The Dhaka Times Desk In the outgoing year 2022, the most discussed event in the international arena was the Ukraine war. Russia started attacking Ukraine on February 24 after Ukraine's accession to NATO.
Russia also accuses the United States of strengthening Ukraine with military equipment. The idea that this war will be short is proven wrong until the end of the year, which means that the war is still going on. Later in the year, Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to prolong the war. This war started when the world economy could not overcome the crisis caused by Corona. Due to which the food price increases drastically in underdeveloped and developing countries. Because Ukraine is one of the world's leading wheat exporters. At the beginning of the war, food exports came to a complete halt. Russia later allowed the passage of food ships through the mediation of Turkey.
Death of Queen Elizabeth II and accession of Charles to the British throne
Prince Charles ascended the British throne after Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96 on September 8 this year. That is why he was named King Charles III. In February, Elizabeth celebrated her 70th year on the throne, or her platinum jubilee. He was the longest-reigning member of the British royal family. Earlier this record was held by Queen Victoria (63 years). The King or Queen of Britain also enjoys the status of head of government of 14 Commonwealth countries in addition to Great Britain. On the other hand, Charles has to wait the longest time to sit on the throne i.e. 73 years. On May 6, 2023, the new King Charles and his wife Camilla will officially ascend the throne at Westminster Abbey.
Imran Khan is on the streets again
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Pakistan (PTI) chief Imran Khan returned to the political arena after losing power in a no-confidence vote in Pakistan. His coalition collapsed on April 9 this year. Since then, he has kept the field of politics hot for almost a whole year. On April 11, the country's anti-parliamentary PML-N leader, Shahbaz Sharif, became prime minister. Imran Khan also led several long marches throughout the year. On November 3, a failed attempt was made to assassinate him during a rally in Wazirabad, Punjab.
Britain has had three Prime Ministers in one year
Prime Minister changed twice in Britain this year. Boris Johnson was Prime Minister until September 6. Then Liz Truss came to this position. He was at Number 10 Downing Street for a very short time. He had to resign after 44 days in that position. In came Rishi Sunak, the first British Prime Minister of Indian origin. Truss resigned on October 20, mainly after the failure of the economic program and the loss of confidence in his own party, the Conservative Party. After that, Sunak took the helm of the government after winning the party vote. He became MP only 7 years ago.
Presidential election in the Philippines
The son of the dictator Ferdinand Marcos, who was once forced to leave the country in the face of mass protests by the people of the Philippines, returned to the top position of power in the country this year. Presidential elections were held in the country on May 9. The main contenders were Ferdinand Marcos Jr. (Bongbong Marcos) and Rene Robredo. Robredo was the vice president of outgoing President Rodrigo Duterte. Many people think that Duterte's indiscriminate killing of people in the control of drugs made the public angry with him.
Chief Executive Election in Hong Kong
Hong Kong's chief executive election is not normally the subject of international media attention, but the election held on May 8 caught everyone's attention mainly for two reasons. One is to observe the impact of the protracted movement of democrats. Although the movement that started in 2019 came to a halt in the clutches of Corona the following year, its remnants are believed to still remain. Another reason is that this election was held 25 years after the autonomous region was handed over to China.
Farewell to the royal family
Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa fled the country in July this year in the face of a strong mass tide. On July 9, scenes of ordinary people storming the presidential palace caused a stir on social media. He sent his resignation letter on July 14 this year. Just two months earlier, Prime Minister (his brother) Mahinda Rajapakse had left the country amid protests. Many MPOs of his party were harassed. Mass protests started in the country from the second week of April due to the economic crisis caused by corruption and mismanagement. After Mahind left the post of Prime Minister, Bikramasing took the post and later became the President. Despite all this, the monarchists remained the majority in the parliament.
Rise of Aam Aadmi Party
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's Aam Aadmi Party won 5 seats in the Gujarat Assembly elections. BJP as usual retains majority of seats. AAP getting 5 seats is not a big event but the significant thing is - earlier in 2017 they got only 1 percent votes. It has increased to 13 percent. As a result, the party also got the recognition of a national party by the Election Commission. Their achievements in the elections surpassed even the Congress. The Congress vote has dropped to 27 percent from 41 percent earlier.
Assassination of Shinzo Abe
Former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo was shot dead on July 8 this year during a political rally. In Japan, known as a peaceful country, a former prime minister of that country was killed.
Presidential election in France
This year, the presidential election was held in two phases on April 10 and 24. In this, President Emmanuel Macron kept his position intact by defeating Mary Lippen. Macron's main rival in the previous election was Lippen of the far-right National Rally Party.
Things to do to prevent Corona virus
# try to stay at home all the time.
# Follow the rules and use mask when going out for emergency.
# three-layer cloth mask can be washed if desired.
# wash clothes after coming home from outside. Or hang it without shaking for at least four hours.
# Wash hands thoroughly (for at least 20 seconds) with soap or liquid before coming outside.
# plastic PPE or eyes, face, head must be washed thoroughly with detergent and dried after one use.
# Wear PPE made of cloth or clean as described.
# Use a head cap that completely covers the hair.
# Those who have sneeze cough should follow all the rules promulgated by the government. Also, wash hands as directed before and after handling food items, keys, switches, mice, remote controls, mobiles, watches, computer desks, TVs, etc. and after using the bathroom. Those who have dry hands use Moisture after washing their hands. Soap or hand liquid can be used. Why can this virus remain in the crackle (cracked part) of dry hands? Avoid using highly alkaline soaps or detergents.
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