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Pakistan, Italy, Denmark Agree to Strengthen Trade and Investment Cooperation
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Pakistan, Italy, Denmark Agree to Strengthen Trade and Investment Cooperation

Islamabad,15 April 2026(Kamran Raja):The Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan, Marilina Armellin, and the Ambassador of Denmark to Pakistan, Maja Mortensen, called on the Federal Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, at his office to discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral trade, investment, and economic cooperation.During the meeting, the Minister highlighted Pakistan’s role as a responsible global partner, emphasizing its efforts in promoting dialogue and de-escalation in times of geopolitical tensions. He noted that recent global developments, particularly disruptions in key maritime routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, have significantly impacted global supply chains, including energy, food, medicines, and industrial inputs. These challenges, he stated, underline the importance of dive...
Algiers International Fair 2026: Opportunity to Boost Algeria–Pakistan Economic Cooperation
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Algiers International Fair 2026: Opportunity to Boost Algeria–Pakistan Economic Cooperation

 Islamabad, April 15, 2026(Kamran Raja):The Government of Algeria will host the 57th edition of the Algiers International Fair from June 22 to 27, 2026, in Algiers. The event will be held under the high patronage of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, with the Spain participating as the guest of honor.The Embassy of Algeria in Islamabad has formally invited Pakistani trade and investment institutions to take part in this major international exhibition. Invitations have been extended to key organizations including the Ministry of Commerce, Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC), Trade Development Authority of Pakistan, Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce and Industry, and various chambers of commerce and industry across the country.The Algiers International Fair...
Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation today with Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi.
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Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation today with Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi.

Islamabad, 13 April 2026(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation today with Foreign Minister of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Yi.During the conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on the recently concluded Islamabad Talks and the ongoing direct negotiations between the United States and Iran. Both sides discussed regional developments and emphasized the importance of sustained diplomatic engagement.Foreign Minister Wang Yi appreciated Pakistan’s sincere and constructive efforts in promoting peace and stability across the region. He also reaffirmed China’s continued support for Pakistan’s positive and facilitative role in advancing dialogue.The Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister reiterated Pakistan’s f...
Chinese Ambassador,  appreciated Pakistan’s constructive and facilitative role in promoting Peace dialogue
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Chinese Ambassador, appreciated Pakistan’s constructive and facilitative role in promoting Peace dialogue

Islamabad, April 13, 2026(Kamran Raja):The Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, met today with the Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, Jiang Zaidong, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Islamabad. According to official sources from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting focused on recent regional developments following the Islamabad talks, with both sides exchanging views on evolving diplomatic engagements in the region. During the discussion, DPM/FM Mohammad Ishaq Dar reaffirmed Pakistan’s continued commitment to supporting dialogue and diplomacy as the preferred means of resolving international disputes. The Chinese Ambassador, Jiang Zaidong, appreciated Pakistan’s constructive and facilitative role in promoting direct dialogue between the United...
Prime Minister Receives Telephone Call from the Prime Minister of Japan
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Prime Minister Receives Telephone Call from the Prime Minister of Japan

ISLAMABAD: 13 April 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received a telephone call from H.E. Ms. Sanae Takaichi, Prime Minister of Japan today. During their warm and cordial conversation, the two leaders discussed the recently held Islamabad Talks between the United States and Iran, hosted by Pakistan. Prime Minister Takaichi appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic role in facilitating the ceasefire and talks. She expressed Japan’s full support for the peace process and its importance for regional stability and global energy security.While thanking the Japanese Prime Minister for her good wishes, the Prime Minister said that he was grateful to both the U.S. and Iranian delegations for their extensive discussions in Islamabad and said that Pakistan would continue with its...
Islamabad Marks the 65th Anniversary of the First Human Spaceflight
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Islamabad Marks the 65th Anniversary of the First Human Spaceflight

Islamabad, April 12, 2026(Kamran Raja):The Embassy of the Russia in Pakistan commemorated the 65th anniversary of the historic first human spaceflight with a wreath-laying ceremony held at the monument of Yuri Gagarin in Fatima Jinnah Park.The ceremony was attended by Ambassador Albert P. Khorev, Additional Foreign Secretary of Pakistan Ayesha Ali, and ambassadors from Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Also present were Russian Defense Attaché Colonel Vadim Fenchenko, Russian Trade Representative Denis Nevzorov, along with officials from the Capital Development Authority and SUPARCO.Members of the diplomatic corps, the Russian community in Pakistan, and representatives from Pakistani academia also attended the event.In his remarks, Ambas...
Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with the Iranian delegation at the Islamabad Talks today
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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a meeting with the Iranian delegation at the Islamabad Talks today

Islamabad April 11 ,2026(Kamran Raja):The Iranian side was led by the Honorable Speaker of the Iranian Consultative Assembly, Mr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, assisted by Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Mr. Abbas Araghchi.Appreciating Iran’s engagement in the Islamabad Talks, the Prime Minister affirmed Pakistan’s sincere resolve to continue playing its role as a mediator to help build momentum towards achieving meaningful results in the interest of regional and global peace and stability.https://youtube.com/shorts/IIXc2IE93qs?si=tuSxLQ6gbX_u-tXVDeputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshall Syed Asim Munir and Interior Minister Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi attended the meeting from Pakistan...
Prime Minister Meets U.S. Vice President as Islamabad Talks Commence
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Prime Minister Meets U.S. Vice President as Islamabad Talks Commence

Islamabad, April 11, 2026(Kamran Raja): As the Islamabad Talks commenced today, the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, held a meeting with the Vice President of the United States, JD Vance.The U.S. Vice President was accompanied by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.The Prime Minister was assisted by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Interior Minister Mohsin Raza Naqvi.https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSHXkmQvf/https://youtube.com/shorts/Cz1ZiRHznb4?si=il43BxenxkNHMKY7Commending the commitment of both delegations to engage constructively, the Prime Minister expressed hope that the Islamabad Talks would serve as a stepping stone toward durable peace in the region.The Prime Minister reiterated that Pakistan remains committed to facilita...
مشرقِ وسطیٰ کی صورتحال پر روسی وزارتِ خارجہ کا بیان
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مشرقِ وسطیٰ کی صورتحال پر روسی وزارتِ خارجہ کا بیان

اپریل 2026،10 (کامران راجہ):روس کی وزارتِ خارجہ نے مشرقِ وسطیٰ میں جاری صورتحال پر ایک اہم بیان جاری کیا ہے، جس میں خلیج فارس میں امن و استحکام کے لیے ایک ممکنہ موقع کی نشاندہی کی گئی ہے۔ بیان کے مطابق، خطے میں پیچیدہ صورتحال کے حل کے لیے ایک “موقع کی کھڑکی” کھل رہی ہے۔ بیشتر ممالک ان کوششوں کی حمایت کر رہے ہیں اور خاص طور پر امریکہ اور ایران کے درمیان متوقع مذاکرات سے امیدیں وابستہ کیے ہوئے ہیں، جو اسلام آباد میں پاکستان کی میزبانی اور ثالثی میں منعقد ہونے جا رہے ہیں۔ تاہم، روسی وزارتِ خارجہ نے افسوس کا اظہار کیا کہ بعض عناصر دانستہ یا نادانستہ طور پر امن کی راہ میں رکاوٹیں کھڑی کر رہے ہیں۔ بیان میں خاص طور پر ان الزامات کو مسترد کیا گیا جن میں ایران کو آبنائے ہرمز میں جہاز رانی سے متعلق مسائل کا ذمہ دار ٹھہرایا جا رہا ہے، جبکہ حقیقت یہ ہے کہ 28 فروری تک یہ اہم آبی گزرگاہ بغیر کسی خلل ک...
Russia’s Foreign Ministry Statement on Developments in the Middle East
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Russia’s Foreign Ministry Statement on Developments in the Middle East

 PRESS RELEASE April 10, 2026(Kamran Raja):The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Russia has issued a statement regarding the evolving situation in the Middle East, highlighting a potential opportunity for de-escalation and diplomatic resolution in the Persian Gulf.According to the statement, a “window of opportunity” is emerging to address the complex challenges facing the region. The majority of countries have expressed support for ongoing peace efforts, placing particular hope in the anticipated negotiations between the United States and the Iran, which are scheduled to take place in Islamabad with the facilitation of Pakistan.However, the Russian Foreign Ministry expressed concern that certain actors are hindering progress toward peace by creating obstacles, whether d...