President Asif Ali Zardari’s recent four-day visit to the Kyrgyz Republic was significant for more than one reason. It marked the first visit by a Pakistani head of state to Kyrgyzstan in over two decades and came at a time when Pakistan is actively pursuing a geoeconomic foreign policy aimed at expanding trade, connectivity, and […]
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Pakistan’s transport transforms with Chinese partnership
Over the past decade, Pakistan’s transport sector has entered a period of quiet transformation – one powered largely by Chinese investment, engineering and long-term vision. What began as a set of infrastructure projects under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has evolved into a nationwide effort to modernize mobility, boost trade efficiency, and improve daily life […]
EU-Pakistan reaffirm strategic partnership at 15th Joint Commission
The European Union (EU)-Pakistan 15th Joint Commission was held in Brussels, reviewing political and economic developments and advancing cooperation in democracy, trade, development, climate, migration, and technology under the Strategic Engagement Plan, while reaffirming their commitment to regional stability. According to press release issued by Economic Affairs Ministry here Thursday, the meetings of the Sub-Groups […]
Minister hails £10m second phase of Pak-UK Education Gateway partnership
Federal Minister for Education and Professional Training, Dr Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui appreciated the efforts of Higher Education Commission (HEC) and British Council for launching the £10 million second phase of Pak-UK Education Gateway partnership. The Gateway will help the UK’s world class institutions work with their Pakistani counterparts on shared challenges from climate change to […]
Pak-Iran partnership to unlock new opportunities in agri-trade, research
Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain on Tuesday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to realizing the goal of $10 billion in bilateral trade with Iran as the partnership would not only strengthen the economic ties between both nations but also contribute to regional food stability. The minister held a meeting with the Ambassador […]
Islamabad pushes for US partnership to develop critical minerals
Pakistan has invited the US Critical Minerals Forum, funded by the US Government, to present a structured framework for collaboration in the country’s minerals and mining sector, marking a key policy-level opening for US investment and technology transfer as Islamabad seeks to unlock the potential of its critical minerals landscape. The development came during a […]
The City School, Pakistan Scouts Cadet College Batrasi announce partnership
The City School, one of Pakistan’s largest private school networks, has officially launched a strategic collaboration with Pakistan Scouts Cadet College Batrasi (PSCCB), marking a milestone in integrating education, digital innovation, and scouting traditions. The partnership was formalised following a meeting between Dr. Farzana, Group Chairperson of The City School, and Mr. Kim Seung Su, […]
NASA turns its focus to earth with aid partnership
NASA is using its satellites to solve humanitarian challenges in some of the most fragile places on earth under a landmark partnership with aid agency Mercy Corps. The US National Aeronautics and Space Administration will use its wealth of data to help communities at risk from climate change and natural disaster predict the dangers and […]
Renault aims to restart Nissan merger talks within 12 months
France’s Renault SA intends to restart merger talks with Japan’s Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. within 12 months, after which it will set sight on a bid to buy Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. The plans signal a return to the strategies supported by former Nissan boss Carlos Ghosn who held […]
Pakistan vs New Zealand 1st Test: Yasir, Hasan Ali fifers limit target to 176
ABU DHABI: Henry Nicholls and Bradley-John Watling defied Pakistan as New Zealand reached 200-4 at tea on the third day of the first Test in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The fifth wicket stand between Nicholls (51) and Watling (43) has so far yielded 92 runs as New Zealand conceding a 74-run deficit in the first […]