ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has secured a major financial win in the CASA-1000 initiative, achieving savings of over $27 million after successfully negotiating contractor claims during high-level discussions in Sweden. Read More: Pakistan proposes setting up CASA Energy Market The talks, held on March 9–10 in Ludvika, involved officials from Pakistan’s Ministry of Energy (Power Division) and the National […]
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Tajikistan kills four militants on Afghan border
DUSHANBE: Tajikistan authorities on Sunday said they had “neutralised” four militants who crossed over from Afghanistan, amid rising border tensions in the region, state media reported. The incident occurred in the southern Khatlon region, where deadly clashes have increased over recent weeks. Read More: Tajikistan says 5 killed in armed clash on border with Afghanistan According to the Tajik […]
Pakistan set to export 143,000 tonnes of halal meat to Tajikistan
Leadership of Federation Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FPCCI) and Chambers of Commerce’s on Monday hailed the efforts of Ambassador of Tajikistan to Pakistan, Yusuf Sharifzoda Toir for increasing exports in the potential area of “halal meat”. Meanwhile talking to APP here, President, Federation Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Atif Ikram Sheikh said […]
Pakistan secures halal meat export deal with Tajikistan
Pakistan has made a significant breakthrough in regional trade cooperation by securing an agreement to export halal meat to Tajikistan, officials said on Monday, marking a new milestone in bilateral economic relations between the two countries. Under the agreement, Pakistan will export 143,000 tonnes of halal meat to Tajikistan, with the total value of shipments […]
Five killed in armed clash on Tajikistan-Afghanistan border
An armed clash along the Tajikistan-Afghanistan border has left five people dead, according to Tajik state media, heightening concerns over security along the volatile frontier. Read More: Tajikistan reports deadly cross-border attacks from Afghanistan Tajikistan’s state news agency Khovar, citing the Border Troops of the State Committee for National Security, reported that three armed individuals crossed into Tajik […]
Punjab to further strengthen cultural collaboration with Tajikistan: Azma
The Department of Information and Culture Punjab hosted a vibrant Pakistan-Tajikistan Cultural Festival, attended by Punjab Minister for Information and Culture, Azma Bokhari, as the chief guest. The festival featured traditional dance, music, and colorful performances by artists from Tajikistan, captivating the audience. Renowned Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan mesmerized attendees with his spectacular […]
Pakistan and Tajikistan join hands for cultural festival at Lok Virsa from Friday
In an unprecedented celebration of friendship and shared heritage, Pakistan and Tajikistan are joining hands to host their first-ever collaborative cultural festival at Lok Virsa on December 19-20. This landmark event marks a historic moment in the cultural diplomacy between the two nations, promising to showcase the rich traditions, artistic excellence and culinary delights that […]
Tajikistan plans to import 100,000 tonnes of Pakistani meat
Tajikistan has conveyed its intention to buy 100,000 tons of meat from Pakistan, a potential import order exceeding USD 50 million and signaling growing trade cooperation between the two countries. This was conveyed during a meeting between Federal Minister for National Food Security and Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, and Ambassador of Tajikistan to Pakistan, H.E. […]
Terror Hits Tajikistan
The recent drone strike on a camp in Tajikistan, originating from Afghan territory, has confirmed what Pakistan has repeatedly warned: terrorist groups operating from Afghanistan pose a serious threat to peace and stability across the region. Whether the Afghan government is unwilling or unable to act against these groups, the result is the same. Neighbouring […]
China urges probe after deadly attack on its citizens in Tajikistan
China has urged Tajik authorities to investigate an attack that killed three Chinese citizens and injured one. The incident occurred near the Afghan border in southwestern Khatlon province on Wednesday evening. The Chinese embassy has ordered its citizens to evacuate border areas immediately for safety. Tajikistan’s Foreign Ministry said the attack targeted a company named […]