In which year did the United States declare Pakistan a major non-NATO ally?

Correct answer: 2004. The US designated Pakistan a major non-NATO ally in 2004.

Background: President George W. Bush announced the designation in June 2004 in recognition of Pakistan’s role in the war on terror.

• 2005: 2005 is not the year.
• 2008: 2008 is not the year.
• 2009: 2009 is not the year.

Did you know? The status gives access to some US defence trade and cooperation benefits, though it does not provide a security guarantee as NATO membership does.

Memory trick: 2004 = Major Non-NATO Ally for Pakistan.