Explanation

• SEATO was founded on 8 September 1954.
• Pakistan joined SEATO in the same year 1954 as a member.
• It was a Cold War military alliance led by the United States.
• Pakistan later withdrew its association in the 1970s (after 1972/1973 period changes).
• SEATO was officially dissolved in 1977.

Last verified on 29-04-2026

Explanation

• Established: 28 May 1964
• Place: Jerusalem
• Founded under: Arab League
• First Chairman: Ahmad Shukeiri
• Purpose: To represent the Palestinian people and pursue Palestinian national rights.

Last verified on 09-08-2026

Explanation

• Southeast Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO) was founded on 8 September 1954.
• Pakistan joined SEATO in the same year 1954 as a member.
• It was a Cold War military alliance led by the United States.
• Pakistan later withdrew its association in the 1970s (after 1972/1973 period changes).
• SEATO was officially dissolved on 30 June 1977.

Last verified on 29-04-2026

Explanation

• The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is an international organization of Muslim-majority countries.
• It was established on 25 September 1969 after the Al-Aqsa Mosque incident.
• The OIC works to promote Islamic solidarity, peace, cooperation, and the interests of the Muslim world.

Additional information:

• Headquarters: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
• Founder Nations: 25 founding Muslim countries
• Official Languages: Arabic, English, French
• Members: 57 Member States

Last verified on 06-08-2026

Explanation

• Giles Thomson of the United Kingdom is the current President of the FATF.
• He assumed office on 1 July 2026 for a two-year term (2026–2028).
• He succeeded Elisa de Anda Madrazo of Mexico.
• Before becoming President, Giles Thomson served as FATF Vice-President (2025–2026).

Last verified on 05-08-2026