Saturday, August 15th, 2026
RCCI strengthens Pakistan–Spain economic and cultural ties
RAWALPINDI, AUG 15 /DNA/ – Ambassador of Spain to Pakistan, Carlos Aragón Gil de la Serna, visited the Rawalpindi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (RCCI), where he held a meeting with RCCI President Usman Shaukat to discuss opportunities for strengthening bilateral trade, investment, economic cooperation and cultural relations between Pakistan and Spain. Senior Vice President Khalid Farooq Qazi, Vice President Fahad Barlas, former presidents, Executive Committee members and a large number of RCCI members were also present. President Usman Shaukat highlighted the vast potential for expanding Pakistan–Spain trade and emphasizedRead More
Japan defense minister visits contentious Yasukuni Shrine
TOKYO, AUG 15: Japanese Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi visited a shrine to the nation’s war dead on Saturday, prompting rebukes from China and South Korea, which consider it a symbol of Tokyo’s wartime aggression. Marking the 81st anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War Two, Koizumi wore a dark suit and tie as he visited Yasukuni Shrine, local media images showed. Kimi Onoda, minister for economic security, also visited, public broadcaster NHK reported. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who visited the shrine in central Tokyo multiple times before becoming leader lastRead More
Balloting underway at 23 polling stations in two constituencies of AJK’s Bagh
MUZAFFARABAD, AUG 15: Voting is underway across 23 polling stations in two constituencies of Bagh district in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Saturday. The election had been postponed at the stations on August 10 after polling staff did not arrive and tensions affected the situation. AJK Election Commission Secretary Raja Shakeel Ahmed Khan said at the time that polling could not be held at the affected polling stations due to unrest. The polling for the third phase of the AJK elections was held in four constituencies of Bagh andRead More
ICCI, Turkish business leaders celebrate Pakistan’s Independence Day
ISTANBUL, AUG 15 /DNA/ – The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI) delegation, led by President Sardar Tahir Mehmood, joined Turkish business leaders in Istanbul to celebrate Pakistan’s 79th Independence Day. The two sides jointly cut the Independence Day cake, reaffirming the enduring bonds of friendship, brotherhood and economic cooperation between Pakistan and Türkiye. Speaking on the occasion, ICCI President Sardar Tahir Mehmood said the freedom enjoyed by Pakistan was achieved through the immense sacrifices of the nation’s forefathers, making it the responsibility of every citizen to contribute toRead More
Saudi strengthens ties with Pakistan through new flights, seamless connectivity and new experiences
With new Saudi experiences in Karachi and Lahore, alongside expanded travel options, Pakistani travellers have more opportunities to discover Saudi’s diverse destinations, culture and attractions. KARACHI, AUG 15 /DNA/ – Saudi continues to strengthen its ties with Pakistan by offering travellers more opportunities to discover its diverse destinations, culture, heritage and experiences. From the heritage landscapes of AlUla and Diriyah to the energy of Riyadh and Jeddah, the coastline of the Red Sea and new developments such as Qiddiya, Saudi offers a growing range of experiences for Pakistani travellers. PakistanRead More
Pak HC in Ottawa marks Pakistan’s 80th Independence Day and Jinnah’s 150th anniversary
OTTAWA, AUG 15 /DNA/ – The High Commission for Pakistan in Ottawa as well as the three Consulates General in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver commemorated the 80th Independence Day of Pakistan and the year-long 150th birth Anniversary Celebrations of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah today. The Flag Hoisting ceremony was organized at the Chancery premises in Ottawa to celebrate the country’s Independence, the vision of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the resolve and unity of the Pakistani Nation. Special messages of the President of Pakistan, the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister/ForeignRead More