Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit North Korea from June 8 to 9, marking his first trip to the country in nearly seven years as Beijing moves to strengthen relations with its long-time ally. Read More: Trump praises China’s Xi over handling of North Korea According to Chinese state media, Xi will travel to Pyongyang at the invitation […]
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Pakistan and Iran discuss regional tensions
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Iran have reaffirmed the importance of diplomacy and regional stability during a telephone conversation between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Read More: Iran asks Pakistan to keep mediation channel open as US talks stall According to Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the two leaders discussed bilateral relations and […]
Trump claims Iran agrees to abandon nuclear weapons
US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran has agreed not to develop nuclear weapons, describing the assurance as a key condition for any future agreement between Washington and Tehran. His remarks came as reports suggested that the United States had returned a revised proposal containing tougher terms, potentially extending negotiations aimed at securing a […]
Mohsin Naqvi visits Tehran amid stalled US-Iran negotiations
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi arrived in Tehran on an important diplomatic visit as negotiations between the United States and Iran remain stalled over key regional and security issues. Diplomatic sources said the visit aimed to strengthen communication between regional stakeholders while encouraging renewed momentum in the sensitive negotiation process. Moreover, Pakistan is expected to explore […]
Pakistan Bangladesh deepen ties through trade cooperation talks
Pakistan and Bangladesh agreed to strengthen bilateral relations by expanding cooperation in trade, cultural exchange, and economic development during a high-level meeting between senior officials from both countries. The discussions focused on improving regional connectivity and increasing people-to-people contact through delegation exchanges. Moreover, both sides emphasized long-term collaboration for mutual economic benefit. Federal Interior Minister […]
Ahsan Iqbal links regional role to national strength
Federal Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has said Pakistan’s growing relevance in regional affairs is closely connected to its recent strategic and diplomatic positioning, stressing that long-term national progress now depends on economic strength and development. Read More: Ahsan Iqbal stresses engineers’ role in Pakistan’s progress Addressing an event at the Lahore Chamber of […]
Iran envoy sees possible regional realignment after war
Iran Ambassador to Pakistan, Dr Reza Amiri Moghadam, has said the Middle East and surrounding region col experience fresh political realignment once the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel comes to an end. Read More: Pakistan, Iran and the Discipline of Economic Peace Speaking at a roundtable organised by the Centre for International Strategic Studies […]
Saudi Arabia backs Pakistani mediation amid Iran US tensions
Saudi Arabia has called for restraint and renewed diplomatic engagement amid rising tensions between the United States and Iran, urging all sides to support mediation efforts led by Pakistan. The Saudi Foreign Ministry stressed that dialogue remains essential to prevent further escalation that could destabilize the wider region and global economy. In its statement shared […]
Pakistan strongly condemned attacks on UAE, urges ceasefire respect
Pakistan has strongly condemned the recent missile and drone attacks targeting the United Arab Emirates (UAE), with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressing solidarity with the Emirati leadership and calling for respect for the ongoing regional ceasefire. Read More: Pakistan national killed in UAE missile strike In an official statement, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif denounced the strikes carried out […]
Pakistan receives Iranian crew after US seizure
Twenty-two crew members from a seized Iranian vessel were evacuated to Pakistan, officials confirmed Monday. The move reflects coordination between Pakistan, the United States, and Iran amid regional tensions. The development highlights Pakistan’s role in mediation and affects diplomatic engagement in the region. Pakistan’s Foreign Office said the crew of the Iranian container ship “MV […]