Gilani underscores enhancing bilateral cooperation between Pakistan, Russia
MOSCOW, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (WNP): Senate Chairman Syed Yousaf Raza Gilani, in a significant interview with a leading Russian television channel, underscored the importance of enhancing bilateral cooperation between Pakistan and Russia across multiple sectors, including energy, defence, and security. He emphasized that parliamentary friendship groups serve as a vital mechanism for deepening inter-parliamentary relations and fostering mutual understanding...
Japan extends ¥510 mln grant to improve water services in Faisalabad
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (WNP): The Government of Japan and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) have extended a grant aid of 510 million Japanese yen to support the installation of smart water meters and related infrastructure for the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) in Faisalabad. The funding agreement was formalized on Wednesday through the signing of the ‘Exchange...
Erdogan praises Pakistan’s dialogue-first approach, reaffirms enduring ties
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (WNP): Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday lauded Pakistan’s policy of prioritizing dialogue and reconciliation in regional matters, reaffirming Turkiye’s unwavering support and fraternal bond with Pakistan. In a post on social media platform X, Erdogan commended Islamabad’s diplomatic approach, saying, “We highly appreciate the prudent, patient policy of the Pakistani state that prioritizes...
During a visit to CMH Rawalpindi, Army Chief General Syed Asim Munir praised the wounded for their valor and reaffirmed the military’s commitment to their treatment and rehabilitation.
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Kiswa of Holy Kaaba raised in preparation for Hajj 1446 AH
MAKKAH, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (WNP): The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque has raised the lower part of the Holy Kaaba’s Kiswa by three meters, marking a longstanding tradition observed ahead of the pilgrimage season. According to the official details, the meticulous process involves dismantling the lower section of...
PM Shehbaz thanks Azerbaijan, UAE for support during South Asia tensions; reaffirms commitment to regional peace
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, May 14, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday expressed deep gratitude to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan for their unwavering support to Pakistan during the recent tensions in South Asia. The prime minister conveyed his appreciation during a meeting with the Ambassador of Azerbaijan, Khazar Farhadov, at the Prime Minister’s House,...