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Islamabad, May 13, 2026(Ghufran): The United States formally repatriated more than 450 cultural artifacts to Pakistan during a ceremony held at the Islamabad Museum, reaffirming the shared commitment of both countries to combat illicit trafficking of antiquities and protect cultural heritage. The repatriated collection includes historically significant objects that were illegally removed from Pakistan and later identified and recovered through close cooperation between U.S. law enforcement agencies and Pakistani authorities. The artifacts will now be preserved and displayed in Pakistan, allowing scholars and the public to reconnect with an important part of the country’s cultural legacy. Speaking at the ceremony, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs S. Pa...

Islamabad, May 13, 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan held an important meeting with Chinese Minister Counsellor Yang Guangyuan in Islamabad to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, industry, investment, and emerging technologies. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on enhancing collaboration in electric vehicles (EVs), battery manufacturing, and advanced industrial technologies. The discussions focused on introducing modern electric mobility solutions to Pakistan’s automotive sector and creating new industrial opportunities through technological innovation. The two sides also discussed increasing the export potential of value-added date products and explored opportunities in agri-processing and food exports. Minister Jam Kamal Khan highl...

Islamabad, May 12, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday chaired an important meeting on the country’s food security and the current status of fertilizer reserves, directing authorities to ensure the timely and uninterrupted supply of fertilizer to farmers under all circumstances. The Prime Minister emphasized that in view of potential disruptions in fertilizer supply chains from Gulf countries, contingency planning should be prepared for alternative procurement from Central Asian states. He further instructed relevant authorities to ensure sufficient fertilizer stocks for both the Kharif and Rabi cropping seasons. Calling food security a top national priority, the Prime Minister directed accelerated work on proposals to establish new fertilizer plants in ord...

Islamabad, May 12, 2026(Nosheen): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted the launch of The Third Dimension Policy Prism, authored by Ambassador G. R. Baluch. The book's discussants included General Khalid Naeem Lodhi, Former Defense Secretary, Pakistan; Ambassador Masood Khalid, Former Diplomat; Dr. Munawar Hussain, Associate Professor, QAU; Dr. Shazia Khalid Cheema, Associate Professor, QAU; and Farukh Pitafi, columnist and anchor. The event was attended by a wide range of diplomats, acdemics, scholars and media persons. In her introductory remarks, Dr. Neelum Nigar, Director, Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at ISSI, expressed sincere gratitude to Ambassador G. R. Baluch for choosing ISSI as the platform for the launch of his important work. She appreciated his...

Islamabad, May 12,2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Nassar Abdulrahman Jasser Almutairi. The meeting focused on regional developments, energy cooperation, and agreed to further strengthen bilateral relations and expand collaboration in areas of common interest. The Federal Minister expressed sincere gratitude to the Government of Kuwait for its timely facilitation and support in ensuring the safe dispatch of vessel Khairpur, which reached Pakistan carrying diesel supplies during a challenging period. He highlighted that the vessel transported approximately 45,000 tons of diesel and 10,000 tons of jet fuel from Kuwait to Pakistan under special approvals, following disruption...

Islamabad, May 11, 2026(Ghufran): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik chaired a high-level meeting at the Petroleum Division with the Chief Executive Officers and Managing Directors of the country’s major oil refineries to review progress on the implementation of the Brownfield Refinery Upgradation Policy and discuss measures to accelerate refinery modernization projects.Opening the meeting, the Federal Minister highlighted the strategic importance of Pakistan’s refining sector, describing local refineries as vital national assets that play a key role in ensuring uninterrupted fuel supply and strengthening the country’s energy security.The Minister observed that the evolving regional situation amid the ongoing US-Iran conflict has reinforced the need for Pakistan to re...

Islamabad, May 11, 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif chaired a high-level meeting today to review and discuss a comprehensive strategy aimed at increasing Pakistan’s exports and strengthening the country’s export-oriented industries.Addressing the meeting, the Prime Minister stated that export-led industrial growth is indispensable for achieving the country’s economic development goals. He emphasized that the government remains fully focused on increasing exports and facilitating industries to improve productivity and competitiveness.The Prime Minister directed the relevant authorities to formulate a practical framework for providing government support and incentives to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), recognizing their vital role in boosting expor...

Islamabad, May 10, 2026(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting with Chairman Barrick, Mr. John L. Thornton, to review progress and discuss future steps regarding the Reko Diq Copper-Gold Project. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on the development of the project and discussed ongoing efforts aimed at advancing work on Reko Diq, which is among the world’s largest undeveloped copper-gold projects.Federal Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik highlighted the strategic significance of the project for Pakistan’s economic growth and mineral sector development. He stated that Reko Diq is a flagship national project that will play a key role in attracting investment, generating employment opportunities, and accelerating socio-economic development in B...