About this Study Set
This study set covers Science Diplomacy through
12 practice questions.
Explore recent scientific discoveries and international collaborations focused on Latin America and the Caribbean, highlighting cross-border relations and diplomatic efforts in science and technology. Every question includes the correct answer so you can learn as you go — pick any format above to get started.
Questions & Answers
Browse all 12 questions from the
Latin America & Caribbean Science Diplomacy: Cross-Border Deals & Research Breakthroughs study set below.
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1
Which two South American countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding in October 2023 to strengthen their ongoing collaboration in the peaceful use of nuclear technology, particularly concerning radioisotopes and research reactors?
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A
Argentina and Brazil
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B
Chile and Peru
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C
Colombia and Venezuela
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D
Ecuador and Bolivia
2
In 2023, Cuba and which European country signed a framework agreement to further their scientific and technological cooperation, including in the field of medical biophysics?
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A
Hungary
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B
Germany
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C
France
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D
United Kingdom
3
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) and which university campus signed a cooperation agreement in June 2024 to advance research in the Caribbean Blue Economy?
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A
University of West Indies – Five Island Campus
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B
University of Havana
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C
University of São Paulo
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D
National Autonomous University of Mexico
4
In March 2023, Brazil and Argentina signed agreements to cooperate in various fields, including industrial biotechnology and which other significant area involving satellite development?
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A
Space sciences
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B
Quantum computing
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C
Artificial intelligence
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D
Genetics
5
Which Spanish agency and the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) signed an agreement in July 2024 to strengthen cooperation in health, climate change, and food security?
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A
Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID)
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B
European Space Agency (ESA)
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C
World Health Organization (WHO)
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D
Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)
6
In February 2024, Cuba and which other South American country signed a Memorandum of Understanding to reinforce scientific collaboration in higher education and research?
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A
Venezuela
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B
Brazil
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C
Argentina
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D
Chile
7
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) convened a regional meeting in Brasilia, Brazil, in May 2024, focusing on which advancing scientific field for health?
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A
Human Genomics
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B
Astrophysics
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C
Nanotechnology
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D
Robotics
8
Which two countries, as of July 2025, are continuing a joint venture in biopharmaceuticals, including the establishment of a new cooperative laboratory linking their respective research centers?
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A
China and Cuba
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B
Mexico and Canada
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C
Brazil and Argentina
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D
United States and Colombia
9
In November 2024, international observatories in Chile, including ESO and the European Southern Observatory, formed a joint organization to protect the country's skies from what growing environmental risk?
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A
Light pollution
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B
Deforestation
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C
Water scarcity
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D
Air pollution
10
The Ministry of Science, Humanities, Technology, and Innovation (SECIHTI) in which country has formalized science diplomacy as a central pillar of its foreign policy since January 2026?
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A
Mexico
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B
Brazil
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C
Argentina
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D
Chile
11
In August 2023, eight countries of the Amazon Basin agreed to a declaration that puts forth a unified vision to protect the rainforest. Which organization is expected to play an important role in this initiative?
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A
Amazon Cooperation Treaty Organization (OTCA)
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B
Latin American Integration Association (LAIA)
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C
Southern Common Market (MERCOSUR)
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D
Caribbean Community (CARICOM)
12
The 'Caribbean Restoration Roadmaps Initiative' is a partnership aimed at expanding coral rescue and restoration. Which two organizations are leading this effort?
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A
AGRRA and MPAConnect
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B
NOAA and ISA
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C
PAHO and CARICOM
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D
Save Our Seas Foundation and AGRRA
