Iran has allowed visa-free entry to nationals from 28 countries in an attempt to boost its tourism industry. Iran, however, did not allow visa-free entry to Pakistanis. Starting from February …
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International
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The US State Department declined to comment on India’s involvement in the murder of two Pakistani nationals in Sialkot and Rawalakot last year. Foreign Secretary Muhammad Syrus Sajjad Qazi revealed …
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TTP says it will not attack election rallies in Pakistan as it targets security forces
ISLAMABAD: Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has pledged not to attack election rallies in the country, saying its targets are limited to the military and security forces, as political parties and independent …
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Economy
Strategic alliances for growth: USAID investment and climate summit underscores US support for Pakistan’s economy
ISLAMABAD: The Investment and Climate Summit orchestrated by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Investment Promotion Activity stood as a momentous occasion, underscoring the U.S. Government’s commitment to …
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Torkham border reopens after 10 days closure as Pakistan-Afghanistan resolve thorny issues
A new agreement grants Afghan drivers until March 1 to ensure their documents are in order. Beyond April 1, drivers without the necessary paperwork will be denied entry from Afghanistan …
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International
Credibility at stake: Why did Iran strike Pakistan amid war in Gaza? Al-Jazeera report
The heightened threat perception in the region, coupled with domestic and external pressures, is believed to have compelled Iran to respond in such a manner.
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ISLAMABAD: Against the backdrop of rising tensions between Pakistan and Iran, Chinese Consul General in Karachi Yang Yundong expressed Beijing’s willingness to play a constructive role in resolving the differences …
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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Institute of Legislative Development and Transparency (PILDAT) has urgently advocated transitioning from a hybrid system to a fully functional democracy, as reported by The News on Wednesday. …
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ISLAMABAD: In the first half of FY24, Pakistan’s trade deficit showed a significant improvement, decreasing by 34.29% Year-over-Year (YoY) to $11.15 billion, contrasting with $16.97 billion in 1HFY23, as per …
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Economy
China puts on hold long-term deals and waiting for an elected government in Pakistan to sign accords
The delay in signing long-term agreements with Pakistan is seen as a strategic move by China to ensure that it is dealing with a stable and legitimate government.