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Pakistan described its agreement with Saudi Arabia as a new strategic mutual defense pact in 2026. How did this affect Pakistan’s foreign policy portrayal?
  • A. It was emphasized as strengthening a traditional alliance.
  • B. It was denounced as illegal by the UN.
  • C. It led Pakistan to withdraw from the UN.
  • D. It had no official recognition.
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
It was highlighted as a landmark pact deepening the all-weather relationship with Saudi Arabia.
Related Question 1
What financial agreement took place between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia in April 2026?
  • A. Saudi loaned $10bn to Pakistan
  • B. Saudi extended a $3bn deposit with Pakistan’s central bank
  • C. Saudi imposed tariffs on Pakistani exports
  • D. Saudi withdrew its ambassador from Pakistan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Saudi Arabia agreed to extend a $3 billion deposit by the Saudi Fund for Development.
Related Question 2
What was the focus of the April 2026 Islamabad meeting involving Pakistan and officials from Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey?
  • A. Trade liberalization
  • B. Regional de-escalation and peace efforts
  • C. Climate change
  • D. Space cooperation
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The talks focused on restoring stability and de-escalating regional tensions.
Related Question 3
In early 2026, Pakistan’s stance on India’s elections was described as:
  • A. Fully supportive of any outcome
  • B. Neutral and welcoming a cooperative approach
  • C. Calling for international oversight
  • D. Demanding Pakistan hold elections first
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Pakistan’s foreign office said it hopes India’s new govt pursues peaceful ties.
Related Question 4
The National Threat Intelligence System (NTIS) in Pakistan is described as operating on which basis?
  • A. It tracks social media in real time for public sentiment.
  • B. It operates around the clock to monitor cyber threats.
  • C. It manages international trade tariffs.
  • D. It analyzes climate change models.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
NTIS operates 24/7 to continuously track cyber threats.
Related Question 5
Pakistan’s National Artificial Intelligence Policy, approved by early 2026, focuses on how many strategic pillars?
  • A. Four
  • B. Six
  • C. Nine
  • D. Twelve
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
The policy was described as focusing on six strategic pillars.