Explanation

• Pakistan joined the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in 1979.
• It is joined to strengthen relations with developing countries.

Additional information:

• Founded: 1961
• Founding Conference: Belgrade, Serbia
• Members: 120 developing countries
• Headquarters: Jakarta, Indonesia
• Founding Leaders: Jawaharlal Nehru, Sukarno, Josip Broz Tito, Kwame Nkrumah, Gamal Abdel Nasser

Last verified on 23-06-2026

Explanation

OIC (Organization of Islamic Cooperation)

• Foundation Date: 25 September 1969
• Headquarters: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Official Languages: Arabic, English, French
• Total Members: 57 countries
• First Summit: Rabat, Morocco
• Significance: Largest international organization after the UN

Last verified on 20-06-2026

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