Pakistan, Türkiye call for urgent ceasefire, unimpeded humanitarian aid in Gaza
ISLAMABAD, Monday, July 28, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan and Türkiye on Monday renewed their joint call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and unimpeded delivery of humanitarian aid, as the two nations urged the international community to intensify efforts for a just and lasting peace in the region. The strong message came during a telephone conversation between Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister...
Erdogan – A unifying force for Muslim world: Minister Tarar hails Turkish President Erdogan at book launch
ISLAMABAD, Monday, July 28, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar on Monday praised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a “visionary leader of the Muslim world,” commending his unwavering advocacy for Muslim causes and the enduring bond between Pakistan and Türkiye. He was addressing the launch ceremony of the book "Recep Tayyip Erdogan: Tiger of the...
‘Shared future of humanity: Pakistan backs global peace vision rooted in harmony, history; says Kohistani
ISLAMABAD, Monday, July 28, 2025 (WNP): Minister of State for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, Kheal Das Kohistani on Monday emphasized the urgent need for global unity, mutual respect, and interfaith cooperation to combat rising extremism, cultural divisions, and moral decline drawing parallels between the fight against fascism and the present-day struggle for a shared and peaceful future for...
Saudi medical team begins complex surgery to separate Syrian conjoined twins
RIYADH, Sunday, July 27, 2025 (WNP): Saudi Arabia, in a remarkable act of medical diplomacy and humanitarian outreach, has commenced a delicate and life-saving surgery to separate Syrian conjoined twins, Celine and Eleen Abdulmoneim Alshibli, at the King Abdullah Specialist Children’s Hospital (KASCH) in Riyadh. The procedure, launched under the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman...
Pakistan hosts regional defence conference to boost military cooperation, security
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, July 26, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan on Saturday hosted the Regional Chiefs of Defence Staff Conference, bringing together top military leaders from the United States, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in a major multilateral engagement aimed at strengthening regional security cooperation. Held in Islamabad under the theme “Strengthening Bonds, Securing Peace,” the high-level forum marked a significant step toward...
UNFPA Pakistan condemns surge in gender-based violence, urges swift justice, reform
ISLAMABAD, Friday, July 25, 2025 (WNP): The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Pakistan has strongly condemned a series of horrific gender-based violence (GBV) incidents across the country, calling for urgent and decisive action to protect women and girls and bring perpetrators to justice. In a powerful statement issued on Friday, UNFPA expressed grave concern over recent cases of honor killings,...
Dar, Rubio hold talks to deepen Pak-US strategic, economic partnership
WASHINGTON, Friday, July 25, 2025 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Friday reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening its ties with the United States, emphasizing a shared vision for expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, investment, technology, and regional peace. Dar made the remarks during a high-level meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio at...
President Zardari, Saudi envoy discuss boosting trade, investment & cultural ties
ISLAMABAD, Friday, July 2025 (WNP): Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki, called on President Asif Ali Zardari at Aiwan-e-Sadr on Friday to discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation, with a focus on trade, investment, and cultural exchange. During the meeting, President Zardari welcomed the ambassador and reaffirmed the longstanding and fraternal relations between...
COAS Field Marshal Asim Munir reinforces strategic defence ties during high-level visit to China
RAWALPINDI, Friday, July 25, 2025 (WNP): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), concluded a high-profile official visit to China, holding a series of strategic meetings with senior Chinese political and military leadership in Beijing to reaffirm the deep-rooted and evolving Pakistan-China defence partnership. According to a statement by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Field...
Ahsan Iqbal urges revitalized World Bank partnership to drive export-led growth, tackle climate, water challenges
ISLAMABAD, Friday, July 25, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives, Professor Ahsan Iqbal, on Friday called for renewed and robust collaboration with the World Bank to address Pakistan’s evolving economic and developmental challenges. He made the remarks during a meeting with Ousmane Dione, World Bank Vice President for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)...