Russia in April suspended its ban on the Taliban in a move that paved the way for Moscow to normalise ties with the leadership of Afghanistan. No country has formally recognised the Taliban’s government, which took over the country in 2021 as U.S.-led forces withdrew. “We hope this new phase will allow both countries to […]
Pakistan on Friday said the charge d’affaires stationed in Kabul would be elevated to the rank of ambassador, with Kabul later announcing its representative in Islamabad would also be upgraded. “This elevation in diplomatic representation between Afghanistan & Pakistan paves the way for enhanced bilateral cooperation in multiple domains,” the Afghan foreign ministry said on […]
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar stated that relations between Pakistan and Afghanistan are moving in a positive direction, with significant progress made during a successful visit by a Pakistani delegation to Kabul on April 19, 2025. Dar said that appointing an ambassador will further strengthen ties between the two brotherly nations, fostering […]
The deputy prime minister, addressing a news conference, said that it was not a routine diplomatic engagement but with clear and urgent objectives, also featuring bilateral meetings with Chinese leadership and trilateral dialogues involving Afghanistan. Dar told the media that a clear agreement was reached with both China and Afghanistan that no terrorist organization — […]
As per details, progress has been made in restoring diplomatic ties between Pakistan and Afghanistan, as both countries have agreed to reinstate full ambassador-level relations, according to sources. Sources confirm that steps to reestablish complete diplomatic engagement at the ambassadorial level are expected soon. The decision was reportedly made during high-level contacts between the two […]
According to a spokesperson from Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the ministers agreed to strengthen diplomatic ties and maintain effective communication to foster trade, infrastructure development, and regional prosperity. The three parties committed to deepening collaboration under China’s Belt and Road Initiative, with a specific focus on extending the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) to Afghanistan to boost […]
“Afghanistan has experienced improved security conditions, and its stabilizing economy no longer prevents its nationals from returning home,” Secretary Noem stated in a press release. The TPS designation for Afghanistan will expire on May 20, 2025, with the termination becoming effective on July 12, 2025. Under U.S. law, the Secretary of Homeland Security is required […]
“Preparatory meetings have been ongoing and hopefully, within days, I will be visiting Kabul for a day to break this logjam, which has been there for the last few years,” said Mohammad Ishaq Dar, the foreign minister. Meanwhile, Afghan Acting Minister for Commerce and Industries Haji Nooruddin Azizin called on Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign […]
As per details, the earthquake tremors were felt in parts of Punjab, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The quake’s epicentre was located in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan, at a depth of 69 kilometers. Despite the moderate magnitude, the tremors were widely felt across the northern and central parts of Pakistan. Tremors were reported in Upper Dir, […]
The attack took place on March 11, when the Peshawar-bound Jaffar Express — carrying 440 passengers — was ambushed. Several hostages were taken during the assault, prompting a two-day security operation to neutralize the threat and rescue the captives. Weapons were left behind by United States forces following their 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan. Among the […]
