Pakistan Prepares for Two-Phase IMF Talks Amid Flood Challenges ISLAMABAD — Pakistan is gearing up for two rounds of crucial discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), sources confirmed. The first phase will focus on technical matters, followed by high-level policy negotiations. Officials said meetings are scheduled with the Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of […]
The meeting was also attended by US Consul General Charles Goodman, Political Officer Jared Hansen, Principal Secretary Agha Wasif, and other officials. Matters including flood response, food security, energy, security cooperation, and investment opportunities were discussed. During the talks, the Chief Minister reaffirmed his commitment to launching the Keti Bunder Port Project, terming it a […]
PM Highlights Pakistan’s Reforms in Meeting with World Bank President New York: Prime Minister Sharif met with World Bank Group President Ajay Banga on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly, updating him on Pakistan’s wide-ranging reform agenda. The discussions covered efforts in resource mobilization, energy sector reforms, privatization, and measures aimed at […]
PM Hails IMF Support as Pakistan Shows Signs of Economic Recovery New York: Prime Minister [Name] praised the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for its enduring support to Pakistan during a meeting with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on the sidelines of the 80th UN General Assembly session. The Prime Minister highlighted the IMF’s constructive partnership […]
Drones, Explosions Reported as Humanitarian Flotilla Faces Attacks at Sea A convoy of humanitarian ships heading to Gaza has reported multiple attacks, including drone flyovers, unexplained objects being dropped, disrupted communications, and explosions on several vessels, according to the Global Sumud Flotilla. The group did not provide details on any casualties. “We are witnessing these […]
Japan Signals Support for Palestinian State Amid Ongoing Gaza Conflict Nearly 80 percent of United Nations members now recognize the State of Palestine, with countries including Britain, Canada, and France adding their support this week—nearly two years after the conflict in Gaza began. Japan has joined the growing chorus of nations calling for Palestinian statehood. […]
Canada Investigates TikTok Over Children’s Data Collection Canada’s privacy authorities have found that TikTok is being used by hundreds of thousands of children in the country, despite the company’s claims that its platform is not meant for anyone under 13. A joint investigation led by Canada’s privacy commissioner, Philippe Dufresne, along with privacy authorities in […]
Super Typhoon Ragasa Batters Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Southern China A barrier lake in Taiwan’s eastern Hualien County overflowed on Wednesday, sending a wall of water into a nearby town, as heavy rains from Super Typhoon Ragasa lashed the island, the Taiwan fire department reported. Since Monday, Taiwan has been under the outer rim of […]
Super Typhoon Ragasa Brings Chaos to Hong Kong, Guangdong, and Taiwan As Super Typhoon Ragasa approached the coast, panic buying swept through Hong Kong, with residents rushing into supermarkets and leaving shelves nearly empty. Many stocked up on essentials, fearing shops could close for up to two days. Homes and businesses were reinforced, with windows […]
PIA Gets UK Cargo Licence, Faces Audit Heat Over Unpaid Dues ISLAMABAD – Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has secured approval to operate direct cargo flights from Pakistan to the United Kingdom, a development seen as a major boost for the airline’s international operations. According to officials, the licence was granted after a joint on-site audit […]
