PTV Network
Saqib Tanveer

Saqib Tanveer

Editor-in-Chief | Pakistan TV Digital | 15 years in journalism, covering elections, foreign policy, security and disinformation in Pakistan and the wider Global South. Host of South Speaks with Saqib. X: @SaqibTanveer

▶Western governments, not publics, have ‘woken up’ to Israel: Former UN official

Western governments, not publics, have ‘woken up’ to Israel: Former UN official

Western governments are now catching up with public concerns over Israel’s conduct in Gaza and the occupied West Bank, former UN official Andrew Whitley says, citing Britain’s recent policy shift and settlement restrictions.

7 HOURS AGO

▶‘Why not?’: Symmetry Group CEO says Pakistan can produce an AI unicorn

‘Why not?’: Symmetry Group CEO says Pakistan can produce an AI unicorn

Pakistan can produce an AI unicorn by focusing on applications instead of AI models. Its large population, $4 billion IT exports, planned $1 billion AI investment, and fintech success provide opportunities to expand globally.

A DAY AGO

▶Pakistan ‘more resilient’ to Hormuz shock than 2022 oil crisis: Moody's

Pakistan ‘more resilient’ to Hormuz shock than 2022 oil crisis: Moody's

Moody’s says Pakistan is more resilient to the Strait of Hormuz shock than in 2022, citing lower inflation, stable exchange rates and higher reserves.

2 DAYS AGO

India’s boycott ‘does not vacate’ IWT jurisdiction, says international water security expert

India’s boycott ‘does not vacate’ IWT jurisdiction, says international water security expert

David Michel says India’s refusal to participate does not remove the arbitration court’s jurisdiction over the Indus Waters Treaty dispute.

6 DAYS AGO

SCO ‘mini world organization’ focused on cooperation, not defense: Ambassador

SCO ‘mini world organization’ focused on cooperation, not defense: Ambassador

As Pakistan assumes the SCO chairmanship, its envoy to Kyrgyzstan highlights the bloc’s broad cooperation agenda and regional connectivity potential.

August 31, 2026

▶Makkah pact signals ‘new regional order’: Ex-US official who resigned over Gaza

Makkah pact signals ‘new regional order’: Ex-US official who resigned over Gaza

Former US State Department official Annelle Sheline says the Makkah pact reflects declining Gulf confidence in Washington’s security role.

August 27, 2026

▶‘Using women for propaganda,’ analyst breaks down BLA's media strategy

‘Using women for propaganda,’ analyst breaks down BLA's media strategy

Says BLA strategically uses women in high-profile attacks for propaganda, recruitment and messaging targeting disaffected Baloch youth.

August 26, 2026

‘Pakistan presidency will add credibility to SCO,’ former foreign secretary says

‘Pakistan presidency will add credibility to SCO,’ former foreign secretary says

​The SCO brings together major Asian powers, with Pakistan set to assume its rotating chairmanship in September.

August 25, 2026

▶CDF is reliable partner for all sides: Analyst on Munir's Tehran visit

CDF is reliable partner for all sides: Analyst on Munir's Tehran visit

Analyst says CDF Asim Munir's Tehran visit highlights Pakistan's role as Islamabad pursues dialogue between Washington and Tehran.

August 24, 2026

▶Pakistan-Türkiye defense cooperation would increase strategic autonomy of both: Researcher

Pakistan-Türkiye defense cooperation would increase strategic autonomy of both: Researcher

Turkish researcher Gloria Shkurti Özdemir says Islamabad and Ankara can expand technology sharing, joint production and defense industrial cooperation, drawing on Türkiye’s experience in developing domestic capabilities after relying on foreign suppliers.

August 20, 2026