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COAS & CDF Visits Lahore Garrison; Reviews Operational Preparedness and Training Standards
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COAS & CDF Visits Lahore Garrison; Reviews Operational Preparedness and Training Standards

Rawalpindi, 8 January 2026(Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), visited Lahore Garrison today, where he was given a comprehensive briefing on the formation’s operational preparedness, training standards, and key initiatives aimed at enhancing combat efficiency. During the visit, the COAS & CDF witnessed a specialized field training exercise showcasing the latest technologies, underscoring the Pakistan Army’s emphasis on innovation and adaptability to meet the demands of the dynamic future battlefield. He also inspected sports and recreational facilities for troops, highlighting their vital role in maintaining physical fitness, morale, and overall well-being. The COAS & CDF also visited the High Care ...
Pakistan–China Agree on Quarterly Security Working Group & Annual Interior Ministers’ Meeting
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Pakistan–China Agree on Quarterly Security Working Group & Annual Interior Ministers’ Meeting

Beijing, 7 January 2026(Kamran Raja):- Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi held an important meeting today in Beijing with Chinese Interior Minister Wang Xiaohong. Upon arrival at the Ministry of Public Security Headquarters, Minister Wang Xiaohong welcomed Minister Naqvi and his delegation. ‎During the three-and-a-half-hour long meeting, both sides discussed bilateral relations and joint counter-terrorism initiatives. They held in-depth discussions on counter-terrorism cooperation, police training exchange programmes and expanding collaboration in mutual areas of interest. ‎Both sides agreed that the Joint Working Group will meet every three months, while the Interior Ministers will meet once a year. The two Interior Ministers emphasised the need for improved coordination to enhanc...
KSrelief Launches Electronic Portal for Saudi Nonprofit Organizations
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KSrelief Launches Electronic Portal for Saudi Nonprofit Organizations

Riyadh, January 05, 2026(Kamran Raja): Advisor at the Royal Court and Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), Dr. Abdullah Al Rabeeah, on Monday launched the electronic portal for Saudi nonprofit organizations at the center’s headquarters in Riyadh. The launch ceremony was attended by representatives of nonprofit organizations, along with several KSrelief leaders and staff members.In his address, Dr. Al Rabeeah highlighted that KSrelief was established through a generous initiative of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and has operated under the close guidance of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. He noted that the center has since evolve...
“5 January: The Call for Self-Determination in Jammu and Kashmir”*
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“5 January: The Call for Self-Determination in Jammu and Kashmir”*

January 5, 2026(Ghufran): To commemorate and highlight the importance of United Nations Commission for India and Pakistan (UNCIP) resolution of 5th January 1949, the India Study Centre at the Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad (ISSI) organised a round table event titled “5 January: The Call for Self-Determination in Jammu and Kashmir” in collaboration with Kashmir Institute of International Relations (KIIR) and All Parties Hurriyet Conference (APHC).Speaking at the occasion, Chairman Board of Governance, ISSI, Ambassador Khalid Mahmood said that the 5 January 1949 resolution established the principle that the fate of Jammu and Kashmir would be decided by the people of Jammu and Kashmir through a free and impartial plebiscite under the auspices of the United Nations (UN). India u...
Saudi Leadership Directs Intensified Air, Sea, and Land Aid to Gaza Through KSrelief
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Saudi Leadership Directs Intensified Air, Sea, and Land Aid to Gaza Through KSrelief

Riyadh, January 04, 2026(Kamran Raja): The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, have directed the intensification of air, sea, and land humanitarian aid efforts to address the ongoing humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip, through the Saudi Campaign to Support the Palestinian People.In a statement to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Supervisor General of the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Center (KSrelief), Dr. Abdullah bin Abdulaziz Al Rabeeah, said the directive reflects the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s continued humanitarian commitment to assisting those affected in Gaza. He emphasized that the initiative is a continuation of the Kingdom’s lo...
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with the Executive Vice Premier of China, Mr. Ding Xuexiang, in Beijing.
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar met with the Executive Vice Premier of China, Mr. Ding Xuexiang, in Beijing.

Beijing, 04 January 2026(Ghufran): During the meeting, both sides reaffirmed their strong commitment to further strengthening the Pakistan–China All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership. Vice Premier Ding appreciated Pakistan’s consistent support on issues of core interest to China.The leaders highlighted the importance of the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China and agreed to use this milestone to promote future-oriented cooperation, including under the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).Vice Premier Ding also conveyed New Year greetings to the leadership and people of Pakistan.
KSrelief Distributes Food Baskets to Vulnerable Families in Taloqan, Afghanistan
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KSrelief Distributes Food Baskets to Vulnerable Families in Taloqan, Afghanistan

Kabul, January 2, 2026(Kamran Raja): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) on Wednesday distributed 178 food baskets in Taloqan, Afghanistan, benefiting 178 families comprising 1,068 individuals.The beneficiaries included returning Afghans, orphans, and other vulnerable people, assisted under the 2026 Food Security and Emergency Support Project in Afghanistan.This humanitarian assistance forms part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ongoing relief efforts, implemented through KSrelief, aimed at supporting the brotherly Afghan people and alleviating their suffering amid challenging humanitarian conditions.
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister to Visit Beijing for 7th Pakistan–China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister to Visit Beijing for 7th Pakistan–China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue

Islamabad 2 January 2025(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, will visit Beijing on 4 January at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister and Member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China, Wang Yi. During the visit, the Deputy Prime Minister will co-chair the 7th round of the Pakistan–China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue alongside his Chinese counterpart. The Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue is the highest-level consultative forum between Pakistan and China. It provides a structured platform for a comprehensive review of all aspects of bilateral cooperation, as well as an in-depth exchange of views on regional and international issues of mutual interest. On this occasion, the two Foreign Ministers ...
New Year, New Projects: Mohsin Naqvi Greenlights State-of-the-Art Cricket Stadium, Smart Underpass, and More in Islamabad
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New Year, New Projects: Mohsin Naqvi Greenlights State-of-the-Art Cricket Stadium, Smart Underpass, and More in Islamabad

‎Islamabad, 1st January 2025(News Desk): A special meeting was held at CDA Headquarters under the chairmanship of Federal Minister for Interior, Mohsin Naqvi. During the extensive meeting, a detailed review of various public welfare projects was conducted. It was decided to initiate further projects for the convenience of citizens. During the meeting, it was decided that a state-of-the-art cricket stadium will be constructed in Islamabad. Federal Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi has requested the final design of the stadium within 10 days. ‎A specific area has been allocated for the National Park. Additionally, it was decided to expand the scope of the modern Safe City Project in Islamabad. To improve traffic flow at Kashmir Chowk, a “Smart Underpass” will be constructed, with the final ...
Prime Minister Meets Saudi Ambassador, Reaffirms Commitment to Deepening Pak–Saudi Relations
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Prime Minister Meets Saudi Ambassador, Reaffirms Commitment to Deepening Pak–Saudi Relations

Islamabad: Wednesday, 31 December 2025(Kamran Raja):  H.E. Nawaf bin Saeed Ahmad Al-Malkiy, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, called on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif earlier this evening at the Prime Minister’s House. During the warm and cordial meeting, the Prime Minister conveyed his respectful regards and best wishes for the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, as well as for His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Expressing satisfaction over the excellent state of Pakistan–Saudi Arabia relations, the Prime Minister reaffirmed Pakistan’s strong commitment to further deepen the long-standing fraternal ties between the two...