UK vows economic support to help grow Pakistan’s economy to $2 trillion, says Jane Marriott at Islamabad Business Summit.
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Russia’s Supreme Court Suspends Taliban’s Terrorist Designation
Russia suspends terrorist designation of Taliban after 20 years, aiming to boost ties with Afghanistan’s de facto rulers.
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Saudi Defense Minister Lands in Tehran Ahead of Rome Talks
Two days before Iran-US nuclear negotiations in Rome, Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman makes a high-level visit to Tehran.
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Pakistan Urges Iran to Probe Brutal Murder of 8 Nationals in Mehrestan
Pakistan seeks Iran’s help after brutal murder of eight Pakistani nationals in Mehrestan; probe and repatriation underway.
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US and Saudi Arabia Set to Sign Civil Nuclear Cooperation Agreement
US, Saudi Arabia to sign preliminary agreement on civil nuclear cooperation to advance Riyadh’s energy goals.
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China to Gift 1,000-Bed Hospital to Bangladesh
China to gift 1,000-bed hospital in Rangpur, Bangladesh, and robotic physiotherapy unit for injured patients.
US Faces Decline in Chinese Students Due to Safety and Geopolitics
Number of Chinese students in the US drops amid rising tensions and safety concerns, prompting shifts in study-abroad choices.
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Sri Lanka Non-Committal to India’s Land Connectivity Proposal
India proposes a land connectivity project with Sri Lanka, while exploring trade opportunities amid U.S. tariffs.
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India’s Withdrawal of Transshipment Facility Impacts Bangladesh Exports
India ends transshipment facility for Bangladesh exports via land borders, citing congestion and trade disruptions.
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Trump Announces Pause on Tariffs Except for China
Trump pauses global tariffs for 90 days, hikes China’s to 125%, triggering global reactions and market volatility.
