The federal government has announced revised operating hours for businesses across Pakistan under its ongoing austerity and fuel conservation measures, directing provincial governments to ensure implementation of the new schedule. Read More: Government revises market closing timings According to an official notification issued on Wednesday, shops, markets, shopping malls and general retail outlets will be […]
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Dar asks Pakistan’s envoy to expand EU cooperation
Pakistan’s Ambassador to Belgium, Raheem Hayat Qureshi on Tuesday called on Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar. Building on the positive momentum of the recent visit of the High Representative/Vice-President to Pakistan, the DPM/FM directed the ambassador to follow up on the understandings reached during the visit. He also instructed to continue working […]
Kuwait praises Pakistan’s Iran-US mediation
Kuwait has praised Pakistan’s efforts to facilitate engagement between Iran and the United States amid ongoing regional tensions. The acknowledgment matters because diplomatic initiatives could help reduce conflict and improve stability. Governments, regional economies, and international energy markets remain directly affected by developments. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad […]
Pakistan and Iran discuss regional tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran have reaffirmed the importance of diplomacy and regional stability during a telephone conversation between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Read More: Iran asks Pakistan to keep mediation channel open as US talks stall According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the two leaders discussed bilateral relations and […]
Dar, Araghchi discuss regional security concerns
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi discussed regional tensions during a telephone call on Monday. The conversation matters because it focused on efforts to preserve stability and prevent further escalation. The developments affect regional diplomacy, ceasefire initiatives, and security across the Middle East. According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the two […]
EU urges Pakistan human rights progress amid strategic dialogue
Pakistan and the European Union have agreed to strengthen their partnership after holding the 8th Pakistan-EU Strategic Dialogue in Islamabad. The discussions focused on trade, investment, security cooperation, climate action, and key regional and global developments, reflecting a broad and evolving diplomatic relationship. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar welcomed the EU delegation and reaffirmed Pakistan’s […]
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas arrives in Pakistan for strategic dialogue
Kaja Kallas arrived in Pakistan on Monday for an official visit aimed at strengthening relations between Pakistan and the European Union and advancing cooperation on key regional and international issues. DPM/FM Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar @MIshaqDar50 welcomed EU HR/VP Ms. Kaja Kallas @kajakallas, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs today.The two leaders will co-chair the […]
Dar draws Palestine red line after Rubio praises Pakistan’s Iran role
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar used his first Washington visit since Pakistan took up shuttle mediation between Washington and Tehran to restate what he called Islamabad’s “clear and consistent” policy on Palestine. Speaking to Pakistani journalists after meeting US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, he reiterated that there would be no change […]
Rubio thanks Pakistan for constructive role in Iran mediation
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has thanked Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar for Pakistan’s “constructive role” in diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran, as both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation across multiple fields including trade, investment, security and counter-terrorism. The acknowledgement came during a bilateral meeting between the two leaders […]
Ishaq Dar and Wang Yi strengthen Pakistan-China strategic partnership
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held detailed talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New York, where both leaders reviewed bilateral cooperation, regional developments and global diplomatic coordination. The meeting highlighted the long-standing strategic partnership between Pakistan and China, while both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to peace, stability and […]