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PIDE calls for Middle East Recovery Mission to boost exports
New policy viewpoint urges the government to activate existing institutions, certify workers, support Pakistani firms and capture a share of the Gulf’s trillion-dollar project pipeline ISLAMABAD, JUL 15: /DNA/ – The Pakistan Institute of Development Economics (PIDE) has called for the immediate launch of a Middle East Recovery Mission to help Pakistan move beyond exporting workers and begin exporting contracts, services, goods and firm-level expertise. In its latest Policy Viewpoint, “Capturing the Middle East Recovery: From Labour Export to Contract Export,” authored by Dr Nasir Iqbal, Professor of Economics andRead More
Rising tensions as Iran reports civilian deaths
According to Iranian state media, the civilian casualties resulted from what Tehran described as “unprovoked and unlawful” US military action. Iranian officials warned that continued strikes would provoke “firm and direct” responses, accusing Washington of destabilizing the region at a sensitive moment DNA TEHRAN: Regional tensions escalated sharply on Wednesday as Iran claimed that recent US airstrikes had killed more than 30 civilians, amid a widening cycle of retaliatory attacks across the Middle East. The Iranian Revolutionary Guards said the strikes occurred near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical globalRead More
China-Russia Cooperation as a vital constant amid century-defining changes sweeping across the world
Jiang Zaidong & Albert Khorev July 16 marks the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation between China and Russia – a landmark document that laid a solid foundation for the comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era between our two countries. The Treaty formalised the historical tradition of good-neighbourliness and friendship between China and Russia, consolidated the existing ties in conformity with the interests of our peoples, and opened a new chapter in bilateral relations. Built upon the principles of equality,Read More
The 4th Shusha Global Media Forum: Azerbaijan’s path to progress and global dialogue
Saifullah Ansar The 4th Shusha Global Media Forum, held on July 13–14, 2026, in the historic city of Shusha, once again placed Azerbaijan at the center of international attention. With the theme “The Mission of the Media in Promoting Peace: Restoring Truth and Rebuilding Trust,” the forum gathered more than 160 media representatives from 54 countries, including 30 international news agencies and 60 leading media organizations. This gathering was not only a celebration of media’s role in shaping narratives but also a reflection of Azerbaijan’s remarkable development under the leadershipRead More
DPM Dar felicitates Ambassador Khan on appointment as envoy to Nepal
ISLAMABAD, Jul 14: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister (DPM/FM) Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar congratulated Ambassador-designate to Nepal Aamir Khan on his appointment. He underscored the importance of strengthening Pakistan-Nepal relations by enhancing bilateral cooperation in trade, tourism, education, and people-to-people exchanges During a call-on paid by the Ambassador-designate here, the deputy prime minister encouraged Ambassador Khan to work closely with the Nepalese leadership and business community to unlock new avenues of economic collaboration. The DPM/FM also appreciated Aamir Khan’s dedicated services as Director General (Americas) at the Ministry ofRead More
Dr Nikhat Shakeel Khan meets Bosnian delegation
ISLAMABAD, Jul 14: Member of National Assembly and the Convener of the Pakistan–Bosnia and Herzegovina Parliamentary Friendship Group, Dr Nikhat Shakeel Khan, met with a visiting delegation led by Minister of Human Rights and Refugees of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Dr Sevlid Hurtic at the Women’s Parliamentary Caucus, Parliament House, Islamabad. Welcoming the delegation, Dr Nikhat Shakeel Khan highlighted the longstanding and friendly relations between Pakistan and Bosnia and Herzegovina, founded on mutual respect, shared values, and historic solidarity. She recalled Pakistan’s steadfast support for Bosnia and Herzegovina and expressed confidenceRead More