Current Affairs - International

The previously uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe emerged in Peru. Peru is a country in Western South America, bordered by Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its diverse habitats, including the Andes mountains and the Amazon Basin rainforest, and is a major producer of lithium, lead, zinc, gold, copper, and silver.

India has taken over the Chair of the Asian Disaster Preparedness Centre (ADPC) for the year 2024-25, succeeding China. This transition, formalized on July 25, 2024, in Bangkok, Thailand, highlights India's leadership in disaster risk reduction and climate resilience. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has become a key player in advancing disaster risk reduction initiatives, including the establishment of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). The appointment of Shri Rajendra Singh from India's National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) as Chair underscores this commitment.

China is planning to gradually raise its statutory retirement age to address pension budget deficits. The current retirement age in China is among the lowest globally, with men retiring at 60, women (white-collar) at 55, and women (factory workers) at 50. The country is experiencing demographic changes, including an increase in life expectancy and a growing population of elderly citizens, which is projected to exacerbate the pension budget issues. This move aims to balance the ratio of workers supporting each retiree and ensure the sustainability of the pension system.

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defence has assured its readiness for Typhoon Gaemi, which is set to make landfall. Despite the impending storm, the nation will continue with its annual "Han Kuang" military exercises, including live-fire drills, while some air and sea exercises are cancelled. Thousands of reservists have reported for duty for these large-scale military exercises.

Yellowstone National Park, established on March 1, 1872, is recognized as the first national park in the United States and the world. Located primarily in Wyoming, with parts in Montana and Idaho, it is renowned for its geothermal features, such as the iconic Old Faithful geyser, and its diverse wildlife, including grizzly bears, wolves, and bison. The establishment of Yellowstone marked the beginning of the national park system and the global conservation movement, highlighting the importance of preserving natural landscapes and biodiversity.