Pakistani foreign relations
Pakistan has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the council of heads of government (CHG) meeting, to be hosted by the country in October. The meeting will take place on October 15-16, as Pakistan holds the rotating chairmanship of CHG, the second-highest decision-making body in the
Pakistani foreign relations
Pakistan's decision-makers continue to harbor a misguided sense of complacency, largely neglecting systemic deficiencies and meandering through international relations without a clear direction. The country's National Security Policy, unveiled in January 2022, aimed to prioritize a people-centric approach but oversimplified the complexities of balancing geo-economic and
Ambassadors
Pakistan's new ambassador to the US, Rizwan Saeed Sheikh, has formally taken up his post in Washington DC, emphasizing the importance of strengthening Pakistan-US relations and economic ties. In his first meeting with embassy officers and department heads, Ambassador Sheikh outlined his priorities, including cementing multifaceted relations, enhancing
Pakistani foreign relations
On a solemn day, the Pakistan High Consulate in The Gambia commemorated Pakistan Day, a significant event that brought together the Pakistani community and dignitaries in the country. The Honorary Consulate of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Kabba K. Krubally, highlighted the importance of the day, noting that it represents
National security
Pakistan has overcome numerous challenges to reach its 77th Independence Day, with the government and people committed to maintaining national security, unity, and peace. The cornerstone of Pakistan's foreign policy is friendship with all nations, with a special emphasis on maintaining cordial relations with Islamic countries. As the
Pakistani foreign relations
Historians are well aware of the phenomenon of "path dependence," where past events shape the present and future. This dynamic has significantly influenced the complex and often tumultuous relationship between the United States and Pakistan since the latter gained independence in 1947. As the world grapples with the
Pakistani foreign relations
Shaurya Doval, the founder of India Foundation and a BJP leader, has opined that India has gained an edge over its neighbour, Pakistan, with the latter now posing a nuisance value rather than a strategic threat. Doval highlighted that India's economic growth is its key strength, and it
Foreign ministers
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has reportedly approved the appointment of Amna Baloch as the country's new foreign secretary, effective on September 9, when the current foreign secretary Cyrus Qazi reaches superannuation age. The appointment marks a significant shift in Pakistan's diplomatic corps, with
Pakistani foreign relations
Sheikh Hasina's two-decade tenure marked by strained relations with Pakistan came to an end amidst widespread protests over job quotas, authoritarian rule, and economic mismanagement. The sudden change presents a rare opportunity for both countries to reset bilateral ties and redefine their strategic landscape. Pakistan can now engage
Diplomats
The US-Pakistan relations continue to blossom, with a recent $110 million investment in educational and cultural heritage projects highlighting the robust and multifaceted ties between the two nations. Shahid Ahmed Khan, Advisor to the US President on Arts, has expressed his enthusiasm for working in Pakistan's arts and
Pakistani foreign relations
Diplomatic tensions between India and Pakistan remain elevated, with no significant indication of a thaw in relations between the two nations. The forthcoming multilateral summit hosted by Pakistan in October is unlikely to bring about any improvement, given the current stalemate. Sports, traditionally a conduit for diplomatic engagement, has also
Pakistani foreign relations
Pakistan's Foreign Office (FO) has sharply condemned Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's allegations of Islamabad trying to stay relevant through 'terrorism' and 'proxy war', slamming them as 'bravado and jingoism' that undermine regional peace. The FO statement came in response
