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Prime Minister Receives Telephone Call from President of Türkiye

28Aug

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Prime Minister Receives Telephone Call from President of Türkiye

Islamabad, 28 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today received a telephone call from His Excellency President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of the Republic of Türkiye.President Erdogan conveyed his heartfelt condolences over the devastating floods that have affected various parts of Pakistan, resulting in tragic loss of lives and property. Expressing solidarity with the people of Pakistan, the Turkish President assured that Türkiye stood ready to extend every possible form of support, including assistance in rescue and relief operations.The Prime Minister deeply appreciated President Erdogan’s kind words and generous offer of assistance, terming the gesture a reflection of the strong and historic fraternal ties between Pakistan and Türkiye. He noted that both ...

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Mr. Taro Kato, Director General, Mining and Metal Finance Department of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation

27Aug

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Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Mr. Taro Kato, Director General, Mining and Metal Finance Department of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation

Islamabad, August 27, 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met with Mr. Taro Kato, Director General, Mining and Metal Finance Department of the Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC). The Prime Minister underscored that Pakistan values its diplomatic and economic cooperation with Japan. He highlighted that both countries have enjoyed strong collaboration in the fields of industry and trade in the past and reaffirmed their shared resolve to renew and strengthen economic cooperation. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif assured that the Government of Pakistan will extend all possible facilitation to Japanese investors and banks seeking to invest in Pakistan. He noted that Pakistan can greatly benefit from Japanese innovation and professional expertise, particularly in ...

Pakistan Urges UN Security Council to Halt Genocide and Atrocities in Gaza

27Aug

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Pakistan Urges UN Security Council to Halt Genocide and Atrocities in Gaza

United Nations, August 27, 2025(kamran Raja): Pakistan has warned that the combined effect of mass killings, forced displacement, famine, illegal settlements, and destruction of habitable land in Gaza leaves no ambiguity that Israel is carrying out a campaign of ethnic cleansing in plain sight.Delivering a powerful national statement during the UN Security Council briefing on the Middle East, including the Question of Palestine, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, urged the Council not to remain a bystander. “Every moment of inaction deepens the suffering, multiplies the grief, and tears apart the very fabric of international law,” he said.“The world is watching. History will not forgive delay. It will not forget inaction. The Council must...

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Meets Begum Khaleda Zia

24Aug

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Meets Begum Khaleda Zia

Dhaka,24 August 2025(kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, called on Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Begum Khaleda Zia, at her residence today.Extending warm wishes on behalf of the Government and people of Pakistan, Senator Ishaq Dar expressed his prayers for Begum Zia’s speedy recovery and continued well-being in view of her prolonged indisposition. He also conveyed special greetings from the Prime Minister of Pakistan.Acknowledging her contributions as a former Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Senator Ishaq Dar lauded Begum Khaleda Zia’s services to her nation. The meeting also fondly recalled her historic visit to Pakistan in 2006, which had further strengthened the bonds of goodwill between the two...

Foreign Minister of China during his visit to Pakistan, called on Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal: ISPR

22Aug

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Foreign Minister of China during his visit to Pakistan, called on Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal: ISPR

Rawalpindi – 22 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Foreign Minister of China, H.E. Mr. Wang Yi, during his visit to Pakistan, called on Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ at Islamabad today. Matters about regional security, counter-terrorism, and issues of mutual interest were discussed. Both sides reaffirmed their resolve to further strengthen the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership and enhance coordination at regional and international forums. The Chinese Foreign Minister reiterated China’s steadfast support for Pakistan’s sovereignty and socio-economic development. The COAS expressed gratitude for China’s consistent support and friendship. The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to promote peace, stability, and prosperity in the region.

Prime Minister Meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

21Aug

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Prime Minister Meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi

Islamabad, 21 August 2025[Kamran Raja]: Minister for Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, Mr. Wang Yi, who is on an official visit to Pakistan, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House earlier this evening. Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and senior members of the Cabinet were also present.Welcoming the Chinese Foreign Minister, the Prime Minister expressed deep appreciation for the leadership, government, and people of China for their steadfast support to Pakistan in safeguarding its sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national development. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering support for China on its core issues and reiterated the comm...

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China co-chaired the 6th Round of the Pakistan-China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue

21Aug

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister and State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China co-chaired the 6th Round of the Pakistan-China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue

Islamabad – August 21, 2025(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, and State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China, H.E. Wang Yi, co-chaired the 6th Round of the Pakistan-China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue in Islamabad today. During the Dialogue, both sides comprehensively reviewed the entire spectrum of Pakistan-China relations and held extensive discussions on important regional and global developments. The two Foreign Ministers exchanged in-depth views on advancing cooperation across multiple domains, including the upgradation of CPEC into its second phase (CPEC 2.0), trade and economic relations, multilateral cooperation, and people-to-people exchanges. Reaffirming the All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, the two side...

ECO Secretary General Gives Public Address on “ECO, Regionalism and the New Geopolitical Dynamics” at ISSI

21Aug

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ECO Secretary General Gives Public Address on “ECO, Regionalism and the New Geopolitical Dynamics” at ISSI

Islamabad, August 21, 2025(Ghufran): The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a Public Address on “ECO, Regionalism and the New Geopolitical Dynamics.” Ambassador Dr. Asad Majeed Khan, Secretary General of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), was the Guest Speaker at the event, which brought together academics, think-tank experts, and practitioners. Welcoming the Guest Speaker, Director General ISSI, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, observed that the global environment is marked by turbulence and transformation, with major-power competition intensifying and multilateralism under stress. In contrast, regionalism remains resilient, except in regions like South Asia. He emphasized that if ECO succeeds as a model of regional co...

Pakistan and Bangladesh Explore Enhanced Cooperation in Energy and Mineral Sectors

19Aug

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Pakistan and Bangladesh Explore Enhanced Cooperation in Energy and Mineral Sectors

Islamabad, August 19, 2025(Mehmoona): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, today received the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to Pakistan, His Excellency Mr. Md. Iqbal Hussain, at the Ministry of Petroleum. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in the energy and mineral sectors, with particular emphasis on limestone, coal, and petroleum products, to foster mutual economic growth and energy security. Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to expanding ties with Bangladesh, stating:“Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is keen to support our brothers in Bangladesh and enhance cooperation in various sectors. Pakistan values its relationship with Bangladesh and is eager to explore joint ventures that benefit both nations.” Both sides discus...

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Visit Saudi Arabia for OIC Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting

18Aug

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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Visit Saudi Arabia for OIC Council of Foreign Ministers Meeting

Islamabad, 18 August 2025(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, will undertake an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on August 25, 2025, to participate in the meeting of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers. The meeting, to be held in Jeddah, will deliberate on the grave situation in Palestine in the backdrop of ongoing atrocities and genocide against the Palestinian people. During his visit, the Deputy Prime Minister will also hold bilateral meetings with participating leaders and counterparts on the sidelines of the Council of Foreign Ministers meeting to discuss matters of mutual interest and strengthen cooperation among OIC member states. Pakistan remains committed to supportin...