The 2018 FIFA World Cup took place in Russia from 14 June to 15 July 2018, marking the first time the tournament was held in Eastern Europe.[5](https://www.jworldtimes.com/old-site/css-exclusive/css-special/css-2017-solved-papers-current-affairs-mcqs/)

Recognized for his humanitarian work amidst conflict, Mohamad Al Jounde became the first Syrian recipient of the award.

Emmanuel Macron became France’s youngest president in May 2017, succeeding François Hollande.

Pakistan and Russia conduct joint drills under the code name “Druzhba,” which translates as “Friendship,” with iterations such as Friendship-2017.

The inaugural Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation was held in Beijing in May 2017, launching China’s flagship OBOR initiative.

The World Bank’s 2020 Ease of Doing Business report placed Pakistan at 108th out of 190 economies[1](https://zicosh.com/css-current-affairs-mcqs-2020/).

Sindh has the highest proportion of urban population—over 52 percent—according to the 2017 census.

Frank-Walter Steinmeier has held the largely ceremonial office of President of Germany since March 2017.

Yogi Adityanath has served as Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh since March 2017, leading India’s most populous state.

Immediately upon taking office on Inauguration Day, President Donald Trump signed executive orders initiating the withdrawal of the United States from both the Paris Climate Agreement and the World Health Organization (WHO) in line with his administration's foreign policy priorities.