Saudi Arabia launches media dialogue initiative to foster growth, innovation
RIYADH, Sunday, April 27, 2025 (WNP): Saudi Minister of Media, Salman bin Yousuf Al-Dossary on Sunday launched a new media dialogue initiative under the "Year of Impact" program, aiming to establish a sustainable platform for communication and collaboration among media professionals. The initiative seeks to spotlight development opportunities, address industry challenges, strengthen local partnerships among government agencies, private sector players,...
Saudi delegation arrives in Pakistan to review ‘Road to Makkah’ project arrangements
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, April 27, 2025 (WNP): The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony on Sunday announced that a 45-member Saudi delegation has arrived in Pakistan to assess arrangements for the ‘Road to Makkah’ project in a bid to facilitate Pakistani pilgrims during the upcoming Hajj season. According to the ministry’s spokesperson Muhammad Umar Butt, officials from the ministry warmly...
FGRF delivers massive humanitarian aid to Gaza, reaffirms commitment to humanity
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, April 27, 2025 (WNP): The Faizan Global Relief Foundation (FGRF), the charitable arm of Dawat-e-Islami, has reached a remarkable milestone in its ongoing humanitarian response to the crisis in Gaza. Syed Fuzail Raza Attari, head of FGRF’s UK chapter, told APP that the foundation has delivered an extensive range of essential aid to thousands of affected families. He said...
Turkish ambassador highlights historical ties, celebrates ‘National Sovereignty & Children’s Day’
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, April 26, 2025 (WNP): Ambassador of Turkiye to Pakistan, Dr. Irfan Neziroglu, on Saturday underscored the historical significance of April 23rd, celebrated annually in Turkiye as 'National Sovereignty and Children's Day,' and paid tribute to the deep-rooted bonds between the peoples of Turkiye and Pakistan. Speaking at a ceremony attended by children, dignitaries, and members of the Turkish...
Pakistan vows to defend Indus Waters as regional tensions mount with India
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 25, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan on Friday issued a strong warning that it would take all necessary measures to defend its territorial integrity and uphold its rights under the Indus Waters Treaty, amid rising tensions with India. “The Indus Waters Treaty is unambiguous. It is our lifeline and our right—enshrined in international law, customary law, and bilateral treaties....
ISSI, CLAS forge strategic partnership to boost research, policy dialogue
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 25, 2025(WNP): The Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSI) and the Centre for Law and Security (CLAS) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote collaborative research, academic exchange, and policy dialogue. The signing ceremony was held at The Millennium Universal College (TMUC), Islamabad, marking a significant step toward enhancing cooperation between think tanks and academic...
UNHCR official praises Pakistan’s generosity, urges continued support for Afghan refugees
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 25, 2025 (WNP): Wrapping up a three-day visit to Pakistan, UNHCR Assistant High Commissioner for Operations Raouf Mazou commended the Government and people of Pakistan for their longstanding hospitality toward Afghan refugees and called for sustained international solidarity with Pakistan and the refugee communities. During his stay in Islamabad, Mazou held meetings with Engr. Amir Muqam, Minister...
US envoy visits Karachi to boost trade, business ties
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 25, 2025 (WNP): US Charge dAffaires Natalie Baker visited Karachi from April 23 to 24 as part of efforts to strengthen trade ties and expand business partnerships between the United States (US) and Pakistan. According to the US embassy on Friday, during her two-day visit, Baker met with senior executives from prominent Pakistani companies to discuss economic...
Indian forces intensify crackdown in Occupied Kashmir after Pahalgam false flag operation
ISLAMABAD, Friday, April 25, 2025 (WNP): Indian armed forces have launched a sweeping and intensified crackdown on civilians in Indian Illegally Occupied Jammu and Kashmir (IIOJK), following what is being widely condemned by local voices as a false flag operation in Pahalgam. The latest wave of repression has raised serious concerns about human rights violations and the targeting of dissenting...