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Pakistan Reaffirms Firm Support for One-China Principle at UN Seminar Marking 80th Anniversary of Taiwan’s Recovery
28Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Reaffirms Firm Support for One-China Principle at UN Seminar Marking 80th Anniversary of Taiwan’s Recovery

United Nations, October 27, 2025(Kamran Raja): Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, delivered a statement at the seminar commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Taiwan’s Recovery and Upholding the Authority of General Assembly Resolution 2758, held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Extending warm congratulations to Ambassador Fu Cong, Permanent Representative of the People’s Republic of China, and to the Government and people of China, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar marked the 54th anniversary of the restoration of China’s rightful place in the United Nations through the adoption of General Assembly Resolution 2758. He termed the resolution a landmark event that reaffirmed the principles of sovereignty, dignity, and equality among...
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9th Meeting of the Joint Economic Commission between Pakistan and Bangladesh held in Dhaka
27Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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9th Meeting of the Joint Economic Commission between Pakistan and Bangladesh held in Dhaka

Dhaka Bangladesh, October 27,2025 : The 9th Session of the Pakistan-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) was convened in Dhaka today, after a hiatus of 20 years, marking another important milestone in strengthening bilateral economic and development cooperation between the two countries.The meeting was co-chaired by Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, Federal Minister for Petroleum, Government of Pakistan, and Dr. Salehuddin Ahmed, Advisor for Finance, Government of Bangladesh.At the conclusion of the session, both sides signed the Agreed Minutes of the 9th JEC, reflecting significant progress in multiple areas of mutual interest, including trade, investment and industries, agriculture, transport and communications, education, information technology, banking, health, tourism, energy, clim...
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COAS Calls on His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan; Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen Defence Ties: ISPR
27Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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COAS Calls on His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan; Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen Defence Ties: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 27 October,2025(Kamran Raja): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), who is on an official visit to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, called on His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein, King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces. His Royal Highness Crown Prince Al Hussein bin Abdullah II was also present during the meeting.During the meeting, both dignitaries discussed matters of mutual interest, with particular focus on enhancing bilateral cooperation in defence and security, and exchanged views on regional developments.COAS conveyed warm regards from the people, Government, and Armed Forces of Pakistan to His Majesty the King and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to further strengthenin...
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ISSI hosts Youth Policy Dialogue on Kashmir 2025
27Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI hosts Youth Policy Dialogue on Kashmir 2025

27 October, 2025(Ghufran): India Study Centre at the Institute of Strategic Studies, Islamabad, organised an event “Youth Policy Dialogue on Kashmir 2025” in collaboration with Youth Forum for Kashmir. More than 150 students from across Pakistan took part in the dialogue. They were divided into four committees to discuss and analyse various aspects of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, including Climatic Cost of Kashmir Conflict, Women and Children Rights in Kashmir, Solutions to Resolve Kashmir Conflict, and Arbitrary Detentions. The event was graced by Charge dAffairs Mr. Samir Ahmedli, of the Embassy of Azerbaijan as chief guest, whereas other speakers included Mr. Shah Ghulam Qadir, President PML-N AJK; Ambassador Abdul Basit; Prof. Dr. Muhammad Khan, Department of International Relations,...
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ISSI Hosted a Pre-COP Roundtable Discussion on “Pakistan’s Climate Negotiation Strategy and Preparations for COP-30”
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI Hosted a Pre-COP Roundtable Discussion on “Pakistan’s Climate Negotiation Strategy and Preparations for COP-30”

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(Nosheen): The Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) convened a high-level roundtable discussion titled “Pakistan’s Climate Negotiation Strategy and Preparations for COP-30.” The session brought together senior policymakers, diplomats, and climate experts, including Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, Director General Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI); Ambassador Khalid Mahmood, Chairman Board of Governors ISSI; Mr. Jamil Ahmad, Director, Intergovernmental Affairs at UNEP-Washington; Ms. Nadia Rehman, Member Climate Change, Ministry of Planning, Development and Special Initiatives; Ms. Sadia Munawar, Deputy Director, Ministry of Climate Change; and Ms. Kashmala Kakakhel, climate finance expert.Openi...
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Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb Meets British High Commissioner to Discuss Economic Reforms and Bilateral Cooperation
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb Meets British High Commissioner to Discuss Economic Reforms and Bilateral Cooperation

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(News Desk): H.E. Ms. Jane Marriott CMG OBE, British High Commissioner to Pakistan, called on Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, at the Finance Division today. The Finance Minister welcomed the High Commissioner and expressed appreciation for the United Kingdom’s longstanding development partnership with Pakistan. He conveyed gratitude to the UK Government for its continued support, particularly in the areas of digitalization, public financial management, climate resilience, and technical assistance. Recalling his recent meeting with Baroness Jenny Chapman, UK Minister for International Development and Africa, in Washington D.C., the Finance Minister acknowledged the UK’s valuable contributions, including support for the Digital ...
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Poland Delivers Distinguished Lecture at ISSI on “Poland’s Success Story: A Message for the Rising Countries”
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Poland Delivers Distinguished Lecture at ISSI on “Poland’s Success Story: A Message for the Rising Countries”

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(Ghufran): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) hosted a Distinguished Lecture by H.E. Radosław Sikorski, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Poland, on the theme “Poland’s Success Story: A Message for the Rising Countries.” The event was organized by the Centre for Strategic Perspectives (CSP) at ISSI, in collaboration with the Polish Institute of International Affairs (PISM). The lecture brought together diplomats, policymakers, academics, and representatives from think tanks, civil society, and the media to discuss Poland’s remarkable transformation and its relevance for developing and rising nations. Earlier in the day, ISSI and PISM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Ministry of Foreign Affair...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Qatari Minister of Commerce and Industry to Advance Bilateral Cooperation
24Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Meets Qatari Minister of Commerce and Industry to Advance Bilateral Cooperation

Islamabad, 24 October 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif received H.E. Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al Thani, Minister of Commerce and Industry of the State of Qatar, who is visiting Pakistan to co-chair the 6th Session of the Pakistan–Qatar Joint Ministerial Commission (JMC). The Prime Minister expressed satisfaction over the positive trajectory of Pakistan–Qatar relations, anchored in shared faith, values, and mutual respect. He appreciated Qatar’s role as an important partner and an influential regional mediator. Underscoring the importance of enhancing bilateral trade and investment cooperation, the Prime Minister highlighted opportunities in energy, agriculture, food security, information technology, tourism, and infrastructure development. He also emphasi...
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Pakistan-China Institute Becomes First Pakistani Institution to Sign MoU on Green Development with China
23Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan-China Institute Becomes First Pakistani Institution to Sign MoU on Green Development with China

Beijing, 23 October 2025(News Desk): The Pakistan-China Institute (PCI), the country’s preeminent think tank dedicated to promoting Pakistan-China relations, has become the first Pakistani institution to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Green Development with China. The MoU was signed in Beijing between the Pakistan-China Institute (PCI) and the Belt and Road Initiative Green Development Coalition (BRIGDC), marking a significant milestone in Pakistan-China cooperation on environmental protection and climate change. Under this groundbreaking agreement, both sides will collaborate closely to promote green and low-carbon cooperation between China and Pakistan under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), particularly through the BRI International Green Development Coal...
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