By Maham Tahir Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has wrapped up a six-day visit to China that both sides billed as a reset for economic cooperation, with 21 MoUs and joint ventures worth about $8.5 billion signed in Beijing across agriculture, renewables, EVs, health, steel and other sectors. Officials told this correspondent that the agreements…
The question of whether India is waging a “water war” against Pakistan has resurfaced time and again, particularly whenever floods or water shortages strike. The issue is not just about rainfall or rivers; it touches the very heart of survival for millions of people in both countries. Water is life, and for Pakistan, which is…
People’s Republic of China has recently staged a spectacular display of military power, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. According to a report published in the BBC Urdu, the impressive event, held in Beijing’s iconic Tiananmen Square, was not only a commemoration of history but also a carefully orchestrated signal…
Islamabad (PNP Monitoring Desk) – On the topic of recent Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) declaration, Pakistan Television’s flagship program Newsroom hosted an extensive discussion on pressing national and regional issues. The talk show, moderated with a focus on analytical depth, brought together seasoned experts including Dr. Muhammad Arif (Foreign Affairs Analyst), climate commentators, and political…
For centuries, the Ravi River has been more than just a waterway; it has been a cultural heartbeat, a lifeline for agriculture, and a symbol of Punjab’s natural beauty. Flowing gracefully through the fertile plains, the river’s waters once nourished generations of farmers and provided sustenance to towns and villages scattered along its banks. However,…
For Pakistan, a country balancing its foreign policy between Washington, Moscow, and Beijing, the outcome of the recent meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former U.S. President Donald Trump, held in Alaska, holds significant diplomatic, strategic, and economic relevance. Let’s explores the possible impact of the Putin–Trump meeting on Pakistan’s foreign policy, its regional…
By: Mahwish Arif Climate change is no longer a distant threat to Pakistan; it is a daily reality. From the devastating 2022 floods that displaced over 33 million people to regular heatwaves and droughts, the country is facing the harsh grip of a warming world. Yet in this calamity, there is one group of…
Is 14th August Pakistan’s 78th Independence Day or the 79th? Interestingly, across the border, Indian media also initiates debate on the exact years of freedom
By:Muhammad Haseeb Fayyaz Climate change is widely recognized as one of the most pressing challenges of the twenty-first century. Among its many consequences, the rise in global sea levels poses perhaps the most direct and far-reaching threat to human societies and natural ecosystems. The phenomenon, largely driven by the accelerated melting of glaciers and…
As Pakistan prepares to celebrate its 78th Independence Day on August 14, 2025, the air is once again filled with the colors of patriotism and the sounds of unity. Flags flutter from rooftops, national songs echo across the streets, and millions of Pakistanis reflect on the journey of their beloved homeland. But this year, beyond the…
