Foreign Affairs

Pakistan and Somalia have signed an agreement allowing visa-free travel for diplomatic passport holders, as both countries move to strengthen bilateral cooperation in law enforcement and justice.

Pakistan and the United States have agreed to launch joint operations against fraudulent visa networks as both sides move to curb illegal immigration and strengthen law enforcement cooperation.

Iran has welcomed Pakistan’s decision to vote against a UN Human Rights Council resolution, calling it a principled and independent diplomatic stance.

Air India is expected to post a record $1.6bn loss after a fatal aircraft crash and Pakistan’s continued airspace closure forced costly flight rerouting.

Pakistan is moving to expand trade and connectivity cooperation with the Russia-led Eurasian Economic Union as part of efforts to diversify export markets and strengthen its role as a regional transit hub linking Central Asia with South Asia and the Middle East.

Pakistan has formally joined the Gaza Board of Peace after Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif signed the charter at Davos, as US President Donald Trump announced the initiative.

Pakistan has formally accepted an invitation to join the proposed Board of Peace, a US-backed initiative aimed at supporting a lasting ceasefire, humanitarian relief and post-conflict reconstruction in Gaza.

Global interest in Pakistan’s defence industry has increased following recent combat exposure of its military platforms, prompting exploratory talks with multiple countries over fighter jets, drones and missile systems.

Pakistan has entered defence-related discussions with Morocco as interest grows in its JF-17 fighter jets and other military equipment, officials and industry sources indicate.

Israeli media reports have floated the idea of a potential “Muslim NATO,” linking Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia, though no official confirmation has emerged from the countries mentioned.

Pakistan and China have moved forward on a joint “Skills Passport” framework, with TEVTA playing a central role in aligning vocational certification with international standards.

Pakistan and China are expected to sign several memorandums of understanding aimed at boosting agricultural investment and cooperation during a major conference in Islamabad.