Explanation

• Pakistan joined SAARC in 1985.

South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC):

• Member Countries (8): Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
• Founded: 8 December 1985
• Headquarters: Kathmandu, Nepal
• Official Language: English
• Purpose: Promote regional cooperation, economic growth, and cultural exchange among South Asian nations

Last verified on 15-01-2026

Explanation

• Pakistan is a founding member of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
• Founded: 25 September 1969 after the Rabat Summit.
• Place of Founding: Rabat, Morocco
• Headquarters: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Purpose: Promote Islamic solidarity and cooperation among Muslim countries.

Last verified on 07-06-2026

Explanation

• Established On: 21 July 1964
• Founding Members: Pakistan, Iran, Turkey (3 countries)
• Successor Organization: ECO (1985)
• Purpose: Economic, technical, and cultural cooperation
• Headquarters (later ECO): Tehran, Iran

Last verified on 17-01-2026

Explanation

• Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) was founded on 8 August 1967.
• Pakistan is not a member state of ASEAN.
• Pakistan became a Sectoral Dialogue Partner in 1993.
• It signed the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation (TAC) in 2004.
• Pakistan joined the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in 2004.

Last verified on 01-05-2026

Explanation

• Full Form: United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
• Founded: 1950
• Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
• Main Role: Refugee protection & rehabilitation
• Presence: Active in Pakistan for decades

Last verified on 01-05-2026