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First Hangor-Class Submarine PNS/M HANGOR Arrives in Karachi, Marking Major Milestone in Pakistan Navy Modernisation
11Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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First Hangor-Class Submarine PNS/M HANGOR Arrives in Karachi, Marking Major Milestone in Pakistan Navy Modernisation

Karachi, 11 June 2026(News Desk): The first Pakistan Navy Hangor-class submarine, PNS/M HANGOR, arrived in Karachi today, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of Pakistan Navy’s underwater warfare capabilities.Upon arrival, the submarine was accorded a traditional naval welcome attended by senior naval officers, families of the crew, and Pakistan Navy personnel. Cadets of the Pakistan Naval Academy presented a ceremonial salute to the incoming submarine and its crew, while Pakistan Navy Z9EC helicopters conducted a fly-past to commemorate the occasion.A reception ceremony was subsequently held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, where Commander Pakistan Fleet, Vice Admiral Abdul Munib, graced the event as the Chief Guest.PNS/M HANGOR is equipped with advanced combat syst...
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Pakistan and Türkiye Reaffirm Strong Defence Partnership During Visit of Commander Turkish Land Forces: ISPR
11Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan and Türkiye Reaffirm Strong Defence Partnership During Visit of Commander Turkish Land Forces: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 11 June 2026(Kamran Raja): General Metin Tokel, Commander of Turkish Land Forces, called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi today.Upon arrival at GHQ, the visiting dignitary was presented a smartly turned-out Guard of Honour by a contingent of the Pakistan Army.During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual professional interest, regional security dynamics, and avenues for further enhancing bilateral defence cooperation. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir highlighted the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and strategic ties between Pakistan and Türkiye and appreciated the enduring defence partnership between the armed forces of the two brotherly countries.As p...
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SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan Meets Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Strengthen Bilateral Economic and Industrial Cooperation
11Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan Meets Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Strengthen Bilateral Economic and Industrial Cooperation

Islamabad, Date: June 11, 2026(Kamran Raja): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, held a meeting with the Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Yerzhan Kistafin, to discuss avenues for enhancing industrial cooperation, economic development, bilateral relations, and mutual trade between Pakistan and Kazakhstan. During the meeting, both sides agreed to further strengthen industrial and economic ties and explore new opportunities for collaboration in key sectors. The Kazakh Ambassador expressed Kazakhstan’s keen interest in Pakistan’s furniture industry, sports goods sector, and maritime infrastructure, particularly its seaports.Haroon Akhtar Khan stated that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision is centered on strengthening connectivity an...
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UN Expert Urges Pakistan to Address Invisibility of Persons with Albinism in Human Rights and Development Policies
11Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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UN Expert Urges Pakistan to Address Invisibility of Persons with Albinism in Human Rights and Development Policies

Islamabad, 11 June 2026 (Kamran Raja):The United Nations Independent Expert on the human rights of persons with albinism, Muluka-Anne Miti-Drummond, has called on Pakistan to adopt a more comprehensive and inclusive approach to addressing the challenges faced by persons with albinism, warning that they remain largely overlooked in the country's human rights and development efforts. Speaking at the conclusion of her official visit to Pakistan, Miti-Drummond expressed concern that despite their distinct physical appearance, persons with albinism continue to be "invisible" in policies, programmes, and data collection systems designed to ensure that no one is left behind. “Despite being highly visible because of their physical appearance, persons with albinism are too often invisible in poli...
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ISSI Hosts Seminar on “75 Years of Friendship: China-Pakistan Joint Contributions to the Global Governance Initiative and CPEC”
9Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI Hosts Seminar on “75 Years of Friendship: China-Pakistan Joint Contributions to the Global Governance Initiative and CPEC”

Islamabad, 9 June 2026(Kamran Raja): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with Xinhua News Agency, hosted a commemorative seminar titled “75 Years of Friendship: China-Pakistan Joint Contributions to the Global Governance Initiative and CPEC” at Marriott Hotel Islamabad. The seminar brought together federal ministers, senior diplomats, scholars, media representatives, and practitioners from Pakistan and China to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and to reflect on the evolving trajectory of the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership. In his video message, Mr. Fu Hua, President of Xinhua News Agency, extended felicitations to Pakistan and China on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and reaffirmed the enduring strength of the ...
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President Asif Ali Zardari met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Aiwan-e-Sadr
8Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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President Asif Ali Zardari met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Aiwan-e-Sadr

Islamabad, June 8, 2026(Kamran Raja): President Asif Ali Zardari met with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Aiwan-e-Sadr. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, and the Prime Minister’s Adviser on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah were also present during the meeting. The participants exchanged views on national security, as well as the internal and regional situation. Discussions also covered the economy, the upcoming fiscal year’s budget, the recent elections in Gilgit-Baltistan, the situation in Azad Jammu and Kashmir, law and order, and other matters of national importance. While discussing budget proposals and public relief measures, the President emphasiz...
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Sweetened Beverages Fueling National Health Crisis, Says PANAH
8Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Sweetened Beverages Fueling National Health Crisis, Says PANAH

Islamabad, 8th June 2026(Ghufran): Leading medical and patient associations in Pakistan have written to the Prime Minister, Finance Minister, and other policy makers, urging an increase in the federal excise duty on all sweetened beverages to minimum of 40 percent in the budget 2026-27. Organizations including the Pakistan National Heart Association, Centre for Peace and Development Initiatives, Pakistan Youth Change Advocates, Heartfile, Pakistan Kidney Patients Association, Pakistan Association of Family Physicians, and Diabetic Association of Pakistan, among others, have called on parliamentarians and policymakers to strengthen taxation on all sweetened beverages, including juices, as part of a comprehensive strategy to address the country's rapidly growing burden of non-communicable di...
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United States Celebrates 250 Years of Independence and a Transformed Partnership with Pakistan
4Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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United States Celebrates 250 Years of Independence and a Transformed Partnership with Pakistan

Islamabad June 4, 2026(Ghufran): The United States Mission in Pakistan today commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, marking a historic milestone that celebrates the enduring ideals of freedom, dignity, and self-determination that have inspired people around the world for two and a half centuries. Speaking at the U.S. Independence Day reception, Chargé d'Affaires Natalie A. Baker reflected on the profound significance of the Declaration of Independence – and on the remarkable transformation of the U.S.-Pakistan relationship over the past two years. CDA Baker credited the bold and results-oriented leadership of President Donald Trump with elevating the U.S.-Pakistan relationship to a genuine strategic partnership – one grounded in mutual respect, aligned interests, an...
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Saudi business delegation calls on the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
4Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Saudi business delegation calls on the Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif

Islamabad : 4 June , 2026(Kamran Raja): A high-powered Saudi business delegation, led by His Highness Prince Mansour bin Mohammad Al Saud, Chairman Saudi-Pak Joint Business Council, called on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister House earlier today.The Prime Minister was assisted by Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Sen. Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain, Minister for Communications Mr. Aleem Khan, Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik, Minister for IT Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kiyani, SAPM Tariq Fatemi, SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan, and other senior government officials were also present.The Prime Minister welcomed the Saudi delegati...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong
3Jun By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong

Islamabad, June 3, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House today. The meeting was attended by the Prime Minister’s Adviser Dr. Syed Tauqir Shah, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi, and Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch. The Prime Minister conveyed his warm greetings and best wishes to President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, and recalled the highly productive, substantive, and outcome-oriented meetings held with the Chinese leadership during his recent visit to China.Reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to further strengthening the Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, the Prime Mi...
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