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Australia-Philippines Development Partnership Plan 2024-2029
International Development
This document outlines the Australia-Philippines Development Partnership Plan for 2024-2029, detailing a strategic partnership focused on shared democratic principles, regional stability, economic growth, and human development. It covers joint objectives, implementation strategies, and performance indicators across various sectors like peacebuilding, economic reform, climate resilience, and gender equality.
Diplomacy
Development Aid
Bilateral Relations
30 Questions
Medium
Ages 10+
Apr 13, 2026
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This document outlines the Australia-Philippines Development Partnership Plan for 2024-2029, detailing a strategic partnership focused on shared democratic principles, regional stability, economic growth, and human development. It covers joint objectives, implementation strategies, and performance indicators across various sectors like peacebuilding, economic reform, climate resilience, and gender equality. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
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1
What is the duration of the Australia-Philippines Development Partnership Plan?
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A
2023-2028
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B
2024-2029
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C
2025-2030
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D
2022-2027
2
In what year was the Australia-Philippines partnership formally elevated to a Strategic Partnership?
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A
2022
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B
2023
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C
2021
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D
2024
3
Which of the following is NOT a founding principle of the Australia-Philippines Strategic Partnership?
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A
Shared democratic principles
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B
A common vision for a peaceful, stable and prosperous region
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C
Exclusive focus on military cooperation
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D
Strong diplomatic and security cooperation
4
What is the primary purpose of the Australia-Philippines Development Partnership Plan (DPP)?
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A
To detail Australia's military aid to the Philippines
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B
To outline shared development priorities and how to achieve them
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C
To establish new trade agreements
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D
To coordinate disaster relief efforts only
5
Which Philippine government agency plays a central role as the key partner and counterpart to Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) in preparing the DPP?
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A
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
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B
Department of Finance (DOF)
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C
National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA)
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D
Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG)
6
In December 2023, who did Australia consult with regarding the DPP?
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A
Only Philippine government agencies
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B
Only Australian government agencies
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C
Civil society organisations, development partners, private sector, academia, and development implementing organisations
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D
Only international financial institutions
7
According to the text, what risk to development efforts in the Philippines is posed by the after-effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and underlying structural challenges?
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A
They are likely to accelerate development
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B
They risk undermining development efforts
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C
They have no significant impact
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D
They only affect economic growth
8
What was the high GDP growth rate of the Philippine economy in 2022?
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A
5.6 per cent
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B
7.6 per cent
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C
9 per cent
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D
16.7 per cent
9
Which sector, despite contributing only 9 per cent to GDP, represents one-fifth of employment in the Philippines, indicating productivity shortfalls?
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A
Technology
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B
Manufacturing
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C
Agriculture
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D
Tourism
10
What is the Philippine Government's goal for reducing the poverty rate by 2028?
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A
9 per cent
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B
15.5 per cent
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C
22.4 per cent
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D
34.8 per cent
11
In the 2023 World Justice Project Rule of Law Index, what was the Philippines' rank out of 139 countries?
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A
67th
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B
97th
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C
100th
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D
140th
12
What is a crucial test for the peace process in Muslim Mindanao, anticipated in 2025?
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A
The establishment of new economic zones
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B
The BARMM election
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C
The signing of a new trade treaty
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D
The implementation of a new infrastructure project
13
Which international convention and award does the Philippines advocate for respect in the South China Sea?
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A
UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and the 2016 Arbitral Award
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B
The Geneva Conventions and the Hague Convention
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C
The Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement
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D
The Bretton Woods Agreement and the Marshall Plan
14
The Philippines ranked 77th out of 81 countries in the OECD's 2022 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). What is a contributing factor mentioned for this ranking?
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A
Excessive government funding for education
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B
Extended school closures during the COVID-19 pandemic
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C
High student-teacher ratios
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D
Lack of technological resources
15
According to the 2023 World Risk Report, what is the Philippines' ranking in terms of risk from disasters?
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A
Third
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B
Tenth
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C
First
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D
Fiftieth
16
What percentage of Filipinos hold a bias against women, according to the UNDP's Gender Social Norms Index?
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A
50.5%
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B
75.5%
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C
99.5%
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D
100%
17
What is the overarching goal for the Australia-Philippines development partnership?
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A
To become the largest trading partners
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B
To achieve full economic independence for the Philippines
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C
A stable, prosperous and resilient Philippines
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D
To establish a joint space program
18
Australia's development program has evolved from direct program delivery to what?
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A
Providing only humanitarian aid
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B
Focusing solely on military assistance
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C
Providing technical assistance, capacity building, and institutional strengthening
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D
Withdrawing all development support
19
What is identified as a key focus area for Objective 1: Enhancing the conditions for stability?
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A
Renewable energy development
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B
Agrifood systems research
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C
Peacebuilding
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D
Digital infrastructure
20
Which economic sectors are identified as key areas for Australia's support in the Philippines under Objective 2?
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A
Tourism and hospitality
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B
Infrastructure, renewable energy, resources, telecommunications, and digitalisation
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C
Textiles and fashion
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D
Mining and quarrying
21
What is a critical factor for the Philippines to achieve its ambitions for sustainable economic growth, according to the document?
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A
Increased reliance on foreign aid
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B
Well-implemented economic reforms, stronger institutions, and robust public financial management
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C
Protectionist trade policies
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D
Reduced foreign investment
22
What is a critical factor for the Philippines to meet its development potential regarding women's economic empowerment?
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A
Decreasing women's participation in the workforce
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B
Focusing solely on traditional gender roles
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C
Concerted efforts to address social norms, unequal access to finance, and fewer formal labour market opportunities
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D
Limiting access to education for women
23
What is Objective 3 of the Australia-Philippines development partnership focused on?
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A
Expanding military alliances
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B
Increasing institutional and community resilience to social, economic and climate-related shocks
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C
Promoting cultural tourism
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D
Developing new space technologies
24
What principle is a core feature of how Australia works in delivering development assistance in the Philippines?
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A
Top-down implementation
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B
Locally led development
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C
Exclusion of local partners
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D
Centralized decision-making
25
How often will High-Level Consultations on development cooperation be held between Australia and the Philippine NEDA and Department of Finance?
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A
Annually
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B
Biannually
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C
Quarterly
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D
Every five years
26
When is the mid-cycle review of the DPP scheduled to be undertaken?
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A
2025
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B
2026
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C
2027
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D
2028
27
Which of the following is NOT listed as a focus area for Objective 3: Increasing institutional and community resilience?
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A
Disaster/climate resilience
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B
Humanitarian assistance
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C
Maritime security
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D
Social protection
28
What is the name of the framework that provides a selection of indicators and expected results for the first 3 years of the DPP?
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A
Performance Evaluation Framework (PEF)
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B
Results Measurement Framework (RMF)
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C
Performance Assessment Framework (PAF)
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D
Strategic Outcomes Framework (SOF)
29
Which Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) is directly addressed by Outcome 1.1, which focuses on strengthening targeted institutions for stability, peace, and security?
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A
SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
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B
SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
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C
SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
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D
SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
30
What is the expected result for Indicator 1.2.3 regarding additional boys and girls in conflict-affected communities by 2026-27?
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A
500 additional
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B
1,000 additional
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C
2,000 additional
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D
No target available
