SLO 10.1.1

Define the term, "Foreign Policy".

Every country develops policies to manage its relations with other countries and international organisations. These policies help protect national interests, promote cooperation and maintain peace with the rest of the world.

SLO Content

Foreign policy is the set of principles, objectives and strategies that guide a country's relations with other countries and international organisations. It helps a country protect its national interests, maintain security, promote economic development and build friendly diplomatic relations with the international community.

Pakistan's foreign policy is based on the principles of sovereignty, peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, regional cooperation and international peace. Through its foreign policy, Pakistan develops diplomatic, political, economic and cultural relations with other countries while safeguarding its independence and national interests.

Interactive Activity

Identify the Correct Definition

Which statement best defines foreign policy?

Concept-Based MCQ

Foreign policy mainly deals with:

Answer Key

Correct Answer: Relations with other countries

Foreign policy refers to the principles and strategies used by a country to conduct its relations with other countries and international organisations.

Constructed Response Question (CRQ)

5 Marks Question

Define the term foreign policy and explain its importance for a country.

SLO Quiz

1. Foreign policy is related to:




2. One purpose of foreign policy is:




3. Pakistan's foreign policy promotes:




4. Foreign policy is prepared by: