World Organizations – GK Questions

The CATF develops policy recommendations for regulating crypto-asset markets, focusing on investor protection, market integrity, and financial stability. It addresses issues like custody, disclosure, market manipulation, and cross-border cooperation for this rapidly evolving sector.

GDPC leverages technology (e.g., mobile apps, GIS, AI) to enhance early warning, risk communication, and community preparedness. It fosters innovation and partnerships to ensure vulnerable communities can anticipate, absorb, and recover from shocks and stresses.

Olympic Solidarity, funded by broadcast rights revenue, promotes universality and equity in sport. It supports athlete scholarships, coach training, NOC management, and legacy projects, ensuring all NOCs can participate effectively in the Olympic Movement regardless of resources.

Seabed 2030 is a collaborative project between IHO and the Nippon Foundation. It coordinates efforts to compile all available bathymetric data, fill gaps through new surveys, and make the data freely available to support ocean science, navigation safety, and sustainable blue economy development.

The Columbus Programme helps customs administrations implement the SAFE Framework, adopt WCO tools (e.g., HS, data models), and build institutional capacity. This enhances trade facilitation, revenue collection, security, and compliance with international standards.

IEA TCPs are autonomous, government-to-government agreements enabling joint research on specific technologies (e.g., solar PV, hydrogen, CCS). They accelerate innovation, share costs and risks, and facilitate knowledge transfer to deploy clean energy solutions globally.

IsDB operates on Islamic finance principles: profit-and-loss sharing, asset-backed financing, and prohibition of interest (riba). It provides development financing through instruments like Murabaha, Ijara, and Sukuk, promoting inclusive growth in member countries and Muslim minorities globally.

ISO 45001 helps organizations proactively manage OH&S risks, prevent work-related injury and ill health, and foster a positive safety culture. It aligns with other ISO management system standards (e.g., ISO 9001, 14001) for integrated management approaches.

The Postal Development Report provides data and analysis on postal sector trends: digital transformation, financial inclusion, e-commerce logistics, and sustainability. It helps policymakers and operators benchmark performance and align postal services with broader development objectives.

The 'Grey List' (officially: Jurisdictions under Increased Monitoring) includes countries committed to addressing AML/CFT deficiencies within agreed timeframes. Being listed can affect international financial transactions and reputation, incentivizing reforms to meet FATF standards.

The three main deep-sea mineral types under ISA regulation are: polymetallic nodules (seafloor), polymetallic sulphides (hydrothermal vents), and cobalt-rich ferromanganese crusts (seamounts). The mining code aims to ensure environmental protection, equitable benefit-sharing, and scientific research.

The Emissions Gap Report is a flagship UNEP publication. It quantifies the gap between current pledges (NDCs) and emissions pathways consistent with limiting warming to 1.5°C or 2°C, informing policymakers and the public on the urgency of enhanced climate action.

The ACWG, established in 2010, drives G20 anti-corruption efforts. It promotes implementation of international conventions, strengthens asset recovery mechanisms, enhances public sector integrity, and fosters private sector compliance to combat corruption as a barrier to growth and development.

OPEC+ comprises 13 OPEC members plus 10 non-OPEC oil exporters (led by Russia). Formed in 2016, this alliance coordinates voluntary production adjustments to balance supply and demand, support price stability, and ensure long-term market sustainability.

PfP is a key NATO outreach tool, with over 20 partner countries. It enhances interoperability, promotes democratic civil-military relations, and supports partners in defense reforms. Participation does not guarantee NATO membership but builds trust and practical cooperation.

The principle of primacy, established by the European Court of Justice in Costa v ENEL (1964), holds that EU law prevails over conflicting national law. This ensures uniform application of EU rules across all member states, essential for the functioning of the single market and legal order.

The AEC Blueprint 2025's fourth characteristic emphasizes people-centered, people-oriented development. This includes enhancing MSME participation, promoting inclusive growth, protecting labor rights, and ensuring benefits of integration reach all segments of ASEAN societies.

AfCFTA, operational since 2021, is the world's largest free trade area by number of countries (55). It aims to boost intra-African trade, industrialization, and economic integration by eliminating tariffs on 90% of goods and addressing non-tariff barriers.

The 'Shanghai Spirit' guides SCO cooperation. A core focus is joint efforts against terrorism, separatism, and extremism through intelligence sharing, joint exercises, legal harmonization, and capacity building via the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS).

The CRA, with $100 billion in committed funds, allows BRICS members to access short-term liquidity support via currency swaps during balance of payments pressures. It complements IMF resources and enhances financial stability among emerging economies.