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Brussels 12 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Federal Minister for Interior and Narcotics Control Mohsin Naqvi and Iraqi Interior Minister General Abdul Ameer Al-Shammari held an important meeting, during which detailed discussions were held on Pakistan–Iraq bilateral relations and facilitation of pilgrims. Both sides agreed to strengthen cooperation between their Interior Ministries on effective and sustainable foundations. ‎The Iraqi Interior Minister appreciated Pakistan’s steps to formally organize and regulate pilgrim groups, saying that effective measures taken during Minister Naqvi’s tenure were commendable. He reiterated that all pilgrims included in the list provided by Pakistan’s Ministry of Interior will be allowed to enter Iraq. ‎ ‎Mohsin Naqvi stated that pilgrims will not be allo...

Ashgabat: 12 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdogan, President of the Republic of Türkiye, today, on the sidelines of the International Forum dedicated to the International Year of Peace and Trust in Ashgabat. During their warm and cordial meeting, the two leaders reaffirmed the significance of the historic and deep fraternal bonds between the two nations, that were rooted in shared values and a common aspiration for peace and prosperity. While expressing his satisfaction at the frequent leadership level engagements between Pakistan and Turkiye this year, the Prime Minister expressed his firm resolve to further strengthen bilateral cooperation with Turkiye in all areas of mutual interest including political, energy, economic, defenc...

Ashgabat: 11 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif met H.E. Serdar Berdimuhamedov, President of Turkmenistan in Ashgabat today.During their warm and cordial meeting, the Prime Minister congratulated the Turkmen President on the 30th anniversary of Permanent Neutrality of Turkmenistan and on the UN designation of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust.While underscoring the importance of the historic and fraternal relations between Pakistan and Turkmenistan, the Prime Minister expressed his resolve to further strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries, particularly through enhanced trade and economic engagement.The Prime Minister conveyed his deepest gratitude to the Turkmen leadership and government for the support extended to sa...

Rawalpindi, 11 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Pakistan Army and the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) of China are conducting the joint counterterrorism exercise Warrior-IX from 28 November to 14 December 2025. The two-week exercise aims to enhance interoperability and further strengthen military-to-military cooperation between the two friendly countries.The Distinguished Visitors Day (DVD) ceremony was held at the National Counter Terrorism Center (NCTC), Pabbi, on 11 December 2025. His Excellency Mr. Jiang Zaidong, Ambassador of China to Pakistan, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, accompanied by senior dignitaries from China. The Chief of General Staff, Pakistan Army, attended the ceremony as the Guest of Honour.During the visit, the honourable guests were briefed on the scope, o...

Islamabad, 10 December 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has reiterated that Pakistan cannot achieve sustainable economic development without completely eliminating terrorism, extremism, and sectarianism from the country. He emphasized that national unity and harmony are essential to securing long-term peace, prosperity, and stability.Addressing the National Ulema Convention in Islamabad, the Prime Minister urged religious scholars to play an active and constructive role in discouraging sectarian tendencies and promoting unity, brotherhood, and cohesion among all schools of thought. He noted that creating an environment of national solidarity was crucial for the country’s advancement.The Convention was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister S...

ISLAMABAD, 8th December(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s readiness to welcome enhanced investment from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in renewable energy, artificial intelligence, fintech, agriculture, and the minerals sector.Addressing a ceremony marking the 54th National Day of the UAE, the Prime Minister highlighted the strong and steadily growing bilateral partnership between the two brotherly nations.“The economic partnership of Pakistan and the UAE is a shining example. The UAE is lending critical support to Pakistan’s stabilizing economy,” the Prime Minister noted.Extending warm felicitations to the UAE leadership and people, he conveyed greetings to Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of ...

December 8, 2025 Islamabad(Ghufran): U.S. Embassy Islamabad’s Chargé d’Affaires (CDA) Natalie A. Baker joined Minister of State for Education Wajiha Qamar as they inaugurated a new purpose-built building of the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) in Islamabad, marking a major milestone in the longstanding U.S.-Pakistan educational partnership. This year also marks the 75th anniversary of the Fulbright program in Pakistan.CDA Baker noted that as the United States approaches its 250th anniversary in 2026, the new USEFP building will highlight America’s founding ideals and global impact, using this milestone to further strengthen U.S.-Pakistan relations.Designed to serve as a central U.S.-supported resource for learning and exchange, the new USEFP building is a fi...

Islamabad 5 December 2025(Nosheen): The 5th Edition of Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI)’s annual Dialogue Forum, Islamabad Conclave, concluded after wide-ranging and absorbing deliberations. The thematic focus of this edition was, “Re-imagining South Asia: Security, Economy, Climate, Connectivity.” Former Foreign Minister of Pakistan, Ambassador Inam ul Haque, was the Chief Guest at the concluding plenary.During the session, Director General ISSI, Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, presented Key Takeaways from the Inaugural and five Working Sessions held over the two days.In his comprehensive presentation, Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood noted that all the speakers and participants agreed that “re-imagining South Asia” was a very pertinent and timely theme. H...