Federal Public Service Commission
International Relations
Competitive Examination-2025
The 2025 International Relations paper focuses on the transformative shifts in the global and regional order. It explores the systemic rivalry between the United States and China across economic, technological, and military domains, questioning the future stability of the world order. The exam also emphasizes South Asian security dynamics, specifically the impact of nuclearization on the geopolitical landscape and the role of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Additionally, it addresses contemporary humanitarian and economic crises, including the escalation of the Israel-Palestine conflict and the structural influence of the IMF and World Bank on Pakistan’s long-term developmental trajectory.
PART-II
Question No. 2
How has the development of nuclear weapons by India and Pakistan impacted the South Asian geopolitical landscape? What measures both the states have taken to ensure stability in the region?
Question No. 3
Write a detailed note on global power transition and emerging competition between the United States and China. Will this competition lead to a stabilising or destabilising order?
Question No. 4
Why is the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) becoming an important platform for its member states? How has Pakistan's membership in the SCO impacted its relationships with China?
Question No. 5
In light of the recent escalation in the Israel-Palestine conflict, what are the main factors contributing to the current tensions, and how can international actors effectively address the humanitarian crisis while working toward a long-term resolution?
Question No. 6
How did the Cold War influence Pakistan's foreign policy and alliances, particularly with the United States and the Soviet Union?
Question No. 7
How are the IMF and World Bank addressing Pakistan's economic challenges, and how do their policies impact Pakistan's long-term economic stability and social development?
Question No. 8
How does the competition between the United States and China shape global dynamics in the economic, IT, and military sectors, and what implications does this rivalry have for the emerging world order?