Current Events in the Philippines

In 2023, which Filipino President signed the controversial Anti-Terrorism Act, which was later challenged in the Supreme Court? A) Benigno Aquino III B) Ferdinand Marcos Jr. C) Rodrigo Duterte D) Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo

• F) Noynoy Aquino

• C) Rodrigo Duterte

• G) Ferdinand Marcos Sr.

• E) Joseph Estrada

In 2024, the Philippines and which country signed a defense agreement aimed at enhancing military cooperation? A) China B) United States C) Japan D) Russia

• B) United States

• A) India

• D) Australia

• C) South Korea

Which Philippine region experienced widespread devastation due to Typhoon Agaton in 2022, displacing thousands of people? A) Metro Manila B) Visayas C) Mindanao D) Luzon

• A) Northern Luzon

• D) Palawan

• C) Mindanao

• B) Central Luzon

In 2023, the Philippines and which other country participated in joint military exercises in the South China Sea amid territorial disputes? A) India B) United States C) Japan D) Australia

• Russia

• China

• B) United States

• South Korea

In 2024, the Philippine government announced the launch of a new initiative to boost which sector as a response to the ongoing economic recovery? A) Healthcare B) Agriculture C) Tourism D) Education

• E) Manufacturing

• C) Tourism

• F) Retail

• G) Technology

What was the main focus of the Philippine government's economic recovery plan announced in 2023? A) Infrastructure development B) Digital transformation C) Job creation D) Environmental sustainability

• A) Tax reduction

• B) Foreign investment

• D) Trade expansion

• C) Job creation

Which international organization did the Philippines join in 2023 to enhance its disaster response capabilities? A) ASEAN B) UN C) NATO D) APEC

• D) G7

• B) UN

• C) WTO

• A) EU

In 2023, which major event was held in the Philippines to promote tourism and culture? A) World Expo B) International Film Festival C) ASEAN Summit D) Philippine Arts Festival

• C) ASEAN Summit

• Global Sports Summit

• International Trade Expo

• World Music Festival

What significant environmental issue did the Philippines face in 2023, prompting government action? A) Deforestation B) Plastic pollution C) Coral reef degradation D) Air quality deterioration

• Urban heat islands

• Water scarcity

• Soil erosion

• B) Plastic pollution

In 2024, which major infrastructure project was launched in the Philippines to improve transportation? A) Metro Manila Subway B) Mindanao Railway C) North-South Commuter Railway D) Cebu Bus Rapid Transit

• B) Mindanao Railway

• Baguio Cable Car System

• Palawan Ferry Service

• Davao City Light Rail