PAKISTAN NEWS

Islamabad, July 23, 2026(Ghufran): The U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, in collaboration with Pakistan’s cultural institutions, officially launched the “Let Freedom Ring” Liberty Bell Exhibition at Lok Virsa Museum, marking a key event in the United States’ Freedom 250 celebrations commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence.The inauguration ceremony was attended by U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Andy Halus and Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, highlighting the enduring partnership between Pakistan and the United States and the role of cultural diplomacy in strengthening bilateral relations.As part of the initiative, the U.S. Mission to Pakistan’s Public Diplomacy Section, through its Lincoln Corners network, collaborated with 16 Pakistani...

Rawalpindi, July 23, 2026 (Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces, interacted with participants of the 20th National Workshop Balochistan at General Headquarters (GHQ), Rawalpindi.Addressing the participants, the Field Marshal emphasized that the consistent efforts of Pakistan’s security forces and law enforcement agencies, backed by the unwavering support of the people, would ensure lasting peace and stability in Balochistan. He reaffirmed that targeted operations against Fitna al Khawarij and Fitna al Hindustan would continue with full determination until terrorism and its facilitators are completely eradicated from Pakistan. He reiterated the country’s firm resolve to dismantle terrorist infrastructure wherever it thr...

Islamabad, July 23, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday met a high-level delegation of Chinese company FAMSUN, led by its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Jack Chen, and welcomed the delegation to Pakistan.The Prime Minister underscored that Pakistan and China are exemplary friends whose strategic partnership and economic cooperation continue to grow stronger with the passage of time. He emphasized that enhanced business-to-business collaboration between enterprises of the two countries would further reinforce the enduring Pakistan-China friendship.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed FAMSUN’s initiative to modernize Pakistan’s grain storage infrastructure by transforming existing storage facilities into state-of-the-art centers. He noted that the p...

Islamabad, July 22, 2026(Nosheen): The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with the Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), organized a commemorative event to mark Egypt’s Revolution Day, highlighting the enduring friendship and growing strategic partnership between Pakistan and Egypt.The ceremony commenced with the national anthems of Pakistan and Egypt. The event featured remarks by Ambassador Moin ul Haque, Director General ISSI; Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman, Board of Governors, ISSI; Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed, President PAIDAR; Ambassador Aamir Shoukat, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Egypt; and Dr. Amina Khan, Director, CAMEA. The Chief Guest was Dr. Ihab Abd...

Islamabad, July 22, 2026(News Desk): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the decision by S&P Global Ratings to upgrade Pakistan’s sovereign credit rating from “B-” to “B”, describing it as a significant milestone for the country’s economy.The Prime Minister said the upgrade reflects growing international confidence in the Government’s prudent economic policies, fiscal discipline, structural reforms, and sustained efforts to stabilize and strengthen the national economy.He noted that the improved sovereign rating is a testament to the Government’s successful measures aimed at restoring macroeconomic stability, strengthening the tax system, reducing the fiscal deficit, and enhancing the country’s foreign exchange reserves.The Prime Minister emphasized that the...

Islamabad, July 22, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Government of Pakistan has unequivocally condemned the continued threats issued by the Houthi militia against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and commercial shipping in the Red Sea, describing such actions as a serious threat to regional security, freedom of navigation, and the rules-based maritime order.Pakistan stated that threats targeting commercial shipping and lawful trade with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are unacceptable and constitute a violation of established principles of international law. The Government expressed particular concern over reports of threats directed at vessels engaged in legitimate commercial trade with the Kingdom.Reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding national interests, Pakistan emphasized that any hostile ac...

Islamabad, July 21, 2026(Nosheen): The Centre for Afghanistan, Middle East & Africa (CAMEA) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with the Pakistan Africa Institute for Development and Research (PAIDAR), organized a commemorative event to mark South Africa’s National Day and Nelson Mandela International Day, highlighting the enduring friendship between Pakistan and South Africa and celebrating the universal values of freedom, justice, equality, and reconciliation.The ceremony commenced with the national anthems of Pakistan and South Africa. The event brought together distinguished diplomats, policymakers, and scholars, including Director General ISSI Ambassador Moin ul Haque, Chairman Board of Governors ISSI Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, PAIDAR Presi...