Lawmakers from the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) boycotted the session, citing a lack of prior consultation. Other parties listed were not identified as the primary boycotting group in the assembly session. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2008557/sindh-cm-murad-ali-shah-presents-rs356tr-budget-with-no-new-taxes-7pc-pay-raise, 17 Jun 2026]
64632
What is the primary revenue target for the petroleum levy that Pakistan aims to achieve as discussed with the IMF in 2026?
The government informed the IMF that it is well-positioned to meet the petroleum levy target of Rs1.468 trillion. Other figures are incorrect estimates of the stated fiscal goal. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/1996451/govt-hikes-petrol-price-by-rs6-diesel-by-rs19, 30 Apr 2026]
64633
Which of the following statements regarding the security of Chinese nationals in Pakistan is INCORRECT?
The statement that the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) has never claimed responsibility for attacks is false, as the BLA has previously claimed responsibility for attacks, such as the 2022 suicide bombing at the University of Karachi's Confucius Institute. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016208/security-of-chinese-in-pakistan-paramount-for-us-says-pm-shehbaz, 17 Jul 2026]
64634
Consider the following statements about the visit of the Pakistani delegation to China on 2026-07-16:
1. Ishaq Dar held a bilateral meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
2. Pakistan joined WAICO as a founding member.
3. The visit included participation in the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually correct. Ishaq Dar met with Wang Yi, Pakistan became a founding member of WAICO, and the delegation participated in the WAIC 2026. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015858/pakistan-becomes-founding-member-of-world-artificial-intelligence-cooperation-organisation, 16 Jul 2026]
64635
Which of the following is NOT a stated objective of Pakistan's participation in the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO)?
Pakistan's participation focuses on development, equitable access, and bridging the AI divide. There is no mention of establishing a military AI alliance in the agreement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015858/pakistan-becomes-founding-member-of-world-artificial-intelligence-cooperation-organisation, 16 Jul 2026]
64636
Consider the following statements about the recent developments in Pakistan-China relations:
1. The recent B2B agreements focus on healthcare, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals.
2. The government aims to convert these B2B agreements into implementable documents for CPEC 2.0.
3. The Saindak copper and gold mine is located in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statements 1 and 2 are correct as they reflect the focus of the July 2026 conference and the strategic shift toward CPEC 2.0. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Saindak copper and gold mine is located in Balochistan, not Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016208/security-of-chinese-in-pakistan-paramount-for-us-says-pm-shehbaz, 17 Jul 2026]
64637
During the visit to Shanghai on 2026-07-16, the Pakistani delegation reaffirmed commitment to high-quality development under which framework?
The Foreign Office confirmed that the leaders underscored the importance of advancing high-quality development specifically under CPEC 2.0. CPEC 1.0 refers to the earlier phase of the project. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015858/pakistan-becomes-founding-member-of-world-artificial-intelligence-cooperation-organisation, 16 Jul 2026]
64638
Who signed the agreement on behalf of Pakistan to join the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO)?
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar signed the agreement on behalf of Pakistan. Aizaz Khan and Shahzad Ahmad Khan were present to receive him but did not sign the agreement. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2015858/pakistan-becomes-founding-member-of-world-artificial-intelligence-cooperation-organisation, 16 Jul 2026]
64639
Consider the following statements about the diplomatic developments in July 2026:
1. The Prime Minister visited Iran to attend the funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
2. The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding includes a 14-point accord to address the US-Iran conflict.
3. Pakistan has accepted India's proposal to review the Indus Waters Treaty due to terrorism concerns.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 and 2 are factually correct based on the report. Statement 3 is incorrect because Pakistan explicitly rejected India's attempt to use terrorism as a pretext to place the Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012436/fo-says-pm-to-visit-iran-turkiye-from-july-3-5-to-attend-funeral-of-assassinated-iranian-supreme-leader, 02 Jul 2026]
64640
Who accompanied the Prime Minister of Pakistan on his diplomatic visit to Iran and Turkiye in July 2026?
The Foreign Office spokesperson confirmed that Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, along with cabinet members and senior officials, accompanied the Prime Minister. The other options are incorrect as they do not reflect the specific delegation composition mentioned. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2012436/fo-says-pm-to-visit-iran-turkiye-from-july-3-5-to-attend-funeral-of-assassinated-iranian-supreme-leader, 02 Jul 2026]
