Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will begin a four-day official visit to China on May 23. The visit aims to strengthen economic, political, and strategic cooperation between both countries. The talks will directly impact trade, investment, and future development under the CPEC framework. The Foreign Office said the visit holds special importance as Pakistan and China […]
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Putin to visit China to deepen strategic cooperation ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit China on May 19–20 for high-level talks aimed at strengthening the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation between Moscow and Beijing. The Kremlin confirmed that the visit will include discussions on international developments and regional security challenges. Moreover, both sides aim to expand political coordination and deepen long-term […]
Russia and India sign five-year troop deployment deal
Russia and India have reportedly signed a five-year agreement allowing the deployment of military personnel and assets in each other’s territories, marking a significant step in their longstanding defense cooperation. Read More: India deploys warships towards Pakistan: report According to Russian media reports, the agreement outlines provisions for the temporary stationing of troops, aircraft, and other […]
Historic pact boosts Pakistan-Uzbekistan partnership
Pakistan and Uzbekistan signed a joint declaration to expand strategic cooperation. The agreement follows Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev’s state visit to Pakistan. Leaders emphasized trade, security, connectivity, education, and cultural partnerships. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif and President Mirziyoyev expressed satisfaction with bilateral ties. They held comprehensive discussions covering political, economic, and regional cooperation. Both […]
Pakistan, Kazakhstan ink 30+ MoUs, eye $1bn trade
Pakistan and Kazakhstan signed more than 30 agreements to expand cooperation during President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s state visit. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for raising bilateral trade to one billion dollars within a year. Both leaders agreed to elevate ties through a new strategic partnership. Currently, bilateral trade stands at about 250 million dollars, which leaders […]
Kremlin denies India halting Russian oil
Moscow: The Kremlin said it has heard no statements from India about stopping Russian oil purchases. The remark came after US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with India that included halting Russian oil imports. Kremlin officials said they are carefully analysing Trump’s comments on the issue. The US-India trade deal reduces tariffs on […]
Pakistani lawmakers urge US to ease visa restrictions
A high-level Pakistani parliamentary delegation has urged US lawmakers to remove Pakistan from a list of countries subject to stricter immigration visa scrutiny, calling the classification a major obstacle to improved bilateral relations. Read More: Pakistani lawmakers arrive in Washington for talks The delegation, led by Senators Saleem H. Mandviwalla and Rana Mahmoodul Hassan, visited Washington […]
Europe and India push for historic ‘mother of all deals’
NEW DELHI: India and the European Union are on the brink of finalising what officials are calling the “mother of all deals”, a landmark trade and strategic partnership aimed at strengthening economic and geopolitical ties. The announcement is expected during the EU-India summit next week in New Delhi, where European Commission President Ursula von der […]
Pakistan, Iraq strengthen strategic partnership
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, […]
Pakistan, China strengthen strategic partnership ahead
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar chaired a high-level meeting on Monday to review Pakistan–China relations and assess progress across political, economic, security, and cultural areas. He stressed that both nations must continue expanding cooperation with long-term strategic focus. During the meeting held in Islamabad, Dar emphasized that the 75th anniversary of diplomatic […]