Applications open for 2027 Fulbright Program as US–Pakistan education ties deepen
ISLAMABAD, Friday, February 20, 2026 (WNP): The United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan (USEFP) has announced the opening of applications for the prestigious 2027 Fulbright Student Program, offering fully funded opportunities for Pakistani students to pursue graduate studies at leading universities in the United States. Funded by the U.S. government in partnership with the Government of Pakistan, the merit-based scholarship...
Celebrate Eid together: Gold Box rings in festivities with amazing surprises
ISLAMABAD: Friday, February 20, 2026 (WNP): GOLD BOX, an innovative e-commerce platform in Pakistan, has launched an Eid Special Campaign, bringing shopping surprises, festive warmth and interactive experiences to users. The Eid campaign, runs from February 18 to March 20, 2026, covering the late period of Ramadan and the whole Eid festival, with a variety of interactive and reward mechanisms...
Iranian ambassador extends Ramadan greetings, prays for unity, prosperity of Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, February19, 2026 (WNP): Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, has extended warm greetings to the Muslim world, particularly the government and people of Pakistan, on the arrival of the Holy Month of Ramadan. In a message issued on Thursday, the ambassador began by reciting a verse from Surah Al-Baqarah (2:183), which underscores fasting as a means...
Pakistan, UAE reaffirm commitment to expanding trade, parliamentary cooperation
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, February 19, 2026 (WNP): Advisor to the Chairman Senate of Pakistan, Misbah Khar, held a meeting with the Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Pakistan, Salem Mohammed Salem Al Bawab Al Zaabi, at the UAE Embassy, reaffirming the two countries’ commitment to strengthening their longstanding fraternal ties. The meeting featured comprehensive and forward-looking discussions aimed at enhancing...
Islamabad–Ankara move to deepen strategic partnership, boost economic engagement
ISLAMABAD, Thursday, February 19, 2026 (WNP): Advisor to the Chairman Senate, Misbah Khar on Thursday held a meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Pakistan, Irfan Neziroglu, at the Turkish Embassy in Islamabad, reaffirming the two countries’ commitment to expanding economic and strategic cooperation. During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral relations,...
Trump commends Pakistan’s civil, military leadership as Shehbaz calls for viable Palestinian State
WASHINGTON, Thursday, February 19, 2026 (WNP): U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday praised Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Pakistan’s Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, during the inaugural meeting of the Board of Peace in Washington, highlighting Pakistan’s “constructive role” in regional stability. The high-level gathering, attended by senior officials and diplomatic representatives, focused on global peace...
TIKA, AJK minister explore cooperation in vocational training, food security
ISLAMABAD, Wednesday, February 18, 2026 (WNP): The Country Coordinator of Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA), Saliha Tuna, received Chaudhry Javed Iqbal Badhanvi, Minister in the Government of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK), for discussions on expanding cooperation in vocational training, food security and regional development. Chaudhry Javed Iqbal Badhanvi, who holds portfolios including Food, AJK Technical Education and Vocational...
Pakistan invites Bangladesh PM for official visit as both sides signal reset in bilateral ties
DHAKA, Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal met Prime Minister Tarique Rahman in Dhaka following the latter’s oath-taking ceremony, conveying congratulations on behalf of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and extending a formal invitation to visit Pakistan. The meeting, described by officials as cordial and forward-looking, focused on revitalising bilateral relations...
Pakistan, IAEA deepen cooperation as INMOL Lahore designated centre of collaboration
VIENNA, Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif met with Rafael Mariano Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), at the Vienna International Centre on Tuesday, reaffirming Pakistan’s commitment to the peaceful and responsible use of nuclear technology. The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, Minister for Information and...
Bangladeshi youth’s warm gesture signals new momentum in Pakistan–Bangladesh ties
DHAKA, Tuesday, February 17, 2026 (WNP): Federal Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal witnessed an “inspiring and heartening” display of democratic optimism during his visit to Dhaka, as young Bangladeshis took to the streets to celebrate their country’s democratic transition. According to officials accompanying the minister, the streets of the capital were marked by scenes of jubilation,...