US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth described Pakistan as a sincere friend and expressed optimism about negotiations with Iran. Speaking in Singapore, he said ongoing talks with Tehran had been constructive. His remarks come as Washington pursues diplomacy while maintaining pressure over Iran’s nuclear program. Addressing journalists, Hegseth said Iran understood what was expected and reiterated […]
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Trump claims Pakistan halted Iran action
US President Donald Trump claimed that Pakistan requested Washington to halt action against Iran during ongoing regional tensions. Trump said the United States could have treated Iran like Venezuela under strict pressure measures. His remarks have drawn attention across diplomatic and security circles in the region. Speaking during a television interview, Trump said negotiations with […]
Naqvi says Pak-US ties strengthened under Trump
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said that relations between Pakistan and the United States have strengthened during US President Donald Trump’s tenure, as both countries continue to expand cooperation in security, counter-terrorism and regional issues. Read More: Naqvi, US envoy discuss regional situation, Islamabad dialogue He made the remarks during a meeting with US Assistant […]
Symposium highlights Pakistan’s evolving diplomatic role
WASHINGTON — Speakers at a high-level symposium on Capitol Hill highlighted Pakistan’s growing diplomatic confidence, particularly its recent offer to mediate between the United States and Iran amid escalating tensions. Read More: Seminar marks 65 years of diplomatic ties between Pakistan and Japan The event, titled “US and Pakistan: Past, Present, and Future,” was organised by the Congressional Pakistan […]
US reaffirms partnership with Pakistan at interfaith iftar event
The United States (US) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation with Pakistan to promote regional and global peace, as senior officials from both countries highlighted shared goals during an interfaith Iftar reception in Washington, D.C. Read More: US affirms Pakistan as key partner in South Asia strategy The event, hosted by the Pakistan Embassy, brought together religious […]
US lauds Pakistan’s Gaza peace support
US appreciates Pakistan’s Gaza peace support as Islamabad joins Board of Peace in Washington. The development strengthens bilateral ties and expands cooperation in security and economic sectors. The move directly impacts Pakistan-US relations and regional diplomacy efforts. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed appreciation after meeting Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. He confirmed that Pakistan […]
PM Shehbaz arrived in Washington for Gaza peace summit
WASHINGTON: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif arrived in Washington on Thursday for a three-day official visit to attend the inaugural session of the Gaza Board of Peace at the invitation of US President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif reaches Washington D.C to attend the inaugural session of Board of Peace. pic.twitter.com/D4D7uifnqZ — Government of […]
Pakistani lawmakers urge US to ease visa restrictions
A high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation has urged US lawmakers to remove Pakistan from a list of countries subject to stricter immigration visa scrutiny, calling the classification a major obstacle to improved bilateral relations. Read More: Pakistani lawmakers arrive in Washington for talks The delegation, led by Senators Saleem H. Mandviwalla and Rana Mahmoodul Hassan, visited Washington […]
Illegal immigration drops 47pc, says Naqvi
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said government measures cut illegal immigration by 47 percent. He called the decline a result of strict enforcement and policy reforms. He termed illegal travel a serious national issue. Naqvi made the remarks during a meeting with US Ambassador Natalie Baker. The Ministry of Interior confirmed the meeting on Saturday. Both […]
Pakistani lawmakers arrive in Washington for talks
A Pakistani parliamentary delegation, led by Senator Babar Siraj Khan Nasir, arrived in Washington Tuesday evening. The team includes members of both the Senate and National Assembly and will meet US lawmakers and officials. The visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties and engage the Pakistani diaspora in promoting national causes. The delegation will participate in […]