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Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus’ visit to China aims to boost ties, attend BFA 2025, and discuss trade, investment, and cooperation.
![IMF staff agrees to a $1.3 billion deal with Pakistan, unlocking funds under a new climate resilience loan and ongoing bailout. [Image via Business Recorder]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/26032602c12df2b.webp "26032602c12df2b")
IMF staff agrees to a $1.3 billion deal with Pakistan, unlocking funds under a new climate resilience loan and ongoing bailout.
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Russia’s envoy denies claims of Pakistan supplying arms to Ukraine, stresses strong ties and regional security cooperation.
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FBI removes $10M bounty on Sirajuddin Haqqani amid US-Afghan talks, signaling possible diplomatic engagement.
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Sri Lanka’s exports grew 4.62% YoY in Feb 2025, reaching $1.38 billion, driven by ICT, coconut, and spices, despite tea declines.
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China’s Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Bangladesh hits $2.67 billion, boosting textiles, telecom & trade. Growth potential rises amid global shifts.
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Foreign Office denies reports of Pakistani journalists visiting Israel, reaffirming its stance on Palestine and travel restrictions.
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U.S. lawmakers introduce the Pakistan Democracy Act, pushing sanctions on Pakistan’s army chief, sparking diplomatic fallout.
Torkham border reopens after a month, easing travel between Pakistan and Afghanistan amid talks on security and trade.
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Pakistan Day marked in Kabul as envoy urges stronger ties with Afghanistan, Torkham reopens, and trade resumes.