Important Days and Events Current Affairs MCQs

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Singapore is hosting the 22nd Shangri-La Dialogue (SLD) from May 30 to June 1, 2025. The event is organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS). This year, 47 countries will participate, including 40 Ministerial-level delegates and 20 Chiefs of Defence Forces, along with over 20 senior defence officials and experts. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan will represent India at the dialogue. The Shangri-La Dialogue is Asia’s premier defence and security summit, bringing together defence ministers, military chiefs, policymakers, and strategists worldwide. Leaders will discuss Indo-Pacific security challenges and work to strengthen defence cooperation and India’s strategic partnerships.

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The United Nations (UN) is observing the first-ever “International Day for Dialogue among Civilizations” to promote global cooperation and peace. This special day is celebrated on June 10 every year following a resolution sponsored by China and adopted by the UN last year. The day aims to encourage civil dialogue, mutual understanding, and peaceful relations between nations.

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Every year on June 13, the world observes International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) to support the human rights of people with albinism. Albinism is a genetic condition that affects 1 in 5,000 people in Sub-Saharan Africa and 1 in 20,000 in Europe and North America, according to the United Nations (UN). The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) declared IAAD on December 18, 2014, and the first observance was held on June 13, 2015. The 2025 observance marks the 10th anniversary with the theme “Demanding our rights: Protecting our skin, Preserving our lives”.

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The United Nations (UN) observes June 16 as International Day of Family Remittances (IDFR) to honour the role of migrant workers in supporting families. The theme for 2025 is “Remittances Financing Development.” Remittances impact around 1 billion people worldwide, either as senders or receivers. The campaign focuses on how remittances support Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Low- and Middle-Income Countries. It promotes financial inclusion, household economic stability, and climate resilience. IDFR was first observed in 2008 by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the World Bank.

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World Autistic Pride Day is celebrated every year on 18 June to honour the identity and pride of autistic people. It is observed by autistic individuals and their supporters to highlight the importance of acceptance and inclusion in society. The day aims to create positive change by promoting understanding and appreciation of neurodiversity. In 2025, the theme is “Unapologetically Autistic”, encouraging autistic people to embrace their true selves without pressure to hide their traits.

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World Refugee Day is observed globally on 20 June to honour the courage and strength of refugees who flee their countries due to conflict or persecution. The theme for this year is “Solidarity with Refugees”, encouraging people to go beyond words and take real action to support them. Recently, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) India held a special event at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) headquarters in New Delhi. This international day was designated by the United Nations to show respect and support for refugees across the world.

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World Rainforest Day is observed on June 22 to spread awareness about the need to protect rainforests, which are vital for climate, biodiversity, and human life. World Rainforest Day was founded in 2017 by the Rainforest Partnership, a non-profit based in Austin, Texas. In 2024, the World Rainforest Day Pledge Program was launched to encourage climate action through community-led efforts. In 2025, people are urged to become “Planet Walkers” by filming and sharing walks through forests or parks on social media to raise global awareness.

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The 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly declared 24 June as the International Day of Women in Diplomacy. In 2025, this day is observed with the theme “Eliminating structural barriers to women’s leadership in diplomacy.” The theme highlights the need for institutional reforms to support women in decision-making roles. Women diplomats today play a key role in connecting national policies with international diplomacy to promote equality, peace, and democratic values.

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International Day of the Seafarer is celebrated every year on 25 June. The day aims to acknowledge the crucial role of seafarers in maintaining the global supply chain. This year’s theme My Harassment Free Ship, highlights the need to end bullying and harassment in the maritime industry. It raises awareness about the dangers, hardships, and social challenges faced by those in the maritime profession. The objective is also to protect the rights of seafarers, improve their working conditions, and promote their welfare.

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The International Day of the Tropics is celebrated worldwide on 29 June every year to honour the biodiversity, cultural wealth, and development opportunities of tropical regions. It reminds people about challenges like climate change, deforestation, poverty, and fast urban growth in these areas. Tropical regions are vital for ecological balance and global sustainability. The day was first observed in 2016 after the “State of the Tropics” report was launched on 29 June 2014. The United Nations (UN) General Assembly declared this day to raise awareness and promote global cooperation to address issues in tropical regions.