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Saudi Arabia, US and China express condolences over Gul Plaza tragedy

Saudi Arabia, the United States and China have conveyed condolences to Pakistan following the Gul Plaza incident, as rescue operations continue and authorities investigate the cause of the collapse.

Pakistani Shooter Wins Asian Shotgun Gold, Sets New World Record in Doha

Pakistan’s Colonel Farrukh Nadeem won the gold medal in the trap event at the Asian Shotgun Championship in Doha, setting a new world record under the competition’s revised format.

Pakistan eyes global bond market comeback after four-year gap

Pakistan is preparing to re-enter international bond markets after a four-year absence, as officials point to improved macroeconomic stability and progress under ongoing economic reforms.

Pakistan signs $603m development deals with Islamic Development Bank

Pakistan and the Islamic Development Bank have signed financing agreements worth $603 million to support motorway construction, poverty alleviation and education initiatives across multiple regions.

Pakistan unveils locally made electric, solar transport project

Pakistan has launched a locally developed electric and solar-powered transport initiative, marking a step toward cleaner mobility and domestic manufacturing in the energy sector.

Pakistan’s defence industry draws interest from 13 countries after combat exposure

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.

Field Marshal Asim Munir calls people-friendly policing vital for internal security

Field Marshal Asim Munir says a strong, people-friendly police force is essential for internal security, stressing continued support from the armed forces.

Morocco engages Pakistan on JF-17 jets, defence hardware talks widen

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.

US–Pakistan trade projected to exceed $8bn in 2025: US Embassy

Trade between Pakistan and the United States is expected to surpass $8 billion in 2025 as both sides expand economic engagement, the US Embassy said following meetings with exporters in Sialkot.

Pakistan Railways to complete major digitisation phase by June 2026

Pakistan Railways has launched its largest digital modernisation programme, with the first phase of the RAIN project scheduled for completion by June 2026, officials said.

Pakistan, Indonesia move to revive rice trade, expand agricultural cooperation

Pakistan and Indonesia have agreed to revive rice trade cooperation and explore wider agricultural and investment ties as both sides move to deepen bilateral economic engagement.

Pakistan moves to regulate crypto with first Virtual Assets framework

Pakistan has taken its first formal step toward regulating cryptocurrencies as part of a broader digital economy push, with officials outlining plans for a national virtual assets framework.