24 h. ago Normalisation of arbitrary force unacceptable, Pakistan tells SCO

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to peaceful coexistence with its neighbours. However, he warned that Pakistan could not accept the “normalisation of arbitrary force”. Dar was addressing the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Tianjin on Tuesday, where he reiterated Pakistan’s longstanding policy of pursuing […]

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39 h. ago Pakistan’s cotton imports surpass local output amid policy concerns

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s cotton and yarn imports have soared to $4.24 billion in fiscal year 2025, crossing the country’s domestic production for the first time, according to official data. Industry experts have blamed tax policies and poor weather for this surge. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics reported a 61% increase in textile-related imports, while textile […]

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3 d. ago Pakistan’s policy on Palestine consistent and principled: Rizwan Saeed Sheikh

Islamabad is under no pressure from Washington to recognise Israel, Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has said during an informal media briefing at a luncheon hosted by prominent Pakistani-American community leader Dr Rao Kamran Ali at his residence in Dallas. Addressing the gathering, the ambassador spoke on a range of national and […]

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3 d. ago Auto industry urged to rethink pricing, real benefits for consumers

LAHORE – As Pakistan unveils the New Energy Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30, stakeholders have raised the issue of the pricing

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3 d. ago Pakistan rejects US pressure on recognizing Israel, says ambassador

DALLAS – Pakistan’s Ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has categorically stated that there is no pressure from the US for Pakistan to recognize Israel. Speaking at an event in Dallas, Texas, the ambassador emphasized that Pakistan’s stance on Israel remains unwavering and is deeply rooted in the vision of the country’s founder, […]

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4 d. ago New grading system on ice until 2026: What it means for students

The government of Pakistan has officially postponed the rollout of the new grading policy for matriculation (10th grade) and intermediate (12th grade) annual exams by one year. The recent 2025 exams will continue under the existing grading system, while the new grading scheme will now be enforced starting with the 2026 academic session. This delay […]

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5 d. ago At 32nd ARF, Dar urges global cooperation in face of mounting regional, int’l challenges

Deputy PM underscores just resolution of Kashmir dispute, criticizing India’s unilateral actions and aggression in the region Reiterates Pakistan’s commitment as a Sectoral Dialogue Partner and ARF member to ASEAN’s strategic goals envisioned in the Declaration on ASEAN 2045 Reaffirms Pakistan’s backing of ‘One China Policy,’ urging peaceful resolution of disputes in Asia-Pacific KUALA LUMPUR: […]

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7 d. ago Ajit Doval running Indian terror network in Pakistan, says DG ISPR

Pakistan Army spokesperson Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry has accused Indian National Security Adviser Ajit Doval of masterminding a state-sponsored terrorism network targeting Pakistan. In an interview with Al Jazeera, DG ISPR stated that India has institutionalized terrorism as a state policy, using proxies like the banned Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) to destabilize Pakistan. He said […]

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7 d. ago Indian state policy actively sponsors Extremism, Sectarian Violence in Pakistan: DG ISPR

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan Army spokesperson and Director-General of Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Lt-General Ahmed Sharif Choudhary reiterated Indian terrorism as official

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8 d. ago FBR eases tax rules for overseas Pakistanis in property market

In a significant move, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has announced that overseas Pakistanis can now pay advance tax at filer rates on buying or selling property in Pakistan—even if they are non-filers. This policy applies under specific conditions and is aimed at easing investment for non-resident Pakistanis. To qualify, individuals must hold either […]

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1 week ago Govt finalizes bold industrial policy to revive struggling sector

The Pakistani government has finalized a new industrial policy to rescue the declining manufacturing sector, which has been shrinking for years. The policy was approved during a high-level meeting of the Industrial Policy Committee, chaired by Special Assistant to the PM, Haroon Akhtar Khan, in Islamabad. Officials in the meeting showed concern that industry’s share […]

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1 week ago Pakistan sets bold industrial revival plan to boost exports and cut imports

ISLAMABAD – The government has finalized a new industrial policy to revive Pakistan’s struggling industrial sector. The Prime Minister’s Committee on Industrial Policy approved key reforms in a recent meeting chaired by SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan. The policy focuses on increasing exports, reducing imports, and helping small businesses grow. Officials said the industry’s share in […]

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1 week ago Pakistan opens mining sector to US, China & Russia with equal bidding rights

In a major policy shift aimed at attracting global investment, Pakistan has invited companies from the United States, China, and Russia to bid for multibillion-dollar mining contracts, including the high-profile Reko Diq gold and copper project. The government is promoting an “open-handed policy” that ensures equal opportunity for all foreign investors, regardless of geopolitical alignments. […]

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2 w. ago Bilawal reiterates offer for peace talks to India, urges neighbour to act on shared responsibility in counter

ISLAMABAD: Former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari on Wednesday again extended an olive branch to India, urging the neighboring country to forge a partnership with Pakistan to pursue peace and jointly combat terrorism. Speaking at the international conference titled “Pakistan Fighting War for the World against Terrorism” at the Islamabad Policy Research Institute, Bilawal emphasized that […]

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2 w. ago Govt Introduces Massive Import Duty Cuts on Luxury SUVs and Cars Under Finance Act 2025

In a major policy shift under the Finance Act 2025, the Government of Pakistan has reduced import duties on luxury vehicles, including high-end SUVs like the LC300, LC200, LX570, and LX600. The revised duties aim to provide relief to automotive enthusiasts and make imported vehicles more affordable for buyers across the country. What’s Changed? As […]

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2 w. ago Pakistan accuses India of ‘weaponising’ water under Indus Waters Treaty

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has formally raised concerns with the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), accusing India of weaponising the waters of the Western Rivers, a breach of the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). In a submission to the PCA, Pakistan highlighted significant changes in India’s policy since April 23, 2025, suggesting that India’s actions could have […]

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2 w. ago Pakistani envoy commends Spain’s balanced Foreign Policy in key Senate talks

MADRID — Ambassador of Pakistan held high-level meeting with Senator José Ignacio Landaluce, President of the Senate Foreign Affairs Commission

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3 w. ago Over half of Pakistan’s urban population lives in informal settlements: UN workshop

Moot hosted by UN-Habitat Pakistan reveals Pakistan facing a backlog of over 10 million units DG, Ministry of Housing and Works, outlines Pakistan’s draft National Housing Policy, seeking to ensure adequate, affordable, and sustainable housing ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is grappling with a severe housing shortage, facing a backlog of over 10 million units, with more than […]

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3 w. ago Pakistan shifts gear, new electric vehicle policy aims for 30% green cars by 2030

The federal government has unveiled an ambitious New Electric Vehicle Policy (NEVP) 2025–2030, aiming to accelerate Pakistan’s shift toward sustainable

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3 w. ago JI criticizes govt for Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize recommendation, calls it diplomatic blunder

MULTAN: Deputy Emir of Jamaat-e-Islami (JI) Pakistan, Liaqat Baloch, has strongly criticised the federal government and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for recommending U.S. President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, calling it a “blunder.” Baloch, in a statement, expressed his disapproval, stating that the move reflected poor judgment in Pakistan’s foreign policy. He pointed […]

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