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Lebanon, Syria join CENTCOM-led Middle East security dialogue for first time
WASHINGTON, JUL 1: The US military headed a regional security dialogue in the Middle East on Tuesday, marking the first time Lebanon and Syria have participated in such a defense conference led by Washington. Senior military officials from Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, the UAE, and Yemen participated in the dialogue, which examined ways to enhance defense collaboration across the region, according to the US Central Command (CENTCOM). Participants all underscored their shared commitment to the free flow of commerce through the Strait of Hormuz,Read More
FBR achieves revised revenue target for fiscal year 2025-26
ISLAMABAD, JUL 1 /DNA/ – Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Wednesday commended the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) for successfully achieving the revised annual revenue collection target for FY2025-26, describing it as a landmark accomplishment made possible through teamwork, sustained reforms, and the unwavering commitment of the entire FBR leadership and field formations. Addressing a meeting at FBR Headquarters attended virtually by Chairman FBR Rashid Mahmood Langrial, Members of the FBR Board, senior officers, and Chief Commissioners and Chief Collectors joining virtually from across theRead More
The Digital Path to Transparency
Uzair Razzaq In Pakistan’s governance landscape, reform is often measured in reports, committees, and promises. Yet true transformation lies not in the rhetoric of reform but in the lived experience of citizens. Just as courts must move beyond pendency statistics, our public institutions must move beyond paperwork and opacity. The real test of reform is whether ordinary people feel empowered, informed, and included. For decades, governance has been trapped in dusty files and bureaucratic silos. Citizens seeking information encounter endless delays, misplaced records, and contradictory responses. The Right to InformationRead More
Cashless transactions now operational at all passport offices across country
ISLAMABAD: In order to facilitate citizens, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi on Wednesday announced that cashless transactions are now operational at all passport offices across the country. Taking to his X handle, the interior minister said: “Applicants no longer need to stand in long queues or wait for hours to make payments.” He maintained that this reform was initiated on the directions of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, adding that his team has successfully delivered it. “This is another step towards making public services faster, more transparent, and more convenient for ourRead More
New Italian Ambassador assumes duties in Pakistan
ISLAMABAD, 01 JUL (DNA) — Ugo Ciarlatani has officially taken office as the new Ambassador of Italy to Pakistan, pledging to deepen bilateral ties across political, economic, cultural, and academic spheres. In his inaugural message, Ambassador Ciarlatani emphasized Pakistan’s importance as a strategic partner for Italy, highlighting opportunities in sectors such as energy, infrastructure, agribusiness, mechanical engineering, textiles, technology, vocational training, and sustainability. He noted that Pakistan’s youthful and dynamic population offers considerable potential for collaboration. The Ambassador underscored cultural diplomacy as a cornerstone of his mission, pointing to Italy’sRead More
US missile allegations against Pakistan unfounded, says Foreign Office
ISLAMABAD, JUL 1 /DNA/ – In response to media queries regarding the statement by a senior US Official at a think-tank, the Spokesperson, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, made the following statement: The alleged threat perception from Pakistan’s missile capabilities and delivery means, raised by the US official are unfortunate. These allegations are unfounded, devoid of rationality and sense of history. Since 1954, Pakistan and the US have enjoyed a positive and broad-ranging relationship. The recent spate of US allegations towards a major non-NATO ally would be unhelpful for the overallRead More