A report published by The Hindu has detailed lobbying efforts undertaken on India’s behalf in the United States (US) during the four-day India Pakistan conflict following the Pahalgam incident. The disclosure has renewed questions about New Delhi’s consistent denial of any US role in easing the crisis. According to filings made under the US Foreign […]
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US action against Venezuela raises global concerns
The reported detention of Venezuela President Nicolás Maduro and his transfer to the United States (US) has triggered widespread international concern about sovereignty and the use of force. Images circulating of the operation have intensified debate over Washington’s approach to regime change and the future of international norms. Read More: UN alarmed as Venezuela crisis tests global […]
Ishaq Dar to visit China for seventh Pakistan-China strategic dialogue
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar is set to visit Beijing to co-chair the seventh round of the Pakistan-China Foreign Ministers’ Strategic Dialogue, scheduled for January 4, 2026, the Foreign Office (FO) said on Wednesday. The visit will take place at the invitation of Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. Read More: Pakistan reaffirms […]
Palau agrees to take migrants from US under $7.5m deal
The Pacific island nation of Palau has agreed to accept up to 75 non-American migrants from the United States under a bilateral agreement that includes $7.5 million in US financial support, officials from both countries said on Wednesday. The deal comes as Washington steps up deportations under President Donald Trump’s renewed push to curb undocumented […]
Pakistan secures warmer tone from Trump in second term: FP
Pakistan has quietly become one of the more successful architects of its own reset with Washington in President Donald Trump’s second term, a Foreign Policy Deep Dive says, crediting a mix of cultivated personal chemistry, targeted cooperation on counterterrorism, and strategic economic pitches that match the new US administration’s priorities. President Trump hosted Army Chief […]
Shehbaz Sharif calls Indonesian president’s visit ‘productive’, highlights 75 years of relations
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif described his meeting with Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as “extremely productive and gratifying” on Tuesday. The leaders pledged to expand bilateral trade and cooperation in sectors including health, education, culture, and vocational training. Several memoranda of understanding were signed to formalize the agreements. Read More: Indonesian president in Islamabad for key talks […]
Drivers of Foreign Policy
For a developing country such as Pakistan, the academic definition of the foreign policy – a country’s internal dynamics dictate the contours of its external dealings – has submitted to the contrary delineation. That is, factors external to Pakistan shape its internal (domestic) policy. The year 2025 remained eventful. The rise of Donald Trump in […]
U.S. sanctions force India to ditch $33B Russian oil contracts
India has finally yielded to U.S. pressure, deciding to stop buying Russian oil, ending a decade-long trade agreement. Reliance Industries, owned by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, will no longer import Russian crude. The move follows threats of high U.S. tariffs affecting India’s trade relations. The U-turn means Reliance will now source expensive oil from the Middle […]
Pakistan-US ties strong but can deepen, says envoy
WASHINGTON: Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States, Rizwan Shaikh, said relations between the two countries have strengthened under the Trump administration, though there is potential for deeper engagement. Speaking at a symposium organised by Pakistani students at Georgetown University, he described the relationship as “never been so good looking” while acknowledging the need for more […]
Pakistan emerges as regional diplomatic leader, Foreign Media says
Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts have earned widespread praise for effectiveness and balance. Foreign Policy called Pakistan the “diplomatic victor of the region.” Islamabad reshaped its global image through strategic and careful foreign policy in recent months. Analysts say this shows Pakistan’s growing influence in world affairs. In the past six months, Pakistan reached new milestones with […]