31 h. ago Pakistan, Poland eye deeper partnership after key talks in Warsaw

Pakistan and Poland have agreed to strengthen their bilateral relationship through high-level visits, parliamentary exchanges, and continued diplomatic dialogue. This understanding was reached during the 9th Round of Bilateral Political Consultations (BPC) held on July 4, 2025, in Warsaw. The meeting aimed to enhance cooperation across multiple sectors, marking a positive step in long-standing diplomatic […]

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47 h. ago Pakistan, Azerbaijan agree to boost trade and investment cooperation

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday met with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on the sidelines of Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. During the meeting, the two leaders agreed to enhance their cooperation in the fields of trade and investment while expressing satisfaction over the progress made regarding the investment prospects. Both […]

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54 h. ago Shehbaz, Erdogan seal closer defence, trade alliance at ECO summit

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a bilateral meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday at the sidelines of the ECO Summit in Khankendi, Azerbaijan. They conducted a comprehensive review of Pakistan–Türkiye relations and discussed shared interests in the region. They reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing cooperation in trade, defence, energy, regional connectivity, and investment. […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan’s Air Chief Marshal Sidhu Concludes Historic US Visit to Boost Military Ties

In a historic move aimed at enhancing Pakistan-US defence cooperation, Pakistan Air Force (PAF) Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Zaheer Ahmed Baber Sidhu, recently concluded an official visit to the United States. This visit marks the first by a serving PAF chief in over a decade and is seen as a pivotal […]

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4 d. ago Punjab aims for 6 million cotton bales as harvest begins strong

The Punjab government has launched an ambitious plan to produce 6 million cotton bales this season, aiming to revive the cotton sector and strengthen the textile industry. Secretary Agriculture Iftikhar Ali Sahoo announced the target during a crop progress review meeting in Multan. He stated that field reports are encouraging, showing cotton plants in healthy […]

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8 d. ago Pakistan, Saudi Arabia join hands to boost digital tech and global connectivity

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have agreed to enhance cooperation in emerging technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital infrastructure. This development came during a high-level meeting between Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja and Saudi Minister for Communications and Information Technology Engineer Abdullah Al-Swaha. A major highlight of the talks was […]

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1 week ago PM Shehbaz announces tax relief on farm machinery to boost agriculture reform

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has ordered a phased reduction in taxes on agricultural machinery to promote modern farming and increase productivity in Pakistan’s vital farm sector. This move aims to support farmers and drive economic growth. During a high-level agriculture meeting on Wednesday, the prime minister called the sector the “backbone of the national economy.” […]

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1 week ago Pakistan, UAE sign MoU on mutual exemption of entry visa requirements

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) signed a critical Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on “Mutual Exemption of Entry Visa Requirements” on Monday during the 12th session of the Pakistan-UAE Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC) held in Abu Dhabi. This agreement represents a pivotal step in enhancing diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two countries. […]

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2 w. ago Gwadar delegation visits Zhengzhou enhancing cooperation in agriculture sector

ISLAMABAD: A 10-member high-level agricultural delegation from Gwadar concluded a five-day productive visit to Zhengzhou, China’s Henan Province from June 16-20, marking a step forward in enhancing Pakistan-China cooperation in agriculture, education and ecological development. The delegation, comprising agricultural experts and enterprise representatives, engaged in extensive knowledge-sharing and explored numerous collaboration opportunities during their packed […]

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3 w. ago Tax relief proposed for fertilizers, pesticides—but farmers still disappointed

In the newly announced federal budget 2025–26, the Pakistani government has proposed to continue sales tax exemptions on fertilizers and pesticides, in an attempt to support the agriculture sector, considered the backbone of the economy. Despite this relief, key stakeholders have voiced dissatisfaction, saying many promises remain unfulfilled. During his budget speech in Parliament, Finance […]

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3 w. ago Trump’s nominee for South Asia backs Pakistan ties, emphasizes peace with India

WASHINGTON: Paul Kapur, nominated by President Donald Trump as the next US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, has expressed strong support for enhancing cooperation with Pakistan in security, trade, and investment sectors. In his Senate confirmation hearing on Wednesday, Kapur outlined his commitment to fostering peace and stability in South Asia, […]

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3 w. ago South Korea’s president Lee and Japan’s PM Ishiba vow to strengthen ties in first official call

SEOUL – South Korea’s newly elected President Lee Jae-myung and Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba held their first official phone call on Monday, agreeing to strengthen bilateral ties and enhance regional cooperation. The 25-minute conversation marked an important step toward rebuilding trust and stability in Northeast Asia. During the call, both leaders reaffirmed their commitment […]

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4 w. ago Prime minister Shehbaz Sharif calls turkish president to extend Eid

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a cordial telephonic conversation with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, extending warm Eid-ul-Adha greetings and best wishes to him, his family, and the people of Türkiye. The leaders reaffirmed their deep-rooted fraternal ties and expressed a strong commitment to further enhancing cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye in all areas of […]

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4 w. ago Pakistan and Saudi Arabia pledge to boost trade and investment cooperation

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to strengthening economic ties with Saudi Arabia, following his meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during his recent official visit. The meeting took place on the blessed occasion of Eid ul Adha and focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, and development. […]

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