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December 3, 2025(Kamran Raja): Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted the first working session of its annual Islamabad Conclave-2025. In the fifth edition of the Conclave, working Session-I, hosted by India Study Centre (ISC), focused at “South Asian Regional Security Order Amid Evolving Multipolarity.” General Zubair Mahmood Hayat, NI(M), HI(M), former Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, delivered the keynote speech. Other speakers included Ambassador Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, Additional Foreign Secretary (Asia-Pacific), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Pakistan; Ambassador Zamir Akram, Pakistan’s former Permanent Representative to the UN in Geneva; Dr. Shilata Pokharel, energy and security politics expert from Nepal; and Professor Huang Yunsong, Associate Dean of Internati...

Rawalpindi, 03 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Lieutenant General Fahad Bin Saud Al-Johani, Commander Royal Saudi Land Forces (RSLF), called on Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), at General Headquarters (GHQ) today.During the meeting, both sides discussed matters of mutual interest, regional security, and prospects for further enhancing bilateral defence cooperation. The COAS and the visiting dignitary reiterated their commitment to strengthening the longstanding and brotherly relations between the Armed Forces of Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.COAS Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir expressed satisfaction over the robust defence collaboration between the two countries and underscored the need for sustained cooperation in training, capacity buil...

Islamabad 3 December 2025(Nosheen): The 5th edition of the Institute of Strategic Studies’ annual dialogue forum, Islamabad Conclave, with thematic focus on "Reimagining South Asia Security, Economy, Climate, Connectivity,” got under way today. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, was the chief guest at the Inaugural Session.In his remarks, Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood warmly welcomed speakers and participants from across South Asia and expressed deep appreciation to Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar for gracing the occasion. He pointed out that this year’s theme, “Re-imagining South Asia,” drew inspiration from his address at the ISSI Foundation Day in June 2025. He highlighted ISSI’s...

Rawalpindi – 30 November 2025(Kamran Raja): H.E. Dr. Badr Ahmed Mohamed Abdelatty, Foreign Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt, called on Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, at General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi today. During the meeting, both dignitaries conducted a comprehensive review of bilateral relations between the two brotherly nations, with particular emphasis on defence and security cooperation, military-to-military engagements, training collaborations, and initiatives aimed at promoting regional peace and stability. The discussion reaffirmed the shared commitment of Pakistan and Egypt to further strengthen coordination and expand their long-standing partnership in defence and broader strategic domains. The Egyptian Foreign Minister convey...

Islamabad, December 01, 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik held a meeting today with the Honorable Ambassador of the Republic of Turkiye to Pakistan, H.E. Irfan Neziroglu, to finalize preparations for the high-level Turkish delegation arriving tomorrow, led by the Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Mr. Alparslan Bayraktar. Secretary Petroleum Momin Agha and Managing Director OGDCL Ahmed Hayat Lak were also present during the meeting. During the discussion, Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik said, “We are looking forward to welcoming the Turkish Minister and his team to Pakistan. Their visit will play a transformational role in advancing our bilateral cooperation in energy and mining sector.”The meeting reviewed the expanding collaboration between...

Islamabad 30 November 2025(Kamran Raja): Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan, H.E. Jiang Zaidong, called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar today at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.The DPM/FM conveyed his deepest condolences over the tragic killing of three Chinese nationals in Tajikistan, near the Afghan border. He also expressed heartfelt sympathies for the loss of lives and those affected by the recent devastating fires in the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. He reaffirmed that Pakistan stands in full solidarity with China during these difficult moments.During the meeting, both sides discussed Pakistan–China bilateral cooperation across a broad range of areas. They also exchanged views on recent r...

Islamabad, November 27, 2025(Ghufran): The Enterprise Business Group of Huawei Pakistan successfully hosted a high-profile partner event in Islamabad, bringing together more than 15 leading partners, including CXOs, service directors, and technical professionals. The gathering celebrated the collective business achievements of 2025 and reaffirmed Huawei’s strong commitment to partner enablement within Pakistan’s evolving ICT landscape.The event showcased Huawei’s comprehensive partner development initiatives, including the Golden Seed training program, mentor-led coaching sessions, hands-on scenario-based learning, continuous skill-building campaigns, and globally recognized HCIX career certifications. These programs are empowering partners with the advanced capabilities required to ad...

Islamabad November 28,2025(Nosheen): Pakistan expresses its deepest condolences and strong solidarity with the Government and people of the People’s Republic of China, as well as with the Government and people of Tajikistan, over the loss of precious lives of Chinese nationals in a heinous terrorist attack in Tajikistan near its border with Afghanistan. Pakistan unequivocally condemns this cowardly attack on Chinese nationals. The use of armed drones in the incident underlines the gravity of the threat emanating from Afghanistan and the brazenness of those behind it. As a neighbour that has repeatedly suffered terrorist attacks orchestrated from Afghan soil, the people of Pakistan fully understand and share the grief and anguish of our Chinese friends and Tajik partners. Pakistan has cons...

Islamabad, November 27,2025(Ghufran): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, held a meeting today with the Ambassador of the State of Kuwait to Pakistan, H.E. Nassar Abdulrahman Jasser Almutairi, to discuss ongoing collaboration and future avenues of partnership between Pakistan and Kuwait, particularly in the petroleum sector. During the meeting, the Minister warmly welcomed the Ambassador and commended his positive and constructive role in strengthening Pakistan Kuwait ties, referring to him as “a true friend of Pakistan.” He highlighted that the relationship between both countries is rooted in mutual respect, trust, and decades-long cooperation, especially in energy and petroleum. Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further deepening bilateral ...