Saudi Arabia strengthens global cooperation on forest fire preparedness, sustainable vegetation – NCVC participates in UN-backed forum in Istanbul 

ISTANBUL, Tuesday, October 21, 2025 (WNP): The National Center for Vegetation Cover Development and Combating Desertification (NCVC) of Saudi Arabia participated in the Country-Led Initiative on Forest Fire Preparedness and Innovative Technologies (CLI-FFPIT) held in Istanbul, Türkiye, from October 20 to 22, 2025. The initiative was organized in collaboration with the United Nations Forum on Forests (UNFF) Secretariat. The two-year...

Saudi Arabia launches livestock empowerment project to support 2,500 vulnerable families in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

PESHAWAR, Tuesday, October 20, 2025 (WNP): The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), in collaboration with the Relief, Rehabilitation and Settlement Department (RRSD) of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Provincial Disaster Management Authority (PDMA), and its implementation partner Peace and Development Organization (PADO), has launched a major livelihood initiative aimed at strengthening economic resilience among vulnerable households in the...

Hero-Arkadag launches next phase of TAPI gas pipeline, strengthening regional energy cooperation

HERAT, Monday, October 20, 2025 (WNP): The National Leader of the Turkmen people and Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan, Hero-Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, visited the construction site of the Serhetabat–Herat section of the Turkmenistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan–India (TAPI) gas pipeline, marking a major milestone in advancing regional energy connectivity and cooperation. The section, referred to as “Arkadagyň ak ýoly” (“The White Road...

Uzbek president’s visit to Belgium set to herald new era in ties with European Union

TASHKENT, Monday, October 20, 2025 (WNP): President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan will pay an official visit to Belgium this month, a landmark trip expected to usher in a new phase of engagement between Uzbekistan and the European Union through the signing of the Agreement on Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation (EPCA). Announcing the visit, Obid Khakimov, Director of the Center for...

Uzbekistan Airways doubles flights on Tashkent–Islamabad route to boost regional connectivity

ISLAMABAD, Monday, October 20, 2025 (WNP): Uzbekistan Airways, the national flag carrier of Uzbekistan, has announced a major expansion of its flight operations between Tashkent and Islamabad, doubling its weekly frequency from one to two flights effective October 28, 2025. The decision reflects the airline’s commitment to strengthening air connectivity between Uzbekistan and Pakistan amid growing travel demand from business...

MWL chief calls for unity, cooperation among Muslim nations to tackle global challenges

ISLAMABAD, Friday, October 17, 2025 (WNP): Secretary General of the Muslim World League (MWL) Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa has emphasized the importance of unity, mutual cooperation, and religious harmony within the Muslim world to effectively address contemporary global challenges amid an evolving geopolitical landscape. Speaking at a dinner hosted by former Federal Minister and Chairman of the Senate Standing...

Uzbek envoy highlights ‘Third Renaissance’ vision, calls Pakistan a true strategic partner

ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 16, 2025 (WNP): Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Pakistan Alisher Tukhtaev on Thursday said under the visionary leadership of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Uzbekistan had entered an era of renewal, progress, and openness, marking what he termed the country’s “Third Renaissance.” He expressed these views while addressing the presentation ceremony of the book “Uzbekistan: The Third Renaissance – Vision...

PM Shehbaz praises Muslim World League’s global role in promoting Islam’s true image

ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 16, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday lauded the Muslim World League (MWL) for its vital global role in promoting the true image of Islam and advancing the collective interests of the Muslim Ummah. He expressed these views during a meeting with Secretary General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Organization of...

Pakistan, Iran pledge to deepen bilateral cooperation beyond diplomacy: Abdul Aleem Khan

ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 16, 2025 (WNP): Federal Minister for Communications Abdul Aleem Khan on Thursday reaffirmed that Pakistan’s relationship with Iran is a deep-rooted and heartfelt bond - one that transcends traditional diplomacy and stands as a symbol of unity within the Muslim world. Speaking at a luncheon hosted by the Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Dr. Reza Amiri Moghadam,...

Iran congratulates Pakistan on election to UN Human Rights Council, hails shared commitment to global cooperation

ISLAMABAD, Thursday, October 16, 2025 (WNP): The Ambassador of Iran to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam on Thursday extended heartfelt congratulations to the Government and people of Pakistan on the country’s election to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) for the sixth time, securing an impressive 178 votes in the UN General Assembly. The Iranian envoy said Pakistan’s election with...