Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has congratulated five countries elected as non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2027–2028 term, expressing Pakistan’s commitment to continued cooperation on global peace and security issues. Read More: Pakistan pledges to work with all UNSC members: Dar In a message shared on social media, […]
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MQM-P calls for end to petroleum levy
The Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) has called on the government to abolish the petroleum levy and broaden tax collection by targeting wealthy segments of society, arguing that the current tax structure places an excessive burden on ordinary citizens. Read More: Govt undoes relief to salaried class; slaps Rs 50/litre fuel levy The demand was made by […]
Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan condemn Al-Aqsa incursions
Eight Muslim-majority countries, including Pakistan, have strongly condemned recent incursions into Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli settlers, describing the actions as a violation of international law and the longstanding status quo governing the holy site. Read More: Israel committed to Al–Aqsa status quo: foreign minister The joint statement was issued by the foreign ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, […]
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 […]
Sharjeel Memon criticises MQM over allegations against Sindh government
Senior Sindh Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon has criticised the leadership of the Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan, accusing the party of making baseless allegations against the Sindh government and the Pakistan Peoples Party for political purposes. Read More: Sindh blasts IRSA for slashing province’s water share Responding to a recent press conference by Farooq Sattar, Memon said the […]
Maryam announces cash reward for Suthra Punjab workers
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has approved a cash reward of Rs10,000 for every Suthra Punjab worker who participated in the province-wide Eid-ul-Azha cleanliness operation. Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari said the decision recognizes the dedication and hard work of sanitation teams that ensured timely waste collection and disposal during the three days of Eid […]
SHC orders inquiry into FIA over account blocking
The constitutional bench of the Sindh High Court (SHC) has ordered an inquiry into the conduct of officials from the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) over the blocking of citizens’ bank and mobile account without proper legal authorization. Read More: SHC orders govt to restore X within a week The court expressed serious concern over complaints that […]
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 […]
Youm-e-Takbeer reflects Pakistan’s strategic strength: Zardari
President Asif Ali Zardari said Pakistan’s defence strategy guarantees peace and stability across the region on Youm-e-Takbeer. He described Pakistan as a responsible and peace-loving nuclear state committed to protecting national sovereignty. His message highlighted the importance of strategic strength amid evolving regional and global security challenges. In his statement, President Zardari called Youm-e-Takbeer a […]
Pakistan, China reaffirm anti-terror cooperation in joint statement
BEIJING: Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation against terrorism and enhancing strategic coordination following Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to China from May 23 to 26. A joint statement issued after the visit highlighted agreements reached during meetings between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Chinese […]