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The Pak-Afghan reset hinges on pragmatic solutions to shared challenges—security, economic ties, and regional diplomacy—beyond historical narratives.
Pakistan’s Ambassador Mohammad Sadiq visits Kabul, holds key talks with Afghan officials on security, cooperation, and regional stability
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif criticizes US sanctions on Pakistan’s ballistic missile program, emphasizing deterrence, not aggression.
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Pakistan Matters—not just as a partner, but as a pivotal actor in global geopolitics, crucial for the United States’ regional and international stability.
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Pakistan and Kenya aim to strengthen trade relations, enhance cooperation, and explore new business opportunities.
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India’s Jaishankar visits the US to address trade tensions amid Trump’s tariff criticisms, and opportunities to strengthen strategic ties
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India and Kuwait elevate ties to a strategic partnership, boosting cooperation in key sectors like pharma, IT, and defense.
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US officials diverge on Pakistan’s ballistic missile program, with White House concerned and Pentagon focusing on military ties as Trump’s return nears
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Historic visit of PM Modi to Kuwait aims to strengthen ties, meet leadership, and address Indian diaspora.
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Jolani’s vision for Syria focuses on reform, inclusivity, and distancing from the Taliban model, as the U.S. cautiously engages with HTS leadership