World Current Affairs MCQs – Set 26
Test your knowledge of major international developments reported on August 30, 2026, covering diplomacy, international security, elections, trade, defence, technology and global affairs.
1. Which country rejected reopening negotiations to join the European Union in a referendum whose results were reported on August 30, 2026?
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Correct Answer: A. Iceland
Icelandic voters rejected a proposal to restart European Union accession negotiations.
Icelandic voters rejected a proposal to restart European Union accession negotiations.
2. What percentage of Icelandic voters opposed reopening EU accession talks?
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Correct Answer: C. 52.8%
The final referendum result was 52.8% against reopening negotiations and 47.2% in favour.
The final referendum result was 52.8% against reopening negotiations and 47.2% in favour.
3. Approximately what was the voter turnout in Iceland's EU referendum?
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Correct Answer: C. 82.5%
The referendum recorded a high turnout of approximately 82.5%.
The referendum recorded a high turnout of approximately 82.5%.
4. Which industry was a major source of concern among Icelandic opponents of EU accession?
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Correct Answer: B. Fisheries
Opponents argued that EU membership could affect Iceland's control over its fishing resources and quotas.
Opponents argued that EU membership could affect Iceland's control over its fishing resources and quotas.
Editorial Note: Iceland's referendum was about whether to restart accession negotiations, not whether to immediately join the European Union. A separate decision would have been required to approve any final membership agreement.
5. Which West African country held a referendum on a new constitution on August 30, 2026?
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Correct Answer: A. Guinea-Bissau
Guinea-Bissau held a referendum on a proposed constitution amid efforts to reshape the country's political system following military rule.
Guinea-Bissau held a referendum on a proposed constitution amid efforts to reshape the country's political system following military rule.
6. What major change was proposed in Guinea-Bissau's new constitutional framework?
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Correct Answer: B. Expansion of presidential powers
The proposed constitution would strengthen the presidency and alter the balance of power between the president, parliament and prime minister.
The proposed constitution would strengthen the presidency and alter the balance of power between the president, parliament and prime minister.
7. From how many seats to how many seats would Guinea-Bissau's parliament be reduced under the proposed constitution?
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Correct Answer: A. 102 to 65
The proposed constitutional reforms would reduce the number of parliamentary seats from 102 to 65.
The proposed constitutional reforms would reduce the number of parliamentary seats from 102 to 65.
8. Which country nominated Lee Hyoung-il as its new finance minister on August 30, 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. South Korea
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung nominated Vice Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il as the country's new finance minister.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung nominated Vice Finance Minister Lee Hyoung-il as the country's new finance minister.
9. Who was nominated as South Korea's new defence minister in the August 30 cabinet reshuffle?
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Correct Answer: A. Kang Shin-chul
Former deputy commander of the South Korea-U.S. Combined Forces Command Kang Shin-chul was nominated as defence minister.
Former deputy commander of the South Korea-U.S. Combined Forces Command Kang Shin-chul was nominated as defence minister.
10. Who nominated six new ministers in South Korea's major cabinet reshuffle?
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Correct Answer: C. Lee Jae Myung
President Lee Jae Myung announced the nominations as part of his first major cabinet reshuffle since taking office.
President Lee Jae Myung announced the nominations as part of his first major cabinet reshuffle since taking office.
11. Which three countries were preparing for the first meeting under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement?
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Correct Answer: A. Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye
The three countries were preparing for the inaugural meeting of the Strategic Political and Defence Committee established under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.
The three countries were preparing for the inaugural meeting of the Strategic Political and Defence Committee established under the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement.
12. In which city was the first Strategic Political and Defence Committee meeting under the Makkah agreement scheduled to take place?
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Correct Answer: C. Istanbul
The inaugural committee meeting was scheduled for Istanbul on August 31, 2026.
The inaugural committee meeting was scheduled for Istanbul on August 31, 2026.
13. What principle is included in the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement?
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Correct Answer: A. An attack on one member may be regarded as an attack on all
The agreement provides for collective security and states that an armed attack against one of the three countries shall be regarded as an attack against all.
The agreement provides for collective security and states that an armed attack against one of the three countries shall be regarded as an attack against all.
14. Which country experienced a ferry disaster off its northern coast on August 30, 2026?
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Correct Answer: A. Cyprus
A ferry travelling from Kyrenia toward the Turkish port of Taşucu capsized off the northern coast of Cyprus.
A ferry travelling from Kyrenia toward the Turkish port of Taşucu capsized off the northern coast of Cyprus.
15. How many people were reportedly on board the ferry that capsized off northern Cyprus?
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Correct Answer: C. About 267
The ferry was carrying approximately 267 passengers and crew when it capsized.
The ferry was carrying approximately 267 passengers and crew when it capsized.
16. In which Swiss city did a shooting at a rave party leave one person dead and five injured?
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Correct Answer: C. Aarau
The shooting occurred at a rave in Aarau, in Switzerland's northern canton of Aargau.
The shooting occurred at a rave in Aarau, in Switzerland's northern canton of Aargau.
17. How many people were killed in the Russian strike on a warehouse near Kyiv reported during the August 30 news cycle?
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Correct Answer: B. 37
At least 37 people were killed after a Russian drone strike triggered a fire and explosions at a warehouse in Myla, near Kyiv.
At least 37 people were killed after a Russian drone strike triggered a fire and explosions at a warehouse in Myla, near Kyiv.
Editorial Note: Reports described the site as a warehouse storing explosive materials or ammunition. Ukrainian authorities also opened an investigation into possible negligence concerning the storage of explosives near residential areas.
18. Which trade agreement did India say it aims to conclude with Chile by the end of 2026?
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Correct Answer: B. Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement
India and Chile are negotiating a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, or CEPA, with the aim of concluding negotiations by the end of 2026.
India and Chile are negotiating a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, or CEPA, with the aim of concluding negotiations by the end of 2026.
19. Where will the 2026 G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting be held?
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Correct Answer: C. Asheville, North Carolina
The United States is hosting the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in Asheville, North Carolina.
The United States is hosting the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in Asheville, North Carolina.
20. Which group of countries is represented by the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement discussed on August 30?
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Correct Answer: A. Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye
The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement brings Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye together in a trilateral collective-defence framework.
The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement brings Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Türkiye together in a trilateral collective-defence framework.
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