Pakistan needs independent judiciary, judges: Supreme Court Justice Minallah
Islamabad:Supreme Court’s Justice Athar Minallah has cast doubts on the autonomy of Pakistan’s judicial system, saying the country needed “an independent judiciary and judges”.”If the state is involved in missing persons cases, the courts cannot do anything,” Justice Minallah said while speaking during an event organised by the Defence of Human Rights.Lamenting that it was […]
PHA Hosts Ethio-Pakistan Green Dialogue in Lahore
An Ethiopia-Pakistan Green Dialogue was held at a local hotel in Lahore to promote green culture, innovation and technology in the global south for effectively fighting the climate change.The “Ethiopia–Pakistan Green Dialogue: Lessons from Ethiopia’s Green Legacy” was jointly organized by the Ethiopian Embassy Islamabad and the Parks & Horticulture Authority Lahore, Government of the […]
Pakistan decries stigmatisation of Islam, says no non-Muslim name on UN terror lists
New York : Bringing the United Nations Security Council’s (UNSC) attention to the rise of right-wing extremists and fascist movements, Pakistan has decried the “dangerous stigmatisation of Islam and Muslims”.”It is not understandable, and is indeed unacceptable, that every name on the Security Council’s terrorism lists is Muslim, while terrorists and violent extremists elsewhere escape […]
U.S. accuses India of profiteering from Russian oil during Ukraine war
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday accused India of profiteering from cheap Russian oil imports during the war in Ukraine, describing the practice as “arbitrage” and condemning it as unacceptable. “They are just profiteering. They are reselling,” Bessent told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” in an interview. “This is what I would call the Indian arbitrage — […]
Pak-Afghan-China talks to be held in Kabul tomorrow
ISLAMABAD – Pakistan, Afghanistan and China will hold another trilateral meeting in Kabul tomorrow to discuss the counterterrorism cooperation, the connectivity, peace, development and trade. Afghanistan is hosting a trilateral meeting in Kabul first time and invited the Chinese and Pakistani Foreign Ministers for talks on the economic and security future of Afghanistan. During the […]
US report on human rights incomplete, Pakistan’s legitimate security concerns not acknowledged
New York : The US State Department published a report on Pakistan expressing concern over alleged human rights shortcomings, citing issues from disappearances and media restrictions to minority rights and labor protections.The report presents a selective interpretation of facts, not fully acknowledging Pakistan’s legitimate security concerns and reform progress.Human rights assessments are increasingly used as […]
Pakistan, Micronesia formalise diplomatic relations at UN ceremony
Islamabad:Pakistan and the Federated States of Micronesia officially established diplomatic relations on Thursday during a signing ceremony held at Pakistan’s Mission to the United Nations in New York.The agreement was formalised by Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the UN, and his Micronesian counterpart, Ambassador Jeem S Lippwe, according to an official statement […]
Ambassador of Tajikistan Extends Independence Day Greetings to Pakistan
Islamabad :H.E. Sharifzoda Yusuf Tahir, Ambassador of the Republic of Tajikistan to Pakistan, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the government and people of Pakistan on their Independence Day, stating that August 14 is a historic day in Pakistan’s history symbolizing freedom, sovereignty, and national unity, adding that relations between Tajikistan and Pakistan are based on […]
US credits diplomacy for Pakistan–India truce, calls it a ‘proud moment’
WASHINGTON: The United States was pivotal in averting a potential catastrophe between Pakistan and India during their recent hostilities, State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said Tuesday, hailing Washington’s decisive role in steering both nations away from the brink.“Obviously, we had an experience with Pakistan and India when there was a conflict, one that could have […]
Grand celebration in Florida marks Pakistan’s glorious victory against West Indies
FLORIDA: A grand and memorable celebration was held in Lauderhill, Florida, following Pakistan cricket team’s remarkable victory against the West Indies in the three-match T20 series. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation not only from the local Pakistani community but also from key government officials of Pakistan and prominent religious, social, business, and media personalities based […]