Field Marshal Asim Munir calls for stronger police–military cooperation during visit to National Police Academy
RAWALPINDI, Monday, January 19, 2026 (WNP): Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), on Monday visited the National Police Academy (NPA), Islamabad, where he engaged with officers of the Police Service of Pakistan (PSP) and underscored the central role of a professional, people-centric police force in ensuring...
Pak-Turk Maarif launches MAGIS 2026-1 nationwide entrance exam with scholarships, expands to AJK
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, January 18, 2026 (WNP): Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools & Colleges officially announced the launch of MAGIS 2026-1 (Maarif Entrance Exam), a merit-based admission and scholarship programme designed to identify talented students across Pakistan and provide them access to quality education and international learning opportunities. The competitive entrance examination offers successful candidates admission and scholarships at Pak-Turk Maarif campuses,...
Balochistan launches fully digital, merit-based recruitment to restore youth trust
QUETTA, Sunday, January 18, 2026 (WNP): The Government of Balochistan has taken a landmark step toward restoring public trust by introducing a fully technology-driven, merit-based recruitment system, following months of consultation that identified non-merit appointments as the single most pressing grievance among the province’s youth. The reform was unveiled under the leadership of Chief Minister Balochistan and overseen by Additional...
Pakistan, Iran foreign ministers confer on regional situation, stress dialogue, stability
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, January 17, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Saturday held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, focusing on the prevailing situation in Iran and broader regional developments. During the discussion, Senator Dar expressed Pakistan’s hope for peace, stability, and restraint in the region, underscoring the importance of...
Pakistan urges consistent application of UN Charter to rebuild global peace architecture
UNITED NATIONS, Friday, January 16, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan on Friday called for a renewed and impartial application of the United Nations Charter as the international community marks its 80th anniversary, warning that selective approaches to peace and delayed justice undermine the credibility of the multilateral system. Delivering the opening remarks at a high-level discussion titled “UN Charter at 80: Reimagining...
Pakistan warns UN of eroding int’l law amid global conflicts
UNITED NATIONS, Friday, January 16, 2026 (WNP) Pakistan has warned that the world’s escalating crises are largely the result of persistent violations of international law and the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter, cautioning that such breaches are placing global peace and security under unprecedented strain. Speaking during the General Assembly debate on the Report of the Secretary-General on...
Pakistan reaffirms commitment to multilateralism at UN Security Council review
UNITED NATIONS, Friday, January 16, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan has reaffirmed its strong commitment to inclusive and effective multilateralism, emphasizing the central role of the United Nations General Assembly in the global governance architecture, as discussions began on the annual report of the UN Security Council for 2025. Addressing an Informal Meeting of the General Assembly, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan’s...
Cultural diplomacy in harmony: New song marks 75 years of China–Pakistan friendship
ISLAMABAD, Friday, January 16, 2026 (WNP): A new friendship anthem, “Dosti Ka Jashan – Celebration of Friendship,” created by the UNI International creative team in Pakistan, was officially premiered to mark the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Pakistan, highlighting the enduring people-to-people bond between the two countries. The song was unveiled at a commemorative event and Spring...
Pakistan, EU reaffirm commitment to closer engagement amid regional developments
ISLAMABAD, Friday, January 16, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Friday held a telephone conversation with Kaja Kallas, the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission, underscoring the growing momentum in Pakistan–EU relations. During the call, both leaders welcomed the positive trajectory of...
President Zardari concludes Bahrain visit, signals expanded economic, strategic cooperation
MANAMA, Friday, January 16, 2026 (WNP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday departed Bahrain for Pakistan after completing a four-day official visit that underscored growing momentum in bilateral relations, economic collaboration, and strategic engagement between the two brotherly countries. The president was seen off at Manama International Airport by Bahrain’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani. During...