4 h. ago Field Marshal’s US visit reaffirms commitment to regional peace, counterterrorism, economic growth

COAS highlights Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to regional peace and stability and its constructive role in fostering a rules-based international order Field Marshal Munir shed light on Pakistan’s remarkable untapped potential, particularly in IT, agriculture, and vast underexploited reserves in the mining and mineral sectors Interaction with prominent US think tanks and strategic affairs institutions provided […]

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7 h. ago China, Pakistan, Bangladesh commit to deeper cooperation at first trilateral summit

KARACHI: China, Pakistan, and Bangladesh have agreed to deepen their trilateral cooperation across various sectors at their first-ever summit held in Kunming, China, this week. The meeting, which took place in Yunnan province, was attended by Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong representing China, Acting Foreign Secretary Ruhul Alam Siddique representing Bangladesh, and Additional Secretary Imran […]

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8 h. ago PM Shehbaz reaffirms Pakistan’s commitment to fighting terrorism in call with US Secy Rubio

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio shared views on wide range of bilateral,

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9 h. ago Ishaq Dar calls for swift progress on industrial parks to boost investment

ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has urged authorities to accelerate the development of industrial parks. He emphasized that these parks must meet international standards to attract local and foreign investment. Dar made these comments while chairing a high-level committee meeting focused on the Karachi Industrial Park project at the Pakistan […]

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29 h. ago Steel Melters Urge Senate to Link Import Tariff Cuts with Power Tariff Relief to Avert Industry Crisis

  The Pakistan Steel Melters Association has urged the Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue to tie any reduction in steel import tariffs directly to a corresponding decrease in power tariffs for the industry. Mian Ahmad Hassan, Chairman of the Association emphasized that high power costs, which constitute over 70% of production expenses, already […]

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39 h. ago Pakistan navy rescues injured Indian crew member in swift sea operation

The Pakistan Navy successfully carried out a rescue mission to save a seriously injured Indian crew member at sea, following an urgent medical assistance request. The operation was launched after the oil tanker MT High Leader reported the emergency involving the crewman. This prompt response highlights Pakistan Navy’s strong commitment to humanitarian efforts beyond borders. […]

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61 h. ago PM Shehbaz forms committee to boost cashless economy and digitization

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday formed a high-level committee to promote a cashless economy and speed up digitization across Pakistan. The prime minister will personally chair the committee and oversee its progress weekly. During the meeting, the prime minister stressed that digitizing the economy is one of the government’s top reform […]

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4 d. ago Aaqib Javed: We haven’t finalized white or red ball specialists yet

Lahore – Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) High Performance Director and Selection Committee Member Aaqib Javed said on Monday that no final decision has been made about which players will specialize in white-ball or red-ball cricket. He shared these views during a press briefing at the launch of a Skills Development Camp in Lahore. He stressed […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan denies nuclear assurance claims to Iran, slams foreign propaganda

Credible security sources have denied reports claiming Pakistan gave Iran any nuclear assurance in case of an Israeli attack. These claims were circulated by some foreign media outlets. Officials said no such commitment was made by Pakistan. They called the reports completely false and misleading. Security sources said the claims were part of a propaganda […]

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7 d. ago Sindh government committed to ending child labour, says CM Murad

KARACHI: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah reaffirmed the province’s strong commitment to eradicating child labour during a message on World Day Against Child Labour. He stated that the provincial government continues to intensify its school enrollment campaign to ensure that every child receives an education. The CM highlighted that strict enforcement of existing child […]

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8 d. 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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8 d. ago PM reiterates commitment to knowledge economy, digital transformation and youth empowerment

Premier Shehbaz congratulates all stakeholders on Pakistan’s impactful presence at London Tech Week 2025 Says Pakistan is forward-looking country that harnessing technology, innovation, and youth potential to engage with the world ABU DHABI: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday reiterated his government’s “resolute commitment” to accelerating journey toward a “knowledge economy, digital transformation, global […]

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8 d. ago SBP’s monetary policy committee to decide interest rate on june 16

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) announced that its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will meet on Monday, June 16, 2025. The purpose of the meeting is to review the economic situation and decide whether to change the policy interest rate. The SBP will issue the official statement through a press release on the same day. […]

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9 d. ago Bilawal alleges India ‘sabotaging Trump’s peace efforts on Kashmir’

LONDON: Former foreign minister and PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Wednesday condemned India for attempting to “sabotage President Donald Trump’s peace efforts” in South Asia, stressing that Pakistan remains committed to resolving all issues, including Kashmir, through dialogue. Speaking to the media in London, Bilawal’s remarks came against the backdrop of the ongoing India-Pakistan […]

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9 d. ago US CENTCOM commander calls Pakistan an exceptional counterterrorism partner

General Michael Erik Kurilla, commander of US Central Command (CENTCOM), praised Pakistan as a vital partner in the global fight against terrorism. Speaking before the US Senate Armed Services Committee, he emphasized Pakistan’s crucial role in combating ISIS-Khorasan, one of the world’s most active terrorist groups. General Kurilla said Pakistan has emerged as an exceptional […]

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1 week ago CDC, commissioner reaffirm commitment to polio eradication efforts

KARACHI: A delegation from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Polio Branch met with Commissioner Karachi Syed Hasan Naqvi to discuss ongoing efforts toward polio eradication in the city. Led by Dr. Richard Franka, the delegation emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum in the fight against polio, with continued CDC technical assistance […]

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1 week ago India blocks Sikh pilgrims from attending Guru Arjan Dev Ji anniversary in Pakistan

LAHORE: India has barred Sikh pilgrims from travelling to Pakistan to attend the annual martyrdom anniversary of Guru Arjan Dev Ji, drawing criticism from religious leaders and interfaith groups for undermining religious harmony. Despite the restriction, Pakistan’s Evacuee Trust Property Board (ETPB) and Pakistan Sikh Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (PSGPC) hosted a symbolic reception at the […]

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1 week 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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1 week ago Bilawal offers peace talks with India at neutral venue, thanks Trump for ceasefire

WASHINGTON – Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has announced that Pakistan is ready to hold peace talks with India at a neutral location. In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Bilawal emphasized Pakistan’s commitment to achieving lasting peace in South Asia and welcomed international support for this cause. Bilawal thanked former U.S. […]

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1 week 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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