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In June 2021, the union cabinet has approved the MoU signed between the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Govt of India, and Ministry of National Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, Govt of which country on cooperation in the field of sustainable urban development?

In June 2021, the union cabinet has approved the MoU signed between the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Govt of India, and Ministry of National Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, Govt of which country on cooperation in the field of sustainable urban development? Correct Answer Maldives

The correct answer is ​Maldives.

  • The union cabinet has approved the MoU signed between the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Govt of India, and Ministry of National Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, Govt of Maldives.
  • The MoU is on cooperation in the field of sustainable urban development.
  • A Joint Working Group will be constituted to strategize and implement programmes on cooperation under the framework of the MoU.
  • Maldives: 
    • Capital - Malé.
    • Currency - Maldivian rufiyaa.
    • President - Ibrahim Mohamed Solih.
    • National Sport - Association football.

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