Pakistan, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to deeper bilateral cooperation

ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday received a telephone call from Prince Fahd bin Sultan bin Abdul Aziz, Governor of Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk Province, during which the two leaders reaffirmed their desire to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest. According to official sources, the conversation reflected the...

Pakistan, Saudi leadership confer on regional stability, unity of Ummah

ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday held a telephone conversation with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, during which the two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and current developments. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s complete solidarity...

Bangladesh mourns passing offormer Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, a central figure in the country’s democratic struggle

Dhaka, Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (WNP): Bangladesh plunged into mourning on Tuesday following the death of former Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, a towering political figure whose career spanned decades of struggle, leadership and controversy in the country’s turbulent democratic journey. The news was confirmed by Acting BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, who announced that...

Peshawar Corps clinches 50th COAS Polo & Tent Pegging Championship as army chief attends closing ceremony

RAWALPINDI/Lahore, Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (WNP): The 50th Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Polo and Tent Pegging Championship 2025 concluded on Tuesday with a colourful closing ceremony at the historic Jinnah Polo Fields in Lahore, highlighting the Pakistan Army’s enduring sporting traditions and commitment to excellence. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of the Army Staff...

Pakistan, UAE leaders pledge to deepen strategic economic partnership, boost trade, investment

RAHIM YAR KHAN, Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday held wide-ranging talks with His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, reaffirming the two countries’ commitment to elevating their longstanding brotherly ties into a robust, strategic economic partnership. The meeting took place at...

Pakistan reaffirms all-weather strategic partnership with China, backs one-China policy

ISLAMABAD, Monday, December 29, 2025 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering commitment to its “All-Weather Strategic Cooperative Partnership” with China during a meeting with Chinese Ambassador Jiang Zaidong in Islamabad. During the call, Ambassador Jiang conveyed seasonal greetings and best wishes for the New Year on behalf of Chinese Foreign...

Bilawal reaffirms drive for world-class health, education in every district

LARKANA, Monday, December 29, 2025 (WNP): Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari on Monday reiterated his vision of establishing world-class healthcare and educational institutions in every district, asserting that access to quality health and education is a fundamental right rather than a privilege. Addressing the convocation ceremony of Shaheed Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto Medical University (SMBBMU) in...