Every year on October 2, the world commemorates the International Day of Non-Violence, a day dedicated to the teachings of Mahatma Gandhi and his philosophy of Ahimsa (non-violence). Declared by the United Nations General Assembly in 2007, this day not only marks Gandhi’s birthday but also serves as a global reminder that peace, tolerance, and…
The year 1949 stands as a historic turning point not just for China but also for Asia and the global balance of power. With the victory of the Communist Party of China (CPC) under Mao Zedong, the People’s Republic of China (PRC) was proclaimed on October 1, 1949, replacing the Republic of China (ROC) that…
When Pakistan emerged on the map of the world in August 1947, it was not just the birth of a new state—it was the creation of a completely new political entity with no prior administrative center of its own. Unlike India, which inherited established capitals such as Delhi and Calcutta, Pakistan had to build the…
By Maham Tahir ISLAMABAD : Pakistan and Saudi Arabia formalised a Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement, under which “any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both.” The pact was signed in Riyadh by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, was…
The visit of Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif to Saudi Arabia marked not only a significant diplomatic event but also a historic reaffirmation of the enduring brotherhood between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The reception accorded to the Prime Minister underscored the depth of bilateral ties, the mutual trust, and the shared…
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) has become the most ambitious bilateral initiative between Pakistan and China under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Its first phase focused on energy projects, transport networks, and major infrastructure. Now, with the launch of CPEC 2.0, the vision has expanded to industrial cooperation, agriculture modernization, technological innovation, Special Economic…
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…
