Explanation

Veto power / Permanent members of 'The United Nation Security Council

1.      France has used its veto power sparingly, vetoing 18 resolutions 

2.      Russia has been the most frequent user of the veto. Russia/USSR has used its veto 121 times

3.     China has used the veto 16 times, with the first one

4.      United States has used the veto 82 times

5.      United Kingdom has used the veto 29 times

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Canada does not yield veto power

Germany has no veto power in the security council of the United Nations

Russia the country used veto power most of the time in UNO Security Council

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A veto is a legal power to unilaterally stop an official action. In the most typical case, a president or monarch vetoes a bill to stop it from becoming law. 

Explanation

In order to keep balance, it is important to have the feet between the centre of gravity and the centre of the Earth.

In case of climbing upwards, it is necessary to lean forward in order to keep the feet straight below the centre of gravity.

Explanation

World Red Cross Day is annually celebrated on 8 May.

World Red Cross Day is celebrated as the birthday anniversary of Henri Dunant, founder of International Committee of the Red Cross.

Henri Dunant was born on May 8, 1828.

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Explanation

The canal extends 120 miles (193 km) between Port Said in the north and Suez in the south, with dredged approach channels north of Port Said, into the Mediterranean, and south of Suez.

The construction of Suez Canal started on: 25 April 1859

Suez Canal is between the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea

The Suez Canal is located in Egypt

it was officially opened on 17 November 1869

Suez Canal serves as a transportation route between the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, making it the shortest maritime route to Asia from Europe.

Explanation

The Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) is responsible for promoting exports from Pakistan.

It facilitates exporters, provides market research, and organizes trade fairs to enhance the country's trade potential.

Explanation

Samsung is a South Korean company that is one of the world's largest producers of electronic devices.

Samsung was founded in 1938 

Samsung was founded by Lee Byung-Chul

headquartered in South Korea.

Samsung Mobile company is going to start its production in Pakistan on December 1, 2021.

Explanation

The Human Security Network (HSN) is a group of countries that share a common interest in promoting human security.

It is a people-centered approach to security that focuses on protecting individuals and communities from threats such as conflict, poverty, and natural disasters.

The HSN was established in 1998 and currently has 12 member countries:

• 1. Austria
• 2. Canada
• 3. Chile
• 4. Costa Rica
• 5. Greece
• 6. Ireland
• 7. Jordan
• 8. Liechtenstein
• 9. Mali
• 10. Norway
• 11. Slovenia
• 12. Switzerland

Explanation

Know about NATO

NATO full form: North Atlantic Treaty Organization

Founded: 4 April, 1949 (Washington, USA)

Headquarters: Brussels, Belgium

Total members: 31 (29 European & 2 North American countries)

Latest Member: Finland

Type: Military Alliance

Official Languages: English & French

Founding members: 12

Macedonia joined NATO: 27, March 2020

Pakistan: Not a NATO member

Member Muslim country: Turkiye  

On 4 April 2023, Finland became 31st member on 74th anniversary of NATO.

List of NATO member countries

1.       Albania

2.       Belgium

3.       Bulgaria

4.       Canada

5.       Croatia

6.       Czechia

7.       Denmark

8.       Estonia

9.       France

10.   Germany

11.   Greece

12.   Hungary

13.   Iceland

14.   Italy

15.   Latvia

16.   Lithuania

17.   Luxembourg

18.   Montenegro

19.   Netherlands

20.   North Macedonia

21.   Norway

22.   Poland

23.   Portugal

24.   Romania

25.   Slovakia

26.   Slovenia

27.   Spain

28.   Turkiye

29.   United Kingdom

30.   United States

31.   Finland

Explanation

Jakarta is the capital and largest city of Indonesia.

Founded on 22 June 1527

Established as Batavia on 30 May 1619

City status on 4 March 1621

Province status on 28 August 1961

Nicknames: 

The Big Durian. New York Van Java, J-Town

Explanation

Kristalina Georgieva, from Bulgaria, is Managing Director and Chairman of the Executive Board since October 1, 2019