11 h. ago Evolving global landscape warrants regional cooperation to confront challenges: PM

PM Shehbaz addresses ECO Summit, saying, ‘forces of instability and chaos continue to destabilise our region for geo-political agendas Condemns recent Indian aggression and New Delhi’s attempts to weaponise water by holding IWT in abeyance Reiterates India couldn’t be allowed to ‘pursue this dangerous path that will be regarded as an act of aggression by […]

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35 h. ago PM reaches Azerbaijan to outline Pakistan’s perspective on key regional, global issues

Premier Shehbaz will attend 2-day ECO Summit being held in Khankendi under the theme ‘New ECO Vision for a Sustainable and Climate Resilient Future’ PM will reaffirm Pakistan’s commitment to ECO Vision 2025, advocate for deeper intra-regional trade SHUSHA, AZERBAIJAN: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday arrived at Shusha city of Nagorno-Karabakh region of […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan urges global action against Israel, reaffirms stance on Kashmir and regional peace

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has urged the international community to take immediate action against Israel’s deadly campaign in Gaza. He condemned what he called Israel’s genocidal actions against Palestinians and reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for a two-state solution to ensure lasting peace in the Middle East. Speaking at the […]

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9 d. ago No meeting scheduled between Kh Asif, Indian counterpart at SCO event: FO

Defense Minister reaches China to attend SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting SCO meeting is set to deliberate on regional and global security, counter-terrorism cooperation, and military ties ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry on Wednesday clarified that no meeting is scheduled between Defense Minister Khawaja Asif and his Indian counterpart Rajnath Singh during Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence […]

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9 d. ago At SCO summit, Pakistan reaffirms commitment to regional peace and stability

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan’s National Security Advisor (NSA) attended the 20th meeting of Security Council Secretaries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states held in Beijing, China. During the summit, the NSA delivered a key speech reiterating Pakistan’s stance on the global and regional situation. He emphasized Pakistan’s ongoing contributions to peace and security in […]

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1 week ago China praises Pakistan’s role in promoting peaceful regional solutions through diplomacy

ISLAMABAD – China has appreciated Pakistan’s active and constructive role in supporting peaceful solutions to regional security challenges, particularly through diplomatic efforts at global forums like the United Nations Security Council. Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong conveyed this praise during a meeting with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday. Their discussion focused on the regional security […]

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1 week ago Asia warming twice as fast as global average, WMO report warns

A recent report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has revealed that Asia is heating up nearly twice as fast as the global average, raising serious concerns about climate change impacts in the region. The report, titled The State of the Climate in Asia 2024, highlights increasing heatwaves, heavy rains, droughts, and rapidly melting glaciers […]

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1 week 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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1 week ago Norway PM calls U.S. strikes on Iran a violation of international law

Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre has strongly criticized recent U.S. attacks on Iran, calling them a violation of international law. He said the strikes have made the Middle East situation more complicated and have effectively paralyzed the United Nations Security Council. His remarks come as global concerns grow over rising tensions in the region. […]

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1 week ago Airlines reroute flights to avoid middle East after U.S. strikes on Iran

Airlines are continuing to avoid Middle East airspace following U.S. attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, prompting major shifts in global air traffic routes and travel disruptions across the region. According to flight tracking site FlightRadar24, commercial flights are steering clear of the airspace over Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Israel. Instead, airlines are choosing longer, more […]

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1 week ago Global reactions pour in after U.S. strikes Iran: condemnations and pleas for peace

World leaders have reacted swiftly to the U.S. airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites, with responses ranging from strong condemnation to praise, and widespread calls for immediate de-escalation. While Israel welcomed the strikes, many global voices warned the conflict could spiral into a wider regional war. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised President Trump for […]

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2 w. ago Ishaq Dar to present Pakistan’s stance at 51st OIC foreign ministers’ meeting

ISLAMABAD – Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar will represent Pakistan at the 51st session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers, set to take place in Türkiye on June 21-22, 2025. He will address key global and regional issues during the high-level session. During the plenary, Ishaq […]

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2 w. ago PSX falls again as regional tensions and fed outlook shake investor confidence

The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) ended Thursday in the red for a third day in a row. The benchmark KSE-100 Index dropped 463 points, closing at 120,002.59. The index had started strong, reaching over 121,700 points, but later reversed gains due to regional and global worries. Geopolitical tensions played a major role in the decline. […]

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2 w. ago Khawaja Asif urges global action against Israel’s nuclear threat

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif has warned the international community about the threat posed by Israel’s nuclear capabilities, emphasizing that the country remains outside global nuclear frameworks and poses a serious risk to regional and global peace. In a strongly worded statement, Asif urged the world to be “wary and apprehensive” of Israel’s […]

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3 w. ago PM, UAE President reaffirm commitment to peace, stability, and prosperity in region

Premier Shehbaz, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discuss a wide range of bilateral, regional, and global issues of mutual interest Both leaders express satisfaction over positive trajectory of bilateral ties and ongoing engagements at all levels They agree to maintain close coordination and continue working together to advance shared goals of regional peace and […]

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