Friday, July 4th, 2025
German ambassador Grannas leaving after completing tenure
ISLAMABAD, JUL 4 /DNA/ – Germany’ Ambassador to Pakistan, Alfred Grannas, is set to depart after completing his tenure, marking the end of a significant diplomatic chapter. His exit coincides with the upcoming departures of envoys from the European Union (EU), Denmark, and Austria in August, signaling a major shift in Pakistan’s diplomatic landscape. Notably, the EU’s Ambassador Androulla Kaminara and Austria’s Ambassador Andrea Wicke, both female diplomats, will be replaced by male successors, bringing a change in gender representation among key missions. Meanwhile, Hungary and South Korea have alreadyRead More
Pakistan, Azerbaijan sign $2 billion economic investment pact
SHUSHA, JUL 4 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif witnessed the signing of a landmark agreement between Pakistan and Azerbaijan today, marking a significant step in bilateral economic cooperation. Under the agreement, Azerbaijan will invest USD 2 billion in Pakistan’s economic sector, bolstering trade and development ties between the two nations. The ceremony took place in Shusha, Azerbaijan, in the presence of high-level officials from both countries. The investment is expected to enhance key sectors of Pakistan’s economy, including energy, infrastructure, and technology, further strengthening the strategic partnership between Islamabad and Baku.Read More
Rwanda National Liberation Day celebrated
ISLAMABAD, JUL 4 /DNA/ – A grand ceremony was held at Islamabad Serena Hotel to mark Rwanda’s National Liberation Day, with Chief Guest Senator Mushahid Hussain Syed, Sindh Governor Kamran Tesori, and Rwandan High Commissioner Harerimana Fatou leading the celebrations. The event featured a cake-cutting ceremony, symbolizing the strong bilateral ties between Pakistan and Rwanda. Dignitaries, diplomats, and officials attended the function, highlighting mutual cooperation and shared values.
Khankendi Summit: Mirziyoyev, PM Sharif review bilateral roadmap progress
KHANKENDI, JUL 4 /DNA/ – On the margins of Economic Cooperation Organization summit in the city of Khankendi, a meeting took place between the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Prime Minister of Islamic Republic of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif. Topical issues of further expanding and strengthening of Uzbek-Pakistani relations of strategic partnership based on the adopted “road map”. The active contacts at various levels have been noted with satisfaction. The volumes of trade turnover, number of joint enterprises and direct flight are increasing. Trade houses are createdRead More
India’s white-ball tour of ‘postponed’
NEW DELHI, JUL 04 (DNA) — The Indian cricket team’s upcoming tour of Bangladesh, which was set to feature three ODIs and three T20Is from August 17 to 31, has reportedly been postponed indefinitely, Indian media reported on Friday. According to the reports, the delay follows a directive from the Indian government to the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), citing heightened political tensions between the two countries as the reason. Neither the BCCI nor the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has officially confirmed the postponement. The Bangladesh Cricket Board hadRead More
President, PM laud security forces
ISLAMABAD, JUL 04 (DNA) — President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Friday paid tribute to the security forces for eliminating 30 Indian-backed Khawarij terrorists while attempting to infiltrate through the Pak-Afghan border in Hassan Khel area of North Waziristan. The president and prime minister, in their separately issued statements, commended the bravery of security forces for carrying out the successful intelligence-based operations. “Security forces’ operations will continue until the complete elimination of terrorists. It is commendable that Pakistan’s security forces are successfully conducting operations to eliminateRead More