Current Affairs - International

Ghana's parliament has approved the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, a controversial anti-LGBTQ legislation, sparking debate and condemnation due to its stringent measures against LGBTQ individuals.

South Korea experienced a further decline in its fertility rate, reaching a record low of 0.72 in 2023. This exacerbates concerns about population decline and highlights socio-economic factors influencing birth rates, such as career advancement concerns and financial burdens.

Peru has declared a health emergency in response to the surge in dengue fever cases, with over 31,000 reported cases and 32 fatalities in 2024. This declaration encompasses 20 out of Peru's 25 regions, highlighting the severity of the situation in the country.

Maryam Nawaz, a prominent figure within the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) and daughter of former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif, achieved a historic milestone by winning the chief ministerial elections, overcoming opposition and marking a significant moment for female leadership in Pakistan's political landscape.

Vietnam aims to produce 100,000-500,000 metric tonnes of hydrogen annually by 2030 as part of its energy transition efforts. The country's hydrogen development strategy also outlines plans to increase output to 10-20 million tonnes by 2050, including green hydrogen, demonstrating its commitment to sustainable energy initiatives.