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Explanation

The latest declaration from the Commonwealth focuses on the "Connectivity Agenda for Trade and Development." 

This initiative emphasizes enhancing trade ties among member states to foster sustainable economic growth and development.

It aims to improve access to markets, facilitate investment, and promote sustainable practices across the Commonwealth.

Explanation

In the 20th century, another organization established for multi-purposes, aside from the United Nations, was the League of Nations.

The League of Nations was the first worldwide intergovernmental organisation whose principal mission was to maintain world peace.

Founded: 10 January 1920

Founder: Woodrow Wilson

Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland

Ceased operations: April 20, 1946

Explanation

The preamble of the United Nations Charter begins with the line "We the people of the United Nations...".

The Charter of the United Nations is the founding document of the United Nations, and it was signed in 1945 by 51 countries.

Explanation

NATO will to set up a new land command in Finland near the Russian border in 2025.

Purpose: To lead land force operations in northern Europe during potential military conflicts.

Finland joined NATO in 2023 and is preparing for the alliance’s presence on its territory.

Additional Info About NATO

Full Form: North Atlantic Treaty Organization.

Founded: 1949

Type: Military Alliance

Members: 32

HQ: Brussels, Belgium.

Explanation

The G20 is an intergovernmental forum comprising 19 countries and the European Union.

Founded: September 26, 1999.

Explanation

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) works to foster sustainable economic growth by providing financial assistance, policy advice, and technical support to member countries.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a major financial agency of the United Nations and an international financial institution

IMF founded: 27 December 1945

IMF headquarters: Washington, USA

IMF total members: 190

IMF official language: English

Explanation

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) supports global economic growth and financial stability by providing financial assistance and policy advice to member countries.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a major financial agency of the United Nations and an international financial institution.

IMF founded: 27 December 1945

IMF headquarters: Washington, USA

IMF total members: 190

IMF official language: English

Explanation

The President of the ICJ is elected by the judges of the court for a three-year term.

The ICJ's headquarters are in The Hague, Netherlands, established in 1945.

1st President: José Gustavo Guerrero (1946-1949)

2nd President: Jules Basdevant (1949-1952)

3rd President: Arnold McNair (1952-1955)

Explanation

Boko Haram is a terrorist group based in Nigeria.

It is known for its violent insurgency and opposition to Western education and values.

Nigeria got Independence from the great Britain on October 1st, 1960.

Abuja is the capital while the Naira is the currency of Nigeria.

Explanation

RCD was established on: 21 July, 1964

RCD was dissolved in: 1979

RCD stand for Regional Cooperation for Development

RCD: Established by Iran, Pakistan and Turkey

RCD headquarters: Iran