WASHINGTON/BRUSSELS – The United States has made a significant decision to reduce its personnel at NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), triggering deep concerns among European allies. According to experts, while this move is militarily limited, it holds profound political and symbolic importance.Analysts suggest this decision could have far-reaching implications for the seven-decade-old defense relationship between…
ZURICH – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has arrived in Switzerland to participate in the 56th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum. At Zurich International Airport, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in Geneva Muhammad Bilal, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Switzerland Marghoob Saleem, and Pakistani diplomatic staff in Switzerland received the Prime Minister.Accompanying the…
Islamabad (Bureau Report):The Islamabad Union of Journalists is set to hold its first formal organizational meeting soon in the federal capital. The session will be chaired by Shah Nawaz Khan, Chairman of the Union.This unique and pioneering meeting will bring together senior journalists from across the country, as well as prominent political, social, and public…
Islamabad: Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has departed for Davos, Switzerland, to attend the World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting 2026, scheduled to take place from January 19 to 23. The prime minister is accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar, Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Cheema,…
Islamabad: A delegation of the Tanzania Navy, led by Commodore Frank Jotham Mwasikolile, Director of Planning and Operations, visited the National Institute of Maritime Affairs (NIMA) to enhance bilateral collaboration and explore potential areas of mutual interest. During the visit, discussions focused on cooperation in the fields of the Blue Economy, maritime security, maritime law,…
Islamabad: Pakistan and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) on Monday signed three financing agreements worth approximately $603 million to support key infrastructure, social protection and education projects in the country.The agreements were finalised in Islamabad following high-level talks between Pakistan’s Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema and an IsDB delegation led by the Bank’s…
Islamabad: Malaysian High Commissioner to Pakistan, Dato’ Muhammad Azhar Mazlan, has reaffirmed Malaysia’s commitment to strengthening economic ties with Pakistan, with both sides pledging to enhance bilateral trade volume to between $3 and $4 billion through expanded cooperation in trade, investment, and people-to-people exchanges.The High Commissioner made these remarks during a meeting with a delegation…
BERLIN – The world’s largest agriculture and food fair, “International Green Week” (Grüne Woche), has opened in Berlin, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2026.Every year, hundreds of thousands of visitors attend this prestigious exhibition showcasing agricultural products, food, and cutting-edge farming technology from around the globe. This year’s event holds special significance as it marks…
BERLIN/KYIV – Germany has announced an additional 60 million euros in aid to Ukraine to help the country through the harsh winter months. The funding will be used to restore energy infrastructure damaged by Russian attacks.Throughout the war, Russia has targeted Ukraine’s power plants, electrical grids, and heating systems, leaving millions of civilians facing electricity…
FRANKFURT/BERLIN – For the first time in history, Germany has been awarded the prestigious title of “World Design Capital” for 2026, with the honor specifically going to Frankfurt and the Rhine-Main region.This distinguished recognition from the World Design Organization celebrates cities that demonstrate excellence and innovation in design. The Frankfurt Rhine-Main area is renowned for…
