Question 1

Which two Asian countries recently agreed to a feasibility study for a space launch site in Southeast Asia, leveraging South Korea's space project experience?

Accepted Answer

South Korea and Thailand

Question 2

The ASEAN-India Science & Technology Cooperation framework, established in 1996, has been significantly enhanced, particularly with a dedicated fund established in which year?

Accepted Answer

2008

Question 3

What joint research initiative was launched in 2006 between Japan and China to promote mutual understanding of World War II history?

Accepted Answer

The Japan-China Joint History Research Committee

Question 4

Which Asian partnership, initiated in 2006 and expanded in 2009, focuses on regional collaboration for emerging infectious diseases, involving countries like China, Thailand, and Vietnam?

Accepted Answer

Asian Partnership on Emerging Infectious Diseases Research (APEIR)

Question 5

Taiwan and Singapore have agreed to deepen cooperation in several technology fields. Which of these is NOT among the highlighted areas of their partnership?

Accepted Answer

Quantum Computing

Question 6

The India-Japan partnership on green hydrogen aims to achieve national climate goals. What are the target years for India and Japan to achieve carbon neutrality/net-zero emissions, respectively?

Accepted Answer

2070 and 2050

Question 7

A recent collaboration between Vietnam and South Korea involves strengthening cooperation in physics and interdisciplinary sciences. Which centers are part of this MoU?

Accepted Answer

Asia-Pacific Center for Theoretical Physics (APCTP) and International Centre for Interdisciplinary Science and Education (ICISE)

Question 8

Which two countries are collaborating to promote low-carbon and renewable hydrogen/ammonia ecosystems through a Joint Declaration of Intent signed in August 2025?

Accepted Answer

India and Japan

Question 9

The 'K-Research Lab' model, originating from South Korea and first transplanted to Vietnam, is planned to be expanded to which region?

Accepted Answer

Southeast Asia

Question 10

In the context of global health diplomacy, which Asian countries have been noted for advocating joint research, resource-sharing, and resilient health systems, especially post-COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

All of the above

Question 11

What is the primary focus of the 'A Shared Voyage' program, a recent expedition involving young scientists from China and the US?

Accepted Answer

Marine conservation and climate change

Question 12

The China-ASEAN Beijing Declaration on Cooperation in Innovation of Health Products and Technologies calls for several actions. Which of the following is a key objective?

Accepted Answer

Establish a China-ASEAN Collaboration Center for Health Product Innovation

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