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Investigation finds Afghans paying up to $1,800 for Pakistani visas on black market

An investigation has found that some Afghan nationals are paying as much as $1,800 through unofficial channels to obtain Pakistani visas amid delays in the formal application process.

Saudi Arabia to sign strategic economic pact with Pakistan after defense agreement

Saudi envoy says Riyadh and Islamabad will soon finalize a strategic economic cooperation framework focusing on investment, energy and industrial projects.

Pakistan extends airspace closure for India-registered aircraft until March 23

Islamabad prolongs restrictions on Indian aircraft operations, including military and leased planes, citing ongoing aviation security measures.

Pakistan rules out Israel recognition, links future ties to Palestinian statehood

Defence Minister Khawaja Asif says Pakistan will not recognize Israel unless Palestinians obtain an independent homeland, reiterating Islamabad’s longstanding policy position.

Sri Lanka removes Pakistan from negative visa list after high-level talks

Sri Lanka has lifted visa restrictions on Pakistani nationals following a meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, officials said.

Pakistan links Afghanistan engagement to action against militant groups

Pakistan says future engagement and trade normalization with Afghanistan will depend on Kabul taking concrete measures against militant groups operating from its territory.

Army Chief Asim Munir meets global leaders at Munich Security Conference

Pakistan’s Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir held multiple high-level meetings with international officials during his visit to Germany for the Munich Security Conference, focusing on regional stability and defense cooperation.

Indonesia, Pakistan agree to expand air force training and defense cooperation

Indonesia expresses interest in deeper defense collaboration with the Pakistan Air Force as both sides discuss training exchanges and aerospace cooperation during official visit.

Pakistan PM congratulates BNP leader Tarique Rahman after Bangladesh election result

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif spoke with BNP leader Tarique Rahman, congratulating him on the party’s election victory and expressing intent to strengthen Pakistan-Bangladesh cooperation.

Pakistan, Russia discuss direct Moscow–Islamabad flights and land trade corridors

Pakistan and Russia review plans for a direct air link and regional land connectivity during OIC talks in Istanbul to expand trade and transport cooperation.

PM Shehbaz to attend Board of Peace summit in Washington on Feb 19

Pakistan confirms participation in international peace forum focused on Gaza reconstruction and regional stability.

Pakistan urges Afghanistan to stop use of its soil for attacks

Pakistan’s envoy to the UN calls on Afghan authorities to prevent militant groups from using Afghan territory against Pakistan.