Lahore: Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif invited Filipino investors to explore opportunities in Punjab. She met with the Philippine Ambassador Dr. Emmanuel R. Fernandez to discuss bilateral ties, investment, climate change, defense cooperation, and public diplomacy. Political, constitutional, and parliamentary collaboration was also reviewed during the meeting. Both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation between […]
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Pakistan welcomes King Abdullah II for high-level state visit
Jordan’s King Abdullah II arrived in Islamabad on Friday for a two-day state visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif warmly received him at the Nur Khan Airbase, marking the start of an engagement that both sides view as strategically important. During the visit, King Abdullah will […]
China backs Pakistan’s security efforts after Islamabad attack
BEIJING – China strongly condemned the suicide attack in Islamabad on Wednesday. The Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed deep sympathy for the families of the victims. It also wished a speedy recovery for the injured. In an official briefing, a ministry spokesperson said China “firmly opposes all forms of terrorism.” The spokesperson emphasized that Beijing will […]
First Lady discusses bilateral cooperation with Qatar emir’s mother
First Lady of Pakistan Bibi Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, met with Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Mother of the Amir of Qatar, during her visit to the Qatar Foundation on the sidelines of the 2nd World Summit on Social Development in Doha. In a warm and cordial exchange, the two dignitaries discussed avenues of collaboration […]
Pakistan, Canada reaffirm commitment to boost trade and investment
Pakistan and Canada have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening economic ties and maintaining close bilateral communication. The announcement came after a phone call between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand, according to the Foreign Office. During the call, both leaders discussed ways to expand trade and […]
Saudi Arabia to train Pakistani students in AI, says PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that Pakistani students will soon receive free training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) from Saudi Arabia. Speaking at the launch of the Prime Minister’s Youth Laptop Scheme 2025 in Islamabad, he said one lakh laptops are being distributed purely on merit to support the country’s most talented youth. The prime […]
Iran offers help to reduce Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and offered to help ease tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. The meeting, held in Tehran, focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and improving regional security. Naqvi briefed the Iranian president on the situation along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border, highlighting the need for stability and collaboration. President Pezeshkian […]
Pakistan, Poland agree to boost cooperation and share intelligence against terrorism
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Poland have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across various sectors and agreed to enhance intelligence sharing to counter terrorist threats, according to a joint statement issued following high-level talks in Islamabad. The discussions were held between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and Polish Deputy Prime Minister and […]
UAE and Pakistan strengthen ties during deputy PM’s visit
UAE Deputy Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan arrived in Islamabad on April 21 for a two-day official visit. He expressed a strong interest in enhancing investment ties between the UAE and Pakistan. The visit aims to deepen the longstanding relations between the two countries and boost bilateral cooperation in various fields. During […]