President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have said that Pakistan is ready to work with all states in South Asia to strengthen trade and energy linkages. They issued their messages on the 40th anniversary of Saarc Charter Day. Both leaders stressed Pakistan’s commitment to Saarc principles and regional cooperation. President Zardari said […]
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Pakistan targets $200m trade with Kyrgyzstan
Pakistan set a goal to raise trade with Kyrgyzstan from $15 million to $200 million within two years. The target followed the signing of major agreements in Islamabad. Both leaders said the deals would push economic cooperation to a new level. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and President Sadyr Zhaparov oversaw the signing of 15 MoUs […]
Kyrgyz president arrives to boost Pakistan ties
President Sadyr Zhaparov of Kyrgyzstan will visit Pakistan on Wednesday at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The Foreign Office said the trip is the first presidential visit from Kyrgyzstan since 2005. It added that the visit reflects long-standing ties built on shared history, faith, and regional aspirations. The FO said the visit will […]
Pakistan elected chairman of ECO Council of Ministers for 2026-27
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has been elected as the Chairman of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Council of Ministers for 2026-27, the Foreign Office confirmed on Saturday, Radio Pakistan reported. The decision was taken during the virtually held 29th ECO Council of Ministers meeting. Read More: Dar elected chairman of global body’s council of ministers Foreign Ministers of […]
Pakistan, Russia pledge deeper cooperation in trade, energy and education
Pakistan and Russia have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation across key sectors including trade, energy, education and business development. Read More: Pakistan, Russia launch first-ever Asian security talks The renewed resolve came at the conclusion of the three-day 10th Pakistan-Russia Intergovernmental Commission (IGC) on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technical Cooperation held in Islamabad from November […]
ADB to invest $10bn in CAREC projects
ISLAMABAD: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced plans to invest over $10 billion by 2030 to support projects under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) programme, aiming to foster a digitally connected and resilient region. The announcement was made during a ministerial conference in Bishkek, where CAREC ministers endorsed the ‘Bishkek Declaration’ to […]
Pakistan approves new international airport in Mirpur, Azad Kashmir
Pakistan has approved the construction of a new international airport in Mirpur, Azad Jammu and Kashmir. The project aims to provide modern air travel facilities for millions of citizens living locally and abroad. Officials expect construction to begin within the current fiscal year, marking a major step in regional connectivity. The Pakistan Airports Authority (PAA) […]
PM Shehbaz: Regional connectivity will transform economy and trade
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that enhancing regional connectivity will revolutionize Pakistan’s economy and trade, as the country moves into the second phase of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). Addressing the Regional Transport Ministers’ Conference in Islamabad on Friday, he welcomed delegates and described the event as a valuable platform for strengthening regional cooperation […]
Pakistan ready to serve as regional hub for connectivity: Ishaq Dar
ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar on Thursday said Pakistan is ready to become a regional hub for connectivity, facilitating transport links, cross-border trade, and joint investments across South and Central Asia. Addressing the Regional Transport Ministers’ Conference in Islamabad, themed “Regional Connectivity: Opportunities for the Region,” Dar emphasized that Pakistan […]