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Pakistan’s external situation is very good: SK Niazi

Peace process under strain
As mistrust, confusing signals, and persistent regional instability continue to cast a shadow over negotiations, the likelihood of a comprehensive peace deal between the US and Iran remains doubtful. Iranian officials' recent remarks highlight the fundame…
Balancing ambition and affordability
The figures presented at the APCC meeting are alarming. With a development portfolio carrying a throw-forward of approximately Rs10 trillion and ministries seeking nearly Rs4 trillion for ongoing projects alone, the allocation of just Rs1.126 trillion for…
A strategic opening
The emphasis on transforming diplomatic goodwill into tangible economic outcomes is both timely and necessary. For years, Pakistan’s trade outreach has remained limited in scope, often constrained by geography and perception. The renewed focus on Africa, …
Sustainable growth agenda picks up pace
At a time when developing economies face mounting pressure to transition to low-carbon growth without compromising development goals, such engagements carry both strategic and practical significance. The meeting between Dr Musadik Malik and Ma Jun reflect…
Pakistan faces growing climate disaster risks
Pakistan is once again staring at the harsh realities of climate vulnerability as the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) warns of extreme heatwaves, glacial melting, flash floods and landslides across the country between May 26 and 31. While se…
A big leap for regional connectivity
Pakistan’s maritime ambitions received a significant boost with the successful berthing and handling of a deep-draft cargo vessel at Gwadar Port, marking another important step in the port’s gradual emergence as a regional transshipment and logistics hub.…
Pakistan Turns to Agri-Tech
Pakistan’s agriculture sector stands at a critical crossroads. Faced with rising population pressures, climate-related challenges, shrinking farm productivity, and increasing production costs, the country can no longer rely solely on traditional farming m…
Modern technology and the future of policing
The emphasis on utilizing all available resources for capacity building of law enforcement agencies is both timely and necessary. Pakistan continues to face a complex security environment shaped by terrorism, cybercrime, organized criminal networks and ur…
A partnership built on trust
The completion of 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China is not merely a ceremonial milestone; it represents one of the most enduring and strategically significant partnerships in modern international relations. Over the decades, the …
 Deep-sea exploration gains momentum
After nearly two decades of dormancy, Pakistan has formally reopened its offshore exploration frontier with the signing of Production Sharing Agreements (PSAs) and Exploration Licences (ELs) for 21 offshore blocks under the Offshore Bid Round 2025. The de…
Pakistan’s cultural wealth needs economic vision
Pakistan’s economic debate has long revolved around loans, exports, inflation, and fiscal deficits. Yet one of the country’s most underutilized engines of growth continues to receive far less strategic attention than it deserves: tourism. The recent semin…

Peace process under strain

PM orders swift conversion of Pak-China MoUs into formal agreements

HKP, PAT reject proposed GST hike, demand relief for working class

Peace process under strain
As mistrust, confusing signals, and persistent regional instability continue to cast a shadow over negotiations, the likelihood of a comprehensive peace deal between the US and Iran remains doubtful. Iranian officials' recent remarks highlight the fundame…
Balancing ambition and affordability
The figures presented at the APCC meeting are alarming. With a development portfolio carrying a throw-forward of approximately Rs10 trillion and ministries seeking nearly Rs4 trillion for ongoing projects alone, the allocation of just Rs1.126 trillion for…
A strategic opening
The emphasis on transforming diplomatic goodwill into tangible economic outcomes is both timely and necessary. For years, Pakistan’s trade outreach has remained limited in scope, often constrained by geography and perception. The renewed focus on Africa, …
Sustainable growth agenda picks up pace
At a time when developing economies face mounting pressure to transition to low-carbon growth without compromising development goals, such engagements carry both strategic and practical significance. The meeting between Dr Musadik Malik and Ma Jun reflect…
Pakistan faces growing climate disaster risks
Pakistan is once again staring at the harsh realities of climate vulnerability as the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) warns of extreme heatwaves, glacial melting, flash floods and landslides across the country between May 26 and 31. While se…
A big leap for regional connectivity
Pakistan’s maritime ambitions received a significant boost with the successful berthing and handling of a deep-draft cargo vessel at Gwadar Port, marking another important step in the port’s gradual emergence as a regional transshipment and logistics hub.…
Pakistan Turns to Agri-Tech
Pakistan’s agriculture sector stands at a critical crossroads. Faced with rising population pressures, climate-related challenges, shrinking farm productivity, and increasing production costs, the country can no longer rely solely on traditional farming m…
Modern technology and the future of policing
The emphasis on utilizing all available resources for capacity building of law enforcement agencies is both timely and necessary. Pakistan continues to face a complex security environment shaped by terrorism, cybercrime, organized criminal networks and ur…
A partnership built on trust
The completion of 75 years of diplomatic relations between Pakistan and China is not merely a ceremonial milestone; it represents one of the most enduring and strategically significant partnerships in modern international relations. Over the decades, the …
 Deep-sea exploration gains momentum
After nearly two decades of dormancy, Pakistan has formally reopened its offshore exploration frontier with the signing of Production Sharing Agreements (PSAs) and Exploration Licences (ELs) for 21 offshore blocks under the Offshore Bid Round 2025. The de…

Peace process under strain

PM orders swift conversion of Pak-China MoUs into formal agreements

HKP, PAT reject proposed GST hike, demand relief for working class

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