TİKA completes first phase of Javed Manzil Museum renovation project
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, April 2, 2026 (WNP): The Country Coordinator of the Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA), Saliha Tuna, has said that the successful completion of the first phase of the Javed Manzil Museum Renovation Project marks a significant step towards transforming the historic site into a modern museum facility. She said the initial phase encompassed comprehensive site surveys, detailed...
Iranians express gratitude to Pakistan in Tehran with flag display, slogans
TEHRAN, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (WNP): Citizens in Tehran expressed gratitude to Pakistan by displaying the Pakistani flag and chanting slogans of appreciation during a public gathering at Vali Asr Square. According to reports, participants held placards and raised slogans thanking Pakistan for its support and solidarity, with messages indicating that the Iranian people would not forget Pakistan’s goodwill and...
Saudi minister to chair 15th meeting of Awqaf Council with participation of member states
RIYADH, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (WNP): Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance of Saudi Arabia Abdullatif Al Alsheikh will chair the 15th meeting of the Executive Council of the Conference of Ministers of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs of Islamic countries on Thursday via video conference from Jeddah. The meeting will be attended by ministers from member states, with the...
Iran Envoy raises key questions on conflict, reaffirms support for diplomacy
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Pakistan Reza Amiri Moghadam has appreciated Pakistan’s diplomatic efforts for de-escalation while raising critical questions regarding the ongoing regional situation and future course of negotiations. In a detailed statement, the envoy acknowledged the goodwill and “good offices” of Pakistan in seeking to halt as US-Israeli aggression...
Tashkent hosts VIII Int’l Marathon 2026 with global participation amid Navruz festivities
TASHKENT, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (WNP): The VIII Tashkent International Marathon is set to take place on April 5 in Tashkent, bringing together thousands of runners from around the world in celebration of the nationwide holiday of Navruz. Now in its eighth consecutive year, the marathon has emerged as one of the largest sporting events in Uzbekistan, with more than...
Pakistan, China propose five-point initiative for peace in Gulf, Middle East
BEIJING, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan and China on Tuesday unveiled a five-point joint initiative aimed at restoring peace and stability in the Gulf and Middle East region following high-level talks in Beijing. The initiative was presented after a meeting between China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, where both...
UK envoy welcomes resumption of PIA direct flights to London
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (WNP): British High Commissioner to Pakistan Jane Marriott has welcomed the resumption of direct flights by Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) to London, terming it a significant step in strengthening bilateral ties. Expressing her pleasure, she said it was “great to join the PIA team for this exciting occasion,” as the airline resumes its direct connectivity...
Dar arrives in Beijing on officialvisit, holds talks with chinese FM Wang Yi
BEIJING, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar arrived in Beijing on a one-day official visit. Upon arrival, he was received by Ambassador Yue Xiaoyong and Pakistan’s Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi. Later, the deputy prime minister was received by China’s Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse for a bilateral meeting. https://youtu.be/ynMlSoY0c1s?si=u4aBVghQ0mlRTF7Z The...
Dar, Fidan reaffirm strong Pakistan-Türkiye ties, vow continued coordination
ISLAMABAD, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephonic conversation with Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Tuesday, reaffirming the strong bilateral ties between the two countries. During the conversation, the foreign minister expressed appreciation for the warm hospitality extended to him during his recent visit to Pakistan, where he attended...
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia reaffirm strategic ties, stress de-escalation efforts
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, March 29, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held talks with Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud during the latter’s official visit to Pakistan, focusing on regional developments and ongoing efforts aimed at de-escalation. During the meeting, the two leaders held in-depth discussions on the evolving regional situation, emphasizing the importance of dialogue,...