(JAN 2023 Pak Aff) Mcqs Planet Flashcards
The E-Khuli Kachehri to reach out to Pakistan diaspora in Denmark was held on?
A. 28 January 2023
B. 30 January 2023
C. 31 January 2023
D. 1st February 2023
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Correct Answer: B. 30 January 2023
The 2023 Peshawar mosque bombing was a terrorist attack that killed over:
A. 101 people
B. 143 people
C. 169 people
D. 200 people
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Correct Answer: A. 101 people
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The 2023 Peshawar mosque bombing was a terrorist attack that killed 101 people on 30 January 2023, at around 1:30 p.m. PKT, in the city of Peshawar, in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan. The mosque is located inside a high-security compound that includes the headquarters of the provincial police force and a counterterrorism department. At the time of the bombing, between 300 and 400 police officials were offering their Zuhr prayers.
The 2023 Peshawar Mosque bombing was occurred on:
A. 28 January 2023
B. 29 January 2023
C. 30 January 2023
D. 31 January 2023
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Correct Answer: C. 30 January 2023
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The 2023 Peshawar mosque bombing was a terrorist attack that killed 101 people on 30 January 2023, at around 1:30 p.m. PKT, in the city of Peshawar, in the northwestern province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in Pakistan. The mosque is located inside a high-security compound that includes the headquarters of the provincial police force and a counterterrorism department. At the time of the bombing, between 300 and 400 police officials were offering their Zuhr prayers.
Who has conducted the E-Khuli Kachehri to reach out to Pakistan diaspora in Denmark?
A. H.E Ahmad Farooq
B. Moazzam Ahmad Khan
C. Shahbaz Sharif
D. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari
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Correct Answer: A. H.E Ahmad Farooq
Former DG Intelligence Bureau (IB) Masood Sharif Khan Khattak passed away on:
A. January 25, 2023
B. January 27, 2023
C. January 29, 2023
D. January 31, 2023
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Correct Answer: C. January 29, 2023
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Former director general of Intelligence Bureau (IB) Masood Sharif Khan Khattak passed away in Karak district on January 29, 2023 due to cardiac arrest. He was 72. Mr Khattak left a widow, a son and two daughters to mourn his death. He was born in Karak on June 5, 1950. He also remained director general of the Federal Investigation Agency from 1992-1993 and DG IB from 1993-1996 during the tenure of the Pakistan Peoples Party government. He also served as vice-president of PPP from 1999 to 2008.
On January 29, 2023, FM Bilawal Bhutto arrives in which country on a two-day official visit?
A. USA
B. China
C. Turkey
D. Russia
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Correct Answer: D. Russia
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Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari arrived in Moscow on January 29, 2023 on a two-day official visit. The foreign minister and Commerce Minister Syed Naveed Qamar are also expected in Washington soon as part of Pakistans effort to re-engage with the US. Upon his arrival in Moscow, Mr Bhutto-Zardari was received by senior officials of the Russian foreign ministry, Pakistans Ambassador to Russia Shafqat Ali Khan and other embassy officials.
Who has been named as ICC Men’s ODI Player of the Year 2022?
A. Harry Brook
B. Virat Kohli
C. Babar Azam
D. Steve Smith
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Correct Answer: C. Babar Azam
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There were match-winning knocks, spell-binding stroke-play and memorable moments from a personal perspective and his team in 2022 as Pakistan skipper Babar Azam claimed the ICC Men’s ODI Cricketer of the Year Award for a second consecutive year.
Who has been named as ICC Men`s Cricketer of the Year 2022?
A. Muhammad Rizwan
B. Babar Azam
C. Virat Kohli
D. Pat Cummins
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Correct Answer: B. Babar Azam
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The ICC Men`s Cricketer of the Year award is staying in Pakistan. Pakistan captain Babar Azam on January 26, 2023 bagged the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy, following speedster Shaheen Shah Afridi in becoming only the second cricketer from the country to win the prestigious award given to the best player across all formats by the International Cricket Council.
Who has been appointed as Lahore Capital City Police Officer?
A. Bilal Siddique Kamyana
B. Ashfaq Ahmad Khan
C. Muhammad Umar Sheikh
D. Ghulam Mahmood Dogar
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Correct Answer: A. Bilal Siddique Kamyana
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CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana belongs to 24th Common of Police Service of Pakistan. He served at numerous key posts as RPO Faisalabad and Sheikhupura regions, CPO Rawalpindi, DPO Sialkot, Narowal and Okara, DIG R&D CPO, DIG SPU, SSP CTD and other high ranking positions. CCPO Lahore Bilal Siddique Kamyana also has experience working in the Provincial metropolis as SP in Operations, Investigation and Security wings.
Muhammad Azam Khan sworn as current caretaker of KPK on:
A. 20 January 2023
B. 21 January 2023
C. 22 January 2023
D. 23 January 2023
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Correct Answer: B. 21 January 2023
Who is the current Caretaker Chief Minister of KPK?
A. Mahmood Khan
B. Dost Muhammad Khan
C. Muhammad Azam Khan
D. Pervez Khattak
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Correct Answer: C. Muhammad Azam Khan
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The Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Haji Ghulam Ali on Saturday 21 Jan, 2023, appointed Muhammad Azam Khan as the Caretaker Chief Minister of the Province.
Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi sworn as Caretaker CM of Punjab on:
A. 23 Jan, 2023
B. 22 Jan, 2023
C. 20 Jan, 2023
D. 24 Jan, 2023
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Correct Answer: B. 22 Jan, 2023
Who is the current Interim Chief Minister of Punjab?
A. Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi
B. Hamza Shahbaz
C. Pervaiz Elahi
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: A. Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi
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Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi was sworn in as the Caretaker Chief Minister of Punjab on 22 Jan, 2023, hours after the Election Commision of Pakistan (ECP) unanimously decided to appoint him to the post.
Who is the current Chief Secretary of Punjab?
A. Naveed Akram Cheema
B. Yousuf Naseem Khokhar
C. Zahid Akhtar Zaman
D. Abdullah Khan Sumbal
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Correct Answer: C. Zahid Akhtar Zaman
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Newly-appointed Chief Secretary Punjab Zahid Akhtar Zaman assumed charge of his office here on 24 January 2022. Mr. Zahid Akhtar Zaman belongs to the 24th Common of Pakistan Administrative Service (PAS) and has vast experience in the field of administration. Prior to his posting as the Chief Secretary Punjab, he was serving as Senior Member Board of Revenue. Mr. Zahid Akhtar Zaman had held key positions in different federal and provincial departments including Additional Chief Secretary (South Punjab), Secretary Primary and Secondary Healthcare, and Director-General of Lahore Development Authority.
Who is the current IG of Punjab Police?
A. Rao Sardar Ali
B. Mohammad Aamir Zulfiqar
C. Faisal Shahkar
D. Usman Anwar
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Correct Answer: D. Usman Anwar
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Dr. Usman Anwar is the Current IG of Punjab Police. Appointed on 24th January 2023. The federal government also removed Punjab IGP Amir Zulfiqar and replaced him with Dr Usman Anwar.The centre has asked IGP Amir Zulfiqar to report to the Establishment Division in Islamabad, according to a notification issued in this regard. Dr. Usman Anwar was working for National Highways and Motorway Police.
Who is the current chief selector of the Pakistan men’s national team?
A. Shahid Afridi
B. Abdul Razzaq
C. Haroon Rasheed
D. Rashid Latif
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Correct Answer: C. Haroon Rasheed
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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Management Committee Chairman Najam Sethi on 23 January 2022 announced the appointment of former Test cricketer Haroon Rasheed as the national men’s team chief selector. Rasheed, who represented Pakistan in 23 Tests and 12 ODIs, was a member of the Shahid Afridi-led interim selection committee appointed only for the home New Zealand ODI series. In a news conference in Lahore on Monday, PCB’s de-facto chief said: “Following speculations, I finally confirm the appointment of Haroon Rasheed as the new chief selector.”
Millions of citizens were left without power on _____ after a massive breakdown and kept almost the entire country without electricity.
A. January 21, 2023
B. January 23, 2023
C. January 25, 2023
D. January 27, 2023
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Correct Answer: B. January 23, 2023
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Millions of citizens were left without power on January 23, 2023 after a massive breakdown hit the fragile national grid in the morning and kept almost the entire country without electricity until late in the night. Energy Minister Khurram Dastgir said on Monday night, more than 12 hours after the breakdown occurred, that officials had begun restoring electricity across the country. Power was beginning to return in parts Islamabad and Balochistan, he said.
In Global Firepower Index 2023 Pakistan is ranked at _____ in the index?
A. 10
B. 9
C. 8
D. 7
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Correct Answer: D. 7
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For 2023, Pakistan is ranked 7 of 145 out of the countries considered for the annual GFP review. The nation holds a PwrIndx* score of 0.1694 (a score of 0.0000 is considered ‘perfect’).
When Governor KPK dissolves the KP Assembly?
A. January 16, 2023
B. January 18, 2023
C. January 20, 2023
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: B. January 18, 2023
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Haji Ghulam Ali signed the summary for dissolution of the KP Assembly on January 18, 2023 and a gazette notification to this effect was also issued. Consequent upon the acceptance of the advice of Chief Minister Khyber Pakhtunkhwa [Mahmood Khan], rendered to the Governor of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa [Haji Ghulam Ali] under Clause (1) of Article 112 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, the Provincial Assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa stands dissolved, read the gazette notification.
In January 2023, Pakistan and Iran have signed ____ MOU to boost trade.
A. 34
B. 37
C. 39
D. 41
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Correct Answer: C. 39
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Pakistan and Iran have signed 39 memorandums of understanding to enhance bilateral trade, improve economic relations and ensure cooperation in various fields such as transportation, tourism, fisheries, mines and minerals. The MoUs were signed at the conclusion of a two-day meeting of the joint border trade committee on January 16, 2023 night.
Which company starts work on the Reko Diq project in Balochistan?
A. Newcrest Mining
B. Kinross Gold
C. Agnico Eagle
D. Barrick Gold
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Correct Answer: D. Barrick Gold
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The Canada-based Barrick Gold Corporation has formally launched work on the Reko Diq project in Balochistan, the companys head announced on January 15, 2023. In a ceremony held at the Chief Ministers secretariat on Sunday, Barrick Gold Corporation Chief Executive Officer Mark Bristow said the company has also established a project office in Quetta.
In January 2023, Pakistan has secured over $3 billion in fresh funding at ____ % interest rate.
A. 1pc
B. 2pc
C. 3pc
D. 4pc
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Correct Answer: A. 1pc
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Pakistan has secured over $3 billion in fresh funding from multilateral lenders on concessional terms and the inflows will start during the current fiscal year. The international lenders granted this significant loan at about 1pc interest rate with a repayment period of 40 years during the recent donor conference held in Geneva. Secretary Planning Zafar Ali Shah told journalists that the international community led by multilateral agencies had made clear pledges of about $9.7bn against Pakistan`s expected target of about $8.1bn.
Pakistan on January 12, 2023 secured a lifeline of about $____ billion from the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
A. $2 billion
B. $4 billion
C. $6 billion
D. $8 billion
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Correct Answer: B. $4 billion
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Pakistan on January 12, 2023 secured a lifeline of about $4 billion from the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia to sail through the immediate challenge of a sovereign default amid rapidly shrinking foreign exchange reserves, massive flood damages and an overall economic slowdown. Two separate official announcements said the UAE pledged to roll over $2bn debt payable over the next two months and topped this with an additional $1bn support during an ongoing visit of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to the emirates.
On _____, Parvez Elahi dissolved Punjab Assembly.
A. Dec 26, 2022
B. Jan 04, 2023
C. Jan 12, 2023
D. Dec 19, 2022
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Correct Answer: C. Jan 12, 2023
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Punjab Chief Minister Chaudhry Parvez Elahi advised Governor Balighur Rehman on 12 January 2022, night to dissolve the provincial assembly, fulfilling the promise to Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Imran Khan and paving the way for fresh elections. Elahi’s son, Moonis, shared a one-line dissolution summary, and the note of its receipt at the governor’s office on his Twitter handle, confirming the latest development. “Promise fulfilled. May we see you back in PM seat soon Imran Khan,” he wrote in a tweet.
In January 2023, EU has approved a grant of Rs_____ billion for KPK and Gilgit-Baltistan.
A. Rs5.86 billion
B. Rs6.86 billion
C. Rs7.86 billion
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: C. Rs7.86 billion
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The European Union has approved a grant of Rs7.86 billion (31.5 million euros) to support sustainable and climate-resilient projects in Gilgit Baltistan and Chitral in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, according to an official statement. This grant will be utilised towards building energy projects through implementation partners, said a statement by GB chief secretary`s office. The project will help alleviate the suffering of the people who are at the forefront, bearing the impact of climate change and global warming. GB Chief Secretary Mohiyuddin Ahmad Wani expressed joy over the grant and said the EU was supporting the GB government at a time when it is facing problems due to severe climate change.
Which province of Pakistan signed a sister-province agreement with the US state of California to promote trade, educational and cultural relations?
A. KPK
B. Punjab
C. Sindh
D. Balochistan
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Correct Answer: B. Punjab
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The US state of California and Punjab have signed a sister-province agreement to promote trade, educational and cultural relations. Anthony Rendon, speaker of the California State Assembly, and Wasif Khurshid, chairman of the Punjab Planning and Development Board, signed the agreement in Sacramento, California on January 10, 2023. The sister-province agreement would promote mutual trade and commerce and increase the potential for educational, environmental and cultural relations between Punjab and California, said an official statement issued later.
In International Conference on Climate Resilient, Donors committed to give Pakistan over $____ billion to help it recover from last year`s devastating floods.
A. $10 billion
B. $12 billion
C. $14 billion
D. $16 billion
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Correct Answer: A. $10 billion
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Donors on January 09, 2023 committed to give Pakistan over $10 billion to help it recover from last year`s devastating floods. Officials from some 40 countries as well as private donors and international financial institutions gathered for the meeting in Geneva as Islamabad seeks help covering around half of a total recovery bill of $16.3 billion.
According to UNICEF, Up to ____ million children still living next to contaminated floodwater in Pakistan.
A. 2 million
B. 3 million
C. 4 million
D. 5 million
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Correct Answer: C. 4 million
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The UN Children`s Fund (Unicef) warned on January 09, 2023 that up to four million children are still living near contaminated and stagnant floodwaters, risking their survival and well-being, more than four months after a national state of emergency was declared in Pakistan.
Who is the current EU Ambassador to Pakistan?
A. Pierre Mayaudon
B. Androulla Kaminara
C. Riina Koinka
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: C. Riina Kionka
The International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan to be held in:
A. Geneva
B. Bern
C. Zurich
D. Brussels
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Correct Answer: A. Geneva
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will co-host, along with United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, the International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan in Geneva on 9 January 2023. The Conference will serve as a platform to marshal international support for the people and Government of Pakistan to build back better in a resilient manner after the recent devastating floods, as the country transitions from the rescue-and-relief phase towards the monumental task of recovery, rehabilitation, and reconstruction. Pakistan will present the Resilient Recovery, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Framework (4RF) at the Conference, and seek international support and long-term partnerships for its implementation.
When International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan to be held?
A. 7 January 2023
B. 8 January 2023
C. 9 January 2023
D. 10 January 2023
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Correct Answer: C. 9 January 2023
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will co-host, along with United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres, the International Conference on Climate Resilient Pakistan in Geneva on 9 January 2023. The Conference will serve as a platform to marshal international support for the people and Government of Pakistan to build back better in a resilient manner after the recent devastating floods, as the country transitions from the rescue-and-relief phase towards the monumental task of recovery, rehabilitation, and reconstruction. Pakistan will present the Resilient Recovery, Rehabilitation and Reconstruction Framework (4RF) at the Conference, and seek international support and long-term partnerships for its implementation.
In January 2023, EU to provide _____ million euros for three new uplift schemes in Pakistan.
A. 83 million
B. 85 million
C. 87 million
D. 89 million
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Correct Answer: C. 87 million
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The European Union will provide 87 million euros for three new development programmes to support green and inclusive economic growth in Pakistan. With a focus on Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Gilgit-Baltistan and Balochistan, the new programmes will improve agricultural value chains, provide access to clean energy and enhance availability of the skilled labour force. These programmes are part of the European Union`s support to Pakistan in the post-flood rehabilitation and reconstruction. Agreements for the new development projects were signed in Islamabad on January 09, 2023. Economic Affairs Division Secretary Dr Kazim Niaz and EU Ambassador to Pakistan Dr Riina Kionka signed the agreements on behalfoftheirsides
When President Arif Alvi signed the bill repealing the Medical Teaching Institution (MTI) Act 2021.
A. January 1, 2023
B. January 2, 2023
C. January 3, 2023
D. January 4, 2023
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Correct Answer: C. January 3, 2023
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President Arif Alvi on January 3, 2023 finally signed the bill repealing the Medical Teaching Institution (MTI) Act 2021. The parliament had on December 20 passed the same bill for the second time, forcing President Alvi to change his decision and sign the MTI repeal bill. The Medical Teaching Institution (MTI) Act 2021 had changed the status of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS).
When government unveils early to bed, early to rise policy?
A. January 1, 2023
B. January 3, 2023
C. January 5, 2023
D. January 7, 2023
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Correct Answer: B. January 3, 2023
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In order to stabilize the economy, the federal cabinet on January 3, 2023 decided to implement bold decisions that include the closure of markets at 8:30pm and wedding halls at 10pm, the use of efficient electronic appliances, and a 40per cent reduction in power consumption in government offices.
Who is the current Foreign office spokesperson of Pakistan?
A. Asim Iftikhar
B. Zahid Hafeez
C. Mumtaz Zahra Baloch
D. Rehana Sultan
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Correct Answer: C. Mumtaz Zahra Baloch
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Ambassador Mumtaz Zahra Baloch is currently serving as Spokesperson and Additional Secretary Asia & Pacific, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Islamabad. Prior to her current position, Ms. Baloch served as Ambassador of Pakistan to the Republic of Korea (2020-2021) and as Minister/Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of Pakistan in China (2015-2020).
