PAKISTAN NEWS

Islamabad, April 07, 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with H.E. Ms. Jane Marriott, High Commissioner of the United Kingdom to Pakistan, to discuss the evolving regional situation, its implications for global energy markets, and avenues for strengthening bilateral cooperation in Pakistan’s energy and minerals sectors. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on the regional crisis and its impact on petroleum supply chains, price volatility, and overall energy security. The High Commissioner appreciated Pakistan’s constructive diplomatic role and thanked for its mediation efforts aimed at easing tensions and promoting global peace, noting that Pakistan has effectively utilized its goodwill and relations with key stakeholders, including ...

Islamabad, April 7, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with the President of the Constitutional Court of the Republic of Türkiye, Kadir Özkaya, who called on him along with a high-level delegation. The Prime Minister noted that the centuries-old fraternal relations between Pakistan and Türkiye are rapidly evolving into a comprehensive economic partnership. He emphasized that both countries can benefit from each other’s experiences to enhance access to justice for their citizens. Referring to the recent visit of the Turkish delegation, the Prime Minister stated that the Memorandum of Understanding signed during the visit marks an important first step toward strengthening cooperation in the judicial sector. He highlighted the significant potential for co...

Rawalpindi, 06 April 2026(Kamran Raja): Pakistan–Egypt Joint Exercise Thunder-II, a bilateral counter-terrorism exercise between the armies of Pakistan and Egypt, commenced on 06 April 2026 at the Special Operations School, Cherat.The two-week-long exercise brings together troops from the Special Services Group (SSG) of the Pakistan Army and Special Forces of the Egyptian Army. The Commandant Special Operations School, Cherat, graced the opening ceremony as the Chief Guest.The exercise aims to enhance professional skills through joint training and to further strengthen the longstanding military-to-military relations between the two brotherly countries. During the exercise, participating troops will engage in a range of counter-terrorism drills and operational scenarios.The join...