Which one of the following statements about BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral, Technical and Economic Cooperation) is <strong>NOT</strong> correct?
- A. Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Thailand are member-states of BIMSTEC. ✓
- B. Its secretariat is located in Dhaka.
- C. India is the lead country of its security sector.
- D. Thailand is the lead country of its connectivity sector.
Correct Answer: A. Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Thailand are member-states of BIMSTEC.
Explanation
Pakistan is not a member of BIMSTEC. The seven member states are Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Thailand.
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