At a moment when the Gulf’s waters have ceased to carry commerce and instead transmit shockwaves through every energy market, Pakistan has quietly, deliberately, and without any grandstanding, done something few expected and fewer can now deny: it has placed itself at the very centre of a grave regional upheaval, not as a camp follower, […]
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Iran lauds Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts, calls for trust-building to secure talks
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, Saturday, reiterated Pakistan’s strong condemnation of the continued Israeli attacks on Iran, including the latest attacks on civilian infrastructure yesterday. The prime minister held a telephone conversation with President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr Masoud Pezeshkian, PM Office Media Wing said in a press release. He apprised the […]
PM takes Bilawal into confidence on diplomatic efforts for peace
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday underscored Pakistan’s active diplomatic outreach for global peace, as he met Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party here along with a delegation. During the meeting, the prime minister briefed Bilawal Bhutto on Pakistan’s ongoing diplomatic efforts in light of the evolving situation in the Gulf, […]
Pakistan steps up diplomatic efforts to de-escalate ME crisis
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar on Monday said Pakistan was making “full diplomatic efforts” to de-escalate the regional situation following attacks by the United States and Israel on Iran. “This recent escalation has significantly heightened tensions in an already volatile and fragile environment. We are making full diplomatic efforts and requesting all […]
Diplomatic Ryder Cup Islamabad blends golf, diplomacy
The Club at Eighteen, in collaboration with Mövenpick Hotel Centaurus Islamabad, successfully hosted the Diplomatic Ryder Cup Islamabad 2026 at the prestigious Eighteen Golf Course. The much-anticipated event brought together diplomatic missions from the United States and Europe for a spirited 18-hole golf competition, celebrating sportsmanship, friendship, and international engagement. The tournament witnessed enthusiastic participation […]
Pakistan, Somalia abolish visas for diplomatic passport holders
President Asif Ali Zardari, Saturday, met Minister of Interior of Somalia Ali Yousuf and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening the bilateral engagement. He also witnessed the signing of an agreement abolishing visa requirements for holders of diplomatic passports between Pakistan and Somalia, President Secretariat Media Wing in a press release said. The agreement was signed […]
Speaker calls for diplomatic engagement on SAARC Charter Day
On the occasion of SAARC Charter Day, a special ceremony was organized by the Forum of Diplomats as an initiative of the Dr. Jehangir Bader Institute of Vision and Leadership. The event was held in collaboration with the Centre for South Asian Studies, University of the Punjab, at Quaid-e-Azam Campus, University of the Punjab, Lahore. […]
Diplomatic Achievements of General Asim Munir
In global politics, there are certain moments that are not just about formal meetings or a few exchanged sentences, but ones that set the course for the future. At such times, the role of leadership, the subtleties of diplomacy, and the safeguarding of national dignity all converge. The recent meeting of Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz […]
Anti-Israel protests turn Spanish Vuelta cycling race into a diplomatic battleground
On the 15th stage of the Spanish Vuelta, protesters with Palestinian flags positioned themselves for maximum visibility Some even disrupted the race, causing crashes. Protests have targeted an Israeli-owned team, with over 20 people detained in recent days As an alderperson in northwestern Spain, Rosana Prieto tends to the running of her tiny village and […]
Pakistan reaffirms support for Kashmir on martyrs’ day
On the occasion of Kashmir Martyrs’ Day, President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering political, diplomatic, and moral support for the Kashmiri people. In their separate messages, both leaders acknowledged the immense sacrifices of the Kashmiris who continue their struggle for self-determination against Indian oppression. President Zardari paid tribute to […]