Pakistan

Eid is not only a time for meeting loved ones and sharing happiness, but it also holds special significance in literary circles through the tradition of Eid Milan Mushairas. Upholding this beautiful tradition, Radio Pakistan Sargodha organized a grand Eid Milan Mushaira, which was broadcast live. The event proved to…

The All Party Alliance for Katchi Abadis, Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP), National Commission for Justice and Peace, Awami Workers Party, Aurat March Islamabad, and allied civil society organizations, strongly condemn the imminent threat of demolition and forced eviction facing residents of Allama Iqbal Colony, a 25-year-old, predominantly Christian…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar has said Iran has agreed to allow twenty more ships under the Pakistani flag to pass through the Strait of Hormuz and two ships will cross the strait daily. In a post on X, he said this is a welcome…

A two-day quadrilateral meeting of Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Egypt will commence in Islamabad today to hold consultations on evolving regional situation. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar will chair the meeting. In this connection, the Foreign Ministers of Turkiye and Egypt have reached Islamabad, while…

Pakistan and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening cooperation across all domains and emphasized the need to enhance bilateral trade and investment. The resolve was expressed at a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration and Egyptian Expatriates of…

Pakistan and Turkiye have reaffirmed their unwavering support for each other’s core national interests, agreed to maintain close coordination and to continue working together to deepen the strategic partnership. The pledge was made at a meeting between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Foreign Minister of Turkiye…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says adequate reserves of petroleum products are available to meet the country’s needs as a result of government’s timely decisions. He was presiding over a meeting in Lahore today to review the implementation of fuel conservation and austerity measures in view of the regional situation. The…

Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan al Saud arrived in Islamabad today on an official visit at the invitation of Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar. He was received by Additional Secretary Middle East Syed Ahmad Maroof. During the visit, he will hold consultations on regional developments. The visit reflects the…

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke with the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres today. Sharing a post on his X handle, the Deputy Prime Minister said we exchanged views on the evolving situation in the West Asia and its implications for international peace and security. Ishaq…

President Asif Ali Zardari has approved the conferment of civil awards on fifteen members of the National Task Force on Power Sector Reforms. The approval was given on the recommendation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. Under the approval, ten members will be conferred with the Sitara-e-Imtiaz and five members with…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has said the reform process in the FIA would be completed by December this year. Chairing a meeting at the FIA Headquarters in Islamabad today, he ordered a comprehensive crackdown against corruption in government institutions. He advised a zero-tolerance policy against corruption be strictly enforced across…

Pakistan has called for Balanced Climate Action and Enhanced Finance at COP-31. Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York, Asim Iftikhar Ahmad said Pakistan will extend full and constructive support to the incoming COP-31 leadership and stressed that Antalya Conference must deliver balanced progress. He said Pakistan…

The Foreign Ministers of Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, and Egypt will pay a two-day visit to Pakistan from tomorrow for consultations on regional situation. According to Foreign Office, at the invitation of the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia, Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Pakistan would continue to play a constructive role for bringing peace and stability in the region. He expressed this resolve during a telephone conversation with President of Iran Dr. Masoud Pezeshkian, today. During their detailed conversation, that lasted over one hour, the two leaders held…

Green Tourism Pakistan’s practical strategy continues to drive significant progress within the national tourism sector. Last year, Pakistan welcomed more than one million international tourists, marking a remarkable 820 percent increase over previous years. Renowned global organizations, including the BBC and CNN, have featured Gilgit-Baltistan among the world’s top twenty-five…

At the United Nations, Pakistan has urged for stronger UN peacekeeping role and need for immediate ceasefire in Democratic Republic of Congo. Addressing the UN Security Council meeting, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, voiced concern over the continued deterioration of the security situation in…

President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif have congratulated new Prime Minister of Nepal Balendra Shah on assuming office after landslide victory of his party in elections. In their separate felicitation messages, both leaders said Pakistan deeply values its longstanding and friendly relations with Nepal. The President…

The Ministry of Religious Affairs has announced effective implementation of government directives to streamline Hajj preparations for pilgrims. According to the spokesperson of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, under the new plan, training, vaccination, and packing of medicines will be provided on the same day at all Haji camps. The…

Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty today. The two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and underscored the importance of dialogue, restraint, and collective efforts to promote peace and stability. They reaffirmed their commitment to continue supporting all…

Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says a special protection unit is being established for the protection of foreign citizens. He said this during visiting Chinese Embassy in Islamabad today where he was received by Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zedong. He further said that the personnel of this unit will also be taught…

Pakistan and China have reaffirmed the need to restore peace and stability in the Middle East and the wider region. This commitment was expressed during a telephonic conversation between Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi today. Ishaq Dar further revealed, in a post on X,…