#1381

In 2025, Pakistan's response to the 'Middle East Crisis' (Palestine/Lebanon) was characterized by:

(a) Neutrality

(b) Strong advocacy for a two-state solution and sending humanitarian aid

(c) Banning all protests

(d) Recognizing Israel

Explanation: Pakistan continues to maintain a principled stand on Palestine, refusing to recognize Israel and demanding a return to the 1967 borders. In 2024-2025, it sent multiple batches of aid to Gaza and Lebanon, reflecting its commitment to the OIC's collective stance.

#1382

A major diplomatic challenge for Pakistan at the UN in 2025 is countering the narrative on:

(a) Climate change

(b) Terrorism and its alleged links to state actors, often pushed by India

(c) Space debris

(d) The use of Urdu

Explanation: Pakistan faces a constant diplomatic battle at the UN to counter India's efforts to label it a 'sponsor of terrorism.' Pakistan's response focuses on highlighting its own sacrifices in the War on Terror and the human rights situation in Kashmir.

#1383

In 2024-2025, which international issue saw Pakistan and the United States working in close alignment?

(a) CPEC development

(b) Counter-terrorism cooperation against IS-K (Daesh)

(c) Relationship with Russia

(d) Banning the IMF

Explanation: Both Washington and Islamabad view the rise of Islamic State-Khorasan (IS-K) in Afghanistan as a shared threat. This intelligence and security coordination remains a vital pillar of the Pak-US relationship, even as they disagree on other strategic issues.

#1384

What is the status of the 'CPEC' Phase II as of late 2025?

(a) It has been cancelled

(b) It has shifted focus to industrialization, agriculture, and high-tech cooperation

(c) It is only about building roads now

(d) It has been merged with the US Marshall Plan

Explanation: While Phase I was about infrastructure and energy, Phase II (started in 2021-22) is about 'Special Economic Zones' (SEZs), agricultural modernization, and technology transfer to make Pakistan's economy more export-oriented.

#1385

The 'Niazi' vs. the State struggle in the media in 2024-2025 has affected Pakistan's foreign policy by:

(a) Increasing exports

(b) Creating concerns among Western partners regarding political stability and human rights

(c) Joining the G7

(d) Ending the debt

Explanation: Internal political polarization often spills over into the foreign policy domain. High-profile cases, arrests, and the crackdown on political workers have led to inquiries and statements from the US State Department and the EU, complicating diplomatic engagement.

#1386

Pakistan's 'Economic Diplomacy' doctrine of 2024-2025 is summarized as shifting from:

(a) War to Peace

(b) Geopolitics to Geoeconomics

(c) East to West

(d) Agriculture to Industry only

Explanation: The 'Geoeconomic' shift means that Pakistan wants to be seen as a land-bridge and an economic partner rather than a security surrogate. This policy aims to leverage Pakistan's location for transit, trade, and regional connectivity to ensure long-term national security.

#1387

Which Pakistani city was declared as South Asia's cleanest city in 2025?

(a) Islamabad

(b) Lahore

(c) Peshawar

(d) Karachi

Explanation: Islamabad was ranked as the cleanest city in South Asia in 2025. This achievement was highlighted by international environmental organizations as a result of robust municipal management and green initiatives.

#1388

Pakistan launched which communication satellite in 2025 to enhance its digital infrastructure and broadcasting capabilities?

(a) PRSS-2

(b) PakSat-MM1

(c) Badr-C

(d) PakSat-1R

Explanation: Pakistan launched the PakSat-MM1 communication satellite in 2025. This advanced multi-mission satellite is designed to provide high-speed internet connectivity and digital television services, reducing dependence on foreign satellites.

#1389

In October 2024, Pakistan hosted which major international gathering for the first time in nearly two decades?

(a) SAARC Summit

(b) SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) Meeting

(c) OIC Foreign Ministers Meeting

(d) United Nations General Assembly Session

Explanation: Pakistan hosted the 23rd meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) in Islamabad on October 15-16, 2024. The event attended by leaders from Russia, China, and Central Asian nations, including the first visit by an Indian Foreign Minister to Pakistan in nine years.

#1390

Which international organization removed Pakistan from its 'Grey List' in October 2022 after four years?

(a) IMF

(b) FATF (Financial Action Task Force)

(c) World Bank

(d) European Union

Explanation: FATF removed Pakistan from its increased monitoring list (Grey List) in October 2022. This followed Pakistan's successful completion of two action plans involving 34 items related to anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT).

#1391

In 2025, Pakistan's foreign policy response to the escalating crisis in the Middle East emphasized:

(a) Military intervention

(b) A two-state solution for Palestine and immediate humanitarian aid

(c) Neutrality without comment

(d) Joining the NATO alliance

Explanation: Consistent with its long-standing policy, Pakistan in 2025 continued to strongly advocate for a sovereign Palestinian state based on 1967 borders and sent multiple batches of humanitarian aid to Gaza through the Al-Khidmat Foundation and official channels.

#1392

In the current 2024-2025 period, Pakistan's relationship with the Taliban-led Afghanistan is primarily strained over the issue of:

(a) Trade through Torkham

(b) The Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) safe havens

(c) Water sharing of the Kabul river

(d) The recognition of the government

Explanation: Relations between Islamabad and Kabul have been increasingly tense due to the surge in cross-border terrorism. Pakistan has repeatedly asked the Afghan interim government to stop using its soil for TTP attacks, leading to border closures and security crackdowns.

#1393

Which state's Prime Minister visited Pakistan in October 2024 to discuss 'Halal Trade' and economic cooperation?

(a) Malaysia

(b) Indonesia

(c) Singapore

(d) Brunei

Explanation: Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited Islamabad in October 2024. The visit focused on increasing trade in rice, meat, and palm oil, and both countries agreed to explore the potential of the 'Halal' economy as a major bilateral trade driver.

#1394

In the current foreign policy context (2025), Pakistan's 'Look Africa' policy focuses on:

(a) Military alliances

(b) Untapped trade potential and diplomatic presence in the African continent

(c) Religious missions

(d) Banning African exports

Explanation: The 'Look Africa' initiative aims to enhance trade with African nations, which are among the fastest-growing economies globally. Pakistan has opened new embassies and organized trade expos in cities like Nairobi and Lagos to boost non-traditional exports.

#1395

In 2025, which international body's President visited Pakistan to discuss the 'Sustainable Development Goals' (SDGs)?

(a) World Bank

(b) UN General Assembly (President of the 79th Session)

(c) IMF

(d) NATO

Explanation: The President of the UNGA visited Pakistan in 2025 to acknowledge Pakistan's progress on SDGs and its leadership role in climate diplomacy and UN peacekeeping missions, where Pakistan is one of the top troop contributors.

#1396

In early 2025, Pakistan and ______ signed a 'Trans-Afghan Railway' project agreement to connect the region.

(a) Iran and India

(b) Uzbekistan and Afghanistan

(c) China and Russia

(d) Turkey and Iraq

Explanation: The Trans-Afghan Railway project (Termez–Mazar-e-Sharif–Kabul–Peshawar) is a high-priority regional project intended to link the rail networks of Central Asia directly with Pakistan’s seaports, facilitating massive trade expansion.

#1397

Which country remains Pakistan's largest export destination in 2024-2025?

(a) China

(b) United States

(c) Saudi Arabia

(d) United Kingdom

Explanation: Despite political fluctuations, the United States remains the largest single-country market for Pakistani exports, particularly in the textile and IT sectors. Maintaining economic ties with the US is a vital component of Pakistan's 'Geo-economic' strategy.

#1398

In October 2024, which high-ranking Indian official visited Islamabad for the first time in nine years to attend the SCO summit?

(a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi

(b) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar

(c) Home Minister Amit Shah

(d) National Security Advisor Ajit Doval

Explanation: Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited Islamabad in October 2024 for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting. While no formal bilateral talks were held, the visit was seen as a significant protocol-level engagement in an otherwise frozen relationship.

#1399

In the context of 2025, the 'Working Boundary' in Pakistani terminology refers to the border between:

(a) KP and Afghanistan

(b) Pakistani Punjab and Indian-Administered Jammu & Kashmir

(c) Gilgit and Ladakh

(d) Sindh and Gujarat

Explanation: Pakistan uses the term 'Working Boundary' for the border between its province of Punjab and the territory of Indian-Administered Kashmir, as it considers the latter to be disputed territory rather than a settled international border.

#1400

In late 2025, what remains the primary prerequisite set by Pakistan for resuming 'Full Bilateral Dialogue' with India?

(a) The sharing of nuclear technology

(b) The reversal of India's August 2019 decision on Kashmir

(c) The construction of a new railway

(d) The abolition of all visas

Explanation: Pakistan's official stance remains that no meaningful dialogue or normalization of ties (including trade) can occur until India revisits its 2019 decision to revoke the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, which Islamabad views as an illegal annexation.

October 2025 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions