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Islamabad has entered a new era of healthcare as Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) successfully performed the capital’s first-ever robotic surgery, marking a major leap in advanced medical care.

Pakistan has achieved a major medical milestone after surgeons based in Kuwait remotely performed a robotic-assisted gynecological surgery at a hospital in Karachi, marking the country’s first reported international telerobotic procedure.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed authorities to ensure the completion of a 200-bed cancer hospital in Islamabad by 2026, marking a significant step toward strengthening public healthcare services in the capital.

Pakistan’s Sindh Institute of Urology and Transplantation (SIUT) has launched the country’s first robotic-surgery web series and inaugurated one of the largest dialysis facilities in Karachi, marking a major step forward in advanced and accessible healthcare.

The Jinnah Medical Complex is being developed in Islamabad’s H-16 sector as a 1,000-bed medical, teaching and research hub, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif overseeing the project aimed at strengthening the capital’s healthcare system.

After completing the PIA privatisation process, Pakistan has approved a live-broadcast 5G spectrum auction, marking a key step toward the early launch of next-generation mobile services nationwide.

Arif Habib Consortium has emerged as the successful bidder for 75% of Pakistan International Airlines after submitting a Rs135 billion offer, while the federal government will retain a 25% strategic stake.

Pakistan has approved direct RMB–PKR currency conversion in Gwadar Free Zones, removing the requirement to route transactions through the US dollar and easing trade for foreign investors.

Pakistan is reported to have concluded a multi-billion-dollar defence agreement with Libyan forces, marking a major expansion of Islamabad’s military export footprint in North Africa.

Pakistan and China have signed 24 agreements to develop a Digital Corridor aimed at strengthening information technology collaboration and digital infrastructure ties between the two countries.

Pakistan and Russia have signed agreements to revive Pakistan Steel Mills, with discussions underway on establishing a new steel mill in Karachi, officials said.

Saudi Arabia has awarded the King Abdulaziz Medal (Excellent Class) to Pakistan Army Chief Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, recognising his role in strengthening bilateral defence cooperation.