Explanation

NDB stands for New Development Bank

NDB established: 2014

NDB established: Brazil

NDB was established by: BRICS grouping

NDB Headquarters: Shanghai, China

NDB has 10 members.

Uzbekistan officially became the tenth member and the first Central Asian country to join the New Development Bank (NDB) in June 2026.

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Explanation

• IMF funds are primarily provided for economic stabilization and reform of countries facing financial crises.
• IMF provides financial assistance to improve balance of payments and stabilize economies.
• It supports reforms related to monetary, fiscal, and economic policies.

Additional information:

• Founded: 27 December 1945
• Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
• Members: 190 countries
• Official language: English

Last verified on 25-06-2026

Explanation

• UNO Motto: “It’s your world!” (commonly used awareness slogan)

Additional information:

• UNO Founded: 24 October 1945 (after World War II 1939–1945)
• Headquarters: Manhattan, New York City
• Member States: 193 countries
• Official Languages (6): Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish
• Pakistan Joined UNO: 30 September 1947

Last verified on 10-06-2026

Explanation

• Headquarters: Washington, D.C., USA
• Founded: 27 December 1945
• Members: 190 countries
• Official language: English
• Purpose: Global financial stability & loans support

Last verified on 24-06-2026

Explanation

• The Headquarters of SAARC is located in Kathmandu, Nepal.
• Full Form: South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation
• Founded: 8 December 1985
• Founding place: Dhaka, Bangladesh

SAARC Member Countries:

1. Afghanistan
2. Bangladesh
3. Bhutan
4. India
5. Maldives
6. Nepal
7. Pakistan
8. Sri Lanka

Last verified on 12-06-2026