PAKISTAN NEWS

Rawalpindi, April 30, 2026(Kamran Raja): The commissioning ceremony of the first Hangor-class submarine, PNS/M Hangor, was held in Sanya, China. Asif Ali Zardari graced the occasion as Chief Guest, while Naveed Ashraf, Chief of the Naval Staff, was also in attendance. Addressing the ceremony, President Zardari termed the commissioning of PNS/M Hangor a historic milestone in the modernization of the Pakistan Navy. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to maintaining a robust, balanced, and credible defence posture, emphasizing the country’s capability to safeguard its sovereignty, protect maritime interests, and secure vital economic lifelines. The Naval Chief highlighted the growing challenges posed by disruptions at critical maritime choke points, which threaten global trade and energy secu...

Islamabad, 29 April 2026(Ghufran): The Arms Control and Disarmament Centre (ACDC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA), organized a high-level seminar titled “The Impact of the Current Geopolitical Situation on Maritime Trade in the Indian Ocean Region.” The event brought together leading policymakers, maritime experts, and academics to deliberate on evolving regional dynamics and their implications for global trade and security.Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs, Muhammad Junaid Anwar Chaudhry, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. In his keynote address, he underscored that the current geopolitical crisis offers critical lessons for Pakistan across multiple sectors. He highlighted that several...

Islamabad, April 29, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, H.E. Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar today.During the meeting, both sides held detailed discussions on recent regional developments. The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister underscored the importance of dialogue and constructive engagement among all parties to promote peace and stability in the region.He expressed Pakistan’s deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s continued support and acknowledged the Kingdom’s positive role in fostering regional harmony. The Deputy Prime Minister also highlighted Pakistan’s ongoing efforts aimed at de-escalation and peaceful resolution of conflicts.Both sides reaffi...

Islamabad, 28th April 2026(Nosheen): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with Policy Research Institute of Market Economy (PRIME), hosted a roundtable discussion on “The Middle East Crisis: Economic Implications and Emerging Opportunities for Pakistan,” on April 28, 2026. The event brought together leading policymakers, economists, and experts to deliberate on the evolving geopolitical situation and its economic ramifications for Pakistan. Dr. Neelum Nigar, Director, Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at ISSI, stressed that Pakistan faces both heightened risks and emerging opportunities, and must strengthen its capacity to adapt to an increasingly complex global economic environment. Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman Board of Governors, ISSI, in h...

Rawalpindi, 28 April 2026(Kamran Raja): The Army Rocket Force Command today conducted a successful training launch of the indigenously developed Fateh-II Missile System, equipped with advanced avionics and state-of-the-art navigational aids.The training launch was undertaken to enhance operational preparedness of troops, validate key technical parameters, and evaluate the performance of various sub-systems integrated to ensure improved accuracy and enhanced survivability of the weapon system.The launch was witnessed by senior officers from the Strategic Plans Division, Army Rocket Force Command, and Pakistan Army, along with scientists and engineers from strategic organizations. The observing forum expressed full satisfaction over the successful conduct of the training fire and com...

Islamabad, 28 April 2026(Ghufran): Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme (PMYP), Rana Mashhood Ahmad Khan, addressed the SIA Summit 2.0 as Chief Guest in Islamabad today, underscoring the vital role of youth and women in shaping Pakistan’s economic future. The summit, titled “Building a Women-Led Social Enterprise Ecosystem in Pakistan,” brought together key stakeholders committed to advancing social innovation and inclusive growth. It was organized by the Social Innovation Academy in collaboration with partners including UN Women and OGDCL. In his address, the Chairman appreciated the efforts of the organizers and partners for creating a meaningful platform to promote women-led initiatives. He commended their contributions toward empowering communities and fostering entrepreneu...

Islamabad, 28 April 2026(Kamran Raja): A high-level delegation of senior officials from the European Union and representatives of leading European companies called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House today. The delegation was led by Mr. Peteris Ustubs, Director (Asia Pacific) at the European Commission’s Directorate-General for International Partnerships. It included Ms. Thourya Triki of the European Investment Bank, along with senior executives from prominent European firms, including Adidas, Andritz, and IKEA. The Ambassador of the European Union to Pakistan, H.E. Raimundas Karoblis, also attended the meeting. The delegation is currently visiting Pakistan to participate in the EU-Pakistan Business Forum, aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and investmen...