Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia conclude Al Battar-II joint counterterrorism military exercise
RAWALPINDI, NOV 26 /DNA/ – Pakistan–Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Joint Military Exercise Al Battar-II was conducted from 18–26 November 2025 in the Counter Terrorism domain. Combat teams from the Pakistan Army’s Special Services Group (SSG) and the KSA Army participated in the exercise. Exercise closing ceremony was concluded on 26 November at Tabuk, KSA. The General Officer Commanding Special Services Group attended the closing ceremony as the Chief Guest from Pakistan, while senior military officials from the KSA were also present. Troops from both brotherly countries demonstrated exceptional standardsRead More
Indonesian envoy vows to deepen economic ties with Pakistan
KARACHI, NOV 26 /DNA/ – The Pakistan–Indonesia Business Council (PIBC) of FPCCI hosted an important meeting with H.E. Mudzakir M.A., the Consul General of the Republic of Indonesia, at the FPCCI, marking a significant step toward strengthening bilateral trade ties between the two countries. The meeting was attended by a diverse group of influential figures, including Ahmad Syofian, Consul for Economic Affairs; Saquib Fayyaz Magoon, Senior Vice President of FPCCI; Abid Nisar, Chairman of the Pakistan–Indonesia Business Council (PIBC); Muhammad Abdullah, Director of PIBC; Abdul Rasheed Jan Mohammad, Chairman ofRead More
Pak, Bahrain vow stronger ties across economic, security and diplomatic domains
MANAMA, NOV 26 /DNA/ – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif held a comprehensive meeting with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince of Bahrain in Manama, aimed at expanding bilateral ties across economic, security, and strategic domains. The Prime Minister was presented a guard of honour upon his arrival at the Al-Qudaibiya Palace, reflecting the warmth and respect accorded by the Bahraini leadership. During the meeting, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked the Crown Prince for the generous hospitality and praised Bahrain’s consistent efforts in strengthening ties with Pakistan. He congratulated BahrainRead More
Chinese Ambassador pledges support to Pakistan’s agriculture industry
ISLAMABAD, Nov 26 (DNA): Chinese Ambassador to Pakistan Jiang Zaidong on Wednesday reaffirmed Beijing’s commitment to supporting Pakistan’s industrialisation, agricultural modernisation and major connectivity upgrades under CPEC Phase II, describing these sectors as central to Pakistan’s long-term economic recovery. In a video address to senior policymakers, scholars and students at a policy dialogue in Islamabad titled “Redefining Regional Connectivity: Pakistan–China Friendship in the New Geo-Economic Paradigm,” hosted by the BNU Center for Policy Research in collaboration with the Understanding China Forum, Jiang outlined China’s plans to expand cooperation across keyRead More
Portuguese Ambassador pays homage at Quaid-e-Azam Mausoleum
KARACHI, NOV 26 /DNA/ – The Ambassador of Portugal to Pakistan, Frederico Silva, visited the Quaid-e-Azam Mausoleum in Karachi on 23 November 2025 to pay homage to the Founder of Pakistan, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Upon arrival, the Ambassador was received with full protocol honors, including a ceremonial guard display conducted by the Pakistani Navy and Mausoleum’s protocol staff. Ambassador Silva laid a wreath at the tomb of Quaid-e-Azam, reflecting Portugal’s respect for Pakistan’s national heritage and acknowledging the enduring legacy of Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Following the ceremony, the Ambassador touredRead More
India rejects China’s territorial claim, asserts Arunachal Pradesh remains integral
NEW DELHI, NOV 26 – New Delhi has asserted that Arunachal Pradesh is an “integral part” of India in response to Beijing’s claim over the territory as the two countries rowed over the detention of an Indian citizen at Shanghai Airport. On Tuesday, India had issued a demarche to China over the detention of Prema Wangjom Thongdok, a UK-based woman from Arunachal Pradesh, at the Shanghai airport. Thongdok had said immigration officials had held for 18 hours and “mocked” her by saying the region was not a part of India.Read More