Pakistan Signs 13 International Mineral Deals to Boost Exploration and Local Processing

Pakistan has signed 13 mineral cooperation agreements with international companies and foreign partners to attract investment, expand mineral exploration and establish local processing industries. The initiative aims to reduce the country’s reliance on exporting raw minerals and encourage greater domestic value addition. The agreements were announced during the concluding session of the Pakistan Minerals Investment…

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PM Shehbaz Sharif and Liu Haixing Discuss Stronger Pakistan-China Bilateral Ties

Pakistan and China have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, expanding political cooperation and deepening strategic ties during a series of high-level meetings in Islamabad and Rawalpindi. The discussions involved senior leaders and officials from both countries and covered areas of mutual interest, regional security and international developments. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met Liu…

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ISPR Expresses Cautious Optimism Over Pakistan’s Mediation Efforts in Iran-US Talks

Pakistan’s military has expressed cautious optimism about Islamabad’s diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and the United States. Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) Director General Lieutenant General Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry said repeated visits by Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir to Tehran reflected positive signs in Pakistan’s mediation…

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Asim Munir’s Iran Visit Raises Hopes for Renewed US-Iran Peace Talks

Pakistan has stepped up diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and the United States, as Iranian leaders have stressed that Washington must take concrete steps to rebuild Tehran’s trust before negotiations can resume. Field Marshal Asim Munir’s visit to Tehran comes amid wider international efforts to prevent renewed hostilities and revive diplomatic engagement. During…

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Russia Offers to Help Ease Pakistan-Afghanistan Tensions Amid Security Concerns

Russia has expressed its willingness to help ease tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan as deteriorating relations between the two neighbouring countries continue to raise concerns about cross-border terrorism, regional stability and trade. Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Albert Khorev said Moscow was concerned about the growing friction between Islamabad and Kabul and was ready to contribute…

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Pakistan’s Saudi Troop Pledge Raises Questions Over Parliament’s Role in Defence Decisions

Pakistan’s commitment to provide additional military support to Saudi Arabia has sparked questions about parliamentary oversight and the decision-making process behind major defence and foreign policy commitments. The development follows renewed security tensions in the region and closer military coordination between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. According to the provided report, the countries have agreed…

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UN Chief António Guterres Arrives in Pakistan for Two-Day Official Visit

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has arrived in Islamabad for a two-day official visit to Pakistan from October 6 to 8, following an invitation from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. The UN chief was received upon arrival by Acting Foreign Secretary Ambassador Nabeel Munir, according to Pakistan’s Foreign Office. During his visit,…

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Field Marshal Asim Munir Visits POF Wah, Reviews Defence Production

RAWALPINDI: Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir on Saturday visited Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF) Wah, where he reviewed the organisation’s defence production capabilities, export potential and efforts to strengthen Pakistan’s indigenous defence industry. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), the army chief received a detailed briefing on POF’s activities and its contribution to Pakistan’s defence…

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Balochistan’s Future Is Pakistan’s Future, Says CDF Asim Munir

Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), has said that Balochistan and Pakistan have a shared present and future, stressing that the relationship will remain strong and permanent. He made the remarks during a meeting with prominent personalities and political leaders from Balochistan, where discussions focused on the province’s security, development, political…

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Makkah Defence Pact Wins Broad Political Support in Pakistan

Pakistan’s Makkah Joint Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia and Türkiye has received broad political support, with major political leaders describing the trilateral arrangement as an important step toward strengthening collective security and cooperation among Muslim countries. PPP Chairman Bilawal Bhutto Zardari welcomed the agreement, saying the pact would strengthen Pakistan’s defence capabilities while contributing to…

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