ANP-led Jirga Demands Opening of Pak-Afghan Border
![ANP-led jirga urges reopening of Pak-Afghan border points to boost trade and improve regional economic conditions. [Image via Facebook@BajaurANPTigers]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1261708_2783326_ANP-jirga_akhbar.webp)
ANP-led jirga urges reopening of Pak-Afghan border points to boost trade and improve regional economic conditions.
Pakistan to Launch Anti-Polio Vaccination Drive on Dec. 16
![Pakistan launches nationwide anti-polio vaccination drive Dec. 16-22, targeting 44M children under 5 to curb rising polio cases. [Image via AFP/File]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4554740-1735272716.webp)
Pakistan launches nationwide anti-polio vaccination drive Dec. 16-22, targeting 44M children under 5 to curb rising polio cases.
Al-Qaeda Affiliates Targeting Weak States: Implications for Pakistan
![Al-Qaeda affiliates like Al-Shabaab are targeting weak states. Pakistan must strengthen its stability, collaborate regionally, and address extremism’s root causes. [Image via Reuters]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/WO-AN333_AQSYRI_P_20130409185847.webp)
Al-Qaeda affiliates like Al-Shabaab are targeting weak states. Pakistan must strengthen its stability, collaborate regionally, and address extremism’s root causes.
Pakistan, EU Strengthen Ties at 14th Joint Commission Meeting
![Pakistan and EU reinforce cooperation on key issues at the 14th Joint Commission meeting, focusing on trade and human rights. [Representational Image via APP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Pakistan-EU-flag.webp)
Pakistan and EU reinforce cooperation on key issues at the 14th Joint Commission meeting, focusing on trade and human rights.
Pakistan Reaffirms Commitment to Dialogue With Afghanistan
![Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns. [Image via Dawn]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/130809384c46f10.webp)
Pakistan desires dialogue with Afghanistan to resolve issues, including TTP sanctuaries and regional security concerns.
Pakistan Stresses Turning Existing Goodwill With Bangladesh into ‘Tangible Cooperation’
![Pakistan’s PM calls to translate existing goodwill into tangible cooperation, following improved relations with Bangladesh. [Image via PMO]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4553815-1232826510.webp)
Pakistan’s PM calls to translate existing goodwill into tangible cooperation, following improved relations with Bangladesh.
Japanese Government Grants $3m for Pakistan Polio Effort
![Japanese government pledges $3.1M grant for Pakistan's polio eradication, boosting vaccine campaigns to achieve zero cases by mid-2025. [Representational Image via The Express Tribune]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/726969-polio-1403737794.webp)
Japanese government pledges $3.1M grant for Pakistan’s polio eradication, boosting vaccine campaigns to achieve zero cases by mid-2025.
Two MoUs Signed at Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission
![Two MoUs signed at the Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission to enhance trade, energy, and regional cooperation. [Image via Arab News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/4553980-797160265.webp)
Two MoUs signed at the Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Commission to enhance trade, energy, and regional cooperation.
Champions Trophy: No Agreement Reached on ‘Hybrid’ Format
![No agreement reached on 'hybrid' format for 2025 Champions Trophy as India and Pakistan clash over venue and conditions. [Image via The News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/1260608_2826542_21_updates.webp)
No agreement reached on ‘hybrid’ format for 2025 Champions Trophy as India and Pakistan clash over venue and conditions.
UN Committee Notes Blasphemy Law Abuse in Pakistan
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The UN urges Pakistan to amend its blasphemy law amid rising violence, with false accusations fueling mob attacks and persecution.