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9th Meeting of the Joint Economic Commission between Pakistan and Bangladesh held in Dhaka
27Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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9th Meeting of the Joint Economic Commission between Pakistan and Bangladesh held in Dhaka

Dhaka Bangladesh, October 27,2025 : The 9th Session of the Pakistan-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) was convened in Dhaka today, after a hiatus of 20 years, marking another important milestone in strengthening bilateral economic and development cooperation between the two countries.The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, Federal Minister for Petroleum, Government of Pakistan, and Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, Advisor for Finance, Government of Bangladesh.At the conclusion of the session, both sides signed the Agreed Minutes of the 9th JEC, reflecting significant progress in multiple areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment and industries, agriculture, transport and communications, education, information technology, banking, health, tourism, energy, clim...
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COAS Calls on His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan; Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen Defence Ties: ISPR
27Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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COAS Calls on His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan; Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen Defence Ties: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 27 October,2025(Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), who is on an official visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, called on His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces. His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II was also present during the meeting.During the meeting, both dignitaries discussed matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on enhancing bilateral cooperation in defence and security, and exchanged views on regional developments.COAS conveyed warm regards from the people, Government, and Armed Forces of Pakistan to His Majesty the King and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthenin...
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ISSI hosts Youth Policy Dialogue on Kashmir 2025
27Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI hosts Youth Policy Dialogue on Kashmir 2025

27 October, 2025(Ghufran): India Study Centre at the Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad, organised an event “Youth Policy Dialogue on Kashmir 2025” in collaboration with Youth Forum for Kashmir. More than 150 students from across Pakistan took part in the dialogue. They were divided into four committees to discuss and analyse various aspects of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, including Climatic Cost of Kashmir Conflict, Women and Children Rights in Kashmir, Solutions to Resolve Kashmir Conflict, and Arbitrary Detentions. The event was graced by Charge dAffairs Mr. Samir Ahmedli, of the Embassy of Azerbaijan as chief guest, whereas other speakers included Mr. Shah Ghulam Qadir, President PML-N AJK; Ambassador Abdul Basit; Prof. Dr. Muhammad Khan, Department of International Relations,...
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Balakot Hydropower Project Achieves Major Milestone with Successful River Diversion and Closure
25Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Balakot Hydropower Project Achieves Major Milestone with Successful River Diversion and Closure

Balakot, Pakistan October 25, 2025(Kamran Raja):The Balakot Hydropower Project, undertaken by China Gezhouba Group Company Limited (CGGC), a core member of China Energy Engineering Group, has successfully completed the river diversion and closure of its dam. This marks a major milestone, transitioning the project into the main phase of dam construction.Located on the Kunar River in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, about 220 kilometers from Islamabad, the Balakot Hydropower Project is the largest hydropower development currently under construction by the Pakhtunkhwa Energy Development Organization (PEDO). The project includes a 49-meter-high concrete gravity dam, a 9.1-kilometer headrace tunnel, and an underground powerhouse equipped with three 100 MW Francis turbine generator units  totaling an ins...
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اسلام آباد تا مانچسٹر براہِ راست پرواز کا آغاز پاکستان اور برطانیہ کے درمیان رابطوں کے نئے دور کا آغاز
25Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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اسلام آباد تا مانچسٹر براہِ راست پرواز کا آغاز پاکستان اور برطانیہ کے درمیان رابطوں کے نئے دور کا آغاز

اسلام آباد25 اکتوبر 2025 (نوشین راجہ): حکومتِ پاکستان کی جانب سے قومی اداروں کی بحالی، عوامی سہولتوں میں بہتری، اور بین الاقوامی سطح پر پاکستان کے تشخص کے فروغ کے لیے کیے جانے والے اقدامات کا تسلسل ہے۔ اسلام آباد تا مانچسٹر براہِ راست پرواز کا آغاز پاکستان اور برطانیہ کے درمیان رابطوں کے نئے دور کا آغاز ہے، جو وہاں موجود پاکستانی کمیونٹی کے لیے ایک بڑی سہولت فراہم کرے گا۔ سیکرٹری دفاع ،ڈی جی سی اے اے نادر شفیع ڈار، ایوی ایشن ڈویژن، اور پی آئی اے کی انتظامیہ کی خدمات اور انتھک محنت اور پیشہ ورانہ کارکردگی کی بدولت یہ اہم کامیابی ممکن ہوئی۔ یہ پیش رفت حکومتِ پاکستان کی مؤثر حکمتِ عملی اور ادارہ جاتی تعاون کا نتیجہ ہے۔...
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ISSI Hosted a Pre-COP Roundtable Discussion on “Pakistan’s Climate Negotiation Strategy and Preparations for COP-30”
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI Hosted a Pre-COP Roundtable Discussion on “Pakistan’s Climate Negotiation Strategy and Preparations for COP-30”

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(Nosheen): The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) convened a high-level roundtable discussion titled “Pakistan’s Climate Negotiation Strategy and Preparations for COP-30.” The session brought together senior policymakers, diplomats, and climate experts, including Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI); Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman Board of Governors ISSI; Mr. Jamil Ahmad, Director, Intergovernmental Affairs at UNEP-Washington; Ms. Nadia Rehman, Member Climate Change, Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives; Ms. Sadia Munawar, Deputy Director, Ministry of Climate Change; and Ms. Kashmala Kakakhel, climate finance expert.Openi...
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Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb Meets British High Commissioner to Discuss Economic Reforms and Bilateral Cooperation
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb Meets British High Commissioner to Discuss Economic Reforms and Bilateral Cooperation

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(News Desk): H.E. Ms. Jane Marriott CMG OBE, British High Commissioner to Pakistan, called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, at the Finance Division today. The Finance Minister welcomed the High Commissioner and expressed appreciation for the United Kingdom’s longstanding development partnership with Pakistan. He conveyed gratitude to the UK Government for its continued support, particularly in the areas of digitalization, public financial management, climate resilience, and technical assistance. Recalling his recent meeting with Baroness Jenny Chapman, UK Minister for International Development and Africa, in Washington D.C., the Finance Minister acknowledged the UK’s valuable contributions, including support for the Digital ...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Poland Delivers Distinguished Lecture at ISSI on “Poland’s Success Story: A Message for the Rising Countries”
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Poland Delivers Distinguished Lecture at ISSI on “Poland’s Success Story: A Message for the Rising Countries”

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(Ghufran): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a Distinguished Lecture by H.E. Radosław Sikorski, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland, on the theme “Poland’s Success Story: A Message for the Rising Countries.” The event was organized by the Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at ISSI, in collaboration with the Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM). The lecture brought together diplomats, policymakers, academics, and representatives from think tanks, civil society, and the media to discuss Poland’s remarkable transformation and its relevance for developing and rising nations. Earlier in the day, ISSI and PISM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Ministry of Foreign Affair...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Qatari Minister of Commerce and Industry to Advance Bilateral Cooperation
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Qatari Minister of Commerce and Industry to Advance Bilateral Cooperation

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received H.E. Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Minister of Commerce and Industry of the State of Qatar, who is visiting Pakistan to co-chair the 6th Session of the Pakistan–Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC). The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over the positive trajectory of Pakistan–Qatar relations, anchored in shared faith, values, and mutual respect. He appreciated Qatar’s role as an important partner and an influential regional mediator. Underscoring the importance of enhancing bilateral trade and investment cooperation, the Prime Minister highlighted opportunities in energy, agriculture, food security, information technology, tourism, and infrastructure development. He also emphasi...
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