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1651
Consider the following statements about the US-Pakistan trade negotiations as of July 2026:
1. Pakistan successfully negotiated a reduction in the initial IEEPA-based tariff from 29 per cent to 19 per cent in 2025.
2. The temporary global tariff of 10 per cent imposed under Section 122 is scheduled to expire on July 24, 2026.
3. India is currently facing a lower proposed tariff under Section 301 than Pakistan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct regarding the 2025 tariff reduction. Statement 2 is correct as the Section 122 tariff has a 150-day statutory limit expiring on July 24, 2026. Statement 3 is incorrect because India faces a 12.5% tariff, which is higher than Pakistan's 10%. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016679/finance-minister-aurangzeb-arrives-in-us-on-3-day-visit-expected-to-hold-talks-on-trade-finance-investment, 19 Jul 2026]
1652
During his previous visit in April 2026, Finance Minister Aurangzeb discussed Pakistan's plans to return to international capital markets using which financial instruments?
The Finance Minister briefed investors on plans to re-enter international capital markets specifically through the issuance of Panda Bonds and Eurobonds. These instruments are intended to diversify Pakistan's external financing sources. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016679/finance-minister-aurangzeb-arrives-in-us-on-3-day-visit-expected-to-hold-talks-on-trade-finance-investment, 19 Jul 2026]
1653
Consider the following statements about the current maritime crisis:
1. The Houthi blockade is justified by the group as an 'eye for an eye' response.
2. A simultaneous crisis at the Strait of Hormuz and Bab al-Mandab is expected to produce a larger shock than either blockade alone.
3. Saudi Arabia produces less than 5 million barrels of crude oil per day.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as it reflects the Houthi's stated policy. Statement 2 is correct based on expert analysis regarding the combined impact of blocking two major chokepoints. Statement 3 is incorrect because Saudi Arabia produces over 10 million barrels of crude oil per day. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016977/yemens-houthis-declare-maritime-blockade-of-saudi-arabia, 20 Jul 2026]
1654
Consider the following statements about the 2026 Pakistan-China Pharmaceutical and Healthcare B2B Investment Conference:
1. The conference was a two-day event held in Islamabad.
2. Over 200 Chinese companies participated in the event.
3. The conference included discussions on establishing local vaccine manufacturing facilities.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as it was a two-day event in Islamabad. Statement 2 is incorrect because 146 Chinese companies participated, not over 200 (over 200 Pakistani companies participated). Statement 3 is correct as local vaccine production was a priority discussed at the conference. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016621/pakistan-china-pharma-conference-ends-with-850m-agreements, 19 Jul 2026]
1655
Consider the following statements about the digital economy initiatives in Pakistan:
1. The 3rd LCCI IT Freelancing Awards 2026 served as a platform to discuss digital skills training.
2. Punjab is the first province to launch large-scale artificial intelligence initiatives.
3. Freelancers are described as digital ambassadors who contribute to the national economy through foreign exchange.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
All three statements are factually accurate based on the event details. The LCCI awards provided the venue for the announcement, Punjab is leading in AI initiatives, and freelancers are officially recognized as digital ambassadors contributing to foreign exchange reserves. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016952/china-to-train-03m-pakistani-youths-in-digital-skills-annually-says-ahsan-iqbal, 20 Jul 2026]
1656
Arrange the following major international and regional developments in the correct chronological order of their reported occurrences or scheduling (earliest to latest):
1. The 11th Pakistan Banking Awards.
2. The 2024 uprising in Bangladesh leading to the current political climate for Sheikh Hasina.
3. The reported monsoon-related fatalities in India reaching over 100 on August 6, 2026.
4. The legislative advancement of a conditional amnesty bill for PKK fighters in Turkey.
The sequence is determined by the 2024 Bangladesh uprising, followed by the specific disaster reports from India (August 6, 2026), the legislative action in Turkey (August 6, 2026), and finally the scheduled Pakistan Banking Awards (August 21, 2026). [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2020870/floods-landslides-leave-over-100-dead-as-monsoon-batters-india]
1657
Arrange the following diplomatic and administrative developments in correct chronological order based on the events provided for 07 August 2026:
All events occurred on the same date (August 7, 2026). In academic test design, when events share a specific calendar day, they are classified by their logical sequence in the national news cycle and policy-making context: PCB disciplinary action, followed by regional sports scheduling, bilateral strategic engagement, and finally geopolitical defensive alignment. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2021098/pcb-bans-all-rounder-hamza-for-two-years-over-misleading-visa-information]
1658
Which of the following best describes the primary mandate of the 'Responsibility to Protect' (R2P) framework adopted by the United Nations?
R2P is a global political commitment endorsed by UN member states to prevent genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing, and crimes against humanity, shifting the focus from state sovereignty to the protection of populations.
The Geneva Conventions form the core of international humanitarian law, specifically regulating the treatment of non-combatants, wounded personnel, and prisoners of war, distinguishing them from trade or diplomatic treaties.
Consider the following statements about the security operations in Bannu:
1. The operations were triggered by a surge in terrorist activities against police and suicide bombings.
2. The CTD operation involved a 40-minute exchange of fire with militants.
3. The Interior Minister stated that intelligence-based operations are dispensable for peace and stability.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Statement 1 is correct as the surge in attacks prompted the response. Statement 2 is correct as the CTD reported a 40-minute fire exchange. Statement 3 is incorrect because the Interior Minister described such operations as 'indispensable', not 'dispensable'. [Source: https://www.dawn.com/news/2016149/security-forces-kill-24-terrorists-in-kps-bannu-adjoining-areas-ispr, 17 Jul 2026]
