Saturday, May 17th, 2025
An Analysis of Indus Water Treaty
Fiza Shaheen The Indus Waters Treaty is a landmark water-sharing agreement between India and Pakistan, brokered by the World Bank. It was formulated to resolve disputes over the utilization of the Indus River system, which is vital for the agriculture, energy, and livelihoods of both nations. The river system comprises six major rivers: the Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej. Under the treaty, the three western rivers—Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab were allocated to Pakistan, while the three eastern rivers—Ravi, Beas, and Sutlej were allocated to India. Given that IndiaRead More
ICCI President lauds Tariff Reform Plan
ISLAMABAD, MAY 17: /DNA/ – Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, President of the Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), has welcomed the Government’s newly approved five-year tariff reform plan, describing it as a transformative step toward bolstering Pakistan’s export potential and economic resilience. In a significant policy shift, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has approved a comprehensive strategy aimed at reducing customs duties, additional customs duties, and regulatory duties on raw materials and semi-finished goods. The initiative is expected to drive export-led growth, attract foreign investment, generate employment, and curb inflation. TheRead More
Pakistan High Commission Ottawa observes Youme-Tashakkur
OTTAWA: MAY 16 (DNA):The High Commission for Pakistan observed the “Youm-e-Tashakkur” today to pay tribute to the entire Pakistani Nation and the Armed Forces for their profound national unity and bravery during “Operation Bunyaan-um-Marsoos” and “Marka-e-Haq”. Members of the Pakistani diaspora and friends of Pakistan attended the event at the High Commission premises in Ottawa. Special prayers were held for the martyrs who laid their lives in defending the motherland. In his remarks on the occasion, High Commissioner Muhammad Saleem lauded the relentless resolve of the entire nation steered byRead More
Decades of Trust and Cooperation: 74 Years of China-Pakistan brotherhood celebrated in Peshawar Pakistan
Comments by Syed Ali Nawaz Gilani The 74th anniversary of Pakistan-China diplomatic relations marks a significant milestone in the deep and strategic partnership between the two countries. China and Pakistan have stood with one another when real friends are needed. A recent example of that is the strong moral and diplomatic support extended by the People’s Republic of China in the Pakistan-India tension. Speakers at a function organized to commemorate the “74th Anniversary of the Diplomatic Relations between Pakistan and China” stated this. The event was jointly organised by theRead More