Xi, Trump meeting in Busan: Beijing, Washington pledge to deepen economic, energy, & people-to-people cooperation
BUSAN, Thursday, October 30, 2025 (WNP): Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald J. Trump on Wednesday met in Busan in a high-profile meeting underscoring renewed efforts to stabilize relations between the world’s two largest economies and enhance cooperation on global challenges. The two leaders shook hands in a moment described by Chinese diplomats at the United States as...
Trump, Xi hold landmark meeting in South Korea: Major agreements reached on trade, energy & anti-fentanyl cooperation
SEOUL, Thursday, October 30, 2025 (WNP): U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday held a high-stakes meeting in South Korea, resulting in significant agreements aimed at boosting bilateral trade, expanding energy cooperation, and addressing the global fentanyl crisis. In a statement following the meeting on his social media account, President Trump described the discussions as...
Uzbekistan positions Central Asia as a hub of regional resilience, global cooperation: Expert
TASHKENT, Thursday, October 30, 2025 (WNP): Head of Department at the International Institute for Central Asia, Azamat Toshev, said that Uzbekistan’s growing engagement within the United Nations system reflects its evolution into a key driver of regional cooperation and global dialogue, as the world body marks its 80th anniversary amid geopolitical and economic challenges. Toshev noted that this milestone comes...
Iran Air launches historic Mashhad–Zahedan–Quetta flight, strengthening Pakistan–Iran regional connectivity
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 30, 2025 (WNP): Iran Air’s inaugural Flight 826 (A319) — operating on the Mashhad–Zahedan–Quetta route — landed at Quetta International Airport late Wednesday night to a ceremonial Water Cannon Salute, marking the airline’s first-ever operation to Balochistan’s capital in a landmark step toward strengthening regional air connectivity and fostering closer ties between Pakistan and Iran. The historic...
UNESCO General Conference: President Mirziyoyev calls for global unity in education, culture & climate action
SAMARKAND, Thursday, October 30, 2025 (WNP): President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev on Thursday urged the international community to strengthen cooperation in education, cultural preservation, gender equality, and climate action while addressing the opening ceremony of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, held for the first time in 40 years outside UNESCO’s headquarters in Paris. Welcoming global leaders, including...
Japan marks 71st Self-Defense Forces Day: Ambassador Akamatsu reaffirms commitment to stronger defense, disaster coop with Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 30, 2025 (WNP): The Ambassador of Japan to Pakistan, Akamatsu Shuichi, hosted a reception on Thursday to commemorate the 71st anniversary of Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) Day, underscoring Tokyo’s commitment to strengthening bilateral defense, humanitarian, and disaster-relief cooperation with Pakistan. The event, held at the Embassy of Japan, was attended by the Federal Minister for Defense, Khawaja...
Pakistan, Bangladesh revive economic cooperation after two decades; JEC session marks major breakthroughs in trade, investment & connectivity
DHAKA, Monday, October 27, 2025 (WNP): Pakistan and Bangladesh have revived their economic engagement after two decades as the 9th Session of the Pakistan-Bangladesh Joint Economic Commission (JEC) convened in Dhaka on Monday, marking a significant milestone in the two nations’ efforts to strengthen bilateral economic and development cooperation. The session — held after a 20-year hiatus — was co-chaired...
Pakistan–Turkiye brotherhood reaches new heights, says PM Shehbaz at Republic Day celebration
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, October 29, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday said the fraternal ties between Pakistan and Turkiye continue to strengthen, as both countries deepen cooperation in economic, defence, and strategic sectors. Addressing a ceremony commemorating the 102nd Republic Day of Turkiye, the Prime Minister said the leadership of the two nations had held several high-level meetings...
Pakistan, Bangladesh strengthen institutional cooperation: Dhaka delegation visits Federal Tax Ombudsman Secretariat to study governance model
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, October 29, 2025 (WNP): A high-level Bangladesh delegation visited the Federal Tax Ombudsman (FTO) Secretariat in Islamabad on Wednesday to study Pakistan’s Ombudsman system and explore avenues for establishing a similar institution in Bangladesh — marking a significant step toward regional cooperation in governance, accountability, and taxpayer facilitation. The delegation was led by Dr. Anisuzzaman Chowdhury, State Minister...
Pakistan, Iran agree to deepen security cooperation, strengthen border management
TEHRAN, Wednesday, October 29, 2025 (WNP): Federal Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday held separate high-level meetings with Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Ali Ardeshir Larijani and Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni in Tehran for expanding bilateral cooperation in security, counterterrorism, and border management. Upon arrival at the Supreme National Security Council, Minister Naqvi was warmly received by...