Pakistan conveys condolences on passing of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Khaleda Zia
ISLAMABAD, Friday, January 2, 2026 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Muhammad Ishaq Dar on Friday visited the Bangladesh High Commission in Islamabad to express Pakistan’s condolences on the passing of former prime minister of Bangladesh and Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), Begum Khaleda Zia. During the visit, Senator Dar conveyed his sympathies to the Acting...
PM Shehbaz appoints Ashrafi as Coordinator for Religious Harmony, Pakistan’s Diaspora in Middle East, Muslim Countries
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, January 1, 2026 (WNP): The Prime Minister has appointed Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi, Chairman of the Pakistan Ulema Council, as Coordinator for Religious Harmony and for the Pakistani Diaspora in the Middle East and Muslim Countries. The appointment comes at a critical time, given the evolving situation in the Muslim world and the strategic importance of relations...
Maryam unveils upgraded Wagah Border arena to enhance public experience, national image
LAHORE, Thursday, January 1, 2026 (WNP): Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Thursday inaugurated a newly constructed, state-of-the-art arena at the world-famous Wagah Border crossing, marking a significant upgrade to one of Pakistan’s most iconic national landmarks. The chief minister, who was the chief guest at the inauguration ceremony, was accompanied by the Corps Commander Lahore and the Director...
EU envoy extends New Year greetings, highlights shared aspirations, partnership with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, January 1, 2026 (WNP): The Ambassador of the European Union to Pakistan and Head of the EU Delegation, Raimundas Karoblis, extended New Year greetings on the occasion of the start of 2026, reflecting on the theme of renewal and shared aspirations as 2025 draws to a close. In a message marking the New Year, Ambassador Karoblis said the...
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia reaffirm commitment to deeper bilateral cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (WNP): Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Wednesday received a telephone call from Prince Fahd bin Sultan bin Abdul Aziz, Governor of Saudi Arabia’s Tabuk Province, during which the two leaders reaffirmed their desire to expand cooperation in areas of mutual interest. According to official sources, the conversation reflected the...
Pakistan, Saudi leadership confer on regional stability, unity of Ummah
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, December 31, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday held a telephone conversation with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, during which the two leaders exchanged views on the evolving regional situation and current developments. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s complete solidarity...
Bangladesh mourns passing offormer Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, a central figure in the country’s democratic struggle
Dhaka, Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (WNP): Bangladesh plunged into mourning on Tuesday following the death of former Prime Minister and Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia, a towering political figure whose career spanned decades of struggle, leadership and controversy in the country’s turbulent democratic journey. The news was confirmed by Acting BNP Chairman Tarique Rahman, who announced that...
Peshawar Corps clinches 50th COAS Polo & Tent Pegging Championship as army chief attends closing ceremony
RAWALPINDI/Lahore, Tuesday, December 30, 2025 (WNP): The 50th Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) Polo and Tent Pegging Championship 2025 concluded on Tuesday with a colourful closing ceremony at the historic Jinnah Polo Fields in Lahore, highlighting the Pakistan Army’s enduring sporting traditions and commitment to excellence. Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), HJ, Chief of the Army Staff...