Pakistan says peace deal imminent as Iranian Foreign Minister heads to Islamabad; Trump signals agreement near
By Rehan Khan Director Diplomatic & International Affairs ISLAMABAD, Saturday, June 13, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan on Saturday indicated that a landmark peace agreement involving Iran is closer than ever to completion, with Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif announcing that the finalization of the accord could take place within the next 24 hours. In a statement on his social media account - X,...
Turkish Ambassador leads Education Türkiye Fair in Islamabad, underscores growing academic links with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, June 13, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Türkiye to Pakistan, İrfan Neziroğlu, attended the Education Türkiye Fair in Islamabad, marking the final leg of a series of higher education promotion events held across Pakistan following successful fairs in Karachi and Lahore. The event brought together leading Turkish universities and prospective Pakistani students, providing a platform to explore academic opportunities,...
Turkish Land Forces Commander’s visit reinforces strategic defence partnership with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, 13, June 2026 (WNP): The recent visit of Commander of the Turkish Land Forces General Metin Tokel to Pakistan has further underscored the deep-rooted brotherly relations and growing strategic partnership between Türkiye and Pakistan, reflecting the shared commitment of both countries to strengthening defence cooperation and promoting regional peace and stability. During his visit, General Tokel held extensive...
Aseer Summer Season 2026 launched, targets over three million visitors
ABHA, Saturday, June 13, 2026 (WNP): Aseer Governor and Chairman of the Aseer Development Authority, Prince Turki bin Talal bin Abdulaziz, on Saturday launched the Aseer Summer Season 2026, marking the start of one of Saudi Arabia’s flagship tourism initiatives for enhancing the Kingdom’s position as a leading global travel destination. The season is being organized with the support of...
Pakistani delegation holds key engagements in Beijing under Religious Diplomacy Program
BEIJING, Saturday, June 13, 2026 (WNP): A Pakistani delegation participating in a Religious Diplomacy Program held a series of engagements in Beijing for promoting bilateral relations, cultural understanding and people-to-people connectivity between Pakistan and China. As part of the visit, the delegation toured a historic 600-year-old mosque in the Chinese capital, where they were warmly received by the mosque’s Imam....
Pakistan, Iran signal progress toward landmark peace agreement as mediation efforts near conclusion
ISLAMABAD, Friday, June 12, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan and Iran on Monday signaled significant progress toward the finalization of a landmark peace agreement, with senior leaders from both countries indicating that negotiations have reached an advanced stage amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure regional stability. Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan's mediation initiative was approaching a critical breakthrough despite attempts...
US-supported masterclass equips 50 Pakistani entrepreneurs for global digital markets
ISLAMABAD, Friday, June 12, 2026 (WNP): United States (US) Mission Pakistan, in partnership with the Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) and Tech Valley Pakistan, concluded a five-day business accelerator program designed to strengthen the digital trade capabilities of Pakistani entrepreneurs to better compete in international e-commerce markets. The program, titled "E-Commerce and Digital Trade: Building the U.S.-Pakistan Economic Partnership," was held June 8–12...
Tashkent Int’l Investment Forum to spotlight Central Asia’s emerging role in global capital flows
TIIF-2026 to bring together world leaders, investors and financial institutions in Uzbekistan TASHKENT, Friday, June 12, 2026 (WNP): Uzbekistan is set to host the fifth edition of the Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF-2026) from June 16 to 19, bringing together heads of state, global investors, financial institutions and business leaders in what has become one of Central Asia's most influential...
Muharram must remain a symbol of unity, patience and peaceful coexistence: Ashrafi
National Paigham-e-Aman Committee issues comprehensive Code of Conduct to counter sectarianism, extremism and hate speech during Muharram-ul-Haram EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW By Rehan Khan Director Diplomatic & International Affairs ISLAMABAD, Friday, June 12, 2026 (WNP): Against the backdrop of growing concerns over the misuse of traditional and digital communication platforms to spread sectarian hatred, misinformation and religious intolerance, Pakistan's National Paigham-e-Aman Committee (NPAC) has issued...
Pakistan, EU, Switzerland discuss progress on US-Iran understanding, reaffirm support for diplomacy
ISLAMABAD, Friday, June 12, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday held separate telephone conversations with European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission Kaja Kallas and Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis to discuss recent developments regarding the emerging understanding between the United States...