Dar, Uzbek foreign minister discuss bilateral ties, regional developments
ISLAMABAD, Saturday, May 16, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar held a telephone conversation with Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov and discussed bilateral relations, regional developments, and issues of mutual interest. During the conversation, the two leaders exchanged views on strengthening Pakistan-Uzbekistan relations and enhancing cooperation at bilateral and multilateral levels. The discussion also covered...
Uzbekistan advances comprehensive housing reforms to meet demographic, urbanization challenges
TASHKENT, Saturday, May 16, 2026 (WNP): The government of Uzbekistan is pursuing wide-ranging housing and urban development reforms aimed at improving living standards and ensuring affordable housing amid rapid demographic growth and accelerating urbanization. According to official plans and policy measures, the reforms go beyond increasing construction volumes and focus on creating sustainable, modern, and environmentally friendly urban communities capable...
US President travels with massive security convoy, mobile command system during foreign visits
BEIJING, Saturday, May 16, 2026 (WNP): The President of the United States travels with an extensive security and logistical apparatus often described as a “mobile White House” or “mobile military base,” involving hundreds of personnel, armored vehicles, communications systems and tons of equipment to ensure maximum security and uninterrupted command capabilities during domestic and international visits. According to security experts...
Erdoğan, Uzbek President Mirziyoyev discuss bilateral cooperation, regional issues in Turkistan
TURKISTAN, Friday, May 15, 2026 (WNP): President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev on the sidelines of the Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States in Turkistan, Kazakhstan. During the meeting, the two leaders reviewed Türkiye–Uzbekistan bilateral relations and exchanged views on regional and global developments, according to official statements. President Erdoğan emphasized that...
Turkish Envoy highlights brotherhood among Turkic states at Azerbaijan’s Independence Day reception
ISLAMABAD, Friday, May 15, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Türkiye to Pakistan İrfan Neziroğlu on Friday highlighted the strong bonds of friendship and brotherhood among Turkic nations while attending the 108th Independence Day Reception of Azerbaijan in Islamabad. Sharing a photograph with fellow diplomats, Ambassador Neziroğlu said he was together with “brother ambassadors” representing the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Turkmenistan,...
Uzbek President Mirziyoyev calls for greater Turkic unity, AI cooperation at OTS informal summit
TURKISTAN, Friday, May 15, 2026 (WNP): President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Friday called for deeper unity, stronger digital integration and enhanced cooperation among Turkic states, stressing that the integration of the Turkic world was a long-term strategic priority directly linked to the future of their peoples. Addressing the informal summit of the Organisation of Turkic States in the Kazakh...
Erdoğan calls for stronger Turkic unity, digital transformation at OTS Summit in Turkistan
TURKISTAN, Friday, May 15, 2026 (WNP): President of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Friday underscored the importance of stronger political, economic and cultural cooperation among Turkic states, while emphasizing digital transformation, regional connectivity and defense collaboration during the Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) held in Turkistan, Kazakhstan. Addressing the summit in the historic city of Turkistan,...
Turkish interior minister highlights role of shopkeepers in national unity during Tatvan visit
BITLIS, Friday, May 15, 2026 (WNP): Interior Minister of Türkiye Mustafa Çiftçi on Friday interacted with shopkeepers and citizens in the Tatvan district of Bitlis following Friday prayers, emphasizing the vital role of local businesses in strengthening social unity and national solidarity. During the visit, Minister Çiftçi held conversations with traders and residents, inquiring about their well-being and extending wishes...
Strict security protocols followed during President Trump’s China visit
BEIJINNG, Friday, May 15, 2026 (WNP): Members of the American delegation accompanying Donald Trump reportedly followed strict security and counter-espionage procedures during their visit to China, including disposing of temporary electronic items before boarding Air Force One. According to reports circulating on social media and diplomatic security discussions, the delegation discarded temporary accreditations, visitor badges, and disposable mobile phones provided...
Saudi Ambassador, DG Immigration discuss matters of mutual interest
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, May 14, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki met Director General of the General Directorate of Immigration and Passports Chaudhry Muhammad Ali Randhawa on Thursday. During the meeting, the two sides exchanged cordial views and discussed matters of mutual interest, including issues related to bilateral cooperation and facilitation. The meeting reflected the longstanding...