40 Questions
What is a common goal shared by Poland, France, China, and Eastern European countries?
To promote nuclear energy as a renewable energy source
What is the name of the European Union's plan aimed at reducing carbon emissions?
European Green Deal (EGD)
Which country has closed all its nuclear power plants?
Germany
What is a concern expressed by far-right populist parties in Europe regarding the European Green Deal?
It follows the dictates of the Agenda 2030
What is a potential consequence of a more protectionist Europe?
Unfair competition with the rest of international markets
What is the main reason farmers are against the agreements with Mercosur?
Because the imported products do not meet the EU's requirements
What is the term used to describe the practice of blaming environmental policies for all the economic problems?
Greenblaming
What is the goal of the Nature Restoration Law approved by the European Parliament in 2024?
To reserve 20% of EU member states' land and sea surface for nature restoration
Why do farmers reject the reduction of emissions on agricultural farms?
Because small towns and rural areas depend on fossil fuels for transportation
What is the main reason farmers are against the energy transition?
Because it will suffocate them economically if they do not receive more aid from the EU
According to the Migration Pact, what is the purpose of re-evaluating the application procedures for asylum seekers?
To identify those who really need protection and separate them from those who do not
What is the main objective of the global energy sector's shift towards renewable energy sources?
To reduce the dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change
What is the significance of the European Council's agreement on the Migration Pact, despite the European Parliament's divisions?
It highlights the divisions within the European Union on the Migration Pact
What is the role of lithium-ion batteries in the energy transition?
They are a key component in the transition to renewable energy sources
What is the European Union's goal with the new legislation on migration and energy?
To reduce the European Union's dependence on fossil fuels and mitigate climate change
Why is the European Union seeking new markets in Latin America, particularly in countries like Bolivia, Argentina, and Chile?
To reduce its dependence on China for raw materials and support its Green Deal
What is a key aspect of the European Union's Green Deal?
Developing the energy transition and promoting renewable energies
Why is the European Union seeking to strengthen diplomatic ties with countries in Latin America?
To promote democracy, security, and respect for human rights
What is a challenge faced by the European Union in its quest to promote renewable energies?
Securing access to raw materials
What is a geopolitical objective of the European Union's visit to Latin America?
To strengthen diplomatic ties and counter the influence of China
What is a category of AI applications that requires continuous monitoring?
Systems affecting critical infrastructure and education
What is the purpose of the facial recognition cameras in large Chinese cities?
To identify and locate individuals in real-time
What is the current status of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum?
It is awaiting approval by the Member States
Which political groups are in favor of the New Pact on Migration and Asylum?
EPP / S&D / Renew
What is related to the regulation of real-time remote biometric identification systems?
AI Act
What is the main objective of the European Union's new policies in relation to immigration?
Financing countries of origin and transit to promote regular emigration
What is the common thread among the countries mentioned in the text, namely Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Gabon?
They have all experienced coups d'état recently
What is the purpose of the 200 million euros allocated to Mauritania?
To stop irregular emigration and promote regular emigration
Why is the European Parliament criticizing the European Union's agreements with countries like Mauritania and Egypt?
Because the agreements violate human rights
What is the next step in the European Union's plan to combat irregular immigration?
Signing agreements with Morocco
What is the source of funding for the European Union's agreements with countries like Mauritania and Egypt?
A previously approved budget line for immigration management
Who are the key players involved in the European Union's agreements with Mauritania?
Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazo, Ylva Johansson, and Grande-Marlaska
What is the significance of the agreement between the European Union and Mauritania?
It is an example of the European Union's new policies to combat irregular immigration
What is the purpose of the European Union's agreements with countries like Egypt and Mauritania?
To combat irregular immigration
What is the criticism from the European Parliament regarding the European Union's agreements with countries like Mauritania and Egypt?
That the agreements violate human rights and lack transparency
What is the purpose of the BRICS+ platform in the international order?
To counterbalance the forums of countries led by the West
Which of the following countries is NOT among the new candidates to join BRICS+ as of January 2024?
Milei-Argentina
What percentage of the world's population could the 10 BRICS+ countries represent?
46% of the world's population
Which country is sometimes presented in the USA as the country most likely to challenge American ascendancy in the coming decades?
China
What is a potential consequence of the rise of the Global South countries?
A shift in the global balance of power
Discover the different opinions on nuclear energy in Europe, including the European Union's Green Deal and its relation to sustainable development goals. Learn about the stance of countries like Poland, France, Germany, and China on this issue.
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