His Excellency Mr. Akamatsu Shuichi, Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan hosted the “Japan-Pakistan Business Seminar 2026”
Islamabad: On February 10, 2026, His Excellency Mr. Akamatsu Shuichi, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Pakistan, hosted the Japan-Pakistan Business Seminar 2026 at the Senena Hotel in Islamabad. Attended by approximately 100 individuals, including H.E. Mr. Haroon Akhtar Khan, Special Assistant to the Prime Minister for Industries & Production, Pakistani government officials, business […]
Strengthening Pakistan-Iran Brotherhood۔ Neighborly Ties, Shared Culture, and Ambassador Moghaddam’s Active Diplomacy
By Nawabzada Shah Ali (Diplomatic Reporter) The relationship between Pakistan and Iran, particularly in the post-1979 era, represents one of the most complex yet resilient partnerships in the Muslim world. Unlike alliances driven purely by power politics, the bond between these two neighboring states has evolved through ideological shifts, regional turbulence, external pressures, and changing […]
The Looming Water Crisis
By: Johar Shah Since the very beginning of human life, people have faced many challenges while exploring the mysteries of the world and the universe. Among all these challenges, three things stand out as the most important for survival: air, water, and food. These are the basic pillars of life. Without them, life itself is […]
Feb 8 was denial of public mandate: Salman Akram Raja
ANF foils major drug smuggling attempt at Lahore airport
LAHORE : The Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF) thwarted a major drug smuggling attempt at Lahore’s Allama Iqbal International Airport, preventing a large consignment of narcotic pills from being sent abroad. According to an ANF spokesperson, officials intercepted 32 cartons at the airport’s cargo shed that were booked for Nigeria. The seized shipment contained 1.47 million tramadol […]
Pakistan showcases fiscal turnaround, reform agenda at Saudi-hosted forum
KARACHI : Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday highlighted Pakistan’s recent fiscal progress, ongoing reforms and strategy to build buffers while sustaining growth at the AlUla Conference for Emerging Market Economies, underscoring the importance of institutional strengthening in navigating economic and climate-related shocks. The second edition of the annual AlUla conference was launched by the […]
Oil drifts lower as traders weigh supply risks amid US–Iran tensions
– Oil prices eased slightly on Tuesday as traders gauged the potential for supply disruptions after U.S. guidance for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz kept attention squarely on tensions between Washington and Tehran. Brent crude oil futures were down 25 cents, or 0.4%, at $68.79 a barrel by 0102 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate […]
Dollar soft ahead of US data, yen holds onto its gains after election
SINGAPORE :- The U.S. dollar nursed steep losses on Tuesday ahead of a slate of economic data that will shape the interest rate path, while the yen held on to its gains in the wake of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s resounding election victory. Sterling was steady in early Asian hours after a volatile Monday as […]
PSX slips into red after early gains amid sluggish trading activity
KARACHI :–Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) dropped into negative territory after initial gains as market is facing slow trading activity on Tuesday. The KSE-100 started the day with gains as it moved up by over 800 points to reach 183,216. However, it hit the reverse gear due to selling pressure, slipping the market into red.The benchmark […]
Gold falls on investor caution ahead of key US economic data
– Gold fell on Tuesday, though held above the $5,000-per-ounce level, as investors stayed cautious ahead of key U.S. jobs and inflation data due later this week that could help gauge the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory. Spot gold fell 0.8% to $5,022.57 per ounce by 0524 GMT. The metal gained 2% on Monday, […]