Narco smuggling into Kashmir on the rise
Of the high-value drugs smuggled in from Afghanistan and Pakistan, 10% of the quantity is believed to be for local consumption and
‘Religious freedom conditions in Pakistan bad’
The USCIRF report cites Pakistan’s treatment of Ahmadiyya community, who continue to face severe official and societal persecution for their beliefs…reports Asian
Gloom for Pakistan’s maritime economy
In 2017 Pakistan Naval Chief announced the approval of a new shipyard at Gwadar, to be completed within three to five years.
The rise of Islamists questions democracy in Pakistan
Tehreek-e-Labaik Pakistan, a hardline religious organisation, was declared as proscribed by the Imran Khan-led government after the former had detained security officials
Stranded men die of starvation in Pak-Iran border
Pakistani has closed the border with Iran at Gwadar, Turbat and Panjgur about a month ago and stopped the vehicles which had
Qureshi Visit Cements Pak-Iran Ties
President Rouhani also offered support and cooperation to Pakistan in ensuring peace in Afghanistan, adding, “peace and stability could be ensured through
Iran stresses need to bolster Pak ties
Rouhani urged for the promotion of Tehran-Islamabad ties in trade, energy and border markets, adding it is necessary for both sides to
Deadly car bombing at Pak hotel hosting Chinese ambassador
China’s ambassador to Pakistan Nong Rong was staying at the hotel, but was not there when the bomb exploded…reports Asian Lite News
UAE extends $2 bn loan to Pakistan
The UAE’s support came during the visit of Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi to the Gulf nation…reports Hamza Ameer The United
Pak FM rules out meeting with Jaishankar
“I don’t think a meeting is set out with the Indian Foreign Minister… We want peace in the region and cordial ties