Friday, December 26th, 2025
CAF, IRS hosts Post-COP30 panel discussion
ISLAMABAD, DEC 26 /DNA/ – Climate Action Forum (CAF) in collaboration of Institute of Regional Studies (IRS) and Institute of Rural Management (IRM) has successfully hosted Post-COP30 panel discussion with a strong focus on translating global climate commitments into national policies and grassroots action relevant to Pakistan’s context. The event brought together over 100 participants from government departments, academia/students and civil society. The event was graced by Ms. Khalida Bashir, Joint Secretary, Climate Finance Wing, Ministry of Climate Change & Environmental Coordination(MOCC&EC), as Chief Guest, said a press release. Distinguished panelists included Khalida Bashir (Joint Secretary, ClimateRead More
Pak space journey soars, moon mission planned
Director stated that next year, Pakistan will continue its momentum with multiple satellite launches, further solidifying its presence in space exploration. Looking ahead, he confirmed that Pakistan’s ambitions will expand, with plans to reach both the Moon and Mars DNA ISLAMABAD: SUPARCO Director Shafaat Ali Friday proudly announced that 2025 will be remembered as a breakthrough year for Pakistan in space projects, with the nation’s sights already set on the Moon in 2026, backed by the collaborative support of both Pakistani and Chinese governments. While speaking with a local mediaRead More
Babar Azam’s poor form continues in BBL 15
SYDNEY: Pakistan star batter Babar Azam’s struggles with the bat continued in the ongoing Big Bash League (BBL) 15, as he was dismissed for just two runs while playing for Sydney Sixers in Friday’s clash against Melbourne Stars at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). Babar fell victim to Sam Curran, whose consistent out-swing deliveries troubled the right-handed batter. He missed the first-three balls, which went straight into the hands of the wicketkeeper, before edging the fifth delivery—sharply swinging late—towards slip fielder Glenn Maxwell, who took a simple catch. He facedRead More
Pakistan rolls out red carpet for UAE President Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan
ISLAMABAD, DEC 26: United Arab Emirates (UAE) President and Ruler of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, accompanied by a high-level delegation, arrived in Islamabad on Friday on an official visit to Pakistan at the invitation of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. The UAE president was received by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Asim Munir along with a number of ministers and senior officials upon his arrival at Nur Khan airbase. As the president’s aircraft entered Pakistani airspace, it was escorted by a formationRead More
Field Marshal’s Strategic Offer to the Muslim World
Qamar Bashir During his recent visit to Libya, Pakistan’s Field Marshal addressed a high-level gathering that included senior Libyan leaders and top military officials. What he presented was not a routine diplomatic message but a strategic doctrine shaped by Pakistan’s own experience of war, sanctions, and pressure. He reminded the audience that Pakistan learned long ago that depending on foreign military technology becomes dangerous when the nation faces existential threat. In moments of conflict, supplier nations often convert technology into leverage—delaying or freezing spare parts, blocking software updates, halting ammunitionRead More
China’s Wakhan Corridor Dilemma: Economic Development or Security?
On August 21, the Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi landed in Kabul, after visiting India and Pakistan. The visit to Afghanistan holds significance as it comes after a gap of three years, the last being in March 2022. But far more consequential was the actual itinerary of the visit, notably a tripartite meeting with Pakistan and Afghanistan intended to address Chinese security concerns related to a narrow piece of land connecting China and Afghanistan, called the Wakhan Corridor. The Wakhan Corridor is a 350-km narrow piece of land, ranging from 10Read More