ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday invited Qatari investors to explore new avenues of collaboration under Pakistan’s Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) framework. The invitation came during a meeting with Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Qatar’s Minister of Trade and Industry, who is in Pakistan for the sixth session of […]
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Pakistan Navy Chief Reaffirms Maritime Security Cooperation with US
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Naveed Ashraf, reaffirmed the country’s commitment to bilateral maritime cooperation with the United States during an official visit, the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR) reported on Friday. The visit aimed to enhance defence engagements and professional collaboration between the Pakistan Navy and US Navy, which share a […]
Mohsin Naqvi, Australian Envoy Discuss Cooperation on Border Security, Human Trafficking
ISLAMABAD – Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi held a meeting with Australian High Commissioner Neil Hawkins on Thursday to discuss ways to strengthen Pakistan-Australia cooperation in multiple sectors, including coast guard operations, border management, and combating human trafficking. During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing collaboration on security and migration issues. The […]
Indian War Rhetoric Threatens Fragile Peace in South Asia
Frequent threats and aggressive assertions by Indian officials against Pakistan have once again cast a shadow over any prospects for dialogue between the two nuclear-armed neighbours, ensuring that a climate of hostility continues to dominate South Asia. Following the Pahalgam episode, the BJP-led government has intensified its campaign to vilify Pakistan, aided by hawkish sections […]
Shehbaz Sharif holds talks with Ayatollah Khamenei on Pakistan-Iran relations
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on Monday. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and important regional matters. The Prime Minister expressed deep respect for the Supreme Leader, calling him a guiding figure for the Muslim world. Shehbaz Sharif informed the Supreme Leader about recent tensions […]
Indus waters treaty can’t be unilaterally paused, says world bank
The World Bank has stated that there is no provision to unilaterally suspend the Indus Waters Treaty. President Ajay Banga emphasized that while the treaty can be amended or terminated by mutual consent, it cannot be suspended by one party alone. He clarified that India has not suspended the treaty but has only put it […]
Interior minister Mohsin Naqvi meets Saudi envoy to strengthen bilateral ties
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi recently met with Saudi Ambassador Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmed Al-Malki at the Saudi embassy in Islamabad. During the meeting, both leaders emphasized their commitment to enhancing bilateral relations. They discussed various areas of collaboration, including economic, social, and security sectors. Naqvi expressed gratitude to Saudi Arabia for its continued support to […]
Pakistan and Bangladesh strengthen bilateral ties, mark new era of cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a phone conversation with Bangladesh’s Chief Adviser, Professor Dr. Muhammad Yunus, on Monday. The two leaders exchanged warm Eid ul-Fitr greetings and discussed the positive progress in their bilateral relations. PM Shehbaz expressed satisfaction over the improving ties between Pakistan and Bangladesh, particularly in trade and travel. The conversation came […]
Sri Lanka hosts Modi: A key visit amid geopolitical struggles with China
Sri Lanka will host Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi next week, marking a significant diplomatic visit. Modi will be the first foreign head of government to visit Sri Lanka under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s administration. The visit is scheduled for April 5, with talks focused on bilateral relations, followed by a trip to the […]
Saudi Arabia to give $3 bn to Pakistan as balance of payment support
ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan’s visit to Saudi Arabia resulted in significant understanding between the two countries as Saudi Arabia has agreed to provide Pakistan $3 billion for one year as balance of payment support. The Foreign Office in a statement issued said that the Saudi Arabia will provide Pakistan $3 billion as balance of […]