Pakistani foreign relations
The United States House of Representatives recently adopted a motion criticizing Pakistan's democracy, prompting a measured response from the Pakistani government. Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar announced that the government would introduce a resolution in the National Assembly countering the US motion. This move demonstrates Pakistan's
Foreign policy
Pakistan's foreign policy has consistently been influenced by domestic politics and the interests of its elite class, resulting in a group-centric approach rather than a state-centric one. The country's objectives and contours of foreign policy have remained largely unchanged since the 1970s, but implementation strategies have
Ambassadors
In a thought-provoking address at the Annual Pakistan Conference, Ambassador Masood Khan stressed the importance of nurturing Pak-US ties, highlighting mutual benefits in security and economic sectors. Khan emphasized the need for strong security links and intelligence cooperation between the two nations, advocating for the continuation of advanced military platform
Foreign ministers
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has called on India to adopt a "sober reflection" and engage in diplomatic efforts based on mutual respect and sovereign equality, marking the second effort to normalize relations since Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term
Pakistani foreign relations
Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar emphasized the need for good-neighbourly relations with India, based on mutual respect, sovereign equality, and a just and peaceful resolution of the long-standing Jammu and Kashmir dispute. This stance reflects Pakistan's consistent advocacy for peace in its neighbourhood, despite
Pakistani foreign relations
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar spoke at the Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad's (ISSI) 51st Foundation Day, emphasizing Pakistan's commitment to maintaining peaceful and cooperative relations with all countries, despite facing challenges. He highlighted the importance of dialogue, avoiding bloc politics, and adhering to the UN
Foreign ministers
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar called for a "sober reflection" on the future of ties between Pakistan and India, emphasizing the need for good neighborly relations and a just resolution of the Kashmir dispute. In a policy statement at the Institute of
Foreign ministers
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar emphasized the need for communication and dialogue in addressing global risks and promoting cooperative international relations during a ceremony in Islamabad. Dar reaffirmed Pakistan's commitment to peaceful and cooperative foreign relations, highlighting its strong support for the principles of
Pakistani foreign relations
As China and Pakistan continue to strengthen their strategic relationship under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), subtle changes in Beijing's diplomatic language are giving Islamabad a hint about the underlying issues in their bilateral ties. Despite their public display of harmony, the recent visit of Prime Minister
Foreign ministers
India's External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, has strongly criticized Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, for his comments on terrorism and India's handling of the issue. Addressing a press conference in Panaji, Jaishankar termed Bhutto as the "spokesperson of a terrorism industry"
Foreign ministers
The Pakistan Peoples Party Chairman, Bilawal Bhutto Zardari, expressed concerns about the restrictions on media freedom in Pakistan. He emphasized that democracy and freedom of the press are interconnected, and stated that the party has always supported journalists' rights. The PPP Chairman appealed to the international community to condemn
Prime ministers
Hussain Haqqani, Pakistan's ambassador to the United States, has tendered his resignation amidst the ongoing 'Memogate' scandal, which has strained relations between Pakistan and the US. Haqqani's resignation was accepted by Prime Minister Yousuf Raza Gilani, who stated that an inquiry into the affair
