39 h. ago Senate chairman Gilani urges global unity at Venice peace summit

Chairman Senate Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani has said that the Global Peace Conference held in Venice, Italy, is a clear reflection of Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to promoting interfaith harmony and global peace. He urged the international community to prioritize justice, dialogue, and human dignity in its efforts toward lasting peace. In a statement released by […]

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60 h. ago It can drown Pakistan in floods and scorch it with heatwaves 

By: Hamnah Naeem In September 2022, Pakistan was in global headlines, but not for a good reason. A large portion of the country, nearly one-third, was submerged following unusual monsoon floods. More than 1700 people lost their lives, and millions were displaced. Crops were destroyed, acres of agricultural land were ruined, and the economy was […]

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63 h. ago Gold wraps up week with sharp decline in Pakistan amid global pressure

Karachi – Gold prices witnessed a significant decline in both international and domestic markets on Thursday. The global market saw

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66 h. 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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66 h. ago Microsoft shuts Pakistan office after 25 years amid global restructuring

After 25 years of presence in Pakistan, Microsoft has officially shut down its local office, citing global restructuring and a shift to a cloud-first, partner-led business model. The decision aligns with the company’s broader layoff plan, which includes cutting over 9,000 jobs worldwide—about 4% of its global workforce—making it one of the biggest layoffs since […]

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3 d. 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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4 d. ago Pakistan calls on India to respect Indus waters treaty after global court ruling

Pakistan has urged India to immediately resume its commitments under the Indus Waters Treaty following a key ruling by the Court of Arbitration that backed Pakistan’s stance. The court clearly stated that India cannot legally suspend the treaty on its own. On Monday, Pakistan’s Foreign Office welcomed the court’s Supplemental Award, which affirmed that the […]

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4 d. ago Pakistan Gains Global Respect Through Military and Diplomatic Successes: Khawaja Asif

Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif said on Tuesday that Pakistan has earned renewed respect both regionally and internationally. He highlighted the country’s military achievements and diplomatic progress as key reasons for this growing recognition. Khawaja Asif explained that Pakistan is now seen with new dignity and stature, largely due to the strong performance of its […]

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4 d. ago Bilawal calls on world to support Pakistan in fight against terrorism

Pakistan People’s Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari has urged the global community to stand with Pakistan in its ongoing battle against terrorism. Speaking at an international conference on Pakistan’s role in the global war on terror, he highlighted the country’s heavy sacrifices and steadfast resolve. Bilawal described terrorism as a global challenge that Pakistan has […]

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5 d. ago Pakistan takes over UN security council presidency for july 2025

Pakistan has officially assumed the presidency of the United Nations Security Council for the month of July 2025. The Foreign Office described the development as a great responsibility, which Pakistan is undertaking with purpose, humility, and strong commitment to global peace efforts. In its official statement, Pakistan reaffirmed that its leadership at the Council will […]

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6 d. ago PM for taking immediate practical steps to promote tourism sector

ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Monday directed the Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation (PTDC) to take immediate practical steps to promote tourism in the country. “Public and private sectors should work together to facilitate international tourists travel to Pakistan’s tourist destinations”, the prime minister issued directions while chairing a meeting held here to review promotion […]

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6 d. ago Pakistan’s tourist destinations weather: Intermittent rains likely till weekend

ISLAMABAD – Intermittent rains with isolated heavy falls are predicted in Murree, Galiyat and other tourist destinations in Pakistan during

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6 d. ago Pakistan steps up in global development talks at Spain conference

ISLAMABAD – Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb has departed for Seville, Spain, to attend the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4), taking place from July 1 to 3, 2025. The global event will bring together world leaders and economic experts to develop new strategies for sustainable finance, especially for countries pursuing the […]

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6 d. ago Gold Price climbs by Rs350,200 in Pakistan in line with global upward trend

KARACHI – Gold rates continue to climb, with per tola rate hitting Rs350,200 after single day hike of Rs800 on

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6 d. ago PM Shehbaz vows to make Pakistan a top global tourist destination

ISLAMABAD – Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced plans to include Pakistan among the world’s top tourist destinations by unlocking the country’s full tourism potential. He made these remarks while chairing a high-level meeting on promoting tourism in Pakistan. During the session, officials presented proposals aimed at boosting the tourism sector and attracting international and […]

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6 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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8 d. ago Pakistan tops global list for falling default risk, says Bloomberg

ISLAMABAD – Pakistan has recorded the world’s sharpest drop in sovereign default risk over the past year, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. The improvement is driven by macroeconomic reforms and successful collaboration with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). Bloomberg’s data shows Pakistan’s default probability dropped from 59% to 47% in the last 12 months—an 11 percentage […]

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8 d. ago Fuel prices likely to increase from july 1 in Pakistan amid global oil volatility

KARACHI – Fuel prices in Pakistan are expected to rise from July 1 due to surging global oil rates, although the hike may be softened if the government lowers petroleum levies temporarily. According to Arif Habib Limited (AHL), international diesel prices jumped 10.3% to $87.18 per barrel in the second half of June, while petrol […]

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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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9 d. ago PM urges unity, collective efforts for country’s economic development

PM Shehbaz says Pakistan’s splendid victory against India has elevated its stature among the comity of nations Lauds Bilawal-led diplomatic delegation for exposing India’s malicious intentions toward Pakistan on the global stage Says Pakistan expressed solidarity with the Iranian government and its people at every level ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday, appreciating the […]

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