What is the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC)?

The Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC) is a platform for cooperation toward carbon neutrality and net-zero emissions in Asia. It involves 11 partner countries: Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Viet Nam. The initiative focuses on energy transition, decarbonisation, supply chain resilience, and regional cooperation for sustainable growth.

Is India a founding member of AZEC?

No, India is not a founding member of the Asia Zero Emission Community (AZEC). The initiative currently includes 11 Asian and Indo-Pacific partner nations. However, India has participated in AZEC Plus discussions related to energy security and supply chain disruptions.

Where and when was the first AZEC Ministerial Meeting held?

The First AZEC Ministerial Meeting was held in Japan on March 4, 2023. It was not held in Delhi in 2021.

Where are Odesa and Dnipro located?

Odesa and Dnipro are major cities located in Ukraine. They have frequently appeared in international news due to the Russia-Ukraine conflict and aerial missile and drone attacks targeting multiple Ukrainian cities.

What is the Equator Prize 2025?

The Equator Prize 2025 is an international award announced by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) through its Equator Initiative. It recognizes Indigenous Peoples and local communities that implement nature-based solutions promoting sustainable development, biodiversity conservation, and climate resilience.

Which Indian organization won the Equator Prize 2025?

The Bibifathima Swa Sahaya Sangha (Bibifathima Self Help Group) from India won the Equator Prize 2025. It is a women-led initiative supporting over 5,000 farmers across 30 villages through millet-based multi-cropping systems, seed banks, and solar-powered processing technologies.

Which countries border the Eastern Mediterranean Sea?

Countries bordering the Eastern Mediterranean Sea include Lebanon, Israel, and Cyprus. Countries such as Tunisia, Italy, and Libya border the central or western Mediterranean, not the eastern Mediterranean.

What are snapback sanctions and who imposes them?

Snapback sanctions are reimposed sanctions triggered under specific mechanisms in international agreements. In the case of Iran’s 2015 nuclear deal (JCPOA), snapback sanctions are imposed by the United Nations through the UN Security Council mechanism. These sanctions can be reinstated if Iran is found non-compliant with nuclear commitments.

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