CLEAN : US VP Harris launches $600m push into the Pacific

CLEAN : US VP Harris launches $600m push into the Pacific

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The video discusses the USA's renewed engagement in the Pacific region, highlighting a significant increase in funding for climate resilience and marine conservation. It outlines plans to establish new embassies in Tonga and Caracas, return Peace Corps volunteers, and expand USAID's presence in Fiji. The USA commits to a stronger partnership with the Pacific islands, addressing pressing issues collaboratively.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the new annual financial commitment from the USA to the Pacific Islands for the next 10 years?

$16 million

$100 million

$60 million

$21 million

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which areas are the USA's increased funds intended to support in the Pacific Islands?

Tourism and hospitality

Education and healthcare

Climate resilience and marine conservation

Infrastructure development

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the USA planning to establish new embassies?

Papua New Guinea and Vanuatu

New Zealand and Australia

Fiji and Samoa

Tonga and Caracas

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the steps USAID is taking to expand its presence in the Pacific region?

Building new infrastructure

Reestablishing a regional mission in Suva, Fiji

Opening a new office in Sydney

Launching a new scholarship program

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the USA's long-term goal in its partnership with the Pacific Islands?

To increase tourism

To deepen engagement and address pressing issues

To reduce military presence

To focus solely on economic growth