Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have taken significant steps to strengthen their economic partnership as Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb met with Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid Al-Falih on the sidelines of the 26th Annual World Economic Forum in Davos. The high-level discussion focused on expanding bilateral investment ties and exploring new opportunities for cooperation. Both ministers […]
Pakistan has recorded a significant rise in external borrowing during the first six months of the current fiscal year, receiving a total of Rs. 1,272 billion in foreign loans and grants. In dollar terms, this amounts to $4.5 billion, marking an increase of $904 million compared to $3.6 billion received during the same period last […]
In a significant legislative development, the National Assembly has approved a bill allowing members of parliament to keep their asset details confidential for up to one year on the basis of security concerns. The move amends the Elections Act 2017 and introduces a legal mechanism for lawmakers to seek temporary protection of sensitive financial information. […]
Somalia has taken a major diplomatic step by cancelling all existing agreements with the United Arab Emirates, citing alleged interference that it says threatens the country’s unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. The decision was approved by Somalia’s cabinet and has been reported widely across Arab media, marking a sharp escalation in tensions between the two […]
Pakistan’s Defense Minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, has made a bold claim that increasing international orders for the country’s defense equipment could improve the economy and reduce reliance on the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The statement comes in the wake of Pakistan’s heightened global attention following the May 2025 conflict with India. Speaking on a private […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar arrived in Beijing on an official visit, highlighting the growing significance of Pakistan-China relations and regional diplomacy. Upon landing, Dar was warmly received by Yue Xiaoyong, China’s Special Representative for Afghanistan, signaling the high-level importance of the visit. The seventh Pakistan-China Strategic Dialogue is scheduled for Sunday, […]
President Asif Ali Zardari has signed the CDA Amendment Bill 2025, bringing significant changes to the compensation framework for property owners whose land is acquired by the government. Under the newly approved law, compensation will no longer be limited to cash payments. Property owners may now receive land or other government-approved forms of compensation, providing […]
Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee (CDF), on Wednesday engaged with participants of the 18th National Workshop on Balochistan at General Headquarters (GHQ), according to a statement by Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR). The workshop focused on Balochistan’s socio-economic development and its […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with Sohail Mahmood, the Secretary General-designate of the D-8 organization, to discuss future plans and the strategic direction of the group. The meeting was confirmed by the Foreign Office, with spokesperson Tahir Hussain Andrabi highlighting the importance of the discussion. Sohail Mahmood briefed the Deputy Prime […]
Bangladesh’s first female prime minister and veteran opposition leader Begum Khaleda Zia passed away early Tuesday morning at Evercare Hospital in Dhaka after a prolonged illness. She was 80 years old. Khaleda Zia, the chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), had been admitted to the hospital on November 23 with a lung infection and […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met with former Senate Chairman Sadiq Sanjrani on Monday to discuss ongoing development initiatives in Balochistan, according to a spokesperson from the Deputy Prime Minister’s Office. During the meeting, Sanjrani briefed Dar on various projects and efforts aimed at boosting infrastructure, welfare, and public services in the […]
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to undertake his first official foreign visit of 2026 to Switzerland. According to 24NewsHD TV, the prime minister will attend the 56th meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos from January 19 to January 26. A high-level delegation will accompany PM Shehbaz during the visit. Diplomatic sources […]
Pakistan has expressed serious concern over what it describes as the continued persecution of religious minorities in India, calling on the international community to take notice and play its role in protecting the fundamental rights of vulnerable communities. The issue was raised in the context of recent incidents involving vandalism during Christmas celebrations and violence […]
Pakistan on Thursday welcomed the President of the United Arab Emirates, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, on a one-day official visit, marking a significant moment in the strengthening of long-standing Pak-UAE relations. The visit underscores the deep-rooted brotherly ties between the two countries and signals renewed momentum in diplomatic, economic, and strategic cooperation. Sheikh […]
Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi visited Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Islamabad’s F-8 sector on Thursday to participate in Christmas celebrations and extend heartfelt greetings to the Christian community. During the ceremony, Naqvi joined Archbishop Joseph Arshad and church members in cutting the Christmas cake and lighting a candle of peace. He […]
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has praised the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) for its comprehensive and innovative approach to disaster risk management, 24NewsHD TV reported. During his visit to NDMA’s headquarters in Islamabad, the minister was briefed on the authority’s strategies for disaster preparedness, early warning systems, and inter-agency coordination. Naqvi highlighted NDMA’s emphasis on […]
United Arab Emirates President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan is scheduled to visit Pakistan on Friday, December 26, in a move seen as highly significant for strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries. The visit reflects the deep-rooted relationship shared by Pakistan and the UAE, built on mutual trust, cooperation, and long-standing diplomatic engagement. […]
The Attorney General of Pakistan, Mansoor Usman Awan, acting as the Returning Officer, has officially issued the notification of the newly-elected members of the Pakistan Bar Council, 24NewsHD TV Channel reported. From Balochistan, Munir Ahmed Khan Kakar secured his seat as a member of the Pakistan Bar Council. Islamabad’s representative is Raja Rizwan Abbasi. Khyber […]
Pakistan has raised serious concerns over what it describes as India’s growing attempts to use water as a strategic tool, warning that such actions threaten food security, regional peace, and the foundations of international law. The issue has once again brought the Indus Waters Treaty into sharp focus, a landmark agreement that has governed water-sharing […]
India has suffered a fresh diplomatic setback after being left out of the United States–led advanced technology alliance known as Pax Silica. The exclusion has intensified political debate at home, with opposition parties arguing that it reflects a growing sense of global isolation under the current government. The Pax Silica initiative, announced by the US […]
