ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif convened a high-level meeting on Wednesday to review the affairs of the National Highway Authority (NHA), focusing on the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (Carec) Tranche-III project, after the Asian Development Bank (ADB) warned that a $360 million loan could lapse next year due to delays. Read More: Senate panel […]
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PM assures all possible steps to enhance youth’s skills, capabilities
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday assured that the federal government would utilize all possible resources to further increase the skills and capabilities of the country’s youth. The prime minister, in a meeting with Chairman of Prime Minister Youth Program Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, said that the government was prioritising the enhancement of youth’s educational […]
Pakistan may withdraw from ICC T20 World Cup 2026 over Bangladesh controversy
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is considering a withdrawal from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after Bangladesh was denied the opportunity to play matches in Sri Lanka, prompting concerns in Islamabad over perceived double standards by the International Cricket Council. Read More: Pakistan names strong squad for T20 world cup Highly placed sources told The News that the […]
‘Cabinet’s blessing led to Gaza board joining’
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said on Saturday that the federal cabinet had approved Pakistan joining the Board of Peace, which is led by US President Donald Trump. A group of leaders and senior officials from 19 countries – including Pakistan – had gathered on stage on Thursday with Trump at a signing ceremony in Davos, […]
‘How is my favourite Field Marshal?’ Trump asks PM Shehbaz
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said that during his recent interaction with Donald Trump at Davos, the US president asked him, “How is my favourite Field Marshal?” The premier said that he responded by pointing towards Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, who was seated in the front row among the guests. Television channels worldwide showed […]
IMF lauds Shehbaz Sharif’s bold reforms
ISLAMABAD – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised Pakistan’s economic reforms led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva highlighted the government’s progress in budget discipline and development initiatives. She said the reforms are showing positive results for the country and its people. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, […]
IMF MD praises economic reforms under PM’s leadership
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised the government on Friday for “seriously” embracing reforms under its programme requirements, saying it was already yielding results. Speaking to Pakistan TV on the sidelines of the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Georgieva said: “Pakistani government has seriously embraced reforms and […]
PM, other global leaders sign Board of Peace charter
Pakistan on Thursday signed the charter of the Board of Peace as part of its ongoing efforts to support the implementation of the Gaza Peace Plan. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif signed the document along with other world leaders including those from Qatar, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan Argentina, Kosovo, Paraguay, Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, Bulgaria and others. […]
PM, CDF rub shoulders with world leaders on WEF sidelines
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir held cordial and informal interactions with several world leaders, including United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum’s 56th Annual Meeting in Davos on Thursday. The prime minister and the chief of the army […]
Pakistan signs on as Trump unveils Gaza peace board
U.S. President Donald Trump officially announced the Gaza Board of Peace at a signing ceremony in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday. Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, along with leaders from several other countries, signed the agreement. The board aims to promote peace, dialogue, and development projects in Gaza and the wider region. Speaking at the event, […]