8 h. ago Zardari and Shehbaz discuss economy and political climate in key meeting

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met to discuss Pakistan’s current political and economic situation. During the meeting, Shehbaz Sharif briefed the president on his recent visit to the United Arab Emirates and shared key developments. They also exchanged views on the upcoming federal budget. President Zardari stressed the importance of strengthening […]

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12 h. ago Aurangzeb: Economy shielded against middle east crisis, US tariffs under review

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb assured that Pakistan is fully prepared to handle any economic fallout from Middle East tensions. Speaking at a national workshop in Islamabad, he said the government recently held meetings with key officials. These meetings focused on stock reserves and keeping asset prices stable in case of regional escalation. The minister expressed […]

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29 h. ago PTI seeks PPP support for budget walkout in parliamentary meeting

ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has formally reached out to the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) for support in boycotting the upcoming federal budget vote. The two parties held a key meeting at Parliament House on Monday, where PTI leader and former National Assembly Speaker Asad Qaiser met with PPP’s Raja Pervaiz Ashraf, also a former speaker, […]

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56 h. ago Albanese to meet Trump at G7 summit, focus on AUKUS, tariffs and defence spending

SYDNEY – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has confirmed he will meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday during the G7 summit in Canada. This will be their first in-person meeting and will cover key issues including the AUKUS defense pact and trade tariffs. Speaking from Seattle on Saturday, Albanese said he looks forward to […]

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3 d. ago India’s attempt to push Pakistan onto FATF grey list fails amid strong opposition

India made strong efforts to include Pakistan in the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) grey list during the recent FATF plenary meeting. Despite India’s persistent diplomatic push, these attempts were unsuccessful due to resistance from key member countries. During the meeting, the Indian delegation presented detailed arguments to place Pakistan on the grey list, accusing […]

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6 d. ago Sindh government allocates funds for electric taxis and scooters in budget

Sindh government will allocate funds for electric taxis, scooters, and more electric buses in the 2025-26 budget. The decision came during a meeting chaired by Transport Minister Sharjeel Memon. Key officials, including the Transport Secretary and heads of transit authorities, also attended. The meeting reviewed current projects like Peoples Bus Service and EV scooters, and […]

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8 d. ago Erdogan reiterates his country’s support to Pakistan on key issues

ISLAMABAD: Turkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has reiterated his country’s resolute support to Pakistan on key issues. Turkiye’s president discussed several issues with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif during a telephonic conversation between them. Both countries also agreed to expedite implementation on the key decisions taken in recent meetings between Pakistan PM and Turkiye’s President during […]

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1 week ago Kashmir parliamentary committee wraps up successful UK visit with key meetings

ISLAMABAD: The Parliamentary Committee on Kashmir, led by Riaz Fatyana and accompanied by MNAs Rana Qasim Noon, Syed Javed Ali Shah, and Malik Anwar Taj, has returned to Pakistan after completing its official visit to the United Kingdom. During their visit, the delegation met with several members of the UK Parliament, the Deputy Speaker of […]

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2 w. ago China, Sri Lanka sign new cooperation agreements, deepen economic ties

COLOMBO: China and Sri Lanka have taken steps to deepen economic and trade cooperation, signing key agreements and exploring additional investment opportunities during the 8th meeting of the China-Sri Lanka Joint Trade and Economic Commission held in Colombo, according to China’s Ministry of Commerce. Chinese Commerce Minister Wang Wentao and Sri Lankan Minister of Trade […]

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3 w. ago No release of PASCO wheat reserves: govt committed to food security: Rana Tanveer Hussain

Islamabad –May 27, 2025 : Federal Minister for National Food Security & Research, Rana Tanveer Hussain, held an important meeting today with representatives of the Farmers Union to discuss key challenges and opportunities in the agriculture sector, with a special focus on maize exports and wheat reserves. During the meeting, the Minister assured the delegation […]

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3 w. ago Army chief field marshal Asim Munir discusses border trade and defence ties in Tehran visit

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, held key security and defence talks in Tehran on Tuesday. The meeting took place at the Iranian General Staff Headquarters, where he met Major General Mohammad Bagheri, Chief of the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces. Both sides discussed boosting military cooperation and improving […]

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3 w. ago Sindh, federal govt push motorway projects to boost trade links

In a major push to improve trade routes and port access, Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah and Federal Communication Minister Aleem Khan led a high-level meeting to fast-track key road projects. The focus was on speeding up the long-delayed M-6 Motorway, launching the proposed M-10 freight corridor, and resolving traffic bottlenecks that are affecting […]

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3 w. ago Naqvi orders sweeping crackdown on illegal constructions in Islamabad

ISLAMABAD: Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has ordered a comprehensive crackdown on illegal constructions and unauthorized housing societies in Islamabad, warning that no one will be spared in the campaign to restore order and legality in the federal capital. Chairing a high-level meeting of key officials, including the Chief Commissioner of Islamabad, the Inspector General […]

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3 w. ago PM Shehbaz meets IMF delegation, discusses economic reforms and stability

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with a high-level delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to review Pakistan’s ongoing IMF program and the progress of its economic reforms. The meeting, held in Islamabad, focused on the key measures the government has undertaken to ensure economic stability and progress under the current IMF agreement. The IMF […]

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4 w. ago Shehbaz sharif visits Karachi for key meetings and navy tribute

Karachi: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif landed in Karachi on Monday for a one-day visit to the port city. He was warmly welcomed by Minister for Education Dr. Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui, along with other officials, upon his arrival. The Prime Minister is accompanied by key ministers including Federal Minister for Defence Khawaja Asif, Federal Minister for […]

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