Islamabad MoU Enters Implementation Phase as Pakistan’s Diplomacy Transitions from Political Breakthrough to Structured Peace Architecture
There is a tendency in the commentary on diplomatic breakthroughs to conflate the moment of announcement with the substance of achievement, to measure success by the grandeur of the signing ceremony, the television imagery of handshakes, and the choreography of state visits. The Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding resists this tendency, and in doing so, reveals […]
Peace Through Strength: Shahbaz Sharif at the UNGA
At UNGA 2025, Shahbaz Sharif projected Pakistan’s confidence, framing deterrence, Kashmir, and Palestine within a call for peace and sovereignty.
Pakistan Says India Shared ‘No Evidence’ Even a Week After Pahalgam Attack
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Pakistan rejects India’s accusations on Pahalgam attack, calls them baseless amid rising tensions and mutual punitive actions.
Pakistan Gets $700 Million Investment Commitments at DFDI Summit
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Pakistan’s DFDI summit secures $700 million in investments, aiming to boost digital growth and exports despite challenges.
Islamabad Convenes NSC Meeting After India Downgrades Ties Over Pahalgam Attack
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India downgrades ties with Pakistan after deadly Pahalgam attack; Shehbaz convenes NSC meeting to plan response.
Pakistan’s Foreign Investment Drops 19%, FDI Increases Despite Challenges
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Pakistan’s foreign investment drops 19% amid political uncertainty, despite rise in FDI and ongoing economic reforms.
Pakistan, Turkey Call for Immediate Gaza Ceasefire and Independent Palestinian State
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Shehbaz, Erdogan urge Gaza ceasefire, push for Palestine state, and boost Pakistan-Turkiye economic, defense ties.
Pakistan, UAE Sign Multiple MoUs To Boost Bilateral Ties
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Pakistan and UAE sign multiple MoUs to boost trade, investment, and cultural cooperation during UAE FM’s visit.
Pakistan, Türkiye to Boost Economic, Regional Cooperation on Shehbaz Sharif’s Visit to Ankara
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PM Shehbaz visits Ankara to boost Pakistan-Turkiye ties, discuss trade, regional issues with President Erdogan.