Monday, August 24th, 2026
China, Pakistan celebrate 75 years of ironclad friendship
ISLAMABAD, AUG 24 /DNA/ – Today August 24, 2026 a Strategic Dialogue: 75th Anniversary of Pak-China Diplomatic Ties and its Significance along with celebrations of the 105th Anniversary of CPC and 77th National Day of China and book launching of Dr Mehmood Ul Hassan Khan was held at Air Force Housing Scheme Club Gulberg Lahore in which H.E. SunYan the Consul General of people’s Republics of China Lahore being Guest of Honor graciously participated and delivered a keynote speech. Counsel General SunYan highlighted strategic significance of China-Pakistan’s bilateral relations andRead More
Ishaq Dar, Kuwaiti FM discuss bilateral ties, regional peace
ISLAMABAD, AUG 24 /DNA/ – DPM/FM Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar spoke with the Foreign Minister, Sheikh Jarrah Jaber Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah. Both leaders discussed bilateral relations and matters of mutual interest, reaffirming the importance of further strengthening the close and brotherly ties between Pakistan and Kuwait. On regional developments, DPM/FM stressed that dialogue and diplomacy, and the implementation of the Islamabad MoU in letter and spirit, remain the only way forward for lasting peace and stability.
Trump says Iran ‘collapsing’ as US threatens ‘economic D-Day’
WASHINGTON, AUG 24: US President Donald Trump said Monday that Iran was “collapsing” as Washington prepared to announce the details of a new economic pressure campaign that Tehran has derided as an admission of defeat. Almost six months into their war, the two sides are locked in a stalemate, with peace talks stalled, Iran keeping the key Strait of Hormuz shut and Washington persisting with a naval counter-blockade of Iran. Under political pressure at home over the economic impacts of the conflict, Trump has pivoted away from military action toRead More
Mauritius Envoy for stronger trade, cultural ties with Pakistan
The High Commissioner revealed that he has already held meetings with Pakistan’s Ministry of Commerce officials to explore possibilities of free trade agreements. He expressed his priority to promote business-to-business linkages, student exchanges, tourism, and educational cooperation Saifullah Ansar ISLAMABAD, AUG 24 /DNA/ – Mauritius High Commissioner to Pakistan, Munsoo Kurrimbaccus, has emphasized the need to strengthen trade and cultural ties between Pakistan and Mauritius. Speaking at the National Press Club’s “Meet the Press” program, he highlighted the vast potential for cooperation in business, education, tourism, and cultural exchange. AmbassadorRead More
PM Shehbaz, Sindh CM agree to maintain political harmony amid tensions
ISLAMABAD, AUG 24: Sindh Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah on Monday called on Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, during which they agreed to maintain political harmony and consultation on matters of national importance. In the meeting, they also discussed affairs related to politics, Sindh province, ongoing development projects, and matters of mutual interest, according to a statement issued by the PM Office. The meeting was attended by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, Adviser to the Prime Minister on Political Affairs Rana Sanaullah, Information Technology Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja, Law Minister AzamRead More
Pakistan seeks IMO’s urgent intervention to secure release of held seafarers
ISLAMABAD, AUG 24 – Pakistan has sought urgent intervention from the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to secure the release and safe return of 10 Pakistani seafarers being held aboard MT Honour 25. Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar made the request during a meeting with IMO Secretary-General Arsenio Dominguez in London, according to a statement from the Foreign Office on X. The MT Honour 25, a Palau-flagged product tanker, was seized on April 21, approximately 30 nautical miles off Somalia’s Puntland region, with 17 crew membersRead More