ECC green signals the import of wheat, sugar
The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet has approved the import of 200,000 tonnes of sugar and 400,000 tonnes of wheat to build the strategic reserves in order to stabilize the price of these commodities in the market. A subcommittee was constituted to work out modalities for placing tenders in the international market in a timely manner.
Pakistan’s envoy discourages militias fighting Afghan Taliban
"If things translate into some kind of warfare between militias and Taliban, it will be dangerous," Imran Khan
Imran Khan extends invitation to Putin, discuss ties on call
Pakistan-Russia relations uplifted 2014 onwards when both countries had signed a defence pact. The deal laid down an exchange of intelligence and promotion of cooperation on international security.
Uzbekistan welcomes FM Qureshi’s plans on Afghan situation
A political solution in Afghanistan would lead to stronger trade and economic ties and strengthen linkages between the people in Central Asia as well.
India’s shameful defeat evident by its outcry in Afghanistan: Rasheed
Pakistan Interior Minister Rasheed claims that India's shameful defeat is evident by its outcry in Afghanistan as with its consulates closed, it cannot use Afghan soil against Pakistan. He delineates that the world would now know about India's nefarious designs in the region and realize that Pakistan desire peace and stability in Afghanistan.
Self-proclaimed President Saleh alleges Pakistan a Taliban sanctuary
Amrullah Saleh implies that Afghanistan was under pressure from the US and Pakistan to release the Taliban, which led to its eventual downfall, the very US that put his government in power in the first place.
Pakistan rejects HRW’s claims on PMDA
The spokesperson regretted that Ms Grossman did not even bother to check the factual position from the concerned authorities.
Taliban takeover makes Malala Yusufzai emotional
Comparing her tragedy to the events occurring currently in Afghanistan, Malala Yousaufzai empathizes with those less fortunate than her.
Tajikistan in full support of Pakistan’s proposal on Afghanistan
The development came as Foreign Minister Shah Mahmood Qureshi held a meeting with the Tajik president on the current situation in Afghanistan.
Shaheen’s 10 wickets thrash West Indies in second test match; series drawn at 1-1.
Pakistan levels the series 1-1 after winning the second test match against West Indies by 109 runs. Shaheen Shah Afridi wins man of the match and man of the series for his Maiden 10 wicket haul.
COVID vaccinations in Afghanistan decline post Taliban takeover: UN
The drop is understandable, as, in situations of chaos, conflict and emergency, people will prioritize their safety and security first.
EU is uninterested in Afghanistan’s stability, FM Lavrov
"It is sad if these are the people developing policy for the EU.”