Pakistan and Iraq have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthen bilateral cooperation, focusing on fighting extremism, terrorism, and narco trade, while exploring economic opportunities in trade, defence, IT, and pharmaceuticals. During a high-level meeting in Baghdad, President Asif Ali Zardari emphasized Pakistan’s support for Iraq’s sovereignty, stability, and democratic progress, offering skilled manpower, digital governance expertise, […]
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President Zardari begins five-day official visit to Iraq
President Asif Ali Zardari will leave for Iraq today for a five-day official visit at Iraq’s invitation. The visit highlights Pakistan-Iraq brotherly ties based on shared faith, culture, and mutual respect. During his trip, Zardari will hold high-level talks to strengthen bilateral relations across trade, energy, and education. The president will meet Iraqi leadership to […]
Sikh pilgrims depart Pakistan after Guru Nanak celebrations
ISLAMABAD: Around 2,000 Sikh pilgrims will leave Pakistan today after a ten-day pilgrimage marking Baba Guru Nanak’s 556th birth anniversary.Punjab Minister for Minority Affairs Sardar Ramesh Singh Arora will bid farewell at the Wagah border.Pilgrims praised Pakistan’s hospitality and arrangements made by government authorities and the Evacuee Trust Property Board. During their visit, pilgrims explored […]
Pakistan, Iran agree to boost maritime, road and rail connectivity
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran have agreed to enhance cooperation in the blue economy by expanding maritime, road, and rail connectivity to strengthen regional trade and foster closer people-to-people relations. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Minister for Maritime Affairs Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Iran’s Minister for Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh. […]