______ represented Pakistan in signing SEATO in the city of ______ in 1954

______ represented Pakistan in signing SEATO in the city of ______ in 1954
Answer: Muhammad Ali Bogra Manila

"SEATO or the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization was a Cold War era defense alliance formed in 1954 to prevent the spread of communism in Southeast Asia. Pakistan joined the pact as a key ally of the Western bloc reflecting its foreign policy orientation during that period. Muhammad Ali Bogra then the Prime Minister of Pakistan signed the treaty in Manila Philippines. Pakistan’s participation was based on the belief that aligning with Western powers would strengthen its defense capabilities and secure military and economic aid. However critics later argued that SEATO did not adequately serve Pakistan’s strategic interests as the alliance failed to support the country during its conflicts with India."