Day: March 5, 2025

Afghanistan’s Spokesperson Mujahid Blames UNAMA for UN’s Negative Perception of Afghanistan

Spokesperson Mujahid accuses UNAMA of exaggerating negative issues and ignoring Afghanistan’s progress ahead of a UN meeting.

Taiwan Vows Most Advanced Technology Will Not Go To US Under $100bn Trump Deal

Taiwan vows to keep its most advanced chip technology onshore amid TSMC’s $100bn US deal with Trump, sparking security concerns.

China Strikes Back, Targets U.S. Agriculture Says It Won’t Be Bullied by Fresh Trump Tariffs

China retaliates against U.S. tariffs with $21B in levies on American goods, escalating trade tensions with new curbs.

Hong Kong Billionaire to Sell Panama Canal Ports To US Firm After Trump Threats

CK Hutchison of Hong Kong to sell Panama Canal Ports in a $22.8bn deal to BlackRock-led group amid US-China tensions.

Putin Agrees To Help Trump Communicate With Iran on Nuclear Issue

Trump seeks help of Putin to mediate nuclear talks with Iran, signaling a shift in US foreign policy toward diplomacy.

Trump Thanks Pakistan For Apprehending Kabul Airport Bomber

US, with help of Pakistan, arrests Kabul airport bomber behind 2021 attack, boosting counterterror ties amid shifting dynamics.

Pakistan-IMF Talks Begin For $7 Billion Loan Review

Pakistan and IMF begin talks on $7 Billion loan review, focusing on economic reforms, fiscal discipline, and tax measures.

Starlink Moves Closer to Launch in Pakistan as Registration Process Begins

PTA confirms registration process of Starlink in Pakistan, aiming to expand satellite internet access in remote areas.

Security Forces Foil Attack On Bannu Cantonment: Interior Ministry

Security forces foiled a major TTP attack on Bannu Cantonment, killing six terrorists and preventing mass casualties.

IMF Warns Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery at Risk Amid Possible Trade Union Strikes

IMF warns Sri Lanka’s economic recovery is at risk as trade union strikes loom over budget cuts to government benefits.