ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has been elected as the Chairman of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Council of Ministers for 2026-27, the Foreign Office confirmed on Saturday, Radio Pakistan reported. The decision was taken during the virtually held 29th ECO Council of Ministers meeting. Read More: Dar elected chairman of global body’s council of ministers Foreign Ministers of […]
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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia set for Riyadh business forum
Pakistan will host the Pakistan–Saudi Business Forum in Riyadh on January 14, 2026, to showcase investment-ready joint-venture opportunities. The event aims to attract major Saudi firms and investors to explore collaboration across sectors, particularly in energy. It is being organised by the Government of Pakistan in partnership with the Saudi Ministry of Investment and the […]
Pakistan, Australia to advance bilateral investment treaty talks
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Australia on Thursday agreed to continue discussions to finalise a new bilateral investment treaty (BIT), aiming to boost opportunities in sectors including energy, mining, technology, agriculture, and industrial development. The dialogue seeks to update the existing 1998 Pakistan-Australia BIT and establish a modern, balanced framework to encourage investment flows between the two […]
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 […]
Reko Diq to drive growth, boost Pak-Canada ties: PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said the Reko Diq mining project will become a symbol of development and stronger Pakistan–Canada cooperation. He praised Barrick Gold’s role in the venture, calling it a potential success story for both nations. The Prime Minister made these remarks during a meeting with Canada’s new High Commissioner, Ambassador Tarik Ali Khan, […]
US and Pakistan aim for stronger economic and strategic partnership
WASHINGTON: The United States and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties early on Saturday, with Islamabad describing the effort as a move toward an “economically entrenched strategic partnership.” Pleased to meet Assistant Secretary Paul Kapur. Congratulated him on assumption of duties as A/S @State_SCA. Discussed ways and means of translating the resolve – […]
Pakistan, Iran discuss strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation
ISLAMABAD — Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan met with Iranian Ambassador to Pakistan Reza Amiri-Moghaddam on Saturday to explore avenues for enhancing trade and economic ties between the two neighboring countries. The meeting highlighted ongoing initiatives, trade agreements, and upcoming opportunities for cooperation, particularly in the agri-food sector. Minister Jam Kamal congratulated the […]
Pakistan and Iran edge closer to $10 billion trade deal
Pakistan and Iran are moving closer to formalizing their Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The final text of the accord is now under internal review by Pakistani authorities, with plans for official approval soon. The development was confirmed during a meeting between Federal Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan and Iranian Ambassador Reza Amiri-Moghaddam. The meeting focused […]
$25 million from Kuwait fuels Pakistan’s hydropower ambitions
Pakistan and Kuwait signed the second loan program for the Mohmand Dam Hydropower Project. The agreement provides Pakistan with $25 million. Officials from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and WAPDA attended the signing. Fahad Hesham, Deputy Head of Mission at the Kuwaiti Embassy, represented Kuwait. The ceremony was held at the Ministry of Economic Affairs […]
Tensions in check: China, India pledge smooth border management
China and India held talks on Wednesday to manage their shared Himalayan border and reduce tensions. Both sides agreed to use existing mechanisms to address any issues along the Line of Actual Control. This follows a 2024 agreement designed to ease military tensions after the deadly 2020 clash that killed 20 Indian and 4 Chinese […]