The Pakistan Times - The Pakistan Times

Courtesy Call on the PM by the High Commissioner of Canada

12Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Courtesy Call on the PM by the High Commissioner of Canada

ISLAMABAD: 12 November 2025(Kamran Raja): Amb. Tarik Ali Khan, the newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada, paid a courtesy call on the Prime Minister at the Prime Minister House this morning. SAPM Tariq Fatemi and Foreign Secretary were also present. The Prime Minister felicitated the High Commissioner on his appointment and expressed confidence that his tenure would further strengthen the long-standing and friendly relations between Pakistan and Canada. He conveyed his warm regards and greetings for the Canadian leadership and said that he looked forward to working with them to build stronger ties between the two countries.The Prime Minister highlighted mines and minerals as an important area of mutual interest, and said that Barrick Gold’s role in the Reko Diq project would be t...

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Calls on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr

11Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, PAKISTAN NEWS

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Calls on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr

Islamabad, November 11, 2025(News Desk): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr today. The overall security and political situation in the country came under discussion during the meeting.While strongly condemning the recent acts of terrorism, the President and the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s resolve to continue operations against foreign-sponsored terrorists and their facilitators until terrorism is completely eradicated from the country.The two leaders also exchanged views on matters of national importance. Chairman Senate Syed Yousuf Raza Gilani, Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq, and federal ministers Syed Mohsin Raza Naqvi, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, Azam Nazeer Tarar, Khalid Hussain Magsi, and Abdul Al...

Minister of Hajj and Umrah Holds Semiannual Meeting with Heads of Hajj Offices to Review Preparations for 1447 AH Hajj Season

11Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, WORLD

Minister of Hajj and Umrah Holds Semiannual Meeting with Heads of Hajj Offices to Review Preparations for 1447 AH Hajj Season

Jeddah, November 10, 2025(Kamran Raja): Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Dr. Tawfiq Al-Rabiah, held yesterday the semiannual meeting with heads of Hajj offices on the sidelines of the fifth edition of the Hajj Conference and Exhibition. The meeting brought together more than 100 ministers, grand muftis, and heads of Hajj offices from Islamic countries to review preparations for the 1447 AH Hajj season and discuss updates to organizational and operational procedures for serving pilgrims.At the outset, Dr. Al-Rabiah expressed appreciation to the Hajj offices for their efforts and cooperation in ensuring the success of the previous Hajj season, commending those who had already finalized their contracts early this year. He urged the remaining offices to complete their contracting procedures by ...

Fourth Pakistan–China Think Tank Forum Hosted by ISSI

11Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, PAKISTAN NEWS, WORLD

Fourth Pakistan–China Think Tank Forum Hosted by ISSI

Islamabad, 11 November 2025(Kamran Raja): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted the Fourth Pakistan-China Think Tank Forum, in collaboration with the China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations (CICIR). The Forum’s thematic focus was on: “Strategic and Practical Cooperation in a Shifting International and Regional Landscape.” It brought together distinguished scholars, senior diplomats, and academics from China and Pakistan. The CICIR’s team of Chinese scholars was led by Dr. Hu Shisheng. The Forum provided a vital platform for structured dialogue on global developments, regional dynamics, and the deepening of China–Pakistan strategic and practical cooperation, including the second phase of the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC). In the inaugural ple...

Suicide attack near Islamabad District Judicial Complex

11Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, PAKISTAN NEWS

Suicide attack near Islamabad District Judicial Complex

Islamabad 11 November 2025(Kamran Raja): 10 people were killed and 21 injured in a suicide blast near the G-11 courthouse in Islamabad. According to sources, the head of the suicide bomber was also found at the site of the blast. According to sources, a car explosion occurred near the courthouse, the sound of which was heard far and wide.According to police sources, the explosion was a suicide attack and the suicide bomber's head has been found at the scene. Fitna al-Khawarij, an Indian-backed group and a proxy of the Afghan Taliban, was involved in the explosion outside the courthouse. Police say that there was heavy traffic in the courthouse area at the time of the explosion, which also injured the bystanders. The injured have been shifted to PIMS Hospital for immediate medical atten...

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar Calls for Strengthened Multilateralism at 6th Margalla Dialogue

11Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, PAKISTAN NEWS, WORLD

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar Calls for Strengthened Multilateralism at 6th Margalla Dialogue

Islamabad, November 11, 2025(Kamran Raja): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar addressed the inaugural session of the 6th Margalla Dialogue today, commending the Islamabad Policy Research Institute (IPRI) for organizing the event under the timely and thought-provoking theme, “The Future of Global Order: Cooperation or Confrontation.” In his address, the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister underscored the crucial role of multilateralism in an era increasingly defined by unilateralism, polarization, and trade wars. He emphasized that multilateral institutions must be reinforced to effectively tackle global challenges such as climate change, polarization, terrorism, and the erosion of international law and norms.Senator Dar cautioned that these glo...

Over One Million Saudis Trained in Artificial Intelligence Through SDAIA’s National SAMAI Initiative

10Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, WORLD

Over One Million Saudis Trained in Artificial Intelligence Through SDAIA’s National SAMAI Initiative

Riyadh, November 9, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) announced the remarkable success of the One Million Saudis in AI (SAMAI) initiative, which has trained more than one million Saudi citizens, both men and women, in artificial intelligence (AI) skills. Of these participants, 9% are working-age Saudis who have earned AI skills certificates, underscoring the program’s impact on the national workforce. Described as one of the largest AI training initiatives globally, SAMAI has distinguished itself by offering simplified Arabic-language content that surpasses many regional and international programs in accessibility and reach. The initiative’s free access and official certification from SDAIA provide significant academic and market value, setting...

Saudi Arabia Announces Fifth Hajj Conference and Exhibition 2025: “From Makkah to the World” to Showcase Innovation and Heritage

9Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, WORLD

Saudi Arabia Announces Fifth Hajj Conference and Exhibition 2025: “From Makkah to the World” to Showcase Innovation and Heritage

Jeddah, November 8, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, in collaboration with the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah), held a press briefing today to unveil details of the upcoming Fifth Hajj Conference and Exhibition 2025, set to take place in Jeddah from November 9 to 12 under the theme “From Makkah to the World.”Spanning an area of 60,000 square meters and encompassing 18 Hajj-related sectors, this year’s event is expected to welcome over 150,000 visitors, surpassing last year’s 120,000 attendees. The conference will feature 143 specialized sessions, 225 speakers, 270 exhibitors, and 2,400 trainees from around the world.Speaking at the briefing, Dr. Ghassan Alnwaimi, spokesperson for the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, emphasized that the confe...

Pakistan and Iran as two brotherly Muslim Countries share steadfast commitment for global peace and unity of Muslim Ummah: Prime Minister

7Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, PAKISTAN NEWS, WORLD

Pakistan and Iran as two brotherly Muslim Countries share steadfast commitment for global peace and unity of Muslim Ummah: Prime Minister

Islamabad: 7 November 2025(Kamran Raja): H.E Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of Iranian Parliament calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. Speaker of the Parliament, the Islamic Consultative Assembly, of Islamic Republic of Iran, H.E Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf along with delegation calls on Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif. The Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif warmly welcomed the delegation and recalled the cordial bilateral ties with the brotherly Muslim country of Iran. PM reiterated firm commitment of both countries for peaceful means of dialogue and diplomacy for resolution of all outstanding disputes around the world. PM extended utmost reverence to His Eminence, Supreme Leader of Islamic Republic of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President...

ISSI Launches Book on Emerging Technologies and Strategic Stability: “A New Era of Uncertainty”

7Nov

By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments

Latest, PAKISTAN NEWS

ISSI Launches Book on Emerging Technologies and Strategic Stability: “A New Era of Uncertainty”

Islamabad, 6 November 2025(Ghufran): The Arms Control and Disarmament Centre (ACDC) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized the launch of its latest book titled “A New Era of Uncertainty: Emerging Technologies and Strategic Stability.” The event brought together distinguished experts, scholars, and policymakers to discuss the implications of Emerging and Disruptive Technologies (EDTs) for global and regional strategic stability. The launch featured contributions from Air Commodore (Retd) Khalid Banuri, Advisor, Air Headquarters (AHQ); Dr. Mehreen Afzal, Director, GRC; Dr. Zafar Nawaz Jaspal; Major General (R) Ausaf Ali, Advisor, Strategic Plans Division (SPD); Ms. Tanzeela Khalil; and Mr. Zohaib Altaf. Dr. Asma Shakir Khawaja, Executive Director, CISS-AJK, and Dr. ...