ISLAMABAD – Minister of State for Petroleum and Natural Resources, Ali Pervez Malik, promoted Pakistan’s mineral investment opportunities during the International Mining and Resources Conference (IMARC) 2025 in Sydney, Australia. Meeting with officials from Saudi Arabia, Sweden, and France, Malik highlighted Pakistan’s vast untapped mineral reserves, estimated at $6 trillion, including copper, gold, lithium, coal, […]
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Iran welcomes conditional release of student held in France
DUBAI: Iran has welcomed the conditional release of Mahdieh Esfandiari, an Iranian student detained in France earlier this year for alleged anti-Israel social media posts, the country’s Foreign Ministry said on Wednesday. In a statement, the ministry said Tehran “welcomes the decision of a French judge to issue a conditional release order for Ms. Esfandiari” […]
France’s Ex-President Sarkozy Jailed Over Libya Funding Case
PARIS: Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been jailed over a case involving illegal Libyan funding for his 2007 election campaign. He becomes the first former leader of an EU country to serve time behind bars. Sarkozy, who led France from 2007 to 2012, was convicted in September for criminal conspiracy linked to late Libyan […]
France: A Reliable Friend
A friend in need is a friend indeed. This proverb perfectly fits France’s friendship with Pakistan. In all circumstances – whether it is the ordeal of an energy crisis, restoration of heritage, higher education, flood devastation, or other humanitarian efforts – France has consistently stood by Pakistan through weal and woe. To assist Pakistan in […]
Theatre lights up Lahore at Punjab Maas International Festival 2025
Lahore’s Alhamra Arts Council buzzed with creativity and emotion on the third day of the Punjab Maas International Theatre Festival 2025, celebrating theatre as a bridge of culture, thought, and humanity. The day began with a captivating workshop, “Crossing the Boundaries of Languages – Telling Stories with the Art of Pantomime,” led by German artist […]
France’s new PM resigns hours after cabinet unveiled
France’s President Emmanuel Macron on Monday accepted Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu’s resignation just hours after unveiling his cabinet, the presidency said, plunging the European nation further into political deadlock. Macron named Lecornu, a former defence minister, to the post last month. But the largely unchanged cabinet he unveiled late on Sunday to work with Lecornu […]
France commits €500K to rebuild flood-hit KP
France has pledged €500,000 to help flood-hit communities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa recover from climate-related disasters. French Ambassador Nicolas Galey announced the aid at a press briefing, reaffirming France’s support for Pakistan in the face of rising climate challenges. The funds will support a seven-month project focused on recovery, led by French NGO Acted in coordination […]
France and Allies Recognize Palestinian State in Gaza War Push
The momentum for Palestinian state recognition grew as six nations, including France, announced formal recognition ahead of the UN General Assembly. France, Andorra, Belgium, Luxembourg, Malta, and Monaco confirmed the decision during a high-level summit in New York. The move came as Gaza suffers fierce Israeli attacks that have left tens of thousands dead. French […]
France, Argentina close in on Davis Cup Final 8
France moved to the brink of the Davis Cup Final 8 by taking a 2-0 lead over Croatia, while Argentina, Austria and Germany were also close to booking their spots in Bologna after dominating the opening day of their qualifying ties on Friday. Debutant Corentin Moutet gave 10-times champions France the ideal start in Osijek […]
Iran, European powers to resume nuclear talks in Geneva
Iran will meet with Britain, France, Germany, and the European Union in Geneva on Tuesday for a new round of nuclear talks, state media reported. The talks will be held at the level of deputy foreign ministers and mark the second meeting since Iran’s 12-day war with Israel in mid-June. The previous round took place […]