Tuesday, July 14th, 2026
Indonesia, Pakistan advance a more sustainable, investment-oriented economic partnership
Karachi forum promotes diversified trade, two-way investment and practical cooperation towards a future CEPA KARACHI, JUL 14 /DNA/ — Indonesia and Pakistan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening a more balanced, sustainable, and investment-driven economic partnership at the Indonesia–Pakistan Investment and Business Forum held in Karachi. Organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Islamabad and the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia in Karachi, with the support of the Indonesia Investment Promotion Centre (IIPC) Abu Dhabi, the Forum brought together government officials, investment authorities, chambers of commerce,Read More
World cup celebration exhibition football matches held at Jinnah Stadium
ISLAMABAD, JUL 14 /DNA/ – In a vibrant celebration of the FIFA World Cup spirit and a testament to the unifying power of sports, two exhibition football matches were held at Jinnah Stadium, Islamabad. The event brought together the Diplomatic Team and the Pakistan Veterans Team in a friendly yet competitive showcase of football, friendship, and cultural exchange. Organized by Mr. Mubasher Sanjrani, a former international footballer and Chairman of the Islamabad Veterans Football Association, the event saw the Diplomatic Team field players representing more than 24 different nationalities. InRead More
Serena Hotels showcases Mango Diplomacy at ISH
Aziz Boolani assured that Serena Hotels will continue hosting such cultural and culinary events in the coming days, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to promoting Pakistan’s agricultural treasures and hospitality traditions DNA ISLAMABAD: Serena Hotels celebrated Pakistan’s rich mango heritage with a vibrant Mango Festival at the Islamabad Serena Hotel, marking another step in its culinary diplomacy initiative. Global CEO of Serena Hotels, Aziz Boolani, alongside KP Governor Faisal Karim Kundi, formally inaugurated the event. The festival showcased scores of mango varieties, delighting guests with the diverse flavors of Pakistan’s “fruitRead More
French Ambassador highlights liberty, equality, and fraternity
Addressing ongoing conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East, the Gulf, and Africa, Ambassador Galey reaffirmed France’s commitment, alongside European partners, to multilateralism and the peaceful resolution of disputes in line with the UN Charter DNA ISLAMABAD, JUL 14: Two hundred and thirty‑seven years after the storming of the Bastille, the ideals of Liberty, Equality, and Fraternity continue to guide France’s actions in a world facing profound upheaval, said Nicolas Galey, Ambassador of France to Pakistan. He emphasized that respect for international law remains central to French foreign policy, whileRead More
The Real IMF Strategy Lies in Production, Not Financing
Mujtaba Arshad Every time Pakistan signs another agreement with the International Monetary Fund, you can practically predict the conversation that follows. Critics call it proof the economy has failed again. Supporters insist the money is necessary just to keep things stable in the face of relentless external pressure. Both Camps, however, tend to talk past the real issue. The problem was never the IMF. It’s the structural weaknesses that keep dragging Pakistan back to the Fund’s door in the first place. The pattern by now is almost mechanical. Growth picksRead More
ECP mulls holding of local govt polls in KP
DNA ISLAMABAD, JUL 14: Under the chairmanship of Chief Election Commissioner Sikandar Sultan Raja, a significant meeting was convened at the Election Commission regarding the scheduling of local government elections in 23 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The meeting was attended by respected members of the Election Commission, the Secretary of the Commission, senior officials, as well as representatives from the provincial government including the Chief Secretary and Secretary Local Government. The Chief Election Commissioner highlighted the importance of establishing local governments, stressing that under Article 140‑A of the Constitution ofRead More