has opened its embassy in Jerusalem, following in the footsteps of the United States, which recently inaugurated its embassy in the city. Guatemala, the second country to recognise Israel as a state in 1948, has had a long history of military cooperation with Israel. All embassies to Israel were situated in the commercial capital Tel Aviv, before US and Guatemalan embassies moved. | |
| 435. |
With which country has India signed a MoU for cooperation in the legal field? |
| Answer» The Union Cabinet has given its ex-post facto approval for signing of the MoU for cooperation in the legal field between India and Morocco. The MoU will allow both the countries to share their experience and expertise in the field of law and legislation. The MoU will give an opportunity to the Lawyers, Law Officers and law students to discuss issues in the field of law and justice. | |
| 436. |
This country unveiled the world's first floating nuclear power station recently. |
| Answer» Russia unveiled the world's first floating nuclear power station at a ceremony in the port of the city of Murmansk where it will be loaded with nuclear fuel before heading to eastern Siberia. It will be primarily used to power oil rigs & supply electricity and heat to the most remote regions, supporting also growth and sustainable development. This is called Akademik Lomonosovwas built by Rosatom in Saint Petersburg. It is a 144 by 30 metre (472 by 98 foot) ship holds two reactors with two 35 megawatt nuclear reactors. It is a 21,000-tonne barge that will produce enough electricity to power a town of 200,000 residents, far more than the 5,000 live in Pevek, Russia. | |
| 437. |
The host country of 26th BASIC Ministerial Meeting on Climate Change is; |
| Answer» The 26th BASIC Ministerial Meeting of Environment Ministers was held in Durban, South Africa. India was represented by Union Environment Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan. In it, Dr Vardhan reiterated his appeal to make joint efforts to create a societal movement in combating climate change through "Green Good Deeds". He told his counterparts from BASIC countries and Michal Kurtyka of Poland, who will take over as next president of Conference of Parties (COP-24), that India has shown the vision and the political will to act. The Basic countries is a bloc of four countries - Brazil, South Africa, India and China, formed by an agreement on November 28, 2009. | |
| 438. |
This country Cabinet has approved 100% business ownership to foreign investors. |
| Answer» United Arab Emirates Cabinet has approved a plan to allow foreign investors to own 100% of UAE-based businesses by end of 2018. At present, foreigners generally cannot own more than 49 percent of any UAE firm unless it is incorporated in a special "free zone". The decision is part of a wider change to the system that would grant residency visas of up to 10 years to investors and specialists. | |
| 439. |
Which country is hosting the 71st World Health Assembly (WHA-2018)? |
| Answer» The 71st World Health Assembly (WHA-2018) has started in Geneva, Switzerland on May 21. In it, Union Health Minister J P Nadda is leading the Indian Delegation. In the plenary meeting of WHA, Mr. Nadda spoke on the theme "Health for All: Commit To Universal Health Coverage". He stated that the Indian government has recently launched the Ayushman Bharat programme, which rests on the twin pillars of health and well-ness centres, and the National Health Protection Mission for 100 million families covering 500 million individuals. The programme will approximately cover 40% of the India's population, who will be provided an insurance cover of Rs 500,000 per year. He further said that in line with India's ambitious plan to end TB by 2025, the Government of India (GoI) has started the implementation of a national strategic plan and allocated 550 million dollars. | |
| 440. |
Nigeria, Russia and __________ are the top three sources of money laundering in UK as per the report of National Crime Agency. |
| Answer» The United Kingdom's National Crime Agency (NCA) has placed Pakistan among the top three sources for money laundering in the United Kingdom. Nigeria and Russia are the other two countries in the top 3 sources of money laundering in UK. The NCA report states that the UK is a major destination for foreign corrupt and politically exposed people to launder money. It has identified trade misinvoicing as one of the major mechanisms used for such operations. NCA had produced a report named "National Strategic Assessment of Serious and Organized Crime 2018". | |
| 441. |
This is the host country of SCO Anti-Terror Meeting. |
| Answer» The two-day conference named SCO-Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure Legal Experts (RATS) of legal experts took place in Islamabad under the framework of Shanghai Cooperation Organization, which comprises China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, India, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Pakistan. Pakistan hosted the meeting for the first time since it became a full member of the organization together with India nearly a year ago. | |
| 442. |
Which country become the 64th signatory member of the International Solar Alliance? |
| Answer» The Netherlands has become the 64th signatory member of the International Solar Alliance. PM Modi noted that the first Indo-Dutch Centre of Excellence CoE in Vegetables had started in Baramati, Maharashtra. India also welcomed the Netherlands as the Partner Country for the TechSummit in 2019. According to data from 2016-17, the Netherlands was the fifth largest foreign investor in India. Globally, the Netherlands is India's 28th largest trading partner. Within the European Union, the Netherlands is India's sixth largest trading partner. | |
| 443. |
The first country in WHO's South-East Asia Region to eliminats Trachoma is ___________. |
| Answer» The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Nepal as free from Trachoma, the world's leading infectious cause of blindness. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared Nepal as free from Trachoma, the world's leading infectious cause of blindness. | |
| 444. |
The Third Mission Innovation Ministerial Meeting was held in which country? |
| Answer» The Third Mission Innovation Ministerial Meeting was held at Malmo, Sweden. The Indian delegation was led by Dr Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Science, Technology and Earth Sciences. Mission innovation countries launched Mission Innovation Champions Programme to felicitate clean energy innovators. Dr Harsh Vardhan inaugurated Smart Grid Workshop at Copenhagen and Chaired public-private roundtable on Strategies on Decarbonisation through innovations in Smart Grids. India announced setting up of First International Incubator for clean energy in a public-private partnership at a total investment of around US $ 5 million in Delhi. | |
| 445. |
This country tested its first drone-carried meteorological data monitor to undertake atmospheric observations recently. |
| Answer» China has successfully tested its first drone-carried meteorological data monitor to undertake atmospheric observations. Dropsonde also known as meteorological data monitor will gather data such as temperature, humidity, and wind direction and transmit them to ground receiving devices in real time. Dropsondes can be widely used in meteorological emergency, disaster & ecological monitoring. | |
| 446. |
Which country has overturned its abortion ban in response to a public referendum? |
| Answer» Ireland has voted overwhelmingly in a referendum to overturn the abortion ban.Result was a landslide 66.4% 'yes' vote against 33.6% who voted 'no'. Currently, abortion is only allowed when a woman's life is at risk, but not in cases of rape, incest or fatal foetal abnormality. One of the key cases influencing the debate on abortion in Ireland was that of Indian dentist Savita Halappanavar. | |
| 447. |
The first Latin American nation to join NATO as a global partner is; |
| Answer» Colombia has decided to formally join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). With this Colombia becomes the 1st Latin American nation to join NATO as a global partner.Colombia will join as a global partner, which means it will not necessarily have to take part in military action & will be fully accredited in Brussels. Other global partners include Mongolia, Iraq, Japan & Pakistan. | |
| 448. |
With which country India have agreed to set up a special task force to enhance connectivity between the strategic Andaman and Nicobar Islands and provinces in Sumatra Island? |
| Answer» India and Indonesia have agreed to set up a special task force to enhance connectivity between the strategic Andaman and Nicobar Islands and provinces in Sumatra Island. This will promote trade, tourism and people-to-people contacts. The Joint Task Force will undertake projects for port related infrastructure in and around Sabang which is an Indonesian island. | |
| 449. |
Which country organizing an International Conference on Trade -Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPs) convention on Biological Diversity? |
| Answer» India is organizing an International Conference on Trade -Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPs) convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) linkage in Geneva on June 7 and 8. To talk with the World Trade Organization (WTO) on issues related to prevention of theft of traditional knowledge of Ayurveda and Naturopathy. The conference will be participated by various nations like Brazil, China, Indonesia, Peru, Philippines and New Zealand. The fields for the issue will be : Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Yoga and traditional knowledge of healing properties of Neem and Turmeric. The CBD is a multi lateral agreement on sustainable development and fair sharing of benefits. It will give global protection to the knowledge and country of origin like India from theft. | |
| 450. |
This is the host country of 2018 International Conference on TRIPS- CBD Linkage. |
| Answer» The 2018 International Conference on TRIPS- CBD Linkage will be held in Geneva, Switzerland on 7-8 June 2018. The conference will bring together indigenous people/local communities in developing and developed countries, internationally acclaimed academicians working on the subject, Geneva-based negotiators and capital based experts. Resource persons, stakeholders and experts from a large number of countries, including Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Peru, Philippines, New Zealand, South Africa, Switzerland, and the US, would participate in the international conference. | |