Pakistan commissions PNS Khaibar in Türkiye, deepening naval, defence ties
ISTANBUL, Sunday, December 21, 2025 (WNP/ISPR): Pakistan on Sunday commissioned its second MILGEM-class corvette, PNS Khaibar, at a ceremony held at the Istanbul Naval Shipyard, marking a major milestone in Pakistan–Türkiye defence cooperation and naval modernization. The ceremony was graced by President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan as the chief guest, while Chief of the Naval Staff...
COAS stresses unity, knowledge, state authority at National Ulema & Mashaikh Conference
ISLAMABAD, Sunday, December 21, 2025 (WNP): Chief of Army Staff and Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir delivered a comprehensive and wide-ranging address at the National Ulema and Mashaikh Conference, underscoring Pakistan’s security challenges, the fight against terrorism, and the central role of knowledge and scholarship in national resilience. The conference, held on December 10, 2025, brought...
President Zardari arrives in Baghdad on four-day visit to strengthen Pakistan–Iraq ties
BAGHDAD, Saturday, December 20, 2025 (WNP): President Asif Ali Zardari arrived in Baghdad on Saturday on a four-day official visit to Iraq, aimed at deepening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation across political, economic and cultural spheres. Upon arrival, the President was received by Iraq’s Minister for Culture, Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani, reflecting the importance both countries attach to the visit...
President Zardari congratulates Sohail Mahmood on appointment as D-8 Secretary General, emphasizes strengthening economic cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Friday, December 19, 2025 (WNP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday met with Ambassador Sohail Mahmood, former Foreign Secretary of Pakistan and newly appointed Secretary General-Designate of the Developing Eight (D-8) Organization, at Aiwan-e-Sadr, congratulating him on his appointment and highlighting the significance of a seasoned Pakistani diplomat leading the regional bloc. During the meeting, President Zardari expressed confidence...
President Zardari, UAE Envoy discuss expanding Pakistan–UAE partnership across key sectors
ISLAMABAD, Friday, December 19, 2025 (WNP): Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to Pakistan, Salem Mohammed Salem Al Bawab Al Zaabi, on Friday called on President Asif Ali Zardari and held discussions on strengthening bilateral cooperation and advancing shared interests. Welcoming the newly appointed ambassador, President Zardari conveyed his best wishes for a successful tenure and expressed appreciation for...
Australia declares Day of Reflection to honor victims of Bondi Beach terror attack
SYDNEY, Friday, December 18, 2025 (WNP): Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday announced that Sunday, December 21, will be observed nationwide as a Day of Reflection to honor the victims of the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach and to express solidarity with those affected by the tragedy. In a statement, the Prime Minister called on Australians to participate in...
Pakistan, Tajikistan celebrate shared heritage as President Zardari inaugurates Week of Tajikistan Culture
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, December 18, 2025 (WNP): President Asif Ali Zardari on Thursday inaugurated the Week of Tajikistan Culture in Pakistan, highlighting the centuries-old historical and cultural bonds between Pakistan and Tajikistan rooted in the ancient Silk Route and a shared Persian linguistic and literary heritage. Addressing the opening ceremony at the Pakistan National Council of Arts (PNCA), the President warmly...
Japan, UNDP launch $3.5 mln initiative to strengthen local governance, services in KP’s merged districts
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, December 18, 2025 (WNP): The Government of Japan, through the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), on Thursday launched a new initiative aimed at strengthening local governance and improving access to essential public services in KP’s Merged Districts. Titled “The Project for Development...