Consider the following pairs: Country Important reason for being in the news recently 1. Chad - Setting up of permanent military base by China 2. Guinea - Suspension of Constitution and Government by military 3. Lebanon - Severe and prolonged economic depression 4. Tunisia - Suspension of Parliament by President How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

Let's examine each pair: 1. Chad - Setting up of permanent military base by China: This pair is incorrect. While China has increased its influence in various African nations through economic and infrastructure projects, there are no widespread reports or confirmed evidence of China setting up a permanent military base in Chad. China's only officially acknowledged overseas military base is in Djibouti. 2. Guinea - Suspension of Constitution and Government by military: This pair is correct. In September 2021, Guinea experienced a military coup where President Alpha Condé was overthrown, and the military junta suspended the constitution and dissolved the government. 3. Lebanon - Severe and prolonged economic depression: This pair is correct. Lebanon has been enduring a severe and prolonged economic and financial crisis, which the World Bank described as one of the worst global crises since the mid-19th century. 4. Tunisia - Suspension of Parliament by President: This pair is correct. In July 2021, Tunisian President Kais Saied suspended parliament, dismissed the prime minister, and assumed executive authority amidst political turmoil and public protests. Therefore, three pairs (2, 3, and 4) are correctly matched.