Articles tagged with "Islamabad"

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US Vice President JD Vance (R) shakes hands with Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir next to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the Burgenstock luxury hotel complex overlooking Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 21, 2026. (AFP

From Geneva to Islamabad: How Pakistan became the new capital for diplomacy

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's first foreign visit since the US-Iran war highlights Pakistan's growing diplomatic role after Islamabad hosted ceasefire talks, facilitated negotiations and helped establish a roadmap for further US-Iran discussions.

3 DAYS AGO

Photo: Britannica/United Nations Security Council

Islamabad hosts Women-in-Tech forum to strengthen leadership and cross-sector networking

A women-in-tech networking and dialogue forum bringing together professionals from Pakistan’s private, public, and development sectors was held in Islamabad on Wednesday, aiming to address gender gaps in technology leadership and create structured opportunities for mentorship, collaboration, and career development in the digital sector.

June 5, 2026

Cold wave grips Pakistan as dense fog affects daily life

Pakistan faces season’s coldest week as dense fog and frost affect multiple regions, with authorities advising precautions amid reduced visibility and falling temperatures nationwide.

January 9, 2026

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia review regional situation, reaffirm bilateral cooperation

Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister held a phone call to discuss regional developments, exchange new year greetings, express satisfaction over growing bilateral ties, and agree on further strengthening cooperation and long-standing relations.

December 30, 2025

Pakistan announces Islamabad local elections scheduled for February 2026

The Election Commission of Pakistan announces Islamabad’s local government elections schedule, with polling on February 15, 2026. Authorities and top officials are barred from influencing polls.

December 9, 2025

Pakistan PM slams India-backed militants after deadly Islamabad suicide bombing

At least 12 people martyred, dozens injured in suicide blast outside Islamabad judicial complex; PM, interior minister condemn attack, orders investigation, medical care, and security measures.

November 11, 2025

At Margalla Dialogue 2025, Pakistan warns of global order facing historic reckoning

Pakistan Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar says the international system is under severe strain, citing failures of multilateral institutions on Palestine and Kashmir, as Margalla Dialogue 2025 speakers urged renewed cooperation, geoeconomic priorities, and regional connectivity

November 11, 2025

Islamabad set to host multinational parliamentary conference promoting global peace cooperation

Parliamentary delegations from around the world arrive at Islamabad International Airport to participate in the Inter-Parliamentary Speakers’ Conference to be held in Islamabad; the conference aims to promote global peace, cooperation, parliamentary diplomacy, democratic values, and dialogue.

November 10, 2025

Prince Mansour leads Saudi delegation to Pakistan for economic cooperation

Prince Mansour bin Mohammad Al Saud arrived in Islamabad leading a Saudi business delegation to discuss trade, investment, and joint ventures, aiming to strengthen Pakistan-Saudi economic cooperation under Vision 2030 and Pakistan’s growth agenda.

October 7, 2025