Politics

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal urged the Pakistani youth to follow China for progress....

Pakistan-China relationship cannot be derailed: FO

Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan said on Thursday afternoon that said Pakistan and China relationship cannot be derailed. Speaking at a...

US says it stands by Pakistan in combatting terrorism, slams Quetta train station bombing

Washington: The United States stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Pakistan in its fight against terrorism, the State Department said Thursday, while condemning...

Senator Rubina Khalid emphasizes transparency in funds transfer to women

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Chairperson Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) ,Senator Rubina Khalid Friday emphasized the need to ensure transparency and...

Jane Marriott highlights depth of bilateral ties, celebrates King Charles’ 76th birthday

Celina Ali Islamabad: British High Commissioner Jane Marriott celebrated King Charles’ 76th birthday, emphasizing the strong bond between the UK...

British Council’s Chief Executive Scott McDonald concludes visit to Pakistan

Celina Ali Islamabad: Chief Executive of the British Council, Scott McDonald on Friday wrapped up his visit to Pakistan, which...

French government report to improve the value of doctorates in France

Paris: A report focused on improving the value of doctorates in the companies and industry ecosystems has just been submitted...

Italy, Germany most exposed to US tariffs: Gentiloni

Rome: Italy and Germany are the EU countries that are most exposed to the protectionist trade policies United States President-elect...

Italy: Government issues decree amendment in attempt to strengthen Albania plan

Rome: This week, the Brothers of Italy (FdI) Party issued an amendment to the migration flow decree. This amendment calls...

Pakistan expresses concern over Indian support to terror groups

Pakistan will continue to work with China Celina Ali Islamabad: Pakistan Thursday expressed concerns over the Indian support to terror...

Int’l community should honor its commitments regarding climate change: Tarar

Baku: Minister for Information, Broadcasting, National Heritage and Culture Attaullah Tarar on Thursday called upon the international community to honor...

Zero tolerance for corruption: Aleem orders cleanup, 6-lane expansion for key motorways

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Federal Minister for Communications, Privatization and Board of Investment Abdul Aleem Khan on Thursday has adopted a...

APEC gathering seen as gateway for trade between China, Latin America

Beijing: The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation will remain vital for globalization, with the group’s meetings in Peru aiming to highlight its...

IPI slams Arab-Islamic Summit for ‘empty rhetoric’

Abdullah Jan Islamabad: Islamabad Policy Institute (IPI) on Thursday denounced the Arab-Islamic Summit as “disappointing,” saying it failed to deliver...

Special Representative of Russian President visits Pakistan

Celina Ali Islamabad: The Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation on Afghanistan, Ambassador Zamir Kabulov paid a...

Khawaja Asif files report with London Police after harassment, murder threats

London: Defense Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Thursday arrived at the Pakistan High Commission in London and filed report with...

Bulgarian Libyan trade in first eight months of 2024 up to more than USD 337 million – up from USD 173.9 in 2023

Sofia: Trade between Bulgaria and Libyan rose significantly to more than USD 337 million in first eight months of 2024...

EU guts and delays forest protection law – area the size of Moscow at risk of destruction

Brussels: Just now, the European Parliament approved a proposal by the European Commission to delay by one year the application...

France dreamed of €800M Saudi pledge to fund cultural projects. It ended up being a mirage.

Paris: It has been six years since Saudi Arabia and France agreed to a quid pro quo that would see...

Italy: President tells Musk to quit meddling in Italy’s politics

Rome: President Sergio Mattarella told Elon Musk on Wednesday not to interfere in Italian affairs after the US billionaire said...

Italy: Albania asylum deal has become a political disaster for Giorgia Meloni

Rome: A multimillion-dollar migration deal between Italy and Albania aimed at curbing arrivals was presented by the European Commission president,...

DPM urges developed nations to honour climate finance pledges

Celina Ali Islamabad: Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday called on the developed nations to honour their...

Gilani calls for creating more social cohesiveness to boost investors’ confidence

Liaquat Ali Islamabad: Chairman Senate and former Prime Minister, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Wednesday called for creating more social...

CPEC upgraded version to expand cooperation in various fields: Chinese ambassador

Celina Ali Islamabad: Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong on Wednesday said that China will continue to work with Pakistan...

Parliament to support country’s socio-economic revival; Chairman Senate

Abdullah Jan Rawalpindi: Chairman Senate, Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani on Wednesday reiterated the Parliament’s commitment to supporting the country’s socio-economic...

UK finance firms seek ‘bold’ reforms to counter Wall St ascendancy

London: Britain's finance sector is counting on policymakers to deliver a rulebook revamp that prioritises growth and stops business slipping...

France raises wheat, maize crop estimates, cuts sugar beet

Paris: France’s farm ministry on Tuesday raised its estimate of the country’s 2024 soft wheat and maize output while lowering...

Europe must build resilience against Trump’s America – and welcome those desperate to flee it

Alexander Hurst Brussels: I am resisting the temptation to write a lamentation of anger and sorrow about Trump’s second victory....

Italy: President reaffirms sovereignty after Musk criticises judges on migrant ruling