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Pakistan and Russia Strengthen Energy Partnership at 14th St. Petersburg International Gas Forum 2025
13Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan and Russia Strengthen Energy Partnership at 14th St. Petersburg International Gas Forum 2025

St. Petersburg, Russia-October 2025(News Desk): Federal Minister for Petroleum, Mr. Ali Pervaiz Malik, undertook a significant visit to Russia, where he participated in the 14th St. Petersburg International Gas Forum (SPIGF) 2025 and held a series of high-level meetings aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation in the oil, gas, and minerals sectors.Leading the Pakistani delegation at the prestigious global energy event, Minister Malik addressed a high-level plenary session titled “Gas Market 2025–2035: New Contours in a Fast-Moving Environment.” He presented Pakistan’s comprehensive energy sector reforms and outlined the investor-friendly policies introduced under the leadership of Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, emphasizing Pakistan’s commitment to sustainable growth and intern...
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Armed Forces of Pakistan Repel Unprovoked Cross-Border Assault;(200) FAK terrorists have been neutralized: ISPR
12Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Armed Forces of Pakistan Repel Unprovoked Cross-Border Assault;(200) FAK terrorists have been neutralized: ISPR

Rawalpindi, 12 October 2025(Kamran Raja): On the night of 11–12 October 2025, Afghan Taliban fighters together with Indian-sponsored Fitna al Khawarij (FAK) launched an unprovoked assault against Pakistan along the Pak–Afghan border. The cowardly action — which included indirect fire and a small number of physical raids — was aimed at destabilizing border areas to facilitate terrorism and further the nefarious designs of these groups.Exercising Pakistan’s inherent right of self-defence, the alert Armed Forces of Pakistan decisively repelled the assault along the entire border. Precision fires, targeted strikes and physical raids were directed against Taliban camps and posts, terrorist training facilities and support networks operating from Afghan territory, including elements linked to...
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ISSI Hosts Former Naval Chief Admiral (R) Zafar Mahmood Abbasi for Thought Leaders Forum on “Maritime Security and Blue Economy”
10Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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ISSI Hosts Former Naval Chief Admiral (R) Zafar Mahmood Abbasi for Thought Leaders Forum on “Maritime Security and Blue Economy”

Islamabad, October 10, 2025(Nosheen): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) organized the latest edition of its Thought Leaders Forum (TLF), featuring former Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral (R) Zafar Mahmood Abbasi NI(M), as the keynote speaker. The session, titled “Maritime Security and Blue Economy,” provided a comprehensive perspective on Pakistan’s maritime challenges, opportunities, and strategic imperatives.In his welcome remarks, Director General ISSI Ambassador Sohail Mahmood stated that the session aimed to complement the Institute’s earlier TLF discussions held in the backdrop of the May 2025 India-Pakistan conflict by focusing on the vital role of naval power. He underscored Pakistan’s geo-economic and geo-strategic relevance, emphasizing the need to address ...
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TAQEEM Declares the Opening of an IVSC Office in Riyadh
9Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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TAQEEM Declares the Opening of an IVSC Office in Riyadh

Riyadh, October 09, 2025(Kamran Raja): The Saudi Authority of Accredited Valuers (TAQEEM) announced the official opening of the International Valuation Standards Council (IVSC) regional office in Riyadh, marking a major milestone in strengthening high-quality valuation standards across the Middle East and Africa.The establishment of the new office, supported by TAQEEM as the strategic partner and primary backer of the council, underscores Saudi Arabia’s leading role in advancing the valuation profession and promoting international best practices in the region.The Riyadh regional office will enhance the IVSC’s presence in the Middle East and Africa, serving as a platform to engage with local and regional stakeholders, support the adoption of International Valuation Standards (IVS), ...
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Saudi Delegation Explores New Investment Opportunities in Pakistan
9Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Saudi Delegation Explores New Investment Opportunities in Pakistan

Islamabad, October 8 (Kamran Raja): A high-level Saudi trade delegation led by Prince Mansour bin Mohammed Al Saud attended the Saudi–Pakistan Joint Business Council meeting in Islamabad on Wednesday.The session focused on increasing trade and investment between the two countries, in line with Saudi Vision 2030 and Pakistan’s investment-led growth strategy.The meeting was organized with the support of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) and the Ministry of Commerce (Pakistan). The Saudi delegation included senior business leaders from key sectors such as energy, minerals, agriculture, livestock, construction, infrastructure, tourism, and real estate. Pakistani business leaders and private companies also participated.Pakistani ministers and officials briefed the d...
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Pakistan–Saudi Arabia Parliamentary Friendship Group Meets Saudi Shura Council Delegation
7Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan–Saudi Arabia Parliamentary Friendship Group Meets Saudi Shura Council Delegation

Islamabad, October 7, 2025 (Kamran Raja): The Pakistan–Saudi Arabia Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG), chaired by Federal Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Sardar Muhammad Yousaf Zaman, held a meeting with a visiting delegation of the Saudi Shura Council at the Parliament House, Islamabad.The Saudi delegation was led by Eng. Khaled Abdullah Al Buraik and included Mr. Ahmed Abdulrahman, Dr. Ebtisam Abdullah Al Jubair, and senior officials of the Shura Council. Members of the National Assembly Mr. Mujahid Ali, Syed Hafeezuddin, Ms. Zeb Jaffar, Ms. Sehar Kamran, Ms. Shagufta Jumani, and Mr. Muhammad Usman Badini attended the meeting.Welcoming the delegation, Sardar Muhammad Yousaf Zaman said the visit reflects the deep-rooted brotherhood and partnership between ...
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Joint Statement Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan
7Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Joint Statement Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan

Moscow, October 7, 2025(Kamran Raja):The seventh meeting of the Moscow Format Consultations on Afghanistan was held in Moscow on October 7, 2025. The meeting brought together special representatives and senior officials from Afghanistan, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. A delegation from Belarus attended the meeting as a guest.For the first time, the Afghan delegation participated as a full member, led by Foreign Minister Amir Khan Mottaqi.The participating countries reaffirmed their strong support for a stable, independent, united, and peaceful Afghanistan. They highlighted the importance of expanding economic and trade relations and encouraging investment cooperation between Afghanistan, regional countries, and the internat...
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Pakistan Calls for Inclusion of Kashmiri and Palestinian Women in Global Peace and Security Agenda
7Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Pakistan Calls for Inclusion of Kashmiri and Palestinian Women in Global Peace and Security Agenda

United Nations, October 6, 2025(Kamran Raja): As the world marks twenty-five years since the adoption of the landmark UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace and Security, Pakistan today urged the United Nations Security Council to address the plight of women living under foreign occupation, particularly in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK) and Palestine. Speaking at the UN Security Council’s open debate on Women, Peace and Security, Counsellor Saima Saleem of Pakistan’s Mission to the United Nations drew attention to the grave suffering of these women, “from Gaza’s bombed maternity wards to Kashmir’s silenced villages,” emphasizing that “impunity and occupation are diminishing these women in global discourse.” Counsellor Saleem regretted that the latest repor...
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Holds Wide-Ranging Talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya
6Oct By The Pakistan TimesNo Comments
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif Holds Wide-Ranging Talks with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim in Putrajaya

Putrajaya, 6 October 2025(Kamran Raja): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, who is currently on an official visit to Malaysia, met with the Prime Minister of Malaysia, His Excellency Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim, at Perdana Putra in Putrajaya today. Upon arrival, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was accorded a warm official welcome, followed by a restricted meeting between the two leaders and subsequent delegation-level talks under their leadership. The Prime Minister thanked his Malaysian counterpart for the exceptionally warm welcome and gracious hospitality extended to him and his delegation. During their highly constructive and productive discussions, the two leaders expressed satisfaction over the steady progress in bilateral cooperation since Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s visit to Paki...
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