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Pakistan and UAE Sign MoU to Enhance Date Palm Exports and Agricultural Ties
Bulletin
April 29, 2025
Pakistan aims to boost $50M date palm exports with UAE help; scientist honored for tissue culture innovation.
Pakistan aims to boost $50M date palm exports with UAE help; scientist honored for tissue culture innovation.
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Pakistan army kills 71 militants in 3 days near Afghan border amid rising regional tensions and cross-border infiltration.
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WLF signs a deal with Pakistan’s Crypto Council to boost blockchain, stablecoin adoption, and DeFi in the country.
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The Commerce Minister of China is set to visit Sri Lanka in June to strengthen trade ties amid ongoing U.S. tariff tensions.
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Nepal wins 12 medals, including one gold, at the South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship held in Kathmandu.
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Pakistan’s Information Minister reaffirms sovereignty defense amid tensions over the Pahalgam attack in IIOJK.
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Pakistan scores diplomatic win at UNSC over Pahalgam attack statement, tensions rise with India amid flood concerns.
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Pakistani minister condemns attack on London High Commission, blames India; vows continued fight against terrorism.
Pakistan Senate rejects India’s attempt to link Pakistan to the Pahalgam attack, reaffirming its commitment to sovereignty, peace, and regional stability.
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Pakistan slams India’s Indus Waters Treaty suspension as “water warfare” amid rising Kashmir tensions and NSC meeting.