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October 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#101
Which Gulf country signed a $2.2 billion investment deal with Pakistan during a summit in Islamabad in October 2024?
(a) UAE
(b) Saudi Arabia
(c) Qatar
(d) Kuwait
Explanation: A high-level Saudi delegation visited Islamabad in October 2024 and signed 27 MoUs worth $2.2 billion. This is a critical development for Pakistan's foreign policy, as it shifts the relationship with Riyadh from one of 'financial aid' to 'economic partnership'.
#102
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.
#103
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).
#104
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.
#105
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.
#106
In October 2024, which Chinese official visited Pakistan to attend the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting?
(a) Xi Jinping
(b) Li Qiang
(c) Wang Yi
(d) Li Keqiang
Explanation: Chinese Premier Li Qiang visited Islamabad in October 2024 to attend the 23rd SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting. His visit also included bilateral meetings where both sides reaffirmed their commitment to the 'high-quality' development of CPEC Phase II.
#107
Which international body's 'Grey List' did the U.S. support Pakistan's removal from in October 2022?
(a) UN Security Council
(b) FATF (Financial Action Task Force)
(c) World Bank
(d) World Trade Organization
Explanation: U.S. technical and diplomatic support was crucial for Pakistan's exit from the FATF Grey List. By acknowledging Pakistan's progress in countering terror financing and money laundering, the U.S. helped Pakistan restore its standing in the international financial system.
#108
Which high-ranking Russian official visited Islamabad in October 2024 to attend the SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting?
(a) Vladimir Putin
(b) Mikhail Mishustin
(c) Sergey Lavrov
(d) Dmitry Medvedev
Explanation: Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin visited Islamabad in October 2024 for the 23rd meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of Government. His visit included bilateral talks on enhancing trade, particularly in energy and agriculture.
#109
In October 2024, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed how many MoUs and agreements worth $2.2 billion during a high-level investment summit in Islamabad?
(a) 10
(b) 15
(c) 27
(d) 40
Explanation: During the visit of a high-level Saudi investment delegation in October 2024, 27 MoUs and agreements worth $2.2 billion were signed. These covered diverse fields including energy, agriculture, construction, and mining, marking a shift from 'aid' to an 'investment-based' economic partnership.
#110
Which Gulf state's Prime Minister visited Pakistan in October 2024 to discuss 'Halal Trade' and economic corridors?
(a) Malaysia (not Gulf)
(b) Qatar (Emir's representative)
(c) Saudi Arabia (Minister of Investment)
(d) UAE (President's representative)
Explanation: The Saudi Minister for Investment, Khalid Al-Falih, led the October 2024 delegation. His visit was focused on integrating Pakistan into the Saudi 'Vision 2030' supply chain and increasing the export of Pakistani Halal meat and fruits to the Kingdom.
#111
Which high-ranking Malaysian leader visited Pakistan in October 2024 to discuss increased trade in rice and Halal meat?
(a) Mahathir Mohamad
(b) Anwar Ibrahim
(c) Najib Razak
(d) Muhyiddin Yassin
Explanation: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim visited Pakistan in October 2024. The visit focused on enhancing bilateral trade and economic cooperation, with both countries agreeing to explore the vast potential of the global Halal economy together.
#112
Which organization's 'CHG' (Council of Heads of Government) meeting was hosted by Pakistan in October 2024, attended by Central Asian leaders?
(a) SAARC
(b) Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)
(c) G20
(d) UN Security Council
Explanation: Pakistan hosted the 23rd SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad in October 2024. This was a major diplomatic success, bringing together leaders from Russia, China, and the Central Asian Republics to discuss regional stability and economic integration.
#113
Which specific legal document was signed by Maharaja Hari Singh in October 1947 to join the Dominion of India?
(a) Standstill Agreement
(b) Instrument of Accession
(c) Tashkent Declaration
(d) Simla Agreement
Explanation: Maharaja Hari Singh signed the Instrument of Accession on October 26, 1947. This occurred following an invasion by tribal irregulars from Pakistan's northwest. While India views this as the legal basis for its claim over the entire state, Pakistan disputes it, arguing that the accession was signed under duress and went against the logic of the partition plan.
#114
In October 2024, the Foreign Minister of India visited Islamabad for the first time in nine years to attend which summit?
(a) SAARC Summit
(b) SCO Council of Heads of Government
(c) OIC Meeting
(d) G20 Health Summit
Explanation: S. Jaishankar visited Islamabad in October 2024 for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government meeting. While no formal bilateral talks on Kashmir were held, his presence was significant as it was the first such visit by an Indian Foreign Minister since 2015, highlighting the role of multilateralism in regional engagement.
#115
Which international financial watchdog removed Pakistan from its 'Grey List' in October 2022 after four years?
(a) World Bank
(b) Financial Action Task Force (FATF)
(c) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
(d) Asian Development Bank
Explanation: Pakistan was placed on the FATF Grey List in 2018 for deficiencies in its Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regimes. After successfully implementing 34 action items, which involved major legislative and judicial reforms, Pakistan was removed in October 2022. This removal was a major foreign policy success, improving Pakistan's image in the global financial system.
#116
During a high-level summit in Islamabad in October 2024, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed 27 MoUs and agreements worth how much?
(a) $1.2 Billion
(b) $2.2 Billion
(c) $5.0 Billion
(d) $10.0 Billion
Explanation: A high-level Saudi investment delegation, led by the Minister for Investment, visited Islamabad in October 2024 and signed 27 agreements worth $2.2 billion. These deals cover sectors like construction, agriculture, energy, and mining, marking a significant milestone in transitioning the bilateral relationship from financial aid to a comprehensive economic partnership.
#117
Which high-ranking Malaysian official visited Pakistan in October 2024 to discuss increasing bilateral trade in rice and Halal products?
(a) Mahathir Mohamad
(b) Anwar Ibrahim
(c) Najib Razak
(d) Muhyiddin Yassin
Explanation: Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's visit to Islamabad in 2024 focused on expanding commercial ties beyond traditional areas. Both nations agreed to explore the potential of the global Halal economy, with Malaysia expressing interest in importing more Pakistani rice and meat products.
#118
In October 2024, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed 27 MoUs and agreements worth how much during a high-level investment summit in Islamabad?
(a) $1.2 Billion
(b) $2.2 Billion
(c) $5.0 Billion
(d) $10.0 Billion
Explanation: During the visit of a high-level Saudi investment delegation in October 2024, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed 27 MoUs and agreements worth $2.2 billion. These agreements cover various sectors such as construction, agriculture, energy, mining, and human resource development, signifying a shift from financial aid to a deep-rooted economic partnership.
#119
Pakistan hosted the 23rd Council of Heads of Government meeting of which organization in Islamabad in October 2024?
(a) SAARC
(b) Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)
(c) OIC
(d) G20
Explanation: Pakistan hosted the SCO CHG meeting in October 2024, bringing together leaders from Russia, China, and Central Asia. The meeting focused on regional connectivity, digital economy, and trade, providing Pakistan a platform to present its geo-economic potential to Eurasian powers.
#120
Which high-ranking Malaysian official visited Pakistan in October 2024 to discuss 'Halal Trade' and economic corridors?
(a) Mahathir Mohamad
(b) Anwar Ibrahim
(c) Najib Razak
(d) Muhyiddin Yassin
Explanation: Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim's visit to Islamabad in October 2024 was focused on expanding commercial ties. Both countries agreed to explore the potential of the global Halal economy, with Malaysia expressing interest in importing more Pakistani meat and rice.