Pakistan, Malaysia
On Democracy Day, Pakistan president, PM reaffirm commitment to democratic values
In their messages marking the International Day of Democracy on Sept 15, President Zardari and Prime Minister Sharif said democracy gives citizens a meaningful voice in decisions affecting their lives and holds public authorities accountable.
6 HOURS AGO
Global oil crisis deepens as Ukraine, Iran and Yemen disrupt supplies
Ukraine’s strikes on Russian refineries and the US-Iran war disrupt global oil supplies, while Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb tensions push prices higher, leaving Pakistan little choice but to increase fuel prices.
2 DAYS AGO
‘Glorious chapter’: Remembering Pakistan’s 1965 defense against India
Pakistan marks Sept 6 as Defence and Martyrs’ Day with tributes to its martyrs and veterans, recalling the 1965 war and reaffirming national defense, unity and peace.
September 6, 2026
Pakistan security forces kill 21 terrorists in operations in country's northwest
Security forces kill 21 terrorists in multiple operations across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, while the cumulative toll in border-related operations in North Waziristan since August 31 rises to 25.
September 6, 2026
Pakistan envoy highlights cultural, economic ties with Russia’s Far East
Pakistan's Ambassador to Russia, Faisal Niaz Tirmizi, highlights deep cultural and economic ties with Russia's Far East at EEF 2026, citing shared geography, growing tourism, artist exchanges, and calls for expanded collaboration in trade and connectivity
September 3, 2026
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia target $3 billion agri-food trade in two years
Agreement comes during a visit by Saudi Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture Abdulrahman Al-Fadhli earlier this week, where the two sides discuss expanding cooperation in agriculture, food security, and related investment.
August 30, 2026
KP launches Pakistan’s first sub-national disaster risk reduction policy
Developed in collaboration with the German government and a German development agency, the landmark policy marks a shift from traditional post-disaster response toward proactive, science-based preparedness and risk mitigation.
August 27, 2026
Pakistan says dialogue with Afghanistan depends on 'tangible actions'
Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi says Kabul must fulfil its international commitments, including those under the Doha Framework, and ensure that Afghan soil is not used to perpetrate terrorism against Pakistan.
August 27, 2026
Pakistan calls for stronger UN peacekeeping, rejects mandate cuts
Pakistan urges UN members to strengthen peacekeeping missions, warning that cost-cutting must not weaken mandates, while calling for greater diplomatic efforts, resources and accountability to protect peacekeepers.
August 27, 2026
‘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