Pakistan

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reaffirmed Pakistan’s sincere resolve to continue playing its role as a mediator to build momentum towards achieving meaningful outcomes in the ongoing Islamabad Talks. He expressed these views while talking to the Iranian delegation at Islamabad Talks today. The Iranian delegation was led by…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, while commending the commitment of both the US and Iranian delegations to engage constructively, has expressed hope that the Islamabad Talks would serve as a stepping stone toward durable peace in the region. He expressed the hope during a meeting with Vice President of the…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar has welcomed all delegates including journalists from participating nations, travelling in relation to Islamabad Talks 2026. In a post on his X handle, he said all airlines are requested to permit boarding to all such individuals without Visa. He said immigration authorities in Pakistan will…

President Asif Ali Zardari has extended warm congratulations to President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam, on his election, noting that the unanimous vote of the National Assembly reflects the trust and confidence reposed in his leadership. In his letter, the President expressed confidence that, under President To…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar received a telephone call from UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper. Yvette Cooper appreciated Ishaq Dar and paid tribute to Pakistan for its role in achieving the ceasefire. She also expressed support for Pakistan’s continued efforts to promote lasting peace and stability in the region. Both…

Austrian Chancellor Christian Stocker held a most warm telephone conversation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif today. While fondly recalling their recent meeting during his official visit to Vienna in February this year, the Prime Minister appreciated the Austrian Chancellor’s strong message of endorsement and support for Pakistan’s efforts that have…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has expressed his appreciation for Germany’s endorsement and support for Pakistan’s sincere diplomatic efforts that helped secure the Iran-US ceasefire and pave the way for peace talks in Islamabad. He expressed these views during a warm and cordial telephone conversation with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz today.…

Chairman Pakistan Peoples Party Bilawal Bhutto Zardari telephoned Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and expressed full solidarity with the Prime Minister and the government. During the conversation, both leaders exchanged detailed views on the current situation in the country. Bilawal Bhutto Zardari praised the Prime Minister’s active diplomatic efforts and effective…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from his Italian counterpart, Giorgia Meloni. During the conversation, the Italian Prime Minister appreciated Pakistan’s successful diplomatic efforts for the US-Iran ceasefire and resumption of dialogue. She also felicitated the Prime Minister on hosting the forthcoming peace negotiations between the U.S.…

Pakistan is in the global spotlight in the context of the Islamabad peace talks. Amid this significant diplomatic development, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a series of telephone calls from prominent world leaders. The Prime Minister was contacted by the Amir of Qatar, the King of Bahrain, the Prime…

The Catholic community of the Archdiocese of Rawalpindi-Islamabad has expressed deep appreciation for the Government of Pakistan’s leadership in promoting global peace and regional stability.In a formal statement, Archbishop Dr Joseph Arshad, Archbishop-Bishop of Islamabad-Rawalpindi and President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Pakistan, commended Honourable Prime Minister Mian Muhammad…

Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have expressed deep concern over ceasefire violations in Lebanon. The concern was expressed during telephonic conversation between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan. They stressed the urgent need for full respect and implementation of the ceasefire to ensure lasting…

US Chargé d’Affaires in Pakistan Natalie Baker called on Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi in Islamabad and discussed the situation in the Middle East. They also discussed the high-level talks scheduled in Islamabad tomorrow. Detailed discussions were held regarding the arrangements for Islamabad talks. Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi said US Vice…

French President Emmanuel Macron today called Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and congratulated him on Pakistan’s mediation efforts that resulted in a ceasefire between Iran and the United States. During their warm and cordial conversation, the French President acknowledged Pakistan’s role in bringing both sides to the negotiating table. President Emmanuel…

Minister for Foreign Affairs of Canada, Anita Anand has reiterated that Canada stands ready to support Islamabad talks. In a post on her X handle today, she said over the last few days, she had spoken several times with her Pakistani counterpart Mohammad Ishaq Dar to discuss the evolving situation…

Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa has conveyed his deep appreciation to Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Pakistan’s success in bringing about a ceasefire between Iran and the United States. In a telephonic conversation today, the King of Bahrain acknowledged that the ceasefire has created the prospects for lasting peace…

President Asif Ali Zardari has strongly condemned the storming of Al-Aqsa Mosque by Israeli occupation forces.  In a statement,  he called it as a  violation of international law and an assault on the sanctity and historical character of the holy site. Referring to the last Monday incident involving an Israeli…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has thanked his Australian counterpart, Anthony Albanese, for his endorsement of Pakistan’s sincere efforts for peace. In a post on his X handle today, the Prime Minister said we will continue to work tirelessly with our friends and partners in our shared pursuit of lasting…

Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Islamabad today and reviewed the progress of Pakistan’s mediatory efforts to achieve sustainable peace in the region. The two leaders expressed satisfaction over the de-escalation achieved so far and…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif have paid rich tribute to former Prime Minister and founder of Pakistan Peoples Party Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto for his key role in strengthening parliamentary system and promoting democracy in the country. President Asif Ali Zardari in his message on death…

In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, thirty people have been killed while eighty-five injured in rain-related incidents. According to latest report of Provincial Disaster Management Authority, Rescue 1122, district administration and related departments are in contact and relief activities are continuing in the affected areas. The Authority has appealed public to avoid unnecessary…