Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s decade-long efforts to diplomatically isolate Pakistan have failed, Al Jazeera reported, with analysts saying that Islamabad managed to make itself an important diplomatic player for superpowers and regional players alike. The assessment comes nearly 10 years after Modi publicly vowed to isolate Pakistan following a 2016 attack in Indian Illegally […]
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Pakistan secure comfortable victory over Australia in first ODI
All-rounder Arafat Minhas marked his ODI debut with a five-wicket haul, while Babar Azam and Ghazi Ghori struck half-centuries as Pakistan cruised to a five-wicket victory over Australia in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Saturday. Set to chase a modest 201-run target, the hosts comfortably knocked the […]
Pakistan abstains as UNSC votes to renew sanctions on South Sudan for one year
With Pakistan abstaining, the UN Security Council Friday extended for one year the sanctions imposed on South Sudan, including asset freezes, travel bans and an arms embargo – amid concerns expressed by some speakers that the African position on the issue is being overlooked and that sanctions are hindering progress towards lasting peace Nine of […]
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 […]
Pakistan begins post-Hajj flight operation on May 31
The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced that the post-Hajj flight operation for the return of Pakistani pilgrims from Saudi Arabia will commence on May 31, with hundreds of thousands of worshippers expected to arrive home over the coming weeks. Read More: Faithful begin leaving Makkah after Hajj pilgrimage According to the ministry, the first return flight […]
Bushra Ansari raises concerns over population growth
Veteran Pakistani actress Bushra Ansari has expressed concern over the country’s rapidly growing population, stressing the importance of family planning and responsible decision-making for the welfare of future generations. Read More: Bushra Ansari criticises Firdous Jamal over controversial remarks Speaking during a recent appearance on a private television programme, the senior actress shared her views on […]
Pakistan, Australia to clash in first ODI in Rawalpindi today
Pakistan and Australia will feature in a three-match Cricket One Day International (ODI) series commencing from today, May 30 at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. The second ODI will be staged at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Tuesday, June 2, while the third ODI will be played at the same venue on Thursday, June 4. […]
China seeks deeper trade ties with Pakistan, S Asia amid global uncertainty
Chinese commerce ministry officials on Friday stressed the importance of expanding trade ties with South Asia, “especially against the backdrop of the current turbulent and uncertain international and regional situation.” China and South Asian countries should deepen supply chain cooperation and expand beyond infrastructure, transport and power into emerging sectors including e-commerce and biomedicine, Vice […]
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 […]
Pakistan warns of cyber, climate threats to peacekeepers on UN observance day
Pakistan on Friday paid tribute to United Nations peacekeepers serving around the world, saying modern conflicts were becoming increasingly complex and warning that peacekeeping missions now face challenges ranging from cyber threats and misinformation to climate-driven humanitarian emergencies. The statements came as the international community marked the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, observed annually […]