Saindak copper mine convoys stalled by militant attacks, threatening China’s copper imports Saindak copper mine supply routes in Balochistan have been repeatedly attacked, creating an effective “economic blockade” that risks …
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Pakistan condemns Japan-India statement linking Islamabad to cross-border terrorism
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiJapan-India joint statement linking Pakistan to cross-border terrorism raises alarm in Islamabad Japan-India joint statement prompts Pakistani protests and warnings that the language linking Pakistan to cross-border terrorism could strain …
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Pakistan begins mediating between Libya’s rival administrations, expanding diplomatic role
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPakistan Opens Mediation in Libya Between Rival Eastern and Western Administrations Pakistan has launched mediation in Libya between rival eastern and western administrations, broadening its diplomatic role beyond Asia after …
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Pakistan Launches Mediation Between Libya’s Rival Administrations, Expanding Diplomatic Reach
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPakistan mediates Libya talks as Army Chief Asim Munir leads quiet diplomatic push Pakistan quietly began mediating between Libya’s rival administrations, led by Army Chief Asim Munir, expanding its diplomatic …
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Pakistan mandates domestic banks to adopt sharia-compliant model from 2028
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPakistan orders domestic banks to convert to sharia-compliant model by 2028 Pakistan mandates domestically owned banks to adopt sharia-compliant banking by 2028, while foreign banks may continue offering non-Islamic services …
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Pakistan approves Lahore-Peshawar oil pipeline to lower fuel transport costs
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPakistan approves Lahore-Peshawar oil pipeline, completing north-south fuel corridor Pakistan approves Lahore-Peshawar oil pipeline, linking north and south to lower fuel transport costs and strengthen energy security amid tanker drivers’ …
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Pakistan IT freelance exports to surpass $1 billion this fiscal year
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPakistan freelance exports set to top $1 billion in fiscal year ending June 30, 2026 Pakistan freelance exports to exceed $1 billion in the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026, …
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Pakistan announces paramilitary force to secure Balochistan mining projects
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiPakistan to Create Balochistan Security Corridor, Form Paramilitary Force to Protect Mineral Investments Pakistan plans a dedicated Balochistan security corridor and new paramilitary force to safeguard mining projects and reassure …
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Indus Waters Treaty ruling upholds Pakistan challenge to India’s Kashmir hydro pondage
by Sato Asahiby Sato AsahiIndia Pakistan clash over Indus Waters Treaty after court backs Islamabad on pondage dispute International court upholds Pakistan’s plea against India’s pondage at two Kashmir hydro projects, reinforcing Islamabad’s position …
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Iran sends reply to US proposal via Pakistan, signals focus on ceasefire
by Sui Yuitoby Sui YuitoIran Sends Response to U.S. Proposal via Pakistan in Talks to End Fighting Iran sends response to U.S. proposal via Pakistan, state media reports; talks to focus on regional cessation …