Explanation

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif paid an official two-day visit to Vienna, Austria, from 15 to 16 February 2026 at the invitation of Austrian Federal Chancellor Christian Stocker.

Marking the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties, this was the first visit by a Pakistani premier to Austria in over three decades.

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Explanation

Tarique Rahman is the current Prime Minister of Bangladesh (since 17 February 2026).

He is associated with Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).

He won the 2026 general elections of Bangladesh.

First elected male PM in 35 years in Bangladesh.

He replaced the interim government led by Muhammad Yunus as PM.

 Last verified on 22-06-2026

Explanation

• Chinese Cultural Heritage and Traditional Culture is the theme associated with Chinese Culture Day 2026.
• The theme highlights China’s cultural heritage, traditions, and historical values.
• It promotes awareness of traditional Chinese arts, customs, and cultural practices.

Last verified on 07-10-2026

Explanation

• Vladimir Putin has served continuously as president or prime minister since 1999:
• As prime minister from 1999 to 2000 and from 2008 to 2012,
• As president from 2000 to 2008, and since 2012
• Born: 7 October 1952, Leningrad, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
• Party: Independent (1991–1995, 2001–2008, since 2012)

Last updated by NA on 27 April 2026

Explanation

• The current Minister for Defence of Pakistan is Khawaja Muhammad Asif.
• Sworn in in March 2024
• He replaced Anwar Ali Haider
• Previously served in the post from 2013 to 2017.
• He has been a Member of the National Assembly from Sialkot since 1993
• Elected for the seventh time in 2024

Question updated 03-March-2026

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