Pakistan sounds alarm over rising Asia-Pacific conflict risks amid India tensions

Pakistan sounds alarm over rising Asia-Pacific conflict risks amid India tensions

Jun 1, 2025

CJCSC chairman emphasises that “inclusion is not optional” Pakistan’s top military man General Sahir Shamshad Mirza has stressed the need to move towards conflict resolution instead of management, warning that its absence could result in a destructive escalation. KARACHI: Chairman of the Joint

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Call for proposals:  Canada Fund for Local Initiatives CFLI Pakistan-2025

Call for proposals: Canada Fund for Local Initiatives CFLI Pakistan-2025

Jun 1, 2025

The High Commission of Canada in Pakistan is pleased to launch its annual call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). Program description The CFLI is a program designed to support small-scale, high-impact projects in developing countries, which align with

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Minister RAIH Sardar Yousaf meets Saudi counterpart, discusses Hajj 2025 arrangements

Minister RAIH Sardar Yousaf meets Saudi counterpart, discusses Hajj 2025 arrangements

Jun 1, 2025

JEDDAH: Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony(RAIH) Sardar Muhammad Yousaf, met with the Saudi Minister for Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq bin Fawzan Al-Rabiah on Sunday to discuss arrangements for Hajj 2025.Sardar Muhammad Yousaf praised the Saudi Minister for the excellent facilities

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SDPI hosts pivotal dialogue on NDCs 3.0, climate diplomacy

SDPI hosts pivotal dialogue on NDCs 3.0, climate diplomacy

May 31, 2025

Global South unites amid climate setbacks ISLAMABAD: In the wake of the United States’ withdrawal from the Paris Agreement and an escalating crisis in global climate financing, the Sustainable Development Policy Institute (SDPI) convened a high-level virtual policy dialogue that brought together influential

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ADC martyred fighting off terror attack in Surab, bank looted and homes torched

ADC martyred fighting off terror attack in Surab, bank looted and homes torched

May 30, 2025

SURAB: c Around 20 to 30 terrorists attacked the market, roughed up women and children, and looted the bank. Additional Deputy Commissioner (revenue) Hidayatullah Baloch stood his ground and was martyred in action in order to save the civilians. As soon as FC

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Pakistan will appoint ambassador to Afghanistan, upgrade diplomatic ties

Pakistan will appoint ambassador to Afghanistan, upgrade diplomatic ties

May 30, 2025

Islamabad will upgrade its Chargé d’Affaires in Kabul to level of ambassador, says DPM Dar ISLAMABAD: Pakistan-Afghanistan relations have seen a major breakthrough as Pakistan announced on Friday the decision to appoint a full ambassador to Kabul. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed

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IPP to Hold ‘Maarka-e-Haq’ Convention in Khushab Today in Support of Pakistan Armed Forces

IPP to Hold ‘Maarka-e-Haq’ Convention in Khushab Today in Support of Pakistan Armed Forces

May 30, 2025

In a symbolic display of national solidarity, the Istehkam-e-Pakistan Party (IPP) will hold its ‘Maarka-e-Haq Convention’ today in Khushab, aimed at expressing unwavering support for the Pakistan Armed Forces and paying tribute to Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Hafiz Syed Asim Munir.

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Petroleum Prices Likely to See Minor Adjustment from June 1

Petroleum Prices Likely to See Minor Adjustment from June 1

May 30, 2025

Petroleum prices in Pakistan are expected to undergo a minor revision from June 1, driven by global fluctuations in oil markets. The final decision on the new rates will be made following consultation with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, officials confirmed. Sources from the

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President Zardari Signs Landmark Child Marriage Restraint Bill into Law for Islamabad

President Zardari Signs Landmark Child Marriage Restraint Bill into Law for Islamabad

May 30, 2025

In a significant step towards advancing children’s rights, President Asif Ali Zardari has signed the Islamabad Capital Territory Child Marriage Restraint Bill, 2025 into law. The legislation, passed by Parliament earlier this month, officially became law following presidential assent as per a notification

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Pakistan unveils first govt-led Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Pakistan unveils first govt-led Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

May 29, 2025

Bilal Bin Saqib unveils Pakistan’s strategic Bitcoin reserve, 2,000MW mining plan LAS VEGAS: In a landmark announcement at Bitcoin Vegas 2025, Pakistan’s Minister for Crypto and Blockchain Bilal Bin Saqib unveiled the country’s first government-led Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, marking a historic pivot in

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