Category: Pakistan

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Governor Faisal Karim Kundi has said that the children of PTI founder Imran Khan are not above the law and will face legal action if they try to act outside its bounds, just like any ordinary citizen. Speaking to Geo News, Kundi commented on recent PTI protests, calling them unsuccessful. He noted that holding peaceful demonstrations was everyone’s right, including the children of the PTI founder — Sulaiman and Kasim — but added that “if they cross the legal line, the law will take its course.” “PTI founder’s children…

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has assured Pakistan of addressing visa-related concerns as the two countries discussed boosting cooperation in different fields. The development came as Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Lt General Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan during his official visit to the Gulf country. Naqvi was warmly received at the UAE Ministry of Interior, where he was given a guard of honour. The interior minister was introduced to senior officials of the ministry before engaging in detailed discussions on…

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Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar said on Friday that India’s aggressive regional policies are contributing to its growing diplomatic isolation on the international stage. Speaking at an event hosted by the Pakistan High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, Dar, who also holds the portfolio of foreign minister, criticised India’s recent suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) and termed the act as strange move. Pakistan and India engaged in military conflict in May this year, wherein the nuclear-armed rivals used missiles, drones, and artillery fire during the four-day fighting — their…

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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Army’s top military leadership has reiterated their resolve to take “decisive and holistic actions” against India-backed and sponsored proxies operating against the nation, a statement issued by the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) said on Thursday. The stance emerged during the 271st Corps Commanders’ Conference (CCC), held in Rawalpindi under the chairmanship of Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Army Staff (COAS), who observed that India is intensifying its actions against Pakistan following its recent defeat in the war. Pakistan and India went to war in May…

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PID Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday ordered urgent revamping of the National Tariff Commission’s legal, administrative, and other institutional powers and responsibilities to enhance its performance. The prime minister, chairing a review meeting on the performance of the National Tariff Commission, instructed for third-party review of the NTC’s recent performance and remodelling the organisation on modern lines to meet the requirements of the new tariff regime effectively. He said that the NTC should be cognisant of all ground realities related to domestic business, imports, exports, and markets. The automated…

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Qatari royal Sheikha Asma Al Thani called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday, who recently summited Nanga Parbat — the world’s ninth-highest mountain located in the Gilgit Baltistan region known as the formidable “Killer Mountain”. Felicitating Asma Al Thani on her achievement, the PM praised her for her remarkable courage, resilience, and determination and commended her for being a source of inspiration for women and young girls across the world, especially in promoting gender empowerment through adventure and high-altitude sports. Formally appointing the mountaineer as the country’s Brand Ambassador…

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Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) Senator Irfan Siddiqui claimed on Thursday that PTI founder Imran Khan wants to bring his sons into politics, saying that their Pakistan visit will not cause any political upheaval. “No storm will come if his children come to Pakistan,” Siddiqui said while downplaying PTI’s announcement that Qasim and Suleiman will join the party’s anti-government movement. Siddiqui’s remarks come just days after Imran’s sister Aleema Khan had said that the PTI founder’s UK-based sons, Qasim and Suleiman, plan to join an upcoming PTI protest movement. Talking to…

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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkiye on Wednesday pledged to increase bilateral cooperation in various key sectors — including defence, trade, energy, culture, education, and infrastructure — aiming to enhance the trade volume to $5 billion. During a joint press conference of Deputy Prime Minister (DPM) Ishaq Dar with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, the two countries expressed satisfaction over the ongoing progress of the 12 joint standing committees established under the High-Level Strategic Cooperation Council (HLSCC). Turkish enterprises, says DPM Dar By APP July 09, 2025 Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (left)…

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Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman and former foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari categorically rejected the India’s allegations of patronising terrorist groups, saying that the country had successfully cleared the rigorous FATF process. In an interview with Indian journalist Karan Thapar, Bilawal said: “Pakistan does not willingly permit […] the groups you mentioned or any group to conduct terrorist attacks outside of Pakistan but also within Pakistan.” rigorous FATF process By TN Web Desk July 09, 2025 Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari addresses a press conference. — AFP/File Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP)…

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A top Pakistani delegation is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to boost cooperation on digital governance and reform, as part of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s push to modernise institutions and improve public service delivery. Bilal Azhar Kayani, Minister of State for Finance and Railways and Head of the Prime Minister’s Delivery Unit, is leading the delegation. The visit is being held under the framework of the UAE Government’s Experience Exchange Programme (EEP). It aligns with the Government of Pakistan’s broader agenda to accelerate institutional reforms, enhance service delivery, and…

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