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Islamabad, 15 June 2026(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the successful conclusion of a landmark peace agreement between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran, describing it as a major diplomatic achievement that will contribute to regional and global peace, stability, and security. Following intensive negotiations, both sides have agreed to the immediate and permanent cessation of military operations on all fronts, including in Lebanon. The official signing ceremony of the peace agreement is scheduled to take place on 19 June in Switzerland.Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif commended the leadership of the United States and Iran for demonstrating wisdom, restraint, and commitment to resolving differences through dialogue and diplomacy. He noted...

Karachi, 11 June 2026(News Desk): The first Pakistan Navy Hangor-class submarine, PNS/M HANGOR, arrived in Karachi today, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of Pakistan Navy’s underwater warfare capabilities.Upon arrival, the submarine was accorded a traditional naval welcome attended by senior naval officers, families of the crew, and Pakistan Navy personnel. Cadets of the Pakistan Naval Academy presented a ceremonial salute to the incoming submarine and its crew, while Pakistan Navy Z9EC helicopters conducted a fly-past to commemorate the occasion.A reception ceremony was subsequently held at Pakistan Navy Dockyard, where Commander Pakistan Fleet, Vice Admiral Abdul Munib, graced the event as the Chief Guest.PNS/M HANGOR is equipped with advanced combat syst...

Islamabad, Date: June 11, 2026(Kamran Raja): Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Industries and Production, Haroon Akhtar Khan, held a meeting with the Ambassador of Kazakhstan, Yerzhan Kistafin, to discuss avenues for enhancing industrial cooperation, economic development, bilateral relations, and mutual trade between Pakistan and Kazakhstan. During the meeting, both sides agreed to further strengthen industrial and economic ties and explore new opportunities for collaboration in key sectors. The Kazakh Ambassador expressed Kazakhstan’s keen interest in Pakistan’s furniture industry, sports goods sector, and maritime infrastructure, particularly its seaports.Haroon Akhtar Khan stated that Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision is centered on strengthening connectivity an...

Islamabad, 9 June 2026(Kamran Raja): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI), in collaboration with Xinhua News Agency, hosted a commemorative seminar titled “75 Years of Friendship: China-Pakistan Joint Contributions to the Global Governance Initiative and CPEC” at Marriott Hotel Islamabad. The seminar brought together federal ministers, senior diplomats, scholars, media representatives, and practitioners from Pakistan and China to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and to reflect on the evolving trajectory of the all-weather strategic cooperative partnership. In his video message, Mr. Fu Hua, President of Xinhua News Agency, extended felicitations to Pakistan and China on the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations and reaffirmed the enduring strength of the ...

Islamabad June 4, 2026(Ghufran): The United States Mission in Pakistan today commemorated the 250th anniversary of American independence, marking a historic milestone that celebrates the enduring ideals of freedom, dignity, and self-determination that have inspired people around the world for two and a half centuries. Speaking at the U.S. Independence Day reception, Chargé d'Affaires Natalie A. Baker reflected on the profound significance of the Declaration of Independence – and on the remarkable transformation of the U.S.-Pakistan relationship over the past two years. CDA Baker credited the bold and results-oriented leadership of President Donald Trump with elevating the U.S.-Pakistan relationship to a genuine strategic partnership – one grounded in mutual respect, aligned interests, an...

Islamabad : 4 June , 2026(Kamran Raja): A high-powered Saudi business delegation, led by His Highness Prince Mansour bin Mohammad Al Saud, Chairman Saudi-Pak Joint Business Council, called on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister House earlier today.The Prime Minister was assisted by Deputy Prime Minister & Foreign Minister Sen. Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for National Food Security Rana Tanveer Hussain, Minister for Communications Mr. Aleem Khan, Minister for Power Sardar Awais Ahmed Khan Leghari, Minister for Petroleum Ali Pervaiz Malik, Minister for IT Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar Kiyani, SAPM Tariq Fatemi, SAPM Haroon Akhtar Khan, and other senior government officials were also present.The Prime Minister welcomed the Saudi delegati...

Islamabad, June 3, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to Pakistan, H.E. Mr. Jiang Zaidong, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at the Prime Minister’s House today. The meeting was attended by the Prime Minister’s Adviser Dr. Syed Tauqir Shah, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister Syed Tariq Fatemi, and Foreign Secretary Ambassador Amna Baloch. The Prime Minister conveyed his warm greetings and best wishes to President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, and recalled the highly productive, substantive, and outcome-oriented meetings held with the Chinese leadership during his recent visit to China.Reaffirming Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to further strengthening the Pakistan-China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership, the Prime Mi...

Islamabad June 1,2026(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar and European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas today co-chaired the 8th Pakistan-European Union Strategic Dialogue in Islamabad. During the Dialogue, both sides held comprehensive discussions on the full spectrum of Pakistan-EU relations, including trade and investment, security cooperation, climate action, migration, and multilateral engagement. The talks reflected the growing depth and breadth of cooperation between Pakistan and the European Union across areas of mutual interest. The two leaders also exchanged views on key regional and global developments, emphasizing the importance of dialogue, diplomacy,...