Saturday, August 9th, 2025
Pakistan hails Azerbaijan-Armenia peace deal as historic step
ISLAMABAD, AUG 9 /DNA/ – Pakistan welcomed the signing of the peace agreement between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Armenia. This historic moment reflects the wisdom and sagacity of Azerbaijan’s leadership in bringing a prolonged conflict to a peaceful resolution. Pakistan acknowledges and appreciates the efforts of President Trump in fostering conflict resolution and promoting peace across various regions of the world. As a steadfast advocate for peace and stability in the Caucasus and beyond, Pakistan hopes this agreement will mark the beginning of a new eraRead More
Saudi envoy presents FII Invitation from Crown Prince to PM
ISLAMABAD, AUG 9 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif today met with the Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan, Nawaf bin Saeed Al-Maliki, at the Prime Minister’s House. The Saudi ambassador presented to the Prime Minister an invitation personally signed by His Royal Highness Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, inviting him to participate in the 9th Future Investment Initiative (FII) Forum to be held in Riyadh from 27–30 October 2025. Accepting the invitation to attend the conference, the Prime Minister expressed heartfeltRead More
Pakistan-Tajikistan Dosti-II counter terrorism exercise concludes
RAWALPINDI, AUG 9 /DNA/ – Pakistan-Tajikistan Joint Counter Terrorism Exercise Dosti-ll was conducted from 4-9 August 2026 at Fakhrobod Base, Tajikistan. 2 x Combat Teams from Light Commando Battalion, Pakistan Army and 4 x Combat Teams from Tajikistan Special Forces participated in the Exercise. All training and military diplomacy objectives were achieved successfully. Exercise was concluded on 9 August 2026. DA (P) Tajikistan Colonel Muhammad Muazzam Zafar graced the ceremony as Chief Guest from Pakistan side; while, senior military officials from Tajikistan were also in attendance. The troops from bothRead More
Azerbaijan, US forge strategic partnership
A significant development during the visit was the U.S. President’s signing of an Executive Order extending the waiver of Section 907 of the Freedom Support Act DNA BAKU: The President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, H.E. Mr. Ilham Aliyev, paid an official visit to the United States of America on July 7–8, 2025, marking a new chapter in bilateral relations. During the visit, the Presidents of both countries signed a Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Government of the United States of AmericaRead More
Azerbaijan, Armenia seal historic peace deal: Aliyev’s statesmanship shines
Ansar Mahmood Bhatti In what many are calling a historic turning point for the South Caucasus, Azerbaijan and Armenia have signed a landmark peace agreement, facilitated by US President Donald Trump, officially bringing an end to over three decades of conflict. The ceremony showcased stark contrasts in the demeanor and delivery of the two leaders — with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev drawing particular praise for his confidence, openness, and statesmanlike composure. For 35 years, Azerbaijan and Armenia have been locked in a bitter dispute, marked by periodic escalations, devastating wars,Read More