Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a phone call with Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan on Tuesday. They discussed the regional situation and recent developments. Dar also extended New Year greetings and best wishes to his counterpart. During the conversation, Dar expressed satisfaction over positive progress in Pakistan-Saudi bilateral relations. He emphasized the importance of […]
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Direct Karachi–Dhaka flights to resume in January
Direct flights between Pakistan and Bangladesh will resume in January, officials confirmed. The Karachi–Dhaka route will reconnect the two countries after years of relying on connecting flights. The move reflects improved bilateral relations and growing trade, travel, and cultural exchanges. Pakistan’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Imran Haider, announced the development during a meeting with Bangladesh’s […]
PM Shehbaz, UK Minister strengthen ties in Islamabad
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met UK Minister Baroness Jenny Chapman in Islamabad to discuss matters of mutual interest. They focused on development cooperation, climate resilience, economic engagement, and regional issues, reaffirming their commitment to deeper collaboration. During the meeting, PM Shehbaz highlighted the longstanding relationship between Pakistan and the UK, emphasizing shared history, strong […]
Wang Yi’s Middle East visit: China’s push for stronger ties
China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, will begin a visit to the Middle East on December 12, covering the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan. Wang’s tour will last until December 16 and focuses on strengthening bilateral relations and discussing major regional issues. During his visit, he will meet with foreign ministers to exchange views […]
Finland to close embassy in Pakistan by 2026
Finland has announced it will permanently close its embassy in Pakistan by 2026, along with missions in Afghanistan and Myanmar, citing strategic and operational reasons tied to geopolitical and economic priorities. The Finnish Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the closures are part of a broader strategic review of its global diplomatic presence. The goal […]
Egypt FM begins official two-day visit to Pakistan
ISLAMABAD – Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Ahmed Mohamed Abdelatty arrived in Pakistan on Saturday for an official two-day visit, the Foreign Office (FO) announced. The visit comes at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. Read More: Pakistan, Egypt set for major diplomatic push as FM arrives today The FO said the visit reflects the […]
Canada and India restart talks on ambitious trade deal
JOHANNESBURG: Canada and India have agreed to restart stalled negotiations for a new trade deal, the Indian government announced on Sunday, signaling a thaw in bilateral relations after a diplomatic spat two years ago. Prime Minister Mark Carney met with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Johannesburg to […]
Jordan’s King Abdullah II set for key two-day Pakistan visit
Islamabad, Nov 14, 2025: Jordan’s King Abdullah II will arrive in Pakistan on Saturday for a two-day state visit. He will meet Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Arif Alvi to discuss bilateral ties. The visit aims to strengthen political, economic, and cultural cooperation between the two countries. The Foreign Office stated that the visit […]
Field Marshal steps in to protect Sri Lankan Cricket Team in Pakistan
Islamabad: Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir, has assured full security to the visiting Sri Lankan cricket team, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said on Thursday. The assurance came after Sri Lankan officials raised concerns following recent security incidents in Islamabad. Naqvi said the matter was personally discussed with Sri Lankan leaders. Naqvi […]
Ishaq Dar meets Belarus delegation, vows to strengthen bilateral ties
ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met Belarusian delegation head Sergei Elink on the sidelines of the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers Conference. Dar praised Elink’s participation and emphasized Pakistan’s long-standing friendship and cooperation with Belarus. Both leaders agreed to work on strengthening political, economic, and cultural ties. During the meeting, Dar highlighted Pakistan’s […]