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Rana Sanaullah Meets US Embassy Political Counselor to Discuss Pakistan–US Relations and Regional Stability

Islamabad: Federal Minister for Inter-Provincial Coordination Rana Sanaullah met with US Embassy Counselor for Political Affairs Terry Steers Gonzalez on Tuesday to discuss Pakistan–US bilateral relations, regional developments, and shared areas of interest, according to Beyond Time News. The meeting took place in Islamabad and focused on diplomatic cooperation, regional peace efforts, and strengthening engagement…

PM Shehbaz Chairs National Economic Council Meeting Ahead of Budget 2026–27

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday chaired a meeting of the National Economic Council (NEC) as Pakistan prepares its development priorities for the upcoming fiscal year 2026–27 budget, according to Beyond Time News. The high-level session brought together chief ministers, federal ministers, and senior officials to review proposed economic targets and discuss the distribution…

Pakistan Urges Restraint at UN, Warns Middle East Tensions Risk Wider Escalation

United Nations: Pakistan has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating security situation in the Middle East, warning that renewed hostilities and rising regional tensions highlight the fragility of peace efforts and the growing risk of further escalation. According to Beyond Time News, Pakistan raised the issue during a session of the United Nations Security Council,…

Pakistan Accelerates DISCO Privatisation, Launches Global Investor Outreach Campaign

Islamabad: The government has intensified efforts to privatise key electricity distribution companies (DISCOs), with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directing authorities to speed up the process and attract international investors as part of Pakistan’s broader economic reform agenda. According to Beyond Time News, the prime minister chaired a high-level meeting in Islamabad on Tuesday to review…

Pakistan Rejects Indian and Afghan Allegations at UN, Defends Border Operations Against Terrorist Networks

United Nations: Pakistan has rejected allegations from India and Afghanistan regarding recent military operations near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border. Islamabad says its forces targeted terrorist infrastructure and did not strike civilian sites. According to Beyond Time News, Pakistan’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, responded to the allegations during a UN Security…

Iran Demands $24 Billion in Frozen Assets as Key Condition for US Nuclear Deal Talks

Diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran are showing cautious progress, with Pakistan reportedly playing a growing mediating role. However, a major sticking point continues to block a breakthrough: Tehran’s demand for the release of $24 billion in frozen Iranian assets before any formal agreement is reached. According to Beyond Time News, Iranian officials…

PM Shehbaz Sharif Urges Restraint as Iran-Israel Tensions Threaten Fragile Peace Efforts

Islamabad: Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called on all parties involved in the escalating Iran-Israel conflict to exercise restraint and prioritize diplomacy, warning that renewed violence could undermine ongoing efforts to secure lasting peace in the Middle East. According to Beyond Time News, the prime minister emphasized that a peaceful resolution remains within reach and…

Israel’s Expanding Military Commitments Strain Economy as Defence Spending Surges

Jerusalem: The financial burden of Israel’s ongoing regional conflicts is placing increasing pressure on the country’s economy, public finances, and social services, raising concerns among economists about the long-term impact of sustained military spending. According to Beyond Time News, the cost of Israel’s multiple military engagements since October 2023 has climbed sharply, prompting higher government…

Pakistan Urges UK to Warn Diaspora and MPs Over Alleged Support for Banned Groups in AJK

Islamabad: Pakistan has urged the United Kingdom to caution members of its Parliament and sections of the Pakistani diaspora over alleged support for banned organisations in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), saying such actions reflect a misunderstanding of the region’s political and historical context. According to Beyond Time News, the Foreign Office (FO) issued a…