CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Spanish Government has authorised Spain to join the International Solar Alliance (ISA) by signing its Framework Agreement. Spain has significant renewable energy resources, especially in terms of solar energy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Italy signed the International Solar Alliance under the amended International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement on 17 March 2021.

Detailed explanation-3: -Our country is recognized as one of the global leaders in other renewable energy sources as hydro, biomass, and wind power. Thus, it is time for Brazil to make up for lost time and a full membership in ISA is going to contribute to speed up Solar PV expansion in the country.

Detailed explanation-4: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is Sweden. Sweden has ratified the framework agreement for the International Solar Alliance (ISA). It is now a member of the global platform, which is an initiative of India aimed at promoting renewable energy and sustainable development.

Detailed explanation-5: -The External Affairs Ministry said Ambassador of Republic of Congo, Raymond Serge Bale signed the International Solar Alliance Framework Agreement in the presence of Joint Secretary. India has welcomed Congo to International Solar Alliance.