Q214
With reference to the 'Trans - Pacific Partnership', consider the following statements: 1. It is an agreement among all the Pacific Rim countries except China and Russia. 2. It is a strategic alliance for the purpose of maritime security only. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A.
1 only
AnswerB.
2 only
C.
Both 1 and 2
D.
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The Trans - Pacific Partnership (TPP), or Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement, was a proposed trade agreement between Australia, Brunei, Canada, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore, Vietnam, and the United States signed on 4 February 2016.