How much are the MoUs signed between Pakistani and Chinese companies worth in the medical equipment trade on 17th January 2025?
A$200 million
B$100 million
C$250 million
D
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C. $250 million
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Pakistani and Chinese companies signed memorandums of understanding (MoUs) worth $250 million to enhance trade in the medical and surgical sector.
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B. Electric Vehicles (EV) taxis
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In January 2025, the Sindh government of Pakistan announced plans to provide electric vehicle (EV) taxis to unemployed youth. The program aims to create employment opportunities and promote eco-friendly transportation.
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A. All Of These
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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) inducted four Pakistani cricketers into the PCB Hall of Fame in 2024: Inzamam-ul-Haq Helped Pakistan win the 1992 ODI World Cup Misbah-ul-Haq A legendary Pakistani cricketer Mushtaq Mohammad Considered one of Pakistan’s best captains Saeed Anwar Known for his explosive batting and record-breaking feats The PCB established the Hall of Fame in April 2021 to honor the accomplishments of some of the best cricket players in Pakistan. The inductees expressed their gratitude for the recognition and the privilege of joining the ranks of their childhood heroes.
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B. 103rd
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Pakistan has dropped from 9th place in 2024 to 12th in the latest rankings. The Global Firepower Index 2025 evaluates military power based on over 60 parameters, including defence technology, financial resources, logistics, and strategic positioning.
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D. 33
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In the latest Henley Passport Index, Pakistan ranks 103rd among global passports, sharing the spot with Yemen. Despite its position near the bottom, Pakistani passport holders can travel to 33 destinations without requiring a visa in advance.
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B. 150
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A Pakistani court halted the deportation of 150 Afghan singers and musicians for two months, pending the outcome of their asylum applications.
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B. European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)
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The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) lifted a four-year ban on Pakistan International Airlines (PIA), enabling the airline to resume direct flights to Europe starting early January 2025. The ban was initially imposed in 2020 following a plane crash in Karachi and concerns over pilot license validity.
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B. Paris
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PIA resumed flights to Paris on January 10, 2025, marking the first time since the European Union lifted a ban imposed in 2020.
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C. Singidi, Balochistan
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A methane gas explosion caused a coal mine to collapse in Singidi town, Balochistan, resulting in the deaths of at least three miners. On January 9, 2025, a gas explosion caused a coal mine to collapse in the Sanjdi area of Balochistan province, Pakistan. The collapse occurred outside of the capital city of Quetta. Explanation The explosion was caused by a buildup of methane gas. The collapse trapped at least 12 miners. Rescuers recovered the bodies of 11 workers. The search for the remaining miner continued. A mines workers association leader blamed the incident on the owner of the mine for not following mining regulations.
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A. Rana Tanveer Hussain
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Rana Tanveer Hussain is the current Federal Minister of National Food Security and Research in Pakistan. He has held this position since March 2024. Explanation Rana Tanveer Hussain is also the Federal Minister for Industries and Production. He has visited the National Agricultural Research Centre (NARC) to learn about its research facilities and to interact with its agricultural scientists. He has said that the government is committed to advancing agriculture, research, and science. He has also said that the development of the agricultural sector is a mission of the current government.