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1156.
Which country recently received the approval of the second tranche of around $337 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF)?
Bangladesh
Sri Lanka
Pakistan
Myanmar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Sri Lanka secured approval from the IMF for the second tranche of $337 million under the Extended Fund Facility, providing significant financial support for the nation's economic recovery plan.

1157.
Which city ranked highest in the Quality of Living Index 2023 by Mercer?
Vienna
Zurich
Munich
Vancouver
Answer: Option
Explanation:
According to Mercer, Vienna, Austria topped the 2023 Quality of Living Index for the 10th year in a row. Zurich, Switzerland and Auckland, New Zealand ranked second and third, respectively.

1158.
In 2023, which country surpassed Afghanistan as the world's leading opium source?
Laos
Myanmar
Colombia
Mexico
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Myanmar surpassed Afghanistan as the world's leading opium source in 2023, marking a significant shift attributed to expanding cultivation during Myanmar's civil war and a decline in opium cultivation in Afghanistan.

1159.
Which countries jointly launched the MisrSat-2 Satellite?
China and Egypt
Russia and Brazil
USA and India
Japan and South Korea
Answer: Option
Explanation:
China and Egypt collaborated to develop and jointly assemble the MisrSat-2 Satellite, representing a significant milestone in their space partnership. The satellite was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China using the Long March-2C carrier rocket.

1160.
Which country has officially withdrawn from China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)?
Kyrgyzstan
Italy
France
Pakistan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Italy's decision to withdraw from China's Belt and Road Initiative reflects a complex evaluation of economic, geopolitical, and strategic considerations.