The 6th Central Asia-China foreign ministers’ meeting focused on trade, cooperation, and global challenges in Almaty.
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Iran and Azerbaijan Open New Chapter in Trade, Transport, and Energy Cooperation
Iran and Azerbaijan strengthen ties through new agreements, boosting trade, energy, and transport cooperation.
![ICJ hears case on Israel's obligations to UN, aid groups, and third states in occupied Palestine amid Gaza crisis. [Image via AP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ap25118301840469-320x179.webp)
ICJ Investigates Israel’s Actions Against UNRWA and International Law Violations in Palestine
ICJ hears case on Israel’s obligations to UN, aid groups, and third states in occupied Palestine amid Gaza crisis.
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Pakistan and UAE Sign MoU to Enhance Date Palm Exports and Agricultural Ties
Pakistan aims to boost $50M date palm exports with UAE help; scientist honored for tissue culture innovation.
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Israel Targets Missile Site in Beirut’s Dahieh, Violating Ceasefire Agreement
Israel strikes Hezbollah target in Beirut’s southern suburbs, escalating tensions despite ceasefire agreement.
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Iran Port Explosion: Death Toll Climbs to 28, Hundreds Injured at Bandar Abbas
Deadly explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port kills 28, injures 700; cause linked to chemical storage, fire ongoing.
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Pakistan, Turkey Call for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire and Independent Palestinian State
Shehbaz, Erdogan urge Gaza ceasefire, push for Palestine state, and boost Pakistan-Turkiye economic, defense ties.
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China, Saudi Arabia Sign MoU to Boost Nuclear Security Cooperation
China and Saudi Arabia sign MoU to boost nuclear safety, deepen cooperation at first China-GCC nuclear technology forum.
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Pakistan, UAE Sign Multiple MoUs To Boost Bilateral Ties
Pakistan and UAE sign multiple MoUs to boost trade, investment, and cultural cooperation during UAE FM’s visit.
![PM Shehbaz visits Ankara to boost Pakistan-Turkiye ties, discuss trade, regional issues with President Erdogan. [Image via AFP/File]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/4594586-1754294809-320x179.webp)
Pakistan, Türkiye to Boost Economic, Regional Cooperation on Shehbaz Sharif’s Visit to Ankara
PM Shehbaz visits Ankara to boost Pakistan-Turkiye ties, discuss trade, regional issues with President Erdogan.