Pakistan

President Asif Ali Zardari has strongly condemned the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Association (WHCA) Dinner. In a statement, he expressed satisfaction that President Donald Trump and the First Lady remained safe. The President said the incident is a heinous form of terrorism and worth condemning. Acting President…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar has expressed deep shock over the cowardly shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner. In a post on his X handle, Ishaq Dar said we strongly condemn all forms of violence which is enemy of diplomacy and intolerable in any…

President Asif Ali Zardari has underscored that Pakistan-China ties remain a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy and continue to enjoy broad-based support. He expressed these view during a meeting with Party Secretary of Hunan Province, Shen Xiaoming. He also attended a banquet hosted in his honour by Governor of Hunan…

President Asif Ali Zardari has emphasised the importance of strengthening cooperation between Pakistan and China in industrial technology, skill development and joint ventures that could support Pakistan’s infrastructure and industrial growth. He expressed these views during his visit to the SANY Heavy Industry Company Ltd at Changsha, Hunan province in…

A prestigious event titled “Successful Women” was organized by the National Women Journalists Forum under the auspices of the Pakistan Media Writers Club. The chief guests of the ceremony were President of the National Women Journalists Forum Farzana Chaudhry, Rabia Azmat (Member Governing Body, Lahore Press Club), and Najaf (Finance…

The pre-Hajj flight operation from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia is continuing. According to the spokesperson of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, over fifteen thousand intending pilgrims reached Madinah via fifty-nine flights in the first seven days. Today, an additional two thousand and two hundred Pakistani pilgrims will arrive in Madinah…

Permanent Mission of Pakistan to the UN and the United Nations Office of Counter Terrorism organized an event at the UN Headquarters on new and emerging trends in terrorism. In his opening remarks, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN Asim Iftikhar Ahmad gave an overview of regional perspectives and increasing…

Pakistan’s Ambassador to the US Rizwan Saeed Sheikh has underscored Pakistan’s commitment to regional stability and diplomacy. Addressing an event at Columbia University, he highlighted Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue, including its efforts in mediating engagement in the Iran–U.S. context. The Ambassador also alluded to the historical trajectory of…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has commended police and CTD for foiling an attack by Fitna al-Hindustan terrorists in Dhadar, Balochistan. In a statement, he said the brave personnel of Balochistan Police and CTD set a high example of courage. Shehbaz Sharif expressed the government’s commitment to eliminate terrorism from…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has reiterated that Pakistan is facilitating Iran-US talks for achieving peace and stability in the region and beyond. Chairing a meeting in Islamabad today, he said Pakistan will continue with its efforts in this regard. The Deputy Prime Minister also underlined that Pakistan’s official policy…

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has arrived at the Prime Minister’s House in Islamabad to meet Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. A meeting between the two leaders is underway during which regional situation will be discussed. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and Chief of Army Staff…

Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty. The two leaders discussed the ongoing diplomatic efforts facilitated by Pakistan, and underscored the importance of dialogue and diplomacy. They emphasized the importance of sustained engagement to advance peace and stability in the region…

US President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will travel to Islamabad for talks with Iran mediated by Pakistan. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Vice President J.D Vance will be on standby to travel if the talks proved successful.

President Asif Ali Zardari has departed for China on a week-long official visit from Lahore. Punjab Governor Sardar Saleem Haider Khan saw off the President at Lahore Airport and extended his best wishes for the visit. The President is undertaking the visit on the invitation of the Government of the…

Under the supervision of Assistant Commissioner Dr. Haroon Ahmed Shiraz, a crackdown against illegal smuggled cigarettes is ongoing in Noorpur Thal. The Para Force is conducting raids at various locations and taking strict action against those involved in the sale of smuggled cigarettes. According to officials, a large quantity of…

Twenty-two khwarij, belonging to Indian sponsored Fitna-al-Khwarij were killed by security forces and law enforcement agencies during a joint intelligence based operation in Khyber district. According to the ISPR, due to cowardice and fear of getting apprehended alive, Khwarij resorted to indiscriminate firing which resulted in martyrdom of a ten-year…

Eight Islamic countries including Pakistan have condemned the repeated violations of the historic and Islamic and Christian holy sites by Israeli occupation authorities. In a joint statement, the Foreign Ministers of Pakistan, Egypt, Türkiye, Indonesia, Jordan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates condemned the repeated violations by Israeli…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has directed the authorities concerned to make sure that pharmaceutical vehicles face no hurdles in delivering medicines in Islamabad. Taking notice of a report aired by a news channel regarding the restriction on the entry of pharmaceutical companies’ vehicles into Islamabad, Mohsin Naqvi contacted the Chief…

United States Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says talks between the US and Iran could resume soon in Pakistan. Speaking to reporters in Washington, he said Iran still has an opportunity to reach a deal with the United States. He urged Iran to make the right decision in negotiations.

Deputy Prime Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar received a telephone call today from Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi. Both sides exchanged views on regional developments, the ceasefire, and ongoing diplomatic efforts being pursued by Islamabad in the context of US-Iran engagement. The Deputy Prime Minister underscored the importance of sustained…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar today held a telephonic conversation with the Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov. The two leaders discussed bilateral relations and cooperation at multilateral fora in support of international peace and security. Sergey Lavrov appreciated Pakistan’s constructive role in facilitating dialogue between Iran and…