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UK Vows Support for $2 Trillion Pakistani Economy: Jane Marriott
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April 18, 2025
UK vows economic support to help grow Pakistan’s economy to $2 trillion, says Jane Marriott at Islamabad Business Summit.
UK vows economic support to help grow Pakistan’s economy to $2 trillion, says Jane Marriott at Islamabad Business Summit.
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Ishaq Dar reaffirms Pakistan’s active role in SCO, stressing trade, transport, and regional connectivity cooperation.
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BBC reports that half a million US weapons obtained by the IEA in Afghanistan are unaccounted for, raising concerns over smuggling.
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