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Punjab deploys drones in Rawalpindi to monitor traffic violations in real time
Rawalpindi has become one of the first major cities in Punjab to introduce drone surveillance for real-time monitoring of traffic violations, as authorities move toward technology-driven enforcement to reduce road accidents and improve safety standards. The initiative is being rolled out in the city’s busiest and most congested zones, where traditional policing struggles to keep […]
PM Seeks Expanded Turkish Investment in Pakistan’s Energy Sector Amid Deepening Bilateral Cooperation
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has invited Turkish companies to expand their investment footprint in Pakistan’s energy sector, underscoring the government’s commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Türkiye through strategic economic collaboration. He made the remarks during a meeting with Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar, who called on him at the PM […]
FM Aurangzeb Calls for Urgent Action on Climate Change and Population Growth at Pakistan Population Summit
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has underscored the urgent need for Pakistan to confront the dual challenges of climate change and rapid population growth, describing them as critical barriers to unlocking the nation’s full economic and developmental potential. Speaking at the Pakistan Population Summit in Islamabad, the minister highlighted that meaningful progress requires collective responsibility, strategic […]
Ishaq Dar Urges Muslim Countries to Unite Against Terrorism, Calls for Stronger Ummah Solidarity
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar has called on Muslim nations to unite against terrorism and reinforce harmony within the Muslim Ummah. Speaking at the concluding ceremony of the First International Qira’at Competition in Islamabad, Dar emphasized the need for collective strength, shared purpose and stronger religious guidance to confront growing global […]
Pakistan Consolidates Macroeconomic Gains, Says Finance Minister Aurangzeb
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb has said that Pakistan is steadily consolidating its macroeconomic gains, with key indicators showing promising improvements across multiple productive sectors. Speaking at an event in Islamabad, the minister outlined the country’s progress in restoring economic stability and accelerating sectoral growth. He highlighted that cement, fertilizer, automobiles, mobile phones and large-scale manufacturing […]
Pakistan and Bangladesh Move Toward Stronger Maritime Partnership
Pakistan and Bangladesh have taken a significant step toward strengthening regional maritime cooperation following a high-level meeting between Federal Minister for Maritime Affairs Junaid Anwar Chaudhry and Bangladesh’s Shipping Advisor in London. The discussion signaled a renewed commitment from both sides to enhance maritime connectivity, expand commercial engagement and collaborate at global forums. During the […]
Pakistan to Host ASOCIO Digital Summit 2026
Pakistan has secured a significant milestone on the regional technology map as it prepares to host the ASOCIO Digital Summit 2026, one of the most influential digital forums across Asia and Oceania. The announcement was made during the ASOCIO Digital Summit 2025 in Chinese Taipei, marking a major moment for Pakistan’s tech community. The Pakistan […]
Pakistan and Nigeria Vow to Deepen Economic and Business Cooperation
Pakistan and Nigeria have reiterated their commitment to expanding economic ties, with a particular focus on strengthening business-to-business collaboration across mining, renewable energy and industrial development. The reaffirmation came during a meeting between Federal Finance Minister Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb and a 13-member Nigerian delegation in Islamabad. The visiting delegation, led by Federal Commissioner Imo Effiong […]
Deputy PM Ishaq Dar Holds Talks with EU Council President Antonio Costa
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar met European Union Council President Antonio Costa in Brussels, where both sides reaffirmed their satisfaction with the upward momentum in Pakistan-EU relations. The meeting, according to the Foreign Office, highlighted growing cooperation across key political and economic areas. Dar acknowledged the European Union’s longstanding bilateral and multilateral […]
Pakistan, UK to boost cooperation on online harassment, human trafficking
Pakistan and the United Kingdom have agreed to strengthen joint efforts against online child harassment and human trafficking, marking a renewed phase of bilateral security coordination. The understanding was reached during a meeting between Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi and Graeme Biggar, Director General of the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA). British High Commissioner Jane Marriott, […]